Community and Society
Caye Caulker Village Council Says No to Sand Exchange with Ambergris Caye
The Caye Caulker Village Council has formally rejected a proposal from the Government of Belize to exchange local sand for white marl material, following discussions with Area Representative and Minister Andre Perez. The decision was made during an official council meeting held on the island last week.
Community and Society
Foundation for Belize Donates Laptop to Support Gender-Based Violence Unit in San Pedro
On February 25th, the Foundation for Belize donated a brand-new laptop to the San Pedro Police Department to support its newly designated officer assigned to handle gender-based violence and domestic abuse cases. The equipment was presented at the San Pedro Police Station in the presence of Deputy Commander Jorge Lemus and Foundation for Belize Executive Director Danieli Aranda.
Business & Economy
San Pedro Town Council Publishes Audited 2024 Financial Statements
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has released its audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. Prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-sized Entities (IFRS for SMEs) and audited by Moore Belize LLP, the report was made public on February 18th. The statements provide an overview of the Council’s revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities, offering transparency into municipal operations in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye.
Community and Society
Mexico Says Security Stabilized After Cartel Leader’s Death
The Mexican government has stated that the security situation in the western state of Jalisco and other affected regions has stabilized after a wave of violence erupted on February 22nd following the death of drug lord Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho.”
Community and Society
Mr. and Ms. Holy Cross Pageant Returns to the Stage
Holy Cross Anglican Primary School brought back its Mr. and Ms. Holy Cross Pageant on February 24th at 6PM, reviving the popular event after an 11-year hiatus. The evening featured 12 contestants representing the Infant, Middle, and Upper Divisions, with judges crowning a Mr. and Ms. Holy Cross in each category.
Community and Society
BTL to Pay Former Employees Their Severance
Over the past weeks, a group of former employees of Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) has been pressing for the payment of their severance. The group, called the Belize Communication Workers for Justice (BCWJ), received some good news after BTL announced it would pay their severance. The BCWJ also noted that other former employees outside of their group will also be receiving severance payments.
Community and Society
San Pedro Firefighters Among 21 Nationally Honored for Long Service
The Ministry of Public Service and Disaster Risk Management held a recognition ceremony on Friday, February 13th, in Belmopan to honor 21 dedicated members of the National Fire Service (NFS) for their long-term commitment. Awardees received Long Service Awards for 10, 15, 20, or 25 years of exemplary duty. Among the awardees were Station Officer Orin Smith, recognized for 25 years of service, and Firefighter John Sandoval, recognized for 10 years of service. Both are stationed at the San Pedro Fire Station.
Community and Society
BEL Linesmen Return Home After Assisting Jamaica in Hurricane Recovery Efforts
A team of linemen with Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) has returned to the country after being deployed to Jamaica to aid the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Company in restoring power to areas affected by Hurricane Melissa, which devastated the island nation in October of last year.