Community and Society
Minister Edmond Castro visits site of proposed Ambergris Caye’s Barge Berthing Facility
The Minister of Transport and National Emergency Management, Honourable Edmond Castro, and Ports Commissioner Merlene Bailey Martinez were on San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye on Wednesday, November 7th, inspecting the proposed development of a Barge Berthing Facility south of the island.
Community and Society
Thousands of pounds garbage removed during SP BTIA clean-up in San Pedro Town
The improper disposal of garbage has long been an issue on Ambergris Caye. Illegal dumping has resulted in street sides littered with large items such as appliances and old furniture, polluting our water system, marring our natural beauty and threatening the health of our environment. Over four days, more than 150 volunteers collected more than 900 bags of trash and 744 square yards of garbage with 151 vehicle/truckloads delivering to the Transfer Station, located south of Ambergris Caye.
Community and Society
Letter to the Editor: This has to be a community effort
"The goal for the San Pedro Belize Tourism Industry Association (SP BTIA) 4 day cleanup was to hit multiple locations in multiple neighborhoods, but we couldn’t even finish just one road because of how bad it was."
Community and Society
Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye receives visit from its District Governor
On the island, he met with the local club and offered his advice on how to continue succeeding in their upcoming projects. The official one day visit concluded with a dinner/presentation at Aji Tapa Lounge/Restaurant north of San Pedro Town.
Community and Society
Belize Enters Agreement with the Human Trafficking Institute to Enhance the Capacity of Belize’s Specialized Human Trafficking Unit
On Thursday, October 25, 2018, The Belize Police Department and the Human Trafficking Institute entered into an agreement to partner in building the capacity of Belize’s Specialized Human Trafficking Unit that was formed earlier this year.
Community and Society
San Pedro Head of Police addresses traffic offense controversy and alleged police extortion
The officer in Charge of the Coastal Executive Unit (Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker) Superintendent Reymundo Reyes weighed in on the reported incidents, stating that he has begun to address the allegations within his personnel. He further encourages residents to not allow any law enforcer officer to violate their rights and to report any wrongdoings immediately.
Community and Society
Galen University students research sustainable development on Ambergris Caye
As part of their studies, a group of students from Galen University’s GUX 199- Introduction to Sustainable Development class researched sustainable development in San Pedro Town from Saturday, November 3rd to Sunday, November 4th.
Community and Society
New President and Board of Directors installed during the San Pedro Lions Club’s 43rd anniversary
Murlene 'Mel' Spain is the new President of the San Pedro Lions Club. Spain, along with a new board of directors, was installed during the 43rd Anniversary celebrations.