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Miss Earth Destiny Wagner visits San Pedro
The beautiful Destiny Evelyn Wagner, Miss Earth 2021, arrived in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, on Friday, December 10th, for an official visit to La Isla Bonita. Mayor Gualberto ‘Wally’ Nuñez welcomed her along with staff from the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) and islanders.
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Island youth undergo medical first responder training
For the past two weeks, a handful of young islanders, including junior college students, have been engaged in a Medical First Responder (MFR) training facilitated at no charge by Island Emergency Services (IES). The training is to prepare the participants how to assist medical personnel in an emergency. The participants will also be able to assist patients before medical personnel can reach for further help.
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San Pedro Red Cross Branch releases 2021 report
The Belize Red Cross, San Pedro Branch (BRCSPB) held five blood drives during 2021, collecting 156 pints of the vital liquid. One of the drives collected blood from recovered COVID-19 patients to provide anti-bodies to those recovering from the virus. This was one method administered before vaccines against the virus were made available.
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New Zone 59 Chairperson visits San Pedro Lions Club
Chair for Zone 59, Lion Dr. Sol Yam, recently paid a visit to the San Pedro Lions Club as part of her tour of clubs across the country. Yam shared the Lions International presidency message which centers on ‘Hope,’ and discussed with San Pedro members the way forward for the island’s club.
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San Pedro’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony glows white for Hope
The holiday season is here, and to usher in the spirit of celebration, on Sunday, December 5th, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) held the annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at Central Park. The anticipated event was held under the theme 'Hope' as the country battles the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Belize’s Ek’ Balam team champions of the Pok ta Pok World Cup; next championship to be held in Belize
Belizeans continue to put Belize on the map, and this time it was in the Pok ta Pok (Maya Ball Game) World Championship held in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. On Thursday, December 2nd, the two-day event saw teams from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Panama, and Honduras. On Saturday, December 4th, Team Ek' Balam Belize beat Mexico's team 35-11 in the final, winning the world championship. Now, the champions are preparing to host the event in Belize.
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Miss Earth 2021 asks San Pedranos to take care of their natural resources
After being crowned with the prestigious title, Miss Earth 2021, Belizean Destiny Wagner, 25, is home. The Belizean queen plans to visit various areas in the country, including San Pedro Town. Knowing the island’s sensitive surroundings, Wagner is asking San Pedranos to protect and preserve their natural resources.
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Changes to COVID-19 regulations include new curfew and measures for travelers from Africa region
As of Monday, December 6th, the new curfew is (as per Sunday through Thursday) is 11PM to 4AM and Fridays and Saturdays midnight to 4AM. Minors are not allowed to be on the streets after 8PM, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. The other amendment will affect travelers entering the country from at least eight African countries following the new COVID-19 variant Omicron announcement.