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And because the rains kept on coming down over the weekend, it created flash flooding in certain areas of the country. Luckily this time, everyone seemed to have heeded the advisories that NEMO has been issuing. Many also took the necessary measures to either move out of the flood-prone areas in time, or stayed away […]
Written on November 6, 2023 | Posted in
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All the ferries across the Belize River in Cayo District had to be closed over the weekend, including the Baking Pot Ferry, the Xunantunich Ferry, and the Iguana Creek Bridge. The low-lying wooden bridge also had to be closed on Sunday, as the waters continued to rise. And because the weather forecast calls for even […]
Written on November 6, 2023 | Posted in
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Belize Water Services Limited has issued a public notice on water conservation. The utility company has also issued a similar advisory for customers to boil water before consumption. Earlier today, B.W.S. informed customers in areas experiencing flooding, particularly those connected to San Ignacio/Santa Elena distribution system that one of its pumps has burnt out and […]
Written on November 6, 2023 | Posted in
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As Minister Bernard noted, the new public hospital regulations will not apply to the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital. He explained the reason for this, while noting that Belize City residents can access several other public health facilities in Belize City free of charge. Kevin Bernard, Minister of Health and Wellness “That is the reasons […]
Written on November 3, 2023 | Posted in
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Less than a month ago, government аррrоved thе іntеgrаtіоn оf еmеrgеnсу mеdісаl rеѕроnѕе аnd еmеrgеnсу ѕеаrсh аnd rеѕсuе to be part of thе mаndаtе оf thе Nаtіоnаl Fіrе Ѕеrvісе. While the work of the National Fire Service will go beyond fighting fires, going forward it also means that everyone who applies for the job will […]
Written on November 3, 2023 | Posted in
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It’s been exactly one year since Hurricane Lisa battered Belize, leaving behind hundreds of millions of dollars in structural damage and economic losses. It was a category one hurricane that even to date, and despite all efforts by government to rebuild, the country has not been able to fully recover. Tonight, News Five’s Duane Moody […]
Written on November 2, 2023 | Posted in
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November twentieth will make three years since Prime Minister John Briceño has been in office, elected by the people of this country. For the past two days, the PM has been on the ground engaging not only with voters and residents, but he’s also having pep talks with students in Toledo and Stann Creek, as […]
Written on November 1, 2023 | Posted in
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The prime minister’s tour of the south is currently in the Dangriga constituency, which includes Hope Creek and Sarawee. There have been significant developments in this division that residents have been clamouring for. Prime Minister John Briceño and Doctor Louis Zabaneh say that they are spending the money wisely and that the people can expect […]
Written on November 1, 2023 | Posted in
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Climate change has taken an unfathomable toll on the Caribbean. Through discussions on how climate events have impacted communities regionally, there’s a realisation that such experiences aren’t properly represented in the global climate resilience initiatives. According to the United Nations, the Caribbean Region is considered to be “ground zero” for the global climate emergency. As […]
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The border dispute between the communities of Yemeri Grove and Laguna is arguably one of the most publicized land disputes in southern Belize. Following their press conference in Belize City on Thursday, leaders from Yemeri Grove invited the media to their village for a tour of some of the disputed areas. Today a News Five […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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As the boundary dispute rages on between Yemeri Grove and Laguna, the future hangs in the balance for youths on both sides who are hoping to own a parcel of land one day. Last week, we told you about the Yemeri Grove youths who publicly stated their fear of not having any lands available in […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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And, Yemeri Grove Village leaders want Greg Ch’oc gone as the Commissioner of Indigenous People’s Affairs, at least when it comes to their boundary dispute. Arden Edwards says the mediation process has been unfair. He is requesting that a more neutral party be included in the discussion. Arden Edwards, Former Village Councilor, Yemeri Grove […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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As we reported on Monday, the boundary dispute between the people of Laguna and Yemeri Grove dates back several years. Both sides are accusing the other of encroaching on the other’s property or farmland. When News Five visited Laguna Village on Saturday, Chairman Sebastian Iche told us that the dispute between the two villages has […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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Deputy Alcalde of Laguna Village, Monica Coc-Magnusson explained to News Five that they are convinced that Yemeri Grove has no grounds for its claim to the lands near the Laguna access road. She said that she is, as well as the rest of the village, open to sit down with the people of Yemeri and […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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Earlier today, the Government of Belize issued a release informing that it has approved the waiver of all fees charged by public hospitals in an effort to ensure that persons seeking medical assistance have universal access to quality healthcare. The statement goes on to say that the existing system requires patients to pay fees for […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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Minister Kareem Musa also gave an update on his other portfolio, New Growth Industries. The concept of developing a cannabis industry and its accompanying referendum was shelved back in 2022, after there was overwhelming pushback by various groups. It’s been almost three years in office and Minister Musa says that there are many new private-sector […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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It’s Halloween and across the country, there will be many persons engaged in trick or treating. It is also a time that unsavoury characters may use as an opportunity to commit crimes. ComPol Chester Williams says that there are patrols out to keep the public safe. Chester Williams, Commissioner of Police “The police do […]
Written on October 31, 2023 | Posted in
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Land disputes go back thousands of years to settle differences over territories and land masses. Not much has changed, in that we still see countries invading their neighbour’s occupancy on claims that they settled there first. The conflict between Laguna Village, a Maya community and its next door neighbor, Yemeri Grove, a non-Maya community, goes […]
Written on October 30, 2023 | Posted in
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But while Pollard will run on the P.U.P. ticket as a councilor under Wagner as the mayoral candidate, he also has his eyes on Queen’s Square, hoping he’ll be elected in the General Elections a year later in 2025. Pollard, who is a relative newcomer to politics, came within striking distance of the incumbent Area […]
Written on October 27, 2023 | Posted in
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Vendors, artisans and craftsmen in San Pedro will have an opportunity to earn a little extra cash next Friday at the island’s first annual Halloween-themed market day. As Mayor of San Pedro told us, it’s an event that will create economic activity for small and new entrepreneurs while providing entertainment for the residents and children […]
Written on October 27, 2023 | Posted in
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Sunday night’s triple murder in the San Pedrito area of San Pedro happened at a location where the lighting is poor at night and the killers took advantage of that condition, as well as the mangroves nearby in an attempt to conceal their identities. Lighting in some neighborhoods is an issue that the San Pedro […]
Written on October 26, 2023 | Posted in
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Today, the National Kriol Council hosted a press conference at Swift Hall in Belize City. It brought together community leaders from Yemeri Grove and other non-Maya, villages in Toledo to discuss the issue of land disputes in the south. The National Kriol Council, as an interested party, has been observing this issue as it unfolds. […]
Written on October 26, 2023 | Posted in
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The village leaders say they are not disputing the consent order of the Caribbean Court of Justice and Maya communal land rights. They do, however, believe that preferential treatment is being given to the indigenous Maya people. There are some who say that there is an ethnic battle taking place down south, but the non-Maya […]
Written on October 26, 2023 | Posted in
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These villages are primarily used for agricultural production. Rice farming, cattle ranching and even honey production are the livelihoods of these villages. But what about the youths, and how are they affected? Today, we spoke with several students who are pursuing degrees in agriculture with the hope of toiling farms in their communities. They share […]
Written on October 26, 2023 | Posted in
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The Statistical Institute of Belize has shared the latest figures for September 2023. And if you’ve been paying more for a plate of food – whether home-cooked or takeout, guess what, the consumer price index for September is showing that food and restaurant services are up while fuel is down. In a nutshell, data show […]
Written on October 26, 2023 | Posted in
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