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Caye Caulker
Police News
Caye Caulker Belize Bank branch burglarized
Police are investigating an alleged burglary reported at the Belize Bank branch in Caye Caulker. On December 27th, officers from the Caye Caulker police responded to the report and, upon inspecting the bank's facilities, found that some of the doors had been tampered with.
Community and Society
Proposed fuel station in north Caye Caulker causes mixed reactions from residents and stakeholders
Residents on the northern side of Caye Caulker have objected to a proposed gas station in their area. They have submitted formal complaints highlighting concerns about installing large tanks near homes, which they believe poses a hazardous and potentially life-threatening risk. Although the Caye Caulker Village Council has stated that specific requirements must be met before the project can proceed, some local tour operators favor the initiative led by Petrol Alliance Group Group Company Limited.
Business & Economy
Businesses in San Pedro eagerly await the high tourism season
The low season in Belize coincides with the rainy season, which lasts from May to November and has peak rainfall between July and October. Despite the challenging weather conditions, many travelers continue to visit popular tourist destinations like Caye Caulker and San Pedro (Ambergris Caye), taking advantage of the more competitive pricing available during this time. However, the slow season significantly impacts business operations across the islands.
Environment
DOE working towards enforcing all environmental laws in the Cayes
The Belize Department of Environment (DOE) has taken a significant step by opening a dedicated office in Ambergris Caye to protect the environment of San Pedro, Caye Caulker, and Caye Chapel. This demonstrates the DOE's commitment to promoting sustainable development and actively participating in initiatives to preserve the island's crucial marine ecosystem.
Education
Long-awaited Digital Connect Center opens in Caye Caulker
On Tuesday, July 25th, the village of Caye Caulker in Belize celebrated the official launch of its innovative Digital Connect Center. This center is a pioneering initiative and the first of its kind that will allow residents easy access to technology for everyday needs. The milestone was made possible through a collaborative partnership between the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy, Logistics, E-Governance, the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan), and Area Representative Honorable Andre Perez.
Government
Public Notice: Establishments issued violation Tickets
The Supplies Control Unit in the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise hereby informs the public that a third round of establishment inspections for compliance with provisions of the new Supplies Control (Prices) Regulations was carried out in February 2024. During this period, a total of 35 establishments were issued tickets for violations of the regulations in San Pedro Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker in the Belize District.
Accidents & Disasters
Tourist drowns in Caye Caulker
On Tuesday, January 9th, American tourist Steven Mark Kurenitz, 76, died in Caye Caulker while swimming at the popular spot called ‘The Split.’ His...
Accidents & Disasters
San Pedro Lions Club delivers donation to Caye Caulker fire victims
The San Pedro Lions Club is always helping those in need, and on Saturday, November 25th, they headed over to our sister island, Caye Caulker, to assist a group of fire victims with much-needed financial assistance. They handed over a financial contribution of $5,000 which was made possible with the collaboration of the San Pedro community, the San Pedro Town Council, and Lions members.
