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PM Briceño Nominates Carolyn Trench Sandiford for Second Senate Term

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:00:29 +0000

Prime Minister John Briceño has announced his decision to nominate Carolyn Trench Sandiford for a second term as President of the Senate. The nomination comes with the endorsement of the Opposition United Democratic Party (UDP), which was formally consulted, and expressed its support for Trench Sandiford’s re-appointment. The bi-partisan agreement has been welcomed by the […]

Bushfire Near San Antonio and Crique Jute Successfully Contained

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:00:26 +0000

The bush fire that threatened the villages of San Antonio and Crique Jute has been extinguished.  At nine o’clock this morning, the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) received information of a bushfire in the area, which sparked major concerns due to the damage the area suffered last year. Firefighters were called to the scene along […]

Ministry Warns of Increased Killer Bee Activity in Toledo

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:00:13 +0000

The Ministry of Agriculture has registered an uptick in sightings and attacks of killer bees in Toledo District. This week, 59-year-old Japy Perez was stung to death whilst working on a farm in San Pedro Colombia Village. According to the ministry, Perez was attacked by a swarm of bees moving between communities. Since February, the […]

GST-Free Commissary Opens at Price Barracks for Security Forces

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:00:04 +0000

The country’s security forces now have access to GST-free goods at a newly opened commissary at Price Barracks in Ladyville, Belize District. This month, the tax-free store that will provide soldiers with access to reasonably priced goods on base. It is an initiative aimed at enhancing morale and securing the welfare of the security forces.  […]

U.S. Embassy Responds Briefly to Plane Hijacking Incident

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:17:18 +0000

It’s been a week since American national Akinyela Taylor hijacked a plane and stabbed three people on board, sending shockwaves through the country.  Since the incident, there has been little information from the United States Embassy regarding Taylor’s background or any further details on his visit to Belize. Today, however, the U.S. Embassy in Belmopan […]

BDF Officers Return from Peacekeeping Mission in Haiti

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:17:10 +0000

After nearly seven months of service in Haiti, Belize Defence Force soldiers, Major Ermil Coh and Captain Claudio Quiroz are back home. The two officers, who were deployed last September, took part in efforts to stabilize Haiti amid civil unrest and gang violence. The soldiers worked alongside a platoon of soldiers from various nations and […]

Election Tensions in Trial Farm as Tillett Accuses Cervantes of Interference

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:16:42 +0000

The village council elections for Trial Farm, Orange Walk District are slated for June 1.  Thirty seven days ahead of the event, complaints have emerged that there is interference from the Orange Walk North Area Representative, Ramon Cervantes.  The complaint, according to councilor aspirant, Glenn Tillett, Cervantes has been blocking him from participating in the […]

Shyne Declares Return as UDP Leader, Panton Pushes Back

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:16:37 +0000

Things had been relatively quiet in the United Democratic Party since the last court appearance at the end of March, but that silence was broken this week with a surprise press release issued by Moses “Shyne” Barrow. The former elected official released a statement yesterday saying that the party had gone dormant and that there […]

St. John Credit Union Denies Allegations of Missing Funds

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:15:43 +0000

St. John Credit Union has categorically denied that a member’s money has gone missing from their account. Today, the credit union, which manages a hundred and eleven million dollars in assets issued a statement after an account holder alleged, via social media, that fifteen thousand dollars was missing. Daisy Dawson, General Manager and SJCU, says […]

Corozal Central Park Set for Major Rehabilitation Project

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:14:52 +0000

The Corozal Central Park will be getting a much needed facelift through a rehabilitation project launched today. The St. Francis Xavier Credit Union, the Corozal Town Council, and Corozal Bay Area Representative Thea Garcia Ramirez have partnered to restore the once-vibrant park. In recent years, the park and its playgrounds have deteriorated, creating an unsafe […]

Belize Blue Bonds Initiative Reports $12 Million in Conservation Grants

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:14:15 +0000

Nearly three years after launching the ambitious Belize Blue Bonds initiative, the Belize Fund for a Sustainable Future, a private conservation trust established to manage the Blue Bonds, has reported the distribution of nearly 12 million Belize dollars in grant funding.  A summary of the Fund’s activities since its establishment in March 2022 was released […]

Businesses in High HIV Zones Adopt Anti-Discrimination Workplace Policies

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:13:35 +0000

Over a dozen businesses from the three communities with the highest HIV concentration have pledged to tackle HIV discrimination in the workplace. In January, the Ministry of Economic Development received a 6.2 million dollar Global Fund grant for the country’s response to HIV. Under the grant, the government partnered with the BCCI, the National AIDS […]

Couple Granted Bail in Lords Bank Attempted Murder Case

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:12:25 +0000

A young couple accused of attempting to kill a Lords Bank resident last December is spending yet another night behind bars—despite finally being granted bail today—because they have not yet been able to meet the conditions for their release. 23-yeard-old, Stacey Letrixia Antonio, a Belize Defence Force (BDF) soldier, and her common-law husband, Williams Alexander […]

Belize Observes UN Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:12:19 +0000

Today, United Nation’s member countries marked the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace. Belize’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade explained multilateralism as the practice of countries working together through shared institutions, agreements, and dialogue to tackle global challenges as equals. The Ministry issued a statement today saying, quote, “By celebrating this […]

Ambassador Pitts Signs Condolence Book for Late Pope Francis

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:11:49 +0000

Ambassador Dr. Candice Pitts visited the Apostolic Nunciature in the Republic of China (Taiwan) today to sign the Condolence Book for His Holiness Pope Francis, the former Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church. Dr. Pitts paid tribute to the life and legacy of Pope Francis, honoring his dedication as a Servant of the Servants of […]

Whale Shark Migration at Gladden Spit Boosts Marine Tourism

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:11:44 +0000

The Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA) says it welcomes a recent publication on whale shark sightings in Belize. The article highlights the annual migration of Whale Sharks to Gladden Spit Marine Reserve, off the coast of Placencia Peninsula. The articles notes that the area is a unique breeding area for over 20 fish species, which […]

Captain and Passenger Save Flight from Ranchito to San Pedro Amidst  Mid-Air Chaos

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:48:49 +0000

<p>One week ago, a hijacking shook the skies over Belize, forever altering domestic air travel rules. As we await the official updates, let&#8217;s dive back into that harrowing day. Captain Howell Grange and his fifteen passengers faced potential disaster, but thanks to the pilot&#8217;s grit, [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/captain-and-passenger-save-flight-from-ranchito-to-san-pedro-amidst-mid-air-chaos/">Captain and Passenger Save Flight from Ranchito to San Pedro Amidst  Mid-Air Chaos</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

St. John’s Credit Union Responds to Claims of Missing Member Funds

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:46:03 +0000

<p>&#160; Saint John’s Credit Union (SJCU) is refuting allegations of missing member funds that have been circulating on social media. Recently, a woman claimed that around fifteen thousand dollars disappeared from her cousin’s account and accused SJCU of being unhelpful and dismissive. Tonight, SJCU responded, [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/st-johns-credit-union-responds-to-claims-of-missing-member-funds/">St. John’s Credit Union Responds to Claims of Missing Member Funds</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

Jeremy Enriquez Files Complaint Against Justice Hondora

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:45:02 +0000

<p>Jeremy Enriquez is back in the spotlight, and tonight he&#8217;s taking aim at the High Court Judge who presided over his constitutional claim to halt the March twelfth general election. Enriquez accuses Justice Towanda Hondora of misconduct and judicial misbehavior during the proceedings. He has [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/jeremy-enriquez-files-complaint-against-justice-hondora/">Jeremy Enriquez Files Complaint Against Justice Hondora</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

Couple Accused of Attempted Murder Granted Bail After 4 Months on Remand

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:43:21 +0000

<p>Tonight, a couple accused of attempting to murder a Lords Bank man in 2024 has been granted bail after spending over three months behind bars. Stacey Letricia Antonio, a twenty-three-year-old BDF soldier, and her common-law husband, William Alexander Flowers, faced charges of attempted murder, dangerous [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/couple-accused-of-attempted-murder-granted-bail-after-4-months-on-remand/">Couple Accused of Attempted Murder Granted Bail After 4 Months on Remand</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

Swift Brothers Out on Bail After Alleged Machete and Knife Attack in St. Ann’s Village

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:42:40 +0000

<p>Tonight, three brothers from Saint Ann&#8217;s Village are out on bail following an alleged machete and knife attack at their family yard. The details of the incident remain unclear, but the brothers—Richard Swift thirty-two, Neil Swift twenty-six, and Deitrick Swift, forty—faced separate charges in court [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/swift-brothers-out-on-bail-after-alleged-machete-and-knife-attack-in-st-anns-village/">Swift Brothers Out on Bail After Alleged Machete and Knife Attack in St. Ann’s Village</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

Zeta Auto Parts, A Six-Decade Escalante Family Legacy

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:41:12 +0000

<p>Throughout April, our weekly Belize on Reel segments have been spotlighting longstanding businesses across the country. We&#8217;ve featured enterprises in Belize City, San Ignacio, and Punta Gorda. Tonight, we head north to Orange Walk to highlight Zeta Auto Parts, a business born from the Escalante [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/zeta-auto-parts-a-six-decade-escalante-family-legacy/">Zeta Auto Parts, A Six-Decade Escalante Family Legacy</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

FO4ACP Program Enhances Belize’s Market Access and Sustainable Practices in Agriculture

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:38:02 +0000

<p>Belize&#8217;s agricultural sector is getting a major boost from the Farmers&#8217; Organizations for Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific program. This initiative is transforming sustainable development and improving the livelihoods of rural communities. By advancing entrepreneurship and market access, FO4ACP helps Belizean farmers connect to larger markets, [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/fo4acp-program-enhances-belizes-market-access-and-sustainable-practices-in-agriculture/">FO4ACP Program Enhances Belize’s Market Access and Sustainable Practices in Agriculture</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

Man Dies After Being Stung by Killer Bees

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:37:07 +0000

<p>Tonight, a family in Toledo is heartbroken after Jafy Perez, a father of three, was tragically killed by a swarm of bees on Monday. Perez, originally from San Pedro, Colombia, lived and worked in Caye Caulker but had returned to Toledo to spend Easter with [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/man-dies-after-being-stung-by-killer-bees/">Man Dies After Being Stung by Killer Bees  </a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

Deadly Bees and how to Handle Them

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:36:27 +0000

<p>Earlier this week, tragedy struck Caye Caulker when a local resident, Japy Perez Senior, originally from Toledo, died after being attacked by a swarm of bees on a farm. Perez was working alongside others when the bees suddenly swarmed, stinging him multiple times. Sadly, he [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/deadly-bees-and-how-to-handle-them/">Deadly Bees and how to Handle Them</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

PM Briceño Backs Carolyn Trench-Sandiford for Another Term as Senate President

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:35:25 +0000

<p>Prime Minister John Briceño is backing Carolyn Trench Sandiford for another term as President of the Senate. After consulting with the United Democratic Party, they&#8217;ve thrown their support behind her re-appointment. PM Briceño appreciates this bipartisan cooperation for the nation&#8217;s benefit. This decision marks a [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/pm-briceno-backs-carolyn-trench-sandiford-for-another-term-as-senate-president/">PM Briceño Backs Carolyn Trench-Sandiford for Another Term as Senate President</a> first appeared on <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com">Channel 5 Belize</a>.</p>

FFB launches new project to enhance the performance of the national men’s football team

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:00:43 +0000

On Tuesday, April 22nd, the Football Federation of Belize (FFB) launched Project Mexico-Belize, an initiative to strengthen the Senior Men’s National Football Team in preparation for the World Cup Qualifiers in June. As part of the qualifiers, the national team, known as the 'Jaguars,' is scheduled to travel to Montserrat on June 4th and will host Panama on June 7th in the capital city of Belmopan.

Passengers injured in plane hijacking now recovering at home, pilot Howell Grange speaks on incident

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:10:47 +0000

On Thursday, April 17th, a shocking incident occurred in Belize when an American national, Akinyela Taylor, 49, hijacked a Tropic Air flight en route from Corozal to San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Taylor threatened the passengers with a knife and inflicted severe injuries on three individuals, including the pilot. The injured victims—San Pedro businessman Fitzgerald Brown, Tropic Air employee Franchesco Castaneda, and Pilot Captain Howell Grange—were rushed to hospitals in Belize City following the life-threatening situation. The ordeal ended with Taylor being shot when the plane finally landed at the Philip Goldson International Airport (PGIA).

False killer whales near Drown Caye make it to deep sea without incident

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:58:11 +0000

On April 22nd, an incident suggesting a mass stranding was initially reported as pilot whales occurred near Drown Caye off the coast of Belize City. Authorities later clarified that the animals were likely false killer whales (Pseudorca crassidens), as they closely resemble pilot whales. Over 30 whales were involved, prompting an emergency response.

San Pedro Catholic Church commemorates the life of Pope Francis

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:00:39 +0000

On Easter Monday, April 21st, at 6PM, the bell of San Pedro Catholic Church was tolled 88 times in honor of the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. The leader of the Catholic Church and the sovereign of the Vatican City State died on Monday at the age of 88 after serving as pope since March 2013.

Farm Worker Killed in Killer Bee Attack in Southern Belize

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:18:49 +0000

Farm workers were attacked by killer bees on Monday afternoon in an area in San Pedro Colombia Village, Toledo District.&#160; It was quite the scene as the laborers did their best to avoid the flying insects.&#160; In the end, 59-year-old, Japy Neldo Perez, got severely stung and died shortly after.&#160; Perez originated from Caye Caulker [&#8230;]

Belize Loses $125M US Grant Amid U.S. Policy Shift

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:18:46 +0000

As the proverbial saying goes, ‘when America sneezes, we catch a cold’ – tonight, this old adage has proven true as the new policies being implemented by America have seen Belize losing millions of dollars in funding.&#160; The latest loss comes via the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC).&#160; Some nine months ago, the MCC’s Board of [&#8230;]

Caribbean Faces Economic Slowdown as IMF Cuts Growth Forecast

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:18:24 +0000

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is predicting a significant slowdown on economies in the Caribbean for this year.  On a regional level, the IMF forecasts a four point two percent economic decline; a vast difference in last year’s 12 point one percent economic surge.  Earlier this month, the Fund published its World Economic Outlook Report [&#8230;]

Panton Slams Government Over Swearing-In Delay

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:18:20 +0000

Leader of the Opposition Tracy Panton has called out the Government of Belize for causing the delay of the swearing in of the UDP elected representatives.&#160; Panton’s contention is that it has been six weeks since the elections, and a House Meeting is yet to be called.&#160; She added that such a delay has prohibited [&#8230;]

San Ignacio Transfer Station Blaze Fully Contained After Two Days

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:18:16 +0000

Today, fire personnel coupled with workers in the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) were able to fully extinguish a fire that broke out at the San Ignacio Transfer Station on Monday morning. The situation has raised concerns about harmful fumes being emitted into the air, and led to garbage piling up in the [&#8230;]

Joint Public Accounts Committee on Hold as New Briceño Admin Still hasn’t conducted a House Meeting

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:14:42 +0000

With no House Meeting conducted since the elections, a critical standing committee of the House, the Joint Public Accounts Committee (JPAC), is currently not functioning. The JPAC is an important check and balance system for the government, which examines public spending. According to the standing orders, the Speaker of the House should choose a Committee [&#8230;]

Pope Francis to Be Buried Saturday in Modest Ceremony Outside Vatican

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:12:16 +0000

Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday at 88-years-old, will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 26. The Vatican says the funeral mass will take place in St. Peter’s Square and will be led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista, Dean of the College of Cardinals. In line with the Pope&#8217;s desire for a modest ceremony, [&#8230;]

Belize’s Only MLB Player Chito Martinez Dies at 59

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:11:57 +0000

Reyenaldo Ignacio &#8220;Chito&#8221; Martínez is the only Belizean who ever made it in the Major League Baseball in the United States.  Having migrated to the United States as a toddler, Martinez worked his way through the baseball ranks, and in 1991 he rose to the major leagues and was recruited by the Baltimore Orioles.  His time in the [&#8230;]

Tropic Air Pilot Recovering at Home After Hijacking Incident

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:11:53 +0000

Tropic Air pilot Captain Howell Grange has been discharged from the Belize Healthcare Services and is now resting and recovering at home after Thursday’s hijacking incident. This morning, Tropic Air issued a release expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support received from the public and praised the strength and unity shown by both their team [&#8230;]

Voter Registration Drive Heads to Orange Walk Ahead of Village Elections

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:11:31 +0000

Ahead of the upcoming village council elections, the Elections and Boundaries Department has announced that it will be bringing services to several villages in the Orange Walk District. Starting on Saturday, April 26, the department will be at St. Michael’s Roman Catholic School in San Felipe from 9am to 4pm. The mobile clinic is for [&#8230;]

Opposition Leader Urges Bipartisan Strategy on Belize’s Crime Crisis

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:11:20 +0000

Leader of the Opposition, Tracy Panton, is calling for a unified and bipartisan approach to addressing the nation’s escalating crime crisis. Panton’s plea follows the recent announcement of a leadership change within the Belize Police Department. Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams, will be vacating the office at the month’s end, and Dr. Richard Rosado will [&#8230;]

Official Dates Released for 2025 Village Council Elections

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:10:20 +0000

The Elections and Boundaries Department has officially released the schedule for the 2025 Village Council Elections. This includes the dates and venues for nomination days and election days across the country. Nomination Day for village across the country will commence on May 18 and end on June 15. Meanwhile, elections in the rural communities will [&#8230;]

Belize City Man Charged with Assault After Alleged Domestic Attack

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:10:15 +0000

A Belize City man, previously acquitted of murder, is facing new charges following an alleged domestic incident. 34-year-old, Emerson Garnett was arraigned in the Belize City Magistrate&#8217;s Court this morning.  Garnett appeared in court unrepresented today, facing charges of sexual assault and wounding. He pleaded not guilty to both offenses. The charges stem from an [&#8230;]

Belize Delegation Preps for COP 30 with Climate Negotiation Training

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:10:09 +0000

The delegation that will be representing Belize at the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change&#160;(COP 30), is receiving special negotiation training. The Conference of Parties is the largest climate change-related gathering in the world, attended by leaders, ministers, diplomats, UN representatives, scientists, business leaders, non-governmental organizations, activists, [&#8230;]

False Killer Whales Vanish After Stranding Near Drown Caye

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:08:22 +0000

The search continues for over 30 false killer whales that were stranded in Belize waters. The animals, which are actually a species of dolphins, were initially mistaken for pilot whales when they were first seen by Drown Caye. According to Clearwater Marine Aquarium&#8217;s Jamal Galvez, false killer whales are not native to the region, and [&#8230;]

Nominations Open for 2025 Cultural Excellence Awards in Belize

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:07:33 +0000

The National Celebrations Commission has issued an open call for nominations for the 2025 Creative and Cultural Excellence Awards. The awards recognize people who have done exemplary work in the promotion and preservation of culture as well as the arts in various fields. The National Institute of Culture and History (NIC) is inviting people, organizations, [&#8230;]

Team Maxi’s wins this year’s Easter Sunday Kayak Race

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:20:32 +0000

Daniel Gregorio and Brian Bradley of Team Maxi took first place in this year's fourth annual Kayak Race on Easter Sunday. In this highly anticipated competition, nineteen teams paddled from downtown San Pedro to the Secret Beach area, located northwest of the island.

The Holy Cross Anglican Church opens in San Mateo

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:01:08 +0000

The recent opening of the Anglican Holy Cross Church on March 2nd in San Pedro Town marks a significant milestone for the local community, symbolizing spiritual and social development. Dr. Fr. Kesner Ajax has been officially appointed as the resident priest in charge, making this a historic moment for the Holy Cross Anglican School.

US Embassy Assumes Role in Aftermath of Tropic Air Hijacker’s Death

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:53:28 +0000

Tonight, Taylor’s body awaits a post mortem.&#160; According to Commissioner Williams, the US Embassy is handling the situation for the most part.&#160; As for the purpose of Taylor’s visit to Belize, authorities are still trying to find out. Chester Williams, Commissioner of Police: “Obviously we have to do a post mortem examination and once the [&#8230;]

US Embassy Issues Stark Warning to Belizeans on Illegal Immigration

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:52:52 +0000

The US Embassy in Belize has issued a stern warning to Belizeans at home and in the United States regarding undocumented living and false representation.  The written warning was posted on social media and opened by expressing appreciation for the close ties that the two countries share.  What it also did was emphasize the need [&#8230;]

Pope Francis Dies on Easter Monday, Belize Declares National Mourning

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:52:48 +0000

Many in Belize are mourning the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday after serving as the head of Catholic faith for twelve years. In a show of national respect, all Belizean flags will be flown at half-mast from midday Thursday until his funeral on Saturday. Today, Prime Minister John Briceno advised the [&#8230;]

Belizean Artist Concego Dies After Weekend Crash

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:52:46 +0000

Belizean music artist, 35-year-old Deon Ogaldez, better known by his stage name, Concego, died over the weekend. Ogaldez had been hospitalized following a road traffic incident on Thursday night and succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. His passing has aggrieved many family, fellow artists, and fans, who have taken to social media to express their [&#8230;]

Belizean Soldiers Return Home After Peacekeeping Mission in Haiti

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:52:43 +0000

Major Ermil Coh of the Orange Walk District and Captain Claudio Quiroz of the Cayo District are back in Belize after spending more than six months in Haiti.&#160; The two soldiers of the Belize Defence Force were deployed last September and were welcomed home on Wednesday by his family, friends and colleagues.&#160; Whilst in Haiti, [&#8230;]

ComPol Responds to Critics over “Missed Red Flags” Before Tropic Air Hijacking

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:41:31 +0000

As we reported on Thursday, Akinyela Taylor, had exhibited several red flags in the few days he spent in the country.&#160; Last week, we told you of two incidents that if handled differently, could have changed the trajectory of what happened today.&#160; Earlier this month, Taylor reportedly went to the international airport, attempting to get [&#8230;]

Pilot and Heroes Continue to Recover After Tropic Air Hijacking

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:27:58 +0000

The three men who bravely intervened during the shocking hijacking of a Tropic Air flight continue to recovery from the injuries they received. Among the injured was Tropic Air employee Jair Francesco Castaneda, who was stabbed while attempting to disarm the attacker. Both Castaneda and Fitzgerald Brown, the passenger who fatally shot the hijacker, were [&#8230;]

Jim Brown Wins 95th Holy Saturday Cross Country Classic

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:27:22 +0000

It was a thrilling and action-packed Holy Saturday as cycling fans lined the highways from Belize City to San Ignacio and back for the tradition of the 95th Holy Saturday Cross Country Cycling Classic. When the dust settled, it was a foreign rider who claimed the coveted garland but not without a fierce fight along [&#8230;]

Village Council Elections Near as NAVCO Mobilizes

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:26:05 +0000

The National Association of Village Councils (NAVCO) has begun preparations for the upcoming Village Council Elections, which will be held in the next few weeks. NAVCO, the umbrella organization for the over 190 village councils countrywide, is tasked with advocating for communities to get necessary resources and to represent communities at forums when they might [&#8230;]

Punta Gorda Man Hacked to Death, Two Arrested for Murder

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:25:23 +0000

One man is dead, and two others are behind bars following a gruesome chopping incident in the Toledo District. Around 8:30 Good Friday on morning, Punta Gorda police discovered the body of 27-year-old Jeremiah Coc in a bushy area on Mahogany Street in the town’s Indianville area.&#160; Coc was found with multiple chop wounds to [&#8230;]

Head-On Collision Kills Orange Walk Man in Guinea Grass

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:24:32 +0000

A man lost his life in a road traffic just after one o’clock yesterday in the Orange Walk District. Police say 32-year-old Carlos Landaverde was travelling in a Chevy pickup truck on the Guinea Grass Road when he was involved in a road traffic incident. Landaverde was heading toward Orange Walk Town when the driver [&#8230;]

Family of Nine Homeless After Gardenia House Fire

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:23:42 +0000

A family of nine from Rural Belize is displaced after a fire gutted their home on Sunday evening. Around 6 o’clock, a blaze broke out at a home in Gardenia Village occupied by 73-year-old Alden Dawson, 63-year-old Judith Dawson, their five children, and two grandchildren. The flames quickly engulfed the three bedroom wooden structure and [&#8230;]

Construction Worker Fined $9K for Ammo, Wife and Child Walk Free

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:17:08 +0000

A Belize City construction worker faces fines and a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to ammunition charges, while his wife and teenage child walked free.  45-year-old Virginio Roches, his wife, 32-year-old Melonie Murillo, and their 15-year-old child appeared in Belize City Magistrate&#8217;s Court this morning. In court, Roches pleaded guilty to one count of keeping [&#8230;]

Burrell Boom Businessman Robbed at Gunpoint in Belize City

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:16:51 +0000

Police are investigating an armed robbery reported by 27-year-old Carlos Nembhard, a business owner from Burrell Boom Village, Belize District.  According to police reports, Nembhard visited the Crimes Investigation Branch (CIB) on Friday, April 18, to report that earlier that day, while on Princess Margaret Drive, he was approached by two dark-skinned male individuals. One [&#8230;]

Czech Tourist Robbed at Gunpoint Outside Red Hut Inn

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:16:33 +0000

A tourist from the Czech Republic was the victim of an armed robbery on Saturday night near the Red Hut Inn in the Bella Vista area of Belize City.  According to police, around 11pm, the Crimes Investigation Branch received information of a robbery in the area. Officers responded and met with 32-year-old Richard Weis, a [&#8230;]

Ladyville Nurse Returns Home to Find House Burglarized

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:16:17 +0000

A nurse from Ladyville returned home Monday night to find her house burglarized, with thousands of dollars’ worth of household items missing.  Around 10:45 p.m., police from the Crimes Investigation Branch responded to a report of a burglary on the Old Well Road, Ladyville. Upon arrival, they met with 47-year-old Eva Salinas, a Belizean nurse, [&#8230;]

Glock Pistol Stolen in Belize City Burglary Under Investigation

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:15:46 +0000

Police are investigating a reported burglary at a residence located at the corner of New Road and Victoria Street in Belize City, where a firearm and ammunition were reported stolen from an unoccupied upper flat of a two-story building.  Sometime at around ten thirty on Monday night, Police received information from the Police Control Room [&#8230;]

Central Bank Prepares Belizeans for Launch of New Currency Notes

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:13:26 +0000

The Central Bank of Belize is preparing to host two information sessions for the public on the new currency notes that will be circulated this year. The CBB announced last week that the &#8220;Know Your Money&#8221; training sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, with both morning and afternoon options available. These sessions aim to [&#8230;]

Jaguars Tap Top Mexican Coaches Ahead of World Cup Qualifiers

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:12:10 +0000

Belize’s senior men’s football team, the Jaguars, will be working with a team of renowned Mexican coaches in preparation for two upcoming high-stakes games. In June, the team will be playing World Cup qualifier matches, an away game in Monserrat on June 4, and a home game against Panama on June 7. The initiative, titled [&#8230;]

New FAO Rep for Belize, Jamaica, and Bahamas Begins Tenure

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 03:53:52 +0000

Belize has a new representative for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, (FAO), Argentinian national Dr. Mariana Touza. Dr. Touza, who has the responsibility for Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Belize, officially began her tenure last week. On April 16, she presented her credentials to Jamaica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, [&#8230;]

Ambergris Caye celebrates a peaceful Easter holiday

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:43:30 +0000

During the long Easter weekend, from Friday, April 18th, to Monday, April 21st, locals and tourists in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, celebrated the much-anticipated annual occasion with religious events and beach activities. Easter was observed in various locations across the island, particularly at the popular Secret Beach on the northwest coast of Ambergris Caye.

The initial draft of the National Land Use Policy released

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:27:34 +0000

The first draft of Belize’s updated National Land Use Policy (NLUP) for 2025-2035, a comprehensive framework, has been released. This all-encompassing document includes sustainable use, management, and development of land throughout the country, building upon the thematic areas established in the 2019 NLUP, introducing expanded goals and new thematic priorities to address urgent national and global challenges. Below is a summary of the key elements and implications of the policy.

San Pedro Pirates fall short in first leg of PLB’s finals against Verdes

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:00:26 +0000

On Saturday, April 19th, Verdes Football Club (FC) took the lead in the 2025 Premier League of Belize (PLB) Closing Season finals by defeating San Pedro Pirates FC 2-0. This victory gives Verdes an advantage as they aim to secure the championship in the decisive second leg, scheduled for Saturday, April 26th, at the Edmund Marshalleck Stadium in Benque Viejo del Carmen, Cayo District.

MOBA at ONE – Belize’s first art museum

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:20:00 +0000

by Ilona Smiling BELIZE CITY, Tues. Apr. 15, 2025 This month marks the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Museum Of Belizean Art (MOBA)—a goal in the making and, for many of us, a necessary platform in the landscape of cultural institutions in Belize. The creation of a dedicated museum solely focused on art [&#8230;]

New Transport Board named

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:18:00 +0000

Transport Board holds inaugural meeting by Charles Gladden BELMOPAN, Tues. Apr. 15, 2025 A newly appointed Transport Board has been established, which will fall under the Ministry of Constitution and Religious Affairs, Indigenous Affairs, and Transportation. The following are the appointed members: Joel Cervantes, serving as its Chairman; Debora Jones, as its Deputy Chair; Clementina [&#8230;]

DNA bill to be a game-changer in Belize?

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:17:00 +0000

Gian Cho, Executive Director of the National Forensics Science Service by Charles Gladden BELIZE CITY, Fri. Apr. 11, 2025 On Thursday, April 10, a National Stakeholder Validation Workshop was held to review the draft DNA bill for Belize, as the country prepares to implement a system of deploying DNA analysis to solve crimes through scientific [&#8230;]

Firearm and Ammunitions Board goes digital

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:16:00 +0000

(l-r) David Hodge, Chargé d&#8217;Affaires and Hon. Kareem Musa Minsiter of Home Affairs by Charles Gladden BELIZE CITY, Tues. Apr. 15, 2025 The Firearms and Ammunition Control Board, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, celebrated the official handover and launch of the CARICOM Integrated Digital Firearms Registration Management System on Monday, April 14. “This newly [&#8230;]

Belize records first measles cases in 34 years

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:15:00 +0000

Dr. Natalia Largaespada-Beer: “Measles is preventable with a vaccine.” BELIZE CITY, Tues. Apr. 15, 2025 After 34 years, measles has re-emerged in Belize. Two imported cases were confirmed via laboratory testing on April 12 in two unvaccinated teenagers, both 17 years of age, a male and a female. One is from Cayo and the other [&#8230;]

Sweet victory at BCC’s Annual Hot Cross Bun & Food Festival

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:14:00 +0000

Winner (third from left) Samantha Herrera BELIZE CITY, Sun. April 13, 2025 The Belize City Council’s 2nd Annual Hot Cross Bun &#38; Food Festival brought together families, food lovers, and community members for a full day of Easter-themed activities, entertainment, and traditional treats at the historic Memorial Park. A highlight of the festival was the [&#8230;]

NATS announces Farmers of the Year 2025

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:13:00 +0000

(Top l-r) Gregorio Esquivel, Naomi Requena (bottom) Juan Carrillo by Charles Gladden BELMOPAN, Mon. Apr. 14, 2025 The National Agriculture and Trade Show (NATS) Committee has announced the winners of its Farmers of the Year 2025 competition, which was held under the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Enterprise. A total of 18 farmers—one candidate [&#8230;]

Elmer Nah triple-murder case begins

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:12:00 +0000

Case management begins for Elmer Nah, charged for triple murder of Jon, David and Vivian Ramnarace by Roy Davis (Freelance writer) BELIZE CITY, Monday, April 14, 2025 A Case Management Conference (CMC) began today in the court of Justice Nigel Pilgrim for rogue police officer Elmer Nah, 40, charged with 3 counts of murder for [&#8230;]

BEL rates to go up?

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:11:00 +0000

by Charles Gladden BELIZE CITY, Fri. Apr. 11, 2025 Customers of Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) might see a price adjustment in future bills, as BEL has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for a $0.03 rate increase per kWh. This would result in an elevation of the per kWh rate from $0.40 [&#8230;]

Passions rise against Cayo Rosario project

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:10:00 +0000

San Pedranos commit to internationalizing opposition to Cayo Rosario development Project slapped with stop order by Central Building Authority SAN PEDRO, Ambergris Caye, Mon. Apr. 14, 2025 Prop at public meeting in opposition of development at Cayo Rosario Bearing placards and a prop in the form of a coffin signifying death to development at Cayo [&#8230;]

Doctor Love: My daughter’s boyfriend

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 23:00:46 +0000

Doctor Love is the islands, and possibly the world’s greatest authority on just about everything. The Doctor answers questions concerning any subject except religion or politics. Persons needing additional assistance or counseling should contact Family Services Division at 227-7541. The opinions herein are not necessarily of The San Pedro Sun. Write Doctor Love at PO Box 51, San Pedro Town, Belize, or email: dr.love@sanpedrosun.com

Study conducted on Tourism and Coastal Transformation in Caye Caulker

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 18:45:36 +0000

Caye Caulker Village, once a sleepy fishing village, has undergone a significant transformation due to the rise of tourism. A recent study by Lucas Julian Martinez from Ohio State University, U.S.A., investigated the impacts of seafront privatization on coastal access in Caye Caulker. The study highlights the transformation's economic benefits and challenges to the local community.

Belize Strengthens Leadership and Advocacy in Global Maritime Climate Negotiations

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 17:33:37 +0000

The Belize Port Authority (BPA) under the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy &#038; Logistics and the International Merchant Marine Registry of Belize (IMMARBE) recently participated in two critical international climate meetings convened by the International Maritime Organization (IMO): the 19th Session of the Intersessional Working Group on the Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 19) and the 83rd Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 83). These sessions were held at the IMO Headquarters in London, United Kingdom.

American Passenger Hijacks Tropic Air Flight With Knife, Stabs Three Before Being Killed

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:23:47 +0000

Ten men, four women and an infant were subjected to mental torture when the domestic flight they were on was commandeered by one American national, was armed with a knife.&#160; The end result of such an ordeal could have ended in multiple fatalities.&#160; Fifteen families were in fear of the worst for three hours, not [&#8230;]

Pilot Hailed for Heroism in Unprecedented Tropic Air Hijacking

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:23:09 +0000

The administration of Tropic Air is referring to today’s hijacking as an in-flight emergency.  The airline issued a statement this afternoon referring to the incident as serious and unprecedented.  The release furthered by praising the pilot, Howell Grange, for his heroic effort and his extraordinary calm and courage in guiding the aircraft to a safe [&#8230;]

PM Orders Full Investigation Into Tropic Air Hijacking Incident

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:20:46 +0000

Meanwhile, the Office of the Prime Minister issued a statement late this evening, giving an overview of today’s incident and the government’s response.  The release confirms a total of fifteen passengers and one pilot aboard the Tropic Air flight 9N711, a Cessna 208EX Grand Caravan.  The other facts stated was that the flight departed the [&#8230;]

Three Belizeans Credited With Saving Lives in Tropic Air Hijacking

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:20:14 +0000

Three Belizeans are being hailed as heroes for their courageous actions during today’s commandeering of Tropic Air hijacking. The incident saw 49-year-old Akinyela Taylor, a U.S. citizen, hijack the aircraft and stab three individuals before being fatally shot by one of the men. Among the injured was Tropic Air employee Jair Francesco Castaneda, who was [&#8230;]

Inside the Tropic Air Hijacking: Three-Hour Hostage Standoff in the Skies

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:18:41 +0000

We now move to bring you a detailed account of today’s hijacking …. A routine domestic flight turned into a life-threatening crisis when a knife-wielding American national hijacked a Tropic Air plane shortly after takeoff from Corozal. The routine flight to San Pedro stretched into a tense near-three-hour standoff in the skies, as 49-year-old Akinyela [&#8230;]

Aviation Security Under Scrutiny Following Tropic Air Hijacking

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:17:18 +0000

Amid the aftermath of today’s frightening ordeal, many are now questioning how a weapon and a firearm were allowed on a passenger plane. The Belize Airports Authority (BAA) says that while investigations continue, it reassures the public that safety and security remain top priorities at all municipal airstrips across Belize. The entity says that in [&#8230;]

Who Was Akinyela Taylor?

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:15:32 +0000

With all the reports coming in, the question remains, “Who was Akinyela Taylor?”&#160; Our newsroom has learned that the 49-year-old was a US Veteran who resided in the St. Louis, Missouri, USA. He was reportedly born in California, but navigated between his home state and Missouri. According to an online article out of St. Louis, [&#8230;]

Corozal Community Plans Heroes’ Welcome for Hijack Survivors

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:14:02 +0000

As many pray for a speedy recovery of the three men who were injured in today’s hijacking, Corozal Bay’s Area Representative, Thea Garcia-Ramirez is hoping to have a heroes’ welcome home.&#160; Love News spoke with Garcia-Ramirez who stressed on the gratitude and relief expressed, particularly across the Corozal District.

UB Lecturer Placed on Leave Amid Sexual Harassment Investigation

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:12:54 +0000

The University of Belize (UB) confirms that it is investigating serious allegations against one of its lecturers. In a statement issued today, the university stated that it has launched preliminary inquiries after several students came forward with complaints of sexual harassment against the faculty member. Following preliminary inquiries into the student complaints, the university has [&#8230;]

Armed Robbery at Ceviche Express Ends in Shootout With Police

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:11:53 +0000

Police in Belize City are investigating an armed robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon, which ended with a suspect being hospitalized after a shootout with police. Three Bowen and Bowen employees were making a delivery at Ceviche Express at the corner of 1st and Saint Peter&#8217;s Street when they were approached by three men. One of [&#8230;]

Health Ministry Brings Road Safety Campaign to Corozal

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:11:35 +0000

The Ministry of Health and Wellness continued its countrywide road safety education campaign today in the Corozal District.&#160; Personnel from the ministry was on the roads today, speaking with drivers on the importance of adhering to traffic laws and sharing important information. Roger Riveroll, Deputy Regional Health Manager, explained that the aim is to address [&#8230;]

Man Accused of Burglarizing Mother’s Home Ordered to Undergo Psych Evaluation

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:11:00 +0000

A Sandhill Village man is behind bars tonight at the Belize Central Prison, awaiting a psychiatric evaluation after being charged with burglarizing his mother&#8217;s home. Twenty-one-year-old Darrel Isaias Coba appeared unrepresented before a Senior Magistrate today to face a charge of burglary following Sunday’s incident.  The arraignment had a hiccup when Coba’s behavior became untenable [&#8230;]

Belize City Deliveryman Remanded After Police Chase Leads to Gun Charges

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:10:46 +0000

A Belize City deliveryman is at the Belize Central Prison tonight, remanded after being charged with firearm offences following a dramatic police chase earlier this week. Twenty-eight-year-old Alexander Andrew Leslie, of Mopan Street, appeared before a Senior Magistrate in Court Number Six this morning. He faced charges of keeping an unlicensed firearm and unlicensed ammunition. [&#8230;]

Chamber of Commerce Launches New Chapter in Toledo District

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:10:12 +0000

The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is extending its membership by launching a branch in the south. Yesterday the BCCI held the official launch for its Toledo Chapter, gathering various private sector entities. CEO of the Chamber, Kim Aikman and Toledo Chapter focal point, Bruno Kuppinger spoke to Love News Toledo correspondent Celia [&#8230;]

Punta Gorda Police Seize Cache of Firearms, Drugs, and Ammunition; Seven Detained

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:36:39 +0000

Police officers in Punta Gorda Town made a substantial find of firearms, drugs and ammunition earlier today.  At approximately five o’clock this morning, police officers conducted a search at a residence on George Price Street, Punta Gorda Town where seven individuals were present, including a minor.  During the search, authorities discovered two unlicensed firearms. A [&#8230;]

Leaked Memo Reveals Salary Hikes for Top Belizean Public Officials, Sparks Criticism

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:36:03 +0000

A leaked memo regarding new salaries for the Cabinet Secretary and Chief Executive Officers in the public service has spurred criticisms from multiple corners.&#160; The internal correspondence, dated March 28, was addressed to the Financial Secretary and was sent by the CabSec, Stuart Leslie.&#160; Essentially, the memo has instructed that the Cabinet Secretary’s salary be [&#8230;]

Teachers’ Union Slams “Obscene” Government Salary Increases Amid Frozen Increments

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:35:00 +0000

The Belize National Teachers&#8217; Union (BNTU) has also expressed upset over the salary increases for CEOs and the Cabinet Secretary.  In its brief statement, the union noted, quote, “the BNTU notes with tremendous concern, the obscene salary increases for Government officials that has been made public through a recent document from the desk of the [&#8230;]

Belize, Mexico Brace for Border Surge as Thousands Expected for Easter Weekend

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:25:42 +0000

Belizean and Mexican authorities recently met as some 15 to 20 thousand visitors are expected to transit into Mexico via the Subteniente López (Mexico) and Santa Elena (Belize) border crossings.&#160; It is also expected that thousands of Mexicans will be coming into Belize to traverse the Corozal Free Zone over the long weekend.&#160; Love News [&#8230;]

Police Remind Belize Businesses of Strict Liquor Sale Regulations for Easter Holiday

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:24:23 +0000

The Belize Police Department is reminding business owners to adhere to the regulations surrounding the sale of liquor over the Easter holiday. In a memo to regional commanders, the Commissioner of Police Chester Williams outlines that no liquor is to be sold, exposed for sale, consumed, or delivered on licensed premises at any time during [&#8230;]

Belizeans Flock to Fish Markets Ahead of Expected Good Friday Price Hike

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:22:41 +0000

Good Friday is fast approaching, and many Belizeans are out shopping for fish, in keeping with an annual tradition. The price of fish is expected to increase as the Easter weekend draws nearer, so many have been going to the fish markets from earlier in the week, trying to get their supply before that happens. [&#8230;]

Belize Police Issue Easter Safety Alert: Urging Vigilance on Roads

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:21:35 +0000

The Easter holidays are here, and the Belize Police Department is urging the public to be extra vigilant at this time to ensure their safety. The department issued a public notice today, with safety recommendations in three targeted areas: traffic safety, burglary prevention, and water safety for those doing recreational swimming. A major recommendation coming [&#8230;]

“Arrive Safely, Arrive Alive”: Campaign Launched to Combat Drunk and Distracted Driving This Easter

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:20:00 +0000

The Commissioner’s advice mirrors that of the National Drug Abuse Control Council (NDCACC), which launched a countrywide education campaign earlier today. NDACC field officers were on the roads and in high traffic areas in all municipalities today, carrying out the “Arrive Safely, Arrive Alive” campaign. The campaign highlights the dangers of not only drunk driving [&#8230;]

Government Ministries Unite to Tackle Escalating Erosion Crisis in Placencia

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:17:16 +0000

In a united front to combat the escalating erosion impacting the Placencia Peninsula, three key government ministries—the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management; the Ministry of Natural Resources, Petroleum &#38; Mining; and the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing—convened this week to address the issue and respond to mounting concerns from [&#8230;]

Belize Police Monitoring Potential Deportations of Citizens with Pending Charges

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:16:19 +0000

Police continue to monitor whether or not Belizeans in the United States who have pending charges in Belize will be deported. In January, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that there was a list of just under 900 Belizeans who were being sought for deportation by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Commissioner of [&#8230;]

Two Ladyville Men Remanded After Alleged Gun Attack in Lords Bank

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:15:26 +0000

Tonight, two Ladyville residents are on remand at the Belize Central Prison after being accused of a frightening gun incident in the Lords Bank area that allegedly left another man fearing for his life. Twenty-four-year-old Camryn Lozano, described as a well-known street figure, and eighteen-year-old Zyrie Anderson, both labourers from Ladyville, were formally charged in [&#8230;]

British High Commissioner Visits OAS Office in Belize-Guatemala Adjacency Zone

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:12:18 +0000

Yesterday, British High Commissioner to Belize, Christine Rowlands, went on a working visit to the OAS Office in the Adjacency Zone between Belize and Guatemala. Rowlands visited the OAS offices along with the High Commission&#8217;s Climate Change, Environment, and Energy Officer, Zana Kristen Wade. OAS Country Representative to Belize, Dr. Luiz Octavio Coimbra, Adjacency Zone [&#8230;]

Social Security Board Voices Confidence in New Chairperson’s Leadership

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:11:35 +0000

The Social Security Board (SSB) has issued a statement of confidence in the leadership of their new Chairperson, Chandra Nisbet Cansino. In welcoming Nisbet Cansino, the Management and Staff of the SSB highlighted her extensive track record in senior management and leadership within the public service. They stated her wealth of experience comes at a [&#8230;]

Belize Livestock Producers Association Warns Members of Ongoing Scam Targeting Farmers

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 03:08:58 +0000

The Belize Livestock Producers Association (BLPA) is warning its members that there is an ongoing scam targeting farmers. The association says that scammers might call or send messages purporting to be from the BLPA and ask for information like WhatsApp verification codes or other personal information. The BLPA stressed that it would never contact farmers [&#8230;]

Land controversy builds in the San Jose Nuevo Palmar Village

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:34:22 +0000

There is a land dispute brewing in the village of San Jose Nuevo Palmar between the village council and the Palmar Lands Committee. Over the weekend, the lands committee met and voted to subdivide the Sibal Yum Nature Park in the village. However, the decision did not sit right with the council, which claims the [&#8230;]

Malaria Cases Confirmed in Belize After Six-Year Absence; Health Ministry Responds

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:34:14 +0000

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed four malaria cases in Belize for the first time in over six years. The ministry says that three of the cases were locally transmitted in Santa Elena Town and Cristo Rey Village, while one was imported from Petén, Guatemala. The first case was identified on January 17, [&#8230;]

Health Officials Urge Belizeans to Check MMR Vaccine Status Amid Measles Concerns

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:33:51 +0000

If you are one of the many Belizeans unsure of whether you have received the two doses of the MMR vaccine, then the Ministry of Health and Wellness is encouraging you to either check for your medical records at the public health clinic or take another jab. In light of the recent confirmation of two [&#8230;]

Police Department Voices Strong Support for Imminent DNA Legislation

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:33:29 +0000

The Belize Police Department (BPD) has expressed strong support for the imminent DNA Legislation.&#160; Earlier this month, the National Forensic Science Service (NFSS) began holding consultation sessions on the proposed legislation that aims to enhance the country&#8217;s criminal justice system. The proposed act seeks to establish a legal framework for the collection, storage, and use [&#8230;]

Man Freed in Double Murder Case After Insufficient Evidence Found

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:32:51 +0000

Kenner Gomez was granted his freedom in the Dangriga High Court yesterday after facing a double murder charge since August 2021.  The 30-year-old was on remand for the killing of 46-year-old, Medardo Canelo and his nephew, 33-year-old, Lawrence Canelo.  Inside the courtroom, the Director of Public Prosecutions entered a nolle prosequi, meaning that there was [&#8230;]

Belize Security Forces Complete Basic Medic Course to Enhance Emergency Response

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:32:36 +0000

Several members of Belize’s security forces recently completed a Basic Medic Course. The program officially concluded on Friday, following seven weeks of rigorous instruction that began on February 24. Designed to build foundational emergency medical skills across Belize’s security forces, the course trained personnel from the Belize Defence Force, Belize Coast Guard, and Belize Police [&#8230;]

Belize Premier Basketball League Unveils New Leadership and National Vision

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:27:41 +0000

The Belize Premier Basketball League has unveiled a new management structure and three new commissioners to go with it. Under the banner &#8220;New League, New Leadership,&#8221; the league is implementing what it calls a &#8220;3-pronged approach&#8221; to its operations. This focuses on effectively creating, managing, and maintaining all the essential elements needed to produce a [&#8230;]

Distinguished International Jurist Joins Belize’s Caribbean Court of Justice

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:26:51 +0000

A distinguished international jurist has joined the bench of Belize’s highest appellate jurisdiction court, the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ). Dr. Chile Eboe-Osuji, a citizen of both Nigeria and Canada, was officially sworn in today. His appointment fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Justice Andrew Burgess, which occurred just last week on April [&#8230;]

Minister Zabaneh Outlines Strategy for His Expanded Government Responsibilities

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:26:16 +0000

Minister of Constitution and Religious Affairs, Indigenous Affairs, and Transportation, Dr. Louis Zabaneh, has outlined his strategy for effectively managing the diverse responsibilities of his ministry. Previously serving as Minister of State for Education, Science, and Culture, Dr. Zabaneh now has an expanded portfolio. Under the Briceno Administration’s last term in government, several key projects [&#8230;]

Incoming Transport CEO to Focus on Reckless Driving in Belize

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:24:59 +0000

Incoming CEO for the Ministry of Transport, Chester Williams, says he will be taking a special focus on the issue of reckless driving, once he transitions from the police department. Over the past few weeks, we’ve reported a number of traffic incidents on the roads, many of them involving buses. In one such instance, more [&#8230;]

Belmopan City Council to Host Benefit Concert for Local Organizations

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:18:30 +0000

xThe Belmopan City Council is hosting a huge benefit concert to support two civil society organizations. The Agric Benefit Concert is being held on May 31 and is slated to have a combination of local and international artists performing. Mayor Pablo Cawich developed the event to give support to organizations working to effect positive change [&#8230;]

Workshop Launched in Dangriga to Tackle Teenage Pregnancy in Belize

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:18:12 +0000

The Child Development Foundation (CDF) brought together key stakeholders today for the launch of a two-day multi-sectoral workshop in Dangriga Town. The workshop was aimed at driving social and behavioral change to reduce teenage pregnancy in Belize. The event, spearheaded by the Cayo-based NGO, focused on dialogue and collaborative strategies to address the root causes [&#8230;]

Police Commissioner Reverses Transfer of Popular Sarteneja Officer

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:15:26 +0000

Commissioner of Police Chester Williams has kept his word and has rescinded the transfer of Sergeant William Marroquin, the officer in charge of the Sarteneja Police formation. When the news of Marroquin’s transfer spread throughout the community, residents complained and protested the move, insisting that he remains the fishing village.&#160; Officer Commanding the northern police [&#8230;]

Belize Advocates for Caribbean Concerns at International Maritime Climate Meetings

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 03:12:36 +0000

Belize has reaffirmed its commitment to global climate action in the maritime sector by participating in two critical international meetings. The conferences, organized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), are the Intersessional Working Group on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and the Marine Environment Protection Committee. Belize has assumed a leadership role on behalf of Caribbean IMO [&#8230;]

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Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:49:37 +0000

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Nightlife and Entertainment in Belize: Where to Go After the Sun Sets

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:31:14 +0000

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Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:38:31 +0000

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Simple Tips to Maintain Rugs and Carpets Like New

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:42:22 +0000

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Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home in Vista Del Mar

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 02:18:58 +0000

<p>Welcome to 125 Jellyfish Drive, a charming home nestled in the desirable Vista Del Mar community in Ladyville, Belize. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is an ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat with modern comforts. Situated 2 feet above ground, the property boasts an array of desirable features and upgrades, providing both functionality and [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/charming-3-bedroom-2-bath-home-in-vista-del-mar/">Charming 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath Home in Vista Del Mar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>

How Safe Are Online Casinos?

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 01:46:47 +0000

<p>Owing to the introduction of the Internet, online casinos are on the rise among gamblers worldwide. However, security remains one of the most important issues for many players. This article provides insight into the safety aspects of online casinos, especially licensed ones, and gives players tips on how they can gamble safely online. Understanding online [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/how-safe-are-online-casinos/">How Safe Are Online Casinos?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>

Cryptocurrency Solutions for Crypto Companies

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 02:46:55 +0000

<p>The cryptocurrency industry has evolved into a cornerstone of the global financial ecosystem, necessitating specialized services and strategies for companies operating within this dynamic sector. These solutions for crypto companies are essential for optimizing operations, ensuring security, and maintaining compliance in a highly competitive environment. Cryptocurrency Operations in Enterprises Enterprises manage digital assets effectively to [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/cryptocurrency-solutions-for-crypto-companies/">Cryptocurrency Solutions for Crypto Companies</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>

What are the key features of the Aviator game?

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 04:58:21 +0000

<p>Developed by Spribe in 2019, the Aviator game took the world by storm. It currently commands a loyal fanbase of 5 million active players per month, and this number grows every day. What makes Aviator so popular with so many players? In this guide, we look at the key features of this world-famous crash game [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/what-are-the-key-features-of-the-aviator-game/">What are the key features of the Aviator game?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>

Top 6 Small Luxury Yacht Destinations for Your Next Vacation

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:41:37 +0000

<p>Have you ever thought about vacationing on a small luxury yacht? It&#8217;s the perfect way to explore hidden gems without the tourist crowds. Imagine clear blue waters, secret beaches, and cozy seaside towns. You&#160;can relax on sunny shores, enjoy amazing seafood, or explore unique local culture. From the beautiful Mediterranean to the quiet bays of [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/top-6-small-luxury-yacht-destinations-for-your-next-vacation/">Top 6 Small Luxury Yacht Destinations for Your Next Vacation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>

Top 6 Reasons to File a Partition Lawsuit in Real Estate Disputes

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 15:09:34 +0000

<p>Are you dealing with a real estate dispute with family or business partners? Struggling to agree on property ownership, usage, or profits? A partition lawsuit might be the solution you need. These disputes can be stressful and emotional, making it tough to resolve them on your own. In this post, we&#8217;ll share the top reasons [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/top-6-reasons-to-file-a-partition-lawsuit-in-real-estate-disputes/">Top 6 Reasons to File a Partition Lawsuit in Real Estate Disputes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.</p>