Community and Society
Island Customer Drives Away with new Golf Cart in Caribbean Tire Raffle
Tim Jeffers of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, walked away with a brand new Marshell electric golf cart after being announced the winner of Caribbean Tire’s Christmas raffle held on December 12th. Caribbean Tire, which officially opened its San Pedro branch on October 24th, partnered with Valvoline to host a raffle for island customers, offering a chance to win a new golf cart during the Christmas season.
Community and Society
San Pedro Roadworks Progress North with Drainage Installation Next
The San Pedro Town Council continues road improvements north of San Pedro Town, with grading nearly complete on the stretch from the Secret Beach junction near the gas station to Sapphire Beach ahead of planned drainage works. Operations Manager Alex Eck provided an update on December 15th, confirming that crews have finished grading from the Blue Dolphin area through the junction to the paved section at the Secret Beach entrance. The project previously used 300 loads of fill material and now received an additional 100 loads to support further expansion north toward the quarry.
Arts & Culture
Holiday Magic on Stage as SPDA Dancers Perform Winter Wonderland
The San Pedro Dance Academy staged its annual Christmas show, themed “Dancing Through a Winter Wonderland,” on Saturday, December 13, inside the San Pedro Lions Den. The evening production, which began at 6PM, drew families and community supporters for a festive showcase of youth dance performances.
Community and Society
Island Students Shine in Annual Christmas Show
Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES) hosted its annual Christmas show on Wednesday, December 11th, at 6PM at Sagebrush Church in San Pedro. The festive evening brought together parents, friends, and community supporters for a student-led showcase of songs, dances, and dramatic performances celebrating the Christmas season.
Community and Society
Island Academy brings holiday magic to the stage
On December 10th, The Island Academy in San Pedro hosted its annual Christmas Program. This much-anticipated celebration brought together families, teachers, and community members for an evening of festive cheer and student talent. Beginning at 7PM, guests gathered under tents on the school compound, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere despite the cool December breeze. The event once again reaffirmed its role as one of the most cherished traditions on the school calendar.
Community and Society
For the love of the sea: Elito Arceo recognized as an Ocean Hero
Islander and long-time marine advocate Jose “Elito” Arceo has been honored for his dedication to the sea and his decades-long fight to protect Belize’s marine resources. The proud San Pedrano, along with fellow Belizean ocean defender Dennis Garbutt, received Oceana Belize’s Ocean Hero Award on December 4th. The recognition highlights the urgent need to safeguard Belize’s marine environment, and both honorees hope their work inspires the next generation of conservation advocates.
Community and Society
Rotary provides wheelchairs to those most in need
15 deserving island residents received brand new wheelchairs through a partnership between the Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye and Chair The Love during a distribution held over the weekend. The donation coincided with the Christmas season of giving and formed part of a nationwide effort that delivered 260 wheelchairs across Belize.
Community and Society
SPRCS showcases student talent in Christmas show
San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School (SPRCS) held its annual Christmas Variety Show on Saturday, December 6th, filling the Rafael Angel Nuñez Auditorium at San Pedro High School with music, dances, and holiday storytelling. Parents, students, teachers, and community members gathered from 4PM onward to enjoy 29 performances from Infant One to Standard Six.
