Community and Society
Joe Pate wins third place at Pan American Cocktail Tournament in Venezuela
Island bartender Joseph Joe Pate is returning home with a third-place medal after competing at the Pan American Cocktail Tournament in Valencia, Venezuela. Pate from Nauti Crab Bar and Grill competed against the best of the best from several other countries participating in the prestigious tournament. The other top participants taking second and first place were from Uruguay and Spain, respectively.
Community and Society
Miss San Pedro Faith Edgar spearheads Cruise for a Cause to help the needy in San Pedro
The island's beauty ambassador, Miss San Pedro 2022-2023 Faith Edgar, has embarked on a project called 'Cruise for a Cause,' raising funds to help those in need. Edgar has partnered with X-Site Belize Sailing & Adventures to host the charitable sailing trip at least once a month. All proceeds from the sailing trip are donated to a person or family from San Pedro Town who need urgent assistance.
Community and Society
San Pedro bartender Joe Pate competes in Venezuela
Bartender Joseph' Joe' Pate of Nauti Crab Bar and Grill is currently in Valencia, Venezuela, competing at the Pan American Cocktail tournament. Pate and Belize Bartenders Association's (BBA) President Ricael Moran have been preparing for this international event and are doing their best to represent the Jewel.
Community and Society
SPTC plans to rehabilitate streets with climate-resilient infrastructure
The need for better street infrastructure has been an everlasting issue experienced by San Pedro Town residents. Although the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) administration has embarked on different rehabilitation projects, islanders continue to call for more improvements, such as upgrading the drainage system in areas prone to flooding. The SPTC is committed to addressing the situation, and one of their upcoming projects is to put in place longer-lasting paved and concrete climate resilient infrastructure.
Community and Society
Construction for San Pedro hospital to start in early 2023
San Pedranos have been waiting for a hospital in San Pedro Town for decades. The past administration spoke about the much-needed health center for the island, but the project never materialized. Under the People’s United Party (PUP), the new administration pledged to deliver on the promise. In March, they confirmed that funds were secured via a grant from the Republic of China (Taiwan). On Independence Day this year, Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez reaffirmed the commitment and said that a ground-breaking for the hospital should take place early in 2023.
Community and Society
The $5 minimum wage to be implemented in January 2023
Prime Minister Honourable Dr. John Briceño said during his Independence Day address on Wednesday, September 21, that the most anticipated increase in the minimum wage from $3.5 to $5 per hour would come into effect in January.
Community and Society
National Service Day honors the late Rt. Hon. George Price and Queen Elizabeth II
The National Service Day this year on Monday, September 19th commemorating the 11th anniversary of the passing of the Father of the Nation, the late Right Honourable George Cadle Price, was also a holiday to honor Queen Elizabeth II’s death. That same day she was being buried in London, England, and Belize’s Governor General, Her Excellency Dame Froyla Tzalam, attended on behalf of the country to pay our respects to the former Head of State. The day was celebrated with civic activities in places like San Pedro Town, while a Wreath Laying ceremony took place in Belize City at Price’s resting place.
Community and Society
Islanders Susana Eiley and the late Alberto Nuñez Sr. recognized with the Meritorious Service Award
On Sunday, September 18th, the government held its Tribute to Belizean Patriots ceremony at Battlefield Park in Belize City. Several Belizeans were honored with prestigious awards for their contribution to the country. Among the awardees were San Pedro's own Susana Eiley and the late Mayor Alberto 'Beto' Nuñez. Both received the Meritorious Service Award for their contributions to community service.