Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Community and Society

Ambergris Caye Masonic Lodge turns two

The Ambergris Caye Masonic Lodge No. 5 celebrated its second anniversary on Saturday, April 29th in fine form.

North Ambergris Caye Police Substation re-opened

The police substation in North Ambergris Caye was re-opened on May 2nd, thanks to the efforts of the neighborhood watch in the area.

Letter to the Editor: Favoring Local Vendors

It would be nice if the policies could favor local residents with art made on the island.

San Pedro volunteers rescue heron

On a mission to save a bird in distress, Chris Summers, crocodile conservationist from the American Crocodile Education Sanctuary, and Tamara Sniffin of The San Pedro Sun, rescued a heron that appeared to be injured on Monday, April 24th.

Belizean artists encouraged to sign on to BSCAP

The Office of the Music Ambassador announced its collaboration with Belize Society of Composers, Artists and Producers (BSCAP) to embark on a ‘Nationwide Copyright Tour’.

GOB launches new training program to deter child abuse

A nationwide program, titled ‘Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse, to better train persons that work with children was launched on Tuesday, April 4th.

Senator Elena Smith is BNTU’s new president

Senator for Labour and Civil Society Elena Smith was elected as Belize National Teachers Union’s (BNTU) new president.

Ana Barrera wins San Pedro Leos’ scooter raffle

Lucky island resident Ana Magarita Barrera, ‘La Mami’, won herself a brand new blue scooter at the Lions Den on Saturday, April 15th.