Community and Society
Prime Minister Briceno attends second term inauguration of President Bukele
On Saturday, June 1st, Prime Minister Honorable John Briceno attended a crucial meeting at the Casa Presidencial in San Salvador, El Salvador. This meeting marked Nayib Bukele's second term inauguration, a momentous occasion in which Briceno was present to congratulate him. During the meeting, Briceno engaged in discussions with President Bukele about matters of mutual interest and decisions.
Community and Society
US Embassy hosts Citizens Town Hall in San Pedro
On Tuesday, June 4th, the US Embassy of Belize held a town hall meeting that started shortly after 11:30 AM and ended around 1:30PM. The event occurred at the Blue Water Grill inside the Sunbreeze Hotel on Coconut Drive. The meeting covered topics such as US citizen services offered in Belize and how they manage laws and regulations. According to the presenters, the United States Government Embassy provides prompt, courteous, and efficient services to United States citizens and other clients. During the presentation, they discussed the services offered by the US Embassy and the limitations of their assistance.
Community and Society
Remembering Mrs. Martha Guerrero
The San Pedro Sun joins the island community in commemorating the life of stalwart Martha Guerrero. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Mrs. Martha passed away on Wednesday, June 5th.
Community and Society
SPTC celebrates island educators and medical professionals
On Saturday, June 1st, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) honored the teachers, nurses, and doctors of Ambergris Caye at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. This annual celebration recognizes the island's dedicated professionals in the education and medical fields. This year, the event embraced the 1980s decade with a themed party, celebrating the vibe of the rocking era.
Community and Society
SPHS celebrates a Magical Masquerade at Prom 2024
On Friday, May 31st, the 2024 San Pedro High School (SPHS) graduating class enjoyed a memorable night under the Magical Masquerade theme. The event started at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium shortly after 7PM. Prom is a long-awaited event for teens of Ambergris Caye to enjoy and have one last get-together with friends and classmates to celebrate the end of their high school careers.
Community and Society
Construction projects must adhere to building regulations
Constructing a new building requires a lot of hard work and planning and comes with zoning regulations. Recently, newly built buildings have raised eyebrows and concerns among residents from Ambergris Caye regarding improper protocols. Some recent projects are constructed between border and property lines, and the size of newly built buildings appears to be on the edge of the street, not complying with regulations.
Community and Society
Chris Summers – Remembering our island “Crocodile Man” and Conservation Hero
Tribute By Tamara Sniffin SPSUN EditorIn late 2010, I received a thoughtful email from a young man, Chris Summers, who wondered if there was a way...
Community and Society
San Pedro Lions Club attends the Istmania Lions Convention in El Salvador
From May 23rd to the 25th, the San Pedro Lions Club, along with the Belize City and Belmopan clubs attended the 83rd Annual Lions Istmania Convention held in San Salvador, El Salvador. The Belizean delegation, which forms the Belize Lions Zone 59, was led by its Chairman, Lion Nigel Belisle, and accompanied by the zone's queen, Rebecca Paredes.