Community and Society
St. George’s Caye Day parade canceled in San Pedro due to freak storm
While the much anticipated and patriotic citizen and uniformed parade to commemorate the 224th anniversary of the Battle of St. George's Caye took place in different cities and towns on the mainland, the event was canceled in San Pedro Town due to a freak storm that battered the island in the early hours of Saturday, September 10th.
Community and Society
501 Fight Night I: Genesis officially introduced; takes place tomorrow
On Thursday, September 8th, a press conference took place at the Blue Water Grill to formally present the upcoming Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) tournament on the island dubbed ‘501 Fight Night I: Genesis.’ The fight is on Saturday, September 10th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. Doors open at 5PM.
Community and Society
World Suicide Prevention Day 2022
On September 10, the Ministry of Health & Wellness will join the global community in observing World Suicide Prevention Day. The day focuses on the issue of suicide and efforts to reduce stigma and raise awareness among government, organizations and the public around a singular message ─ that suicide is preventable. It is also a time to reflect on the social stigma attached to mental health disorders which is known to discourage persons from seeking help and can ultimately lead to suicide.
Community and Society
Belize’s Head of State, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, dies at 96
On Thursday, September 8th, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away at her summer retreat at Balmoral Castle, Scotland. At the age of 96 years, she was the longest-serving British monarch and queen of not only the United Kingdom (UK) but the Commonwealth realm of which Belize is part of. Her eldest son will now become King Charles III and Belize’s new Head of State.
Community and Society
Traffic congestion in San Pedro a never-ending problem; SPTC sets regulations for large trucks
The problem with traffic congestion in San Pedro Town continues to increase despite past and present administration efforts. Now that students have returned to in-person classes, it is imperative to address vehicular congestion during peak hours to ensure their safety and that of other pedestrians, including tourists. As such, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has set a schedule for large delivery trucks to alleviate the traffic and avoid potential accidents.
Community and Society
Area Representative Hon. Andre Perez donates school bags to primary schools
Several school principals on the islands of Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye received brand new school bags courtesy of the Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez. The announcement was made on Tuesday, September 6th, and the school bags will be distributed to students of low-income families.
Community and Society
Cuban nationals ordered to leave the country after drifting into Belizean waters
Although a removal order was issued for 16 Cuban nationals, they remain stranded in Belize. The group was deemed prohibited immigrants after appearing at the Magistrate Court in Belize City on Monday, September 5th. They were first detained in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, last Thursday. They had reportedly been drifting on a boat for days in the open sea before making a distress call and accidentally landing north of the island.
Community and Society
Free Back to School free haircuts for San Pedro students
The new school year has started. Students preparing to return to classes must not only get their uniforms and supplies ready, but they must also look good. A haircut is one way to look fresh, and to make sure as many kids on the island received one, Councilor Dianeli Aranda at the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) partnered on Saturday, September 3rd with JJG Barber Shop and Beauty Salon from Orange Walk Town providing free haircuts to more than 50 students. The campaign continued the following day at various barber shops across San Pedro Town.