Community and Society
San Pedro Tour Guide Association’s pantry program assisting almost 200 guides weekly
Around 180 tour guides receive food items every Friday thanks to the many donors that continue to support the SPTGA pantry program.
Community and Society
Large crowd gathers in front of Hon. Manuel Heredia’s residence seeking assistance
In an attempt to receive some assistance, a large crowd of people was observed outside the residence of Area Representative for Belize Rural South, Honourable Manuel Heredia Jr., on Friday, August 14th. Heredia told The San Pedro Sun that police came to disperse the crowd after they failed to adhere to social distancing as required. However, he expects to resume on Monday, August 17th, in a more orderly manner.
Community and Society
With 133 cases, San Pedro Town becomes epicenter of coronavirus in Belize
Epicenter is not a title San Pedro Town wanted, but with 133 of the country's active coronavirus cases, the close-knit community is battling a 2nd wave of the fast-spreading disease.
Community and Society
San Pedro’s Dr. Javier Canul among winners of the Essential Workers Competition
Congratulations to Dr. Javier Canul, one of 4 who won a prize package via the Belizean Traveller Campaign’s Essential Workers Competition.
Community and Society
Opinion: We need more support and empathy during COVID; say no to ignorance and hate!
Abner Diaz, Ever Zelaya and Marisa Guerrero have announced their COVID-positive status, and join the call for more empathy & kindness and less stigmatization. The virus does not discriminate. Wear your mask, wash your hands, and stay strong San Pedro.
Community and Society
Reopening of the PGIA and Schools Delayed
Today at a press conference held in Belize City, it was announced that due to a spike in the number of COVID-19 cases in three districts, there will be a delay in the reopening of the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA).
Community and Society
The San Pedro Sun Advocates for Local Journalism
"We are providing a product that is consumed by thousands of people, and traditionally that is a service people are not used to paying for. But the world is changing, and like any other product a customer consumes, it comes with a cost. First and foremost is our commitment to serving our community with reliable news. Local journalism is a lifeline for the community, and we believe our service is essential."
Community and Society
Handing Over Ceremony of Eighteen Police Motorcycles for Road Safety Enforcement in 9 Municipalities
In 2019, the Government of Belize received funds in loan financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards the cost of Belize's Second Road Safety Project. This event is to roll out Eighteen Fully Equipped 2020 Kawasaki Versys X 300 ABS Patrol Motorcycles which were handed over to Municipal Traffic Officers in support of Belize's Road Safety Master Plan 2030 and the Municipal Road Safety Operational Plan. The partnership with CDB builds on institutional capacity along with the provision of resources to carry out the task to save lives from road traffic crashes.