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Manuel Heredia
Entertainment
San Pedranos usher in Belize’s 41st Independence anniversary with flag raising ceremony and Caribbean entertainment
As the clock ticked closer to midnight on Tuesday, September 20th, the Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex in San Pedro Town started filling up with islanders for the traditional pre-independence program. This year, Belize celebrates its 41st Independence Day, and revelers on the island brought in the special celebration with patriotism and Caribbean entertainment with the Trinidadians DJ Ana and Ultra Simmo.
Government
United States and Belize Sign Open Skies Air Transport Agreement
On October 16, 2018, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Keith Gilges and Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation Manuel Heredia signed the first bilateral Air Transport Agreement between the United States and Belize.
Travel & Tourism
Newly renovated Caye Caulker Airstrip inaugurated
Inaugurated on Friday, September 7, the Caye Caulker airstrip is now one of the most modern and safest aerodromes in Belize, with a 2,840-ft long by 40-ft wide runway equipped with lighting to handle late and emergency landings/take-offs.
Politics and Government
Gary Greif to contest Minister Heredia’s BRS seat
When asked why he is contesting Heredia's seat, Greif said that he has great respect for the Minister, but believes more can be done for Belize Rural South.
Education
Students continue to receive educational assistance
Through the Ministry of Tourism & Culture, and the Ministry of Education, students have been presented checks for educational assistance.
Arts & Culture
Dia de San Pedro Celebration
The Dia de San Pedro activities ended on Sunday June 30th, with a beach family day at the Central Park beach. The 10 days...
Community and Society
PolyClinic staff vent frustration about internal issues
Central Health Region says the matter is being dealt with ‘internally’ Some staff members of the Dr Otto Rodriguez San Pedro PolyClinic II have officially...
Community and Society
Hon Manuel Heredia donates funds for SPTC Mother’s Day party
A donation of $5,000 was handed over during a short ceremony at the SPTC office