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North Ambergris Caye
Business & Economy
Discover your slice of paradise at Platinum Point Subdivision
Platinum Point Subdivision is located in the heart of the path of progress, 8.5 miles north of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. This rapidly growing area, known as New Town, offers prime investment opportunities for forward-thinking investors. The new subdivision features newly constructed roads, including a quiet access road that is conveniently tucked away from the noise and bustle of the main road. It is also strategically situated near essential amenities, such as grocery stores, a police station, and planned developments for a future school and hospital.
Community and Society
SPTC works to repair damaged roads in northern and southern Ambergris Caye
Recent rains have caused flooding and damaged unpaved roads north and south of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. With the break in the inclement weather, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) is assessing the problem and determining how to address the poor condition of the roads. Repair work has started on the northern road, while repairs for the southern stretch are expected to begin on November 7th. In the meantime, residents are advised to exercise caution when driving on these damaged roads.
Police News
Stolen Golf Carts found in north Ambergris Caye
On Tuesday, September 24th, at around 1:10PM, two stolen golf carts were found in secluded areas off the northwest coast of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. One of the carts was in relatively good condition. At the same time, the other had been completely stripped, with the culprits removing the engine, wheels, roof, and various other parts, making it inoperable. Law enforcement received information from an anonymous source that led to the search. Although the individuals responsible have not been caught, the police are actively investigating and seeking evidence, including fingerprints, to identify the perpetrators.
Community and Society
Housing lot project slated for northern Ambergris Caye
The lack of available land for housing in certain parts of Belize has become a long-standing issue, particularly on the Cayes, where many Belizeans are eager to acquire land for building their homes. To tackle this problem, Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez has announced a new housing project for a subdivision in northern Ambergris Caye. The project is currently in the planning stage and is expected to come to fruition in the upcoming months.
Conservation
First Sea Turtle nest of the season discovered on the Northern Ambergris Caye
On Monday, May 6th, the Hol Chan Marine Reserve (HCMR) team received a report from Chris Summers via their official Facebook page. Summers is a collaborator with whom they have established a working relationship through Aces Wildlife Rescue. Mr. Summers shared a video of a fresh sea turtle crawl observed on the beach side of the property owned by Clear Water Belize. The HCMR team promptly responded to this notification and confirmed the presence of a nest upon investigation, marking the inauguration of Ambergris Caye Sea Turtle Season 2024.
Health
Mobile Health Clinic serves residents in northern Ambergris Caye
To promote healthy lifestyles on the island, Area Representative Honourable Andre Perez, the San Pedro Town Council, and partners organized a Mobile Health Clinic on Saturday, May 4th, in northern Ambergris Caye. Held ten miles north of San Pedro Town, residents in the area received information on leading a healthy lifestyle, wellness screenings and evaluations, and free consultations with medical specialists.
Environment
Hol Chan Marine Reserve begins monitoring seasonal sea turtle nesting sites
The sea turtle monitoring program at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve has begun and will continue until November. They anticipate egg clutches will appear on the beach this time of the year, as last year, the first turtle nest of the season was discovered on April 18, 2023. Due to that factor, the Hol Chan Marine Reserve team is now actively monitoring the island's northern beaches weekly to search for turtle nests or any activity. They have also started removing debris and cleaning up by picking up garbage and driftwood that could obstruct the turtles' path in known nesting areas.
Community and Society
North Ambergris Caye students assisted with transportation
To assist students living north of San Pedro Town and Ambergris Caye in getting to school, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has started providing a temporary transportation service while they work on a permanent transport project. This relief is for families living ten miles north of San Pedro Town who do not own a vehicle, as it is difficult to send their children to school in town. The transportation program has several students signed up; however, if other children in northern Ambergris Caye need this service, they can contact the SPTC at 226-2198 for more information.
