Community and Society
Reverse Osmosis Water Plant inaugurated in Caye Caulker
On Friday, October 11th, Belize Water Services (BWS) celebrated the inauguration of its 150k Reverse Osmosis Plant and a groundbreaking ceremony for a new...
Community and Society
Four San Pedro athletes participate in the 2024 CODICADER Games; Belize delegation wins eight medals
On Saturday, October 5th, four students from the island embarked on a journey to El Salvador to represent the island at the 21st Council for Sports and Recreation of Central America (CODICADER) Games. The participating athletes included Brandon Quijano and Izabel Usher, who represented San Pedro High School in track and field events. Aysha Acosta and Tamilli McCauley also joined the King's College Basketball team in this year's CODICADER competition.
Community and Society
Indigenous People’s Resistance Day 2024 – Protecting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and Initial Contact
On this Indigenous Peoples’ Resistance Day, October 11, 2024, the Ministry of Human Development, Families, and Indigenous People’s Affairs joins the people of Belize and the world in commemorating the resilience, strength, and invaluable contributions of Indigenous People. This year’s theme, "Protecting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and Initial Contact," reminds us of the urgent need to safeguard the Indigenous Peoples’ collective rights to their lands and territories, which are important to biodiversity and the preservation of cultural and linguistic diversity.
Community and Society
SPTC reiterates that proper garbage disposal is everyone’s business
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) is aggressively addressing the ongoing issue of improper garbage disposal across the island. Despite several calls for residents to help clean up the island, the issue persists at an alarming rate. As a result, the SPTC is now taking a proactive approach to solving the problem. Anyone caught violating the law regarding littering and improper garbage disposal will be liable to pay a minimum fine of five hundred dollars.
Community and Society
Island residents concerned about rising home rental prices as San Pedro continues to grow
The cost of living in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, has always been higher than in other parts of Belize. As one of the fastest growing municipalities, many people from off the island come to work here and usually look for affordable homes to rent in the outskirts of downtown San Pedro. In the past, these areas lacked essential infrastructure, but now there are planned projects to upgrade them with more services and amenities; conversely, rent for housing is expected to increase as the market becomes more robust and the demand for housing increases. This is causing concern among lower-income residents, especially as there is no known policy in Belize to regulate rental costs.
Community and Society
Design changes made to the Artisan Market project; construction to start soon
A project to construct a new artisan market at El Embarcadero, west of downtown San Pedro, is encountering controversy as some artisans and residents oppose it. Following some small protests, the project will undergo minor design changes, leading to the removal of the previous poster displaying the market plans. The proposed new market is a collaborative effort between the Minister of Tourism, Honorable Anthony Mahler, and Area Representative, Honorable Andre Perez.
Community and Society
Moving crew disrupts traffic and causes power outage on Seagrape Drive while transporting a house
On Wednesday, October 2nd, a hazardous and disruptive situation unfolded on Seagrape Drive south of San Pedro Town. Motorists, pedestrians, and residents were unexpectedly confronted with a house being transported along the busy road. The incident disrupted traffic and caused a brief power outage when nearby power lines were damaged. The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) clarified that they did not grant permission for the transportation of the house, and the person responsible will be served with fines.
Community and Society
Public Notice – Opening of Queen Conch Fishing Season
The Fisheries Administrator hereby reminds the public that in accordance with the Fisheries Resources Act Chapter 210 of the Laws of Belize, the Conch Season will officially open from October 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. The public is advised that if the conch production quota is realized earlier, the conch season will be declared closed.