Accidents & Disasters
Gustavo Lizarraga Jr. drowns on Ambergris Caye
On Friday, November 8th, 25-year-old Gustavo Lizarraga Jr., a Belizean laborer of San Pedro Town, drowned while fishing. The Police Department's official report states that around 12PM, Lizarraga Jr., along with his cousin went south of San Pedro Town en-route to the Barrier Reef area, which is approximately one and half miles east of the shore to fish. They were without life jackets.
Community and Society
NCFC hosts children’s rights workshop
A workshop on the Convention of the Rights of a Child (CRC) was held for Children’s Right Ambassadors at the Belize Institute Management in Belize City on Saturday, November 9th. The National Committee for Families and Children (NCFC) organized the workshop with the goal of reinforcing the importance of children’s rights and why they should be respected and protected.
Community and Society
The National Institute of Culture and History notes the passing of Mr. Compton Fairweather, a Cultural Pioneer and Political Activist
The Honourable Patrick Faber, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture and the National Institute of Culture and History notes the passing of Belizean Cultural Pioneer and Political Activist, Compton Fairweather O.B.E., J.P. Compton Fairweather was born in San Ignacio, Cayo on March 15th, 1931 and attended St. Paul’s Anglican School in Corozal, St. Peter’s in Orange Walk, St. Andrew’s in San Ignacio, St. Micheal’s College in Belize City, Belize Technical College, University of Maryland, and The City College of New York.
Community and Society
San Pedrano starring in film to be featured at annual Belize International Film Festival
Well-known local entrepreneur and actor, San Pedrano Horacio Louis Guerrero will grace the red carpet of the Belize International Film Festival on Saturday, November 9th, for his role as the villain in a short Belizean film. Titled ‘Time Fu Eat,’ the 15-minute film will be featured at the festival’s 14th edition to take place at the Bliss Center for Performing Arts in Belize City commencing at 7PM sharp.
Community and Society
Universal Children’s Month marks Belize’s 30th anniversary of the signing of the Convention on the Rights of a Child.
Universal Children’s Day is celebrated every year on the 20th of November; therefore, child welfare events are held across the globe as well as in Belize during the month. This year Universal Children’s Day is extra special for Belize as it marks the 30th anniversary of its signing on to the United Nation’s Convention on the Rights of a Child (CRC).
Pets and Animals
Island pets shine at this year’s Saga’s Halloween Spooktacular Party
Saga's Annual Halloween Spooktacular at Crazy Canucks brought the dogs/pets out! With so many fun costumes, judges had a hard time choosing winners, but MANY pets went home with prizes!
Arts & Culture
San Pedro observes Dia de Los Finados
Practiced annually among the Mestizo, Maya and Garifuna cultures in Belize, Dia de Los Finados is usually observed on November 1st and 2nd. The San Pedro House of Culture held its annual exhibit for islanders on the 2nd.
Community and Society
Cancer warrior Xavier ‘Iggy’ Howells visits Belize
Two years ago, Xavier ‘Iggy’ Howells was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancer of the muscle tissue. Howells’ bravery in battling the deadly disease was rewarded with a visit to Belize. Made possible by Make-a-Wish Foundation, which provides wishes for terminally ill patients.