Community and Society
San Pedro Plans New Multipurpose Market, Parking and Event Space
On August 17th, Mayor Gualberto Nuñez expanded on plans the San Pedro Town Council shared on August 6th for the site of the old artisan market across from the Saca Chispas field. The council proposes clearing the existing structures and redeveloping the property into a multipurpose complex featuring a formal market for fresh produce, dedicated artisan stalls, parking, and rentable event space.
Community and Society
Community Efforts Intensify as Sargassum Influx Eases in San Pedro
Several San Pedro residents continue to take the initiative to keep the downtown beaches free of Sargassum. Over the past few weeks, residents have reported a slight decrease in the influx of seaweed. As such, those leading beach clean-ups are encouraging beachfront businesses to help remove it. They believe this is an opportune time to join forces, as less Sargassum is washing ashore.
Community and Society
Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye assists island preschool with air-conditioning unit
On August 13th, New Horizon Pre-School in the Escalante Subdivision received an air-conditioning (AC) unit thanks to assistance from the Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye. The club collaborated with local stakeholders to carry out the project, which aims to alleviate heat-related concerns and provide students with a cooler, more comfortable learning environment.
Community and Society
Police Investigate Early-Morning Shooting in San Pedrito
A 26-year-old fisherman was shot and wounded in the San Pedrito area of San Pedro Town during the early hours of Sunday, August 16th. The victim, identified as John Hernandez, was taken to the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II shortly after 4AM after suffering gunshot injuries. He was treated for wounds to his upper left shoulder and left leg and is reportedly in stable condition and recovering.
Community and Society
Improperly Bagged Garbage Continues to Create Challenges for San Pedro Sanitation Crews
On August 12th, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) renewed its appeal to residents and businesses, asking the community to properly bag and secure waste to assist sanitation crews across the island. The reminder from the council's operations team comes amid intensified collection efforts, with crews working extended hours to keep up with the volume of garbage generated in San Pedro.
Community and Society
Inspector Lemus Talks Crime, Youth and the Future of Policing in San Pedro
On August 8th at 10AM, San Pedro Town Councilor Dianeli Aranda sat down with Inspector George Lemus on her “Coffee with Danni” program for a wide-ranging discussion about crime, youth, tourism, and community trust in San Pedro. The interview focused on Lemus’ role as Acting Officer Commanding the San Pedro Police Formation and what the department is doing to keep the island safe.
Community and Society
Miss Universe Belize 2026 Delegates Arrive in San Pedro for Historic Pageant Week
The Miss Universe Belize 2026 delegates arrived in San Pedro on August 10th, touching down aboard Maya Island Air and receiving a traditional Garifuna drumming welcome. The island will host the national pageant for the first time. That evening at 7PM, a meet-and-greet at Mahogany Bay Village Resort kicked off pageant week, allowing residents and visitors to meet and interact with the contestants ahead of the pageant on August 15th, also at Mahogany Bay.
Community and Society
Holy Cross Gets a Fresh Look Thanks to Quickstop Volunteers
On Sunday, August 9th, Quick Stop staff volunteered at Holy Cross Anglican School, carrying out several improvement projects from 8AM to 4PM. The activity formed part of the company’s corporate community outreach initiative. With assistance from school faculty, the Quick Stop team painted picket fences and structural beams and decorated chalkboards in the infant division.