Community and Society
San Pedro Town Council to enforce the removal excess signage from public areas
San Pedro Town Council saw the need for the regulation as these signs can be dangerous in the case of a natural disaster like a hurricane. The Mayor stated that not only can they be hazardous, but the saturation of advertisement posters can make an area look unattractive. Nuñez reminded the public that such practice is allowed on private property and not in public places.
Community and Society
U.S. Embassy Marks National Police Week with Jungle Run
To commemorate National Police Week, the U.S. Embassy organized a 5k run/2k walk in Belmopan. The event, organized by the U.S. Embassy’s Regional Security Office, is part of the U.S. Diplomatic Security Bureau’s annual, week-long initiative to pay tribute to fallen law enforcement colleagues while recognizing the important work and commitment of officers in keeping communities safe around the world.
Community and Society
San Pedro’s Saca Chispas field to be closed in August; no Costa Maya festival this year
The primary public space often used for large events in the heart of San Pedro Town, affectionately known as Saca Chispas, will be closed during August for renovations. The announcement by the San Pedro Town Council raised eyebrows as this is the venue where the popular international Costa Maya Festival takes place on the island every August. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival has been canceled for the last two years, making this the third year without the event on the island.
Community and Society
First-ever Belize International Music and Food Festival to be held in San Pedro
The Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex, known as Saca Chispas, will be the venue for the country’s first-ever ‘Belize International Music and Food Festival.’ Set for July 30th and 31st, the event will showcase different Belizean and international music genres, including Reggae, Afro beats, Dancehall, Soca, Punta, and Latin beats, performances of ten international artists, two international deejays, and a host of local artists, deejays and of course fantastic food.
Community and Society
Government Ministers Meet with Religious Leaders
On May 10, 2022, Hon. Henry Charles Usher, Minister of the Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform and Religious Affairs, held extensive discussions with representatives from the Council of Churches, National Evangelical Association of Belize (NEAB) and the Belize Evangelical Association of Churches (BEAC).
Community and Society
MS-13 gang members detained in Belize; police ask people to report any suspicious activities
On Monday, May 9th, the Belize Police Department intercepted and arrested members of the Salvadoran gang Mara Salvatrucha 13 or MS-13 in Belize. Four of these gangsters have been arrested, with the last one picked up on Friday, May 6th. As a result, police are on high alert, and their presence in certain areas across the country, like in the Cayo district, has intensified. The public should contact the police if they see any suspicious persons or activity.
Community and Society
SPTC treats island mums to a fun Mother’s Day extravaganza; Mother of the Year selected
The last time the San Pedro Town Council held an extravaganza of entertainment to celebrate Mother's Day was in 2019. The traditional festivity finely returned with COVID-19 restrictions, now a thing of the past. On Saturday, May 7th, the Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex welcomed hundreds of island mothers for an evening full of performances, music, giveaways, and a comedy show with popular performers from Mexico. Mother of the Year was also selected near the show's end, with the prestigious recognition going to Mrs. Patricia Marin.
Community and Society
Hol Chan Marine Reserve announces activities for Reef Fest 2022
After two years following the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, more social events are resurfacing in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Next on the...