Tag:
Manuel Heredia Jr.
Politics and Government
Meet your Belize Rural South Standard Bearer Candidates
Belize’s General Elections are to be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Belizeans will head to the polls to elect their chosen constituent (new or incumbent) to fill 31 seats in the House of Representatives. Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker and St. George’s Caye form the Belize Rural South (BRS) constituency. As such, The San Pedro Sun takes this opportunity to present the candidates vying to win the post of BRS Area Representative. Thomas Greenwood Jr. is running under the Belize People’s Front (BPF), while Andre Perez is running under the People’s United Party (PUP), and incumbent Manuel Heredia Jr. is from the United Democratic Party (UDP). Of the three candidates, Greenwood and Perez submitted their answers to our questions, while incumbent candidate was unable to meet our print deadline.
Community and Society
Nayobie’s Hope for Children Project Hosts Fashion Fundraiser; Rivero crowned Miss Teen Mundial Belize
The Nayobie’s Hope for Children Project held its fourth annual fashion show on Saturday, November 30th at the Diamond Lodge south of San Pedro Town.Several junior and senior models graced the stage outfitted in a variety of colors that resembled the theme ‘Painting of Hope.’
Accidents & Disasters
Caye Caulker fire leaves one dead and several families homeless on Independence Day
A fire on Caye Caulker in the early morning of Independence Day has left one dead and as many as 16 people homeless.
Accidents & Disasters
Hon. Edmond Castro & Hon. Heredia on the ground after San Pedro fire
Hon. Castro assured fire victims that the Government of Belize, in partnership with humanitarian organizations, businesses, and the general community, will do whatever they can to help them rebuild their homes and lives.
Business & Economy
Heredia denies allegations that International Airport for Ambergris Caye has been approved
Hon. Manuel Heredia Jr. is denying the claim that the Efrain Guerrero International Airport has been approved, despite a claim made by the Honorary Consul of Belize in Chetumal, Mexico that Belizean authorities had signed a construction agreement.
Community and Society
San Pedro brings in 2018 in spectacular fashion!
The San Pedro Town Council hosted its annual New Year's Countdown party with great music, a fabulous fireworks display, and lots of revelry for hundreds of residents and visitors alike. Happy New Year to one and all!
Community and Society
San Pedro BTIA holds membership mixer on Ambergris Caye
It was a full house at El Divino Restaurant, as the Belize Tourism Industry Association San Pedro Chapter (BTIA-SPC) hosted a membership mixer on...
Travel & Tourism
Lina Point inaugurated on Ambergris Caye
Lina Point Over Water Island Resort held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday September 16th.