Community and Society
Images of Ambergris Caye by Tony Rath
Photographed by Tony Rath and produced via Cubola Productions, the new book captures island life through the eyes of one of Belize’s best photographers.
Environment
Choking loggerhead turtle rescued from pufferfish
We too are thankful that Soto and Bladen took the initiative to save one of our beloved sea turtles. These magnificent creatures are a vital part of our waters, and practically mascots of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve.
Community and Society
Golf cart rentals using up public parking areas
Residents are unhappy with the rental companies that are using the public parking area to keep their golf cart fleet. They believe that public parking areas should not be overwhelmed by these businesses, and instead keep their rental fleet in their garages from where the vehicles can be delivered to their clients.
Community and Society
Oceana in Belize commemorates banning of offshore oil explorations with BZE SAID NO human sign
In honor of Belize’s passing of the law banning oil exploration in its territorial waters, Oceana Belize organized a human ‘BZE SAID NO’ sign activity on Saturday, December 15th in San Pedro Town.
Community and Society
San Pedro High girls win 2018 NSSSA basketball championship
The San Pedro High School girls won the National Secondary Schools Sports Association (NSSSA) basketball in the championship, hosted by Sadie Vernon Technical High School at the Belize City Center and SCA Mercy Center last Friday and Saturday, December 14-15.
Community and Society
Digi Belize officially hands over fire truck to San Pedro Fire Department
The donation of this fire truck by Digi Belize is expected to boost the level of response from the island fire personnel and ultimately save lives and property.
Community and Society
Island Triple R Response Team receives generous donation
The supplies are expected to aid the Triple R Response Team on the island, particularly for emergencies at sea. It is expected that with an effective and well-equipped rescue team, the possibilities of a fatal accident at sea will be minimized.
Community and Society
Belize’s credit union movement pioneer, Jane Usher, passes away at 101
On Wednesday, December 12th, Belize lost a hard-working daughter, when Dr. Jane Ellen Usher passed away at the age of 101. Affectionately known nationwide as Miss Jane, she was the longest running Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Belize and the region.