Community and Society
Caye Caftans Celebrates Women’s Month with Donation to Female Police Officers
On March 3rd, Caye Caftans donated clothing to all female officers stationed at the San Pedro Police Station in Belize in honor of Women’s Month. The officers visited the Caye Caftans store in San Pedro, where they could select outfits of their choice. On-site seamstresses were also available to make any necessary alterations.
Community and Society
San Pedro Celebrates Start of Child Stimulation Month
Child Stimulation Month officially began nationwide in Belize on March 2nd, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education and development. In San Pedro Town, the local Education Office, in collaboration with the San Pedro Town Council, celebrated the occasion with an opening ceremony at 9AM in Central Park. The event featured speeches, performances, and a parade through several main streets in town.
Community and Society
New Horizon Seventh Day Adventist School Gets Brand-New Playground
Students of New Horizon Seventh Day Adventist School (NHSDAS), south of San Pedro Town, now have a brand-new playground. The new addition to the school compound was officially unveiled on March 2nd, made possible by the Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye. The island club partnered with the Strathcona Rotaract Club and Sunday Rotaract Clubs of Alberta, along with the Rotary Club of Belize City and Canadian non-profit Mission to Children.
Community and Society
Big Turnout for RRR’s 7th Annual Poker Run
San Pedro’s Rickilee Response and Rescue (RRR/Triple R) hosted its seventh annual Poker Run fundraiser on February 28, 2026, attracting more than 300 participants who visited six Boca del Rio establishments: Xoti’s, Hurricanes, Wayo’s, Sandy Toes, Vibez, and Nauti Crab. The event generated 388 poker hands, 35 raffle prizes, a 50/50 draw that netted over $3,750, and a silent auction featuring high-value packages, including stays at Mystic River and Victoria House. The poker prize pool exceeded $4,750, and both winners, Denise and Kenton, donated their winnings back to RRR.
Community and Society
Community Conversations: Land firm or lose your ground
Almost six years ago, on May 20, 2020, the Government issued a warning to the public about squatting. In its brief statement, the Government reminded us that squatting on national land or private land is illegal.
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.