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San Pedro Town Council
Education
San Pedro Town Council awards sports scholarships to four students
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) Sports Program announced four school scholarship recipients on September 28th, recognizing young athletes for their participation in local sports while supporting their education. The recipients are Khobe Miller and Gibbson Callvio of Holy Cross Anglican Primary School, and Daniel Caliz and Kelvin Almendarez of San Pedro High School.
Community and Society
Free wheelchairs to be distributed in San Pedro in December
The Wheelchair Foundation will return to Belize in December to distribute free wheelchairs to people who need them. With assistance from the Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye, a distribution is planned for San Pedro Town on December 7th.
Politics and Government
Joseph Elijio Officially Introduced as San Pedro Mayoral Candidate as UDP Unveils Municipal Slate
The United Democratic Party (UDP) unveiled its nine mayoral candidates for the March 2027 municipal elections on September 29th, including Joseph “Joe” Elijio as its candidate for San Pedro Town. Party leader Tracy Panton led the presentation, which introduced candidates for municipalities across Belize.
Community and Society
SPTC clears drains in areas affected by flooding
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) cleared drains and culverts in several parts of town following heavy rains that left standing water on roads and near homes. The work focused on restoring rainwater flow through the drainage system, starting in the areas most affected by flooding.
Traffic
San Pedro Town Council tests two new one-way streets
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) began testing two new one-way traffic routes in the town center on Wednesday, September 17th. Temporary barriers have been placed on the street beside the Hol Chan Marine Reserve office and along the waterfront near Caliente Restaurant. The changes are intended to improve traffic flow and ease congestion.
Sports
Altamar and Caribbean Depot lead Inter-Office standings after Week Three
Altamar and Caribbean Depot remain unbeaten after three weeks of the Inter-Office Football Tournament, leading Groups A and B with nine points each. In Group A, Altamar has won all three of its matches without conceding a goal. The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) sits second with six points from two games, while Aruna and Pro Divers also have six points from three games each. Mahogany Bay and Hol Chan follow with four points apiece.
Arts & Culture
Cinematography workshop helps local creatives master lighting
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) held its second cinematography workshop at Mahogany Bay from September 6th through the 8th. The three-day training ran from 3PM to 6PM each day and brought together local photographers and videographers looking to strengthen their film and production skills. Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Bruce Finn led the workshop.
Community and Society
San Pedro celebrates 228th anniversary of the Battle of St. George’s Caye
On Thursday, September 10th, San Pedro Town joined communities across the country in celebrating the 228th anniversary of the Battle of St. George’s Caye. The patriotic occasion commemorated the historic battle, which took place from September 3 to 10, 1798, and is considered a defining moment in Belize’s history.