Community and Society
San Pedro observes Hands across the Sand
Ambergris Caye residents joined thousands of Belizeans on Saturday, May 19th for the annual ‘Hands across the Sand’ in an effort to highlight the issues that threaten Belize’s marine natural resources.
Community and Society
Letter to the Editor: Cayo Rosario is a burden
"The burden of supporting a new offshore luxury resort should not be borne by Ambergris Caye, but instead should be borne by Cayo Rosario itself, and if Cayo Rosario cannot bear such a burden, then the project should not proceed as planned."
Community and Society
San Pedro’s Water Emergency Response Team receives donation
The supplies are expected to aid the Water Emergency Response Team on the island, particularly in terms of communication when responding to an emergency at sea.
Community and Society
SPTC celebrates island teachers and nurses
The event was hosted by The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) and saw the attendance of teachers and nurses from across the island enjoying a fun-filled night.
Community and Society
San Pedro rejects tourism development at Cayo Rosario
Citizens on the island are outraged over the idea of the proposed tourism project on Cayo Rosario, which is located within the Hol Chan Marine Reserve extension. As a united voice, they sent a strong message to the investors behind the project and the National Environmental Advisory Committee (NEAC) who approved it. Islanders say they will not allow any development on the island that would jeopardize the sensitive marine environment or the livelihood of present and future generations of San Pedranos.
Community and Society
SPTC Mother’s Day Extravaganza entertains island mothers
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) celebrated its annual Mother’s Day Extravaganza at the Honorable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex in San Pedro Town on Saturday, May 12th. At the event, Miss San Pedro 2017-2018 Virginia Vasquez had the honor of picking the lucky ticket number and announced Martha Badillo as the 2018-2019 Mother of the Year.
Community and Society
Successful coastal clean-up held during Reef Week 2018
The clean-up served as a way to continue raising awareness about keeping the environment clean, as well as to send a message to stop the use of non-biodegradable products.
Community and Society
Over 900 Lionfish caught for Hol Chan Reef Week Tournament
The tournament is meant to raise awareness of the invasive species that poses a major threat to marine life.