Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Community and Society

Belizeans stand up against child abuse, crime and violence in the country

Belizeans call on the Government of Belize and other related authorities to find ways to stop child abuse, crime and violence in our country. March is dedicated as Child Stimulation Month but citizens are sadden with amount of young lives that have been taken unjustidly.

US Sanctions against Venezuela blamed for fuel shortage

Deputy Chairman of ALBA PetroCaribe Belize Energy Limited (APBEL), John Mencias, in an interview with the media reiterated that GOB has no role in the current fuel shortage situation and explained that US sanctions against Venezuela were to blame.

Caye Caulker residents concerned on the delay of works at the island’s airstrip

The progress of the rehabilitation of the Caye Caulker airstrip appears to be minimal at first sight, leaving Hicaqueños wondering when the airport will re-open.

SACNW hosts a neighborhood clean-up

On Saturday morning, February 24th bright and early, members and friends of SACNW (South Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch) were out in full force for a clean-up of the south end of the island.

Child Stimulation Month begins on Ambergris Caye

Child stimulation month opened with a short ceremony, followed with a parade through the main streets of Ambergris Caye on Thursday, March 1st.

San Pedro Cancer Society elects new board

The members that will now take reins of the organization for 2018 are Delsie Graniel as President, Miguel Perez as Vice-President, Claudia Miranda as Treasurer and Lucy Muñoz as Secretary.

San Pedro Lions Club hosts Directors from Costa Rica and Panama

Visiting Lion Luis Castillo from Panama and Gerald Mory from Costa Rica along with their companions enjoyed a familiarization trip on the island that included visits to The San Pedro Town Council, the San Pedro Lions Den, Hope Haven Children’s Home, and the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II.

Town Council donates new motorcycle to the San Pedro Police

Superintendent Henry Jemmott thanked Guerrero and the SPTC for the generous donations and indicated that it will be immediately put to good use.