Community and Society
Increased dredging in South Ambergris Caye raises concerns
Dredging for sand in southern Ambergris Caye has been ongoing under the consent of The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC). In a previous interview, Mayor Daniel Guerrero stated that the sand extracted was not for business purposes, but the benefit of the community. According to concerned residents living nearby, the dredging operation has ramped up considerably with the addition of a second site.
Community and Society
San Pedro’s Ms. Evelia Paz receives George Price Service to the People Award
During the 69th celebration of the founding of the People’s United Party (PUP) on Saturday, September 28th in Belize City; San Pedro resident Evelia Paz received the 2019 George Price Service to the People Award for Belize Rural South (BRS) constituency.
Community and Society
San Pedro Red Cross Branch conducts clean up at the entrance of San Mateo
The rainy season brings an increase in mosquitoes and with it, vector-borne diseases like Dengue or Zika. In an attempt to raise awareness to keep residential and public areas clean and free of mosquito breeding grounds, members of the Belize Red Cross San Pedro Branch (BRCSPB) conducted a community clean-up at the entrance of the San Mateo Sub-division on Monday, September 30th.
Community and Society
Belize observes International Day of Older Persons
October 1st, is celebrated around the world as the international day of older persons, this year it’s celebrated under the theme ‘Journey to Age Equality’. This theme calls us to join international and national efforts to ensure that all persons have equal access to meeting their basic needs throughout the life course; specifically for older persons whose needs are often not considered a priority.
Community and Society
SPTC postpones new bridge toll fees
On Thursday, September 26th, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) posted on their Facebook page new 2019 Toll Rates to cross the Sir Barry Bowen Bridge into northern Ambergris Caye. The rates were to come into effect on October 16, 2019 but did not sit well with the public.
Arts & Culture
San Pedro Garifuna Council launches November Celebrations activities calendar
Starting with a pageant on October 26th, the San Pedro Garifuna Council will be hosting a series of activities leading up to Garifuna Settlement Day on November 19th. All are welcome to participate and lend a hand in keeping the rich Garifuna culture alive.
Entertainment
Necropsy Results of Dolphin Carcass Found in Corozal Bay
Press Release - Department of the Environment - 1 October 2019 - On September 12th, 2019, our partners in conservation, the Sarteneja Alliance for...
Community and Society
Belize’s Deputy Tax Service Director Reynaldo Verde detained for extortion charges
Details of the accusations against the Deputy Director of the Belize Tax Services, 47-year-old have been revealed while he remains detained at a...