Community and Society
New bridge for Boca del Rio is a go!
In August of this year, Area Representative, Honourable Andre Perez said that funds had been secured to build a new bridge next to the Sir Barry Bowen Bridge at Boca del Rio. That announcement is now about to materialize as on Wednesday, December 22nd, surveyors were on the ground assessing the site for the new structure. Meanwhile, the piles (long concrete poles) for the bridge's foundation have been delivered, and according to reports from the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) it is a matter of time before construction begins.
Community and Society
Food Hampers for Families and Toys for Children – Living Word Church spreads Christmas Cheer
After 2 days of food distribution to 150 families, Living Word Church hosted its annual Toy Giveaway that saw 1000 children pick out their toy of choice for Christmas.
Community and Society
RRR and BERT working together to enhance their team in Emergency Vehicle Operations
Rickilee Response and Rescue Team (RRR) Air Evac continues to foster a strong partnership with Belize Emergency Response Team (BERT). Both organizations have joined forces in many medical projects, such as providing emergency services during past festivities on the island. Currently, BERT has been working with the RRR team, providing vital training and certification on Emergency Vehicle Operations to about 20 participants.
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Crocs Sunset Sports Bar leads another successful San Pedro Christmas Collection Fundraiser
The crew at Crocs Sunset Sports Bar and a host of supporters and donors once again brought the Christmas spirit to San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, following a successful nine-week fundraiser effort. The annual initiative dubbed San Pedro Christmas Collection Fundraiser saw the delivery of over 1,000 meals and essentials (pantry bags) and toys to hundreds of families and children on Ambergris Caye.
Community and Society
Commercial Fisher Folk License Renewal 2022
The Belize Fisheries Department hereby informs the PUBLIC that it will commence the renewal of fisher folk licenses on 4 January 2022. A grace period for renewals will be in place until 4 February 2022.
Community and Society
Re-opening of land borders and seaports postponed until February 2022
The full re-opening of land borders with Mexico and Guatemala set for January 1, 2022, has now been pushed to February. This abrupt change comes after formal recommendations from the COVID-19 Advisory Committee.
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Ministry of Health & Wellness and Smart Belize Launch Children’s Vaccination Raffle
Through a memorandum of understanding, the Ministry of Health & Wellness in partnership with SMART Belize has launched a Children’s Vaccination Raffle as a part of the company’s corporate responsibility program and in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Launched on December 16, 2021, the initiative aims to encourage more persons to get vaccinated to create a safer and healthier Belize and support the safe return of the students to classrooms.
Community and Society
Jaz Azueta hosts Christmas Toy Drive giveaway
The Christmas Season is a time of sharing and giving to those less fortunate. In San Pedro Town, that has been more than a tradition with people getting together to help others. The current COVID-19 pandemic has brought unexpected hardships to everyone, but many island children still received a toy this year despite the crisis. On Sunday, December 19th, a Christmas Toy Drive giveaway hosted by well-known San Pedrana Jazelie ‘Jaz’ Azueta delivered 300 presents to children in San Mateo, San Juan, San Pedrito, and the DFC area.