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Mayor Gualberto 'Wally' Nuñez
Pageants & Beauty
San Pedro Welcomes Faith Edgar Home After Historic Miss World Performance
Miss World Belize Faith Edgar received a vibrant homecoming on September 19th as she returned to San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, following her historic participation in the Miss World pageant in Vietnam. Family, friends, local officials, and residents warmly greeted Edgar at the Tropic Air terminal, gathering to congratulate the island beauty queen on representing Belize on the international stage.
Community and Society
Flag-Raising Ceremony Signals Start of September Celebrations
San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, joined the rest of the nation on Tuesday, September 1st, for the annual Flag-Raising Ceremony. At 6AM, community members and local officials gathered at Central Park, where members of the Belize Coast Guard raised the Belizean flag, officially marking the start of the country’s September Celebrations.
Pageants & Beauty
Elizabeth Grace Sánchez Crowned Miss San Pedro 2026
Elizabeth Grace Sánchez was crowned Miss San Pedro 2026 on August 29th, emerging victorious from a field of four delegates during the annual pageant held at the Saca Chispas Field. Under the vibrant theme “¡Que Viva el Carnaval!”, Sánchez competed alongside Samantha Ayala, Kami Valencio, and Bessy Gonzalez before a live audience and panel of judges. The colorful event kicked off at 8PM and featured a series of pageant segments, entertainment, and carnaval-inspired presentations.
Business & Economy
Secret Beach stakeholders meet to address ongoing challenges
On Friday, August 7th, members of the Secret Beach Association (SBA) convened a meeting to address several concerns affecting stakeholders and the growing tourism destination northwest of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Among the main issues discussed were security, public health, road infrastructure, and garbage collection. Several government officials and agencies were invited to participate in the discussion; however, some were not represented at the meeting.
Pageants & Beauty
Miss San Pedro 2026 contestants officially introduced at Sashing Ceremony
Four young women competing for the Miss San Pedro 2026 title were officially introduced to their sponsors and the public during the annual Sashing Ceremony held on Sunday, August 2nd, at Sunset Caribe Belize in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. The event marked the official start of the pageant season, with contestants Samantha Ayala, Bessy Gonzalez, Kami Valencio, and Elizabeth Grace Sanchez showcasing their personalities and meeting the sponsors they will represent throughout the competition.
Business & Economy
Public Consultation Examines Proposed Liquor Licensing Reforms
Residents, business owners, and local stakeholders gathered at the San Pedro Lions Den on July 30th for a public consultation on Belize's liquor licensing reform initiatives. The event, hosted by the Ministry of Rural Transformation in collaboration with the San Pedro Town Council, began at 6:30PM and focused on proposed changes to liquor license categories, operating hours, enforcement, governance, and the digital administration of the licensing system.
Politics and Government
Mayor Nuñez outlines priorities in bid for third term
San Pedro Town Council Mayor Gualberto “Wally” Nuñez, who is seeking a third term in the 2027 municipal elections, outlined his administration's record and his priorities for another term during an interview on July 23rd. The mayor highlighted changes to council operations, infrastructure projects, and future planning initiatives while urging voters to support his re-election.
Politics and Government
Elito Arceo announces mayoral candidacy for 2027 municipal election
On Monday, July 20th, a fifth island resident, Jose 'Elito' Arceo, announced his intention to seek the office of Mayor in the upcoming 2027 municipal elections. The well-known San Pedrano said he will soon unveil his slate, which will run as an independent team outside the traditional political parties.