Community and Society
Belize Diagnostic Center to offer concierge services for COVID-19 rapid testing
The service comes after the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that effective January 26th, all travellers to the US must produce a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of departure.
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Belize holds State Funeral to honor the first Governor General Dr. Dame Gordon
On Wednesday, January 20th, Belize held a State Funeral for the country's first female and Governor General, Dr. Dame Minita Gordon GCMG GCVO JP....
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Ministry of Health and Wellness Announces Approved COVID-19 Testing Sites
The Ministry of Health and Wellness reminds the public that only PCR and Antigen tests are currently approved by the Ministry of Health and Wellness. The public is advised to be aware of anyone making claims to conduct any other type of testing for COVID-19.
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SPTGA pantry program continues with help from the community
The SPTGA, with the help of kind community members like Xsite Belize Sailing, continue to provide pantry items to its guide members.
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ACTCC stops issuing permits for additional vehicles and golf carts rentals on the island
The Ambergris Caye Traffic Control Committee (ACTCC) informs the public that vehicle permits for golf cart rentals, large vehicles, and taxis will no longer be issued until further notice. The committee also advises barge companies that before transporting any new vehicles to the island, this must be cleared by the ACTCC. Failure to adhere to this request can result in a $1,000 fine to the barge company and the vehicle removed from the island.
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BWS advises on service disconnection
Belize Water Services (BWS) advises its customers with arrears to visit their offices to make payment arrangements and avoid disconnection. The water company posted a notice on Tuesday, January 12th stating that customers with three months or more in arrears in the Belize District could face disconnection for non-payment on their accounts.
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Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation responds to Cayo Rosario allegations
The Minister of the Blue Economy and Civil Aviation Hon. Andre Perez was quick to respond to allegations being circulated under the guise of fake profiles on social media.
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Four islanders appointed to BAA’s new board of directors
San Pedro's Ricardo Martin was named chairman of the new board of directors at the Belize Airports Authority (BAA). Along with him were six other new members, including three more islanders, Natalie Arceo as secretary, Sandy Roberts as deputy chairman, and Leonardo Nicholas Varela as one of the directors.