The traffic congestion from the Haulover Bridge to miles two and a half along the Phillip Goldson Highway is causing serious delays for motorists entering or leaving Belize City during the rush hour, particularly in the mornings. With roadwork underway to upgrade the stretch, commuters experience a delay of up to one hour coming into […]
Auditor General Dorothy Bradley met with the six members of the House of Representatives’ Public Accounts Committee nearly a month ago. The meeting did not get into details of the 2012-2013 Audit Report, which found various irregularities in the Ministries of Education and Works, the General Sales Tax Department and Belize Defence Force. Committee member […]
The Belize Progressive Party hosted a press conference this morning at its headquarters on Vernon Street to discuss a number of national issues, including its position on the much talked about UHS debt. In the bizarre press conference, the B.P.P. took square aim at the prime minister and his predecessor for putting taxpayers at risk […]
Mayor and Councilors from all over the country converged at the Radisson this morning where a one-day event took place on the two issues critical to governing: accountability and transparency. At the municipal level, corruption is not perceived to be as pervasive as in central government, but municipal bodies are expected to function above board. […]
The Florida Caribbean Cruise Association treated Belize City primary schoolers to a special Christmas cheer today. The F.C.C.A. hosts an annual Christmas party with music, food and gifts for deserving students from underprivileged homes as a way to give back to communities they work with. News Five’s Andrea Polanco has the highlights from today’s party. […]
A new luxury resort was launched today in San Pedro just in time for the tourism high season. A year later and over a hundred million dollars in investment, Mahogany Bay resort opened its doors to Hilton members visiting the island. At the launch today, it was announced that this latest CURIO brand resort is […]
In tonight newscast, we begin a two-part series by the National Resource Center Exclusive Education of the Ministry of Education. Titled “Can You Hear Me,” is brought by Kids who Care, in an effort to bring awareness to Disabilities Week. Two sisters affected by loss of hearing tell their stories about the challenges they face […]
Court of Appeal Justice Franz Parke abruptly stepped down from his seat on the bench on Monday, having tendered a letter of resignation to the Governor General that same morning. Parke’s departure preceded a lawsuit filed by the People’s United Party challenging his qualification for the post to which he was appointed by his former […]
The decision by Government to decriminalize possession of ten grams or less of marijuana, after nearly five years of waiting, enjoyed rare bipartisan support. This is because of the level of devastation police arrests and convictions have caused, especially on Belize City’s south side. Since the first of November, things have been calm, with police […]
In honor of Universal Children’s Day, UNICEF called on young minds to assume key roles in media, politics and other sectors. While the main activities were held in mid-November, everyday is a special day for children. Tonight, a second feature by Informed Teen Reporters looks at the celebration of Universal Children’s Day and what it […]
There are no medal victories to report yet, but Belize is holding its own on day-two of the 2017 Central American Games. In basketball, Belize looks for another win as they are presently taking on El Salvador, while in football; the under-twenty-one is to face off with hosts Nicaragua at the National Stadium in Managua, […]
Four youths from the Apprenticeship Program received the opportunity to start up their small businesses. The budding entrepreneurs recently completed a three-month training and received certificates on the essentials of business planning. The Apprenticeship Program teamed up with Amy Giuliano of Beauty in Belize Incorporated, a non-profit organization, that assisted in funding the business plans. […]
Scouts Belize needs your help to spread some cheer with the hostels in Belize. As a part of the Christmas campaign, the organization is asking for donations of teddy bears for their “Teddy of Hope” Drive. The Scouts will be participating in the annual Christmas parade and after, the teddy bears will be distributed to […]
News Five has been happy to tag along with nineteen-year-old Rowan Garel over the years on his many adventures. From climbing Victoria Peak to diving the Blue Hole to walking across Belize, absolutely nothing has stopped the visually impaired college student from achieving his dreams. And that is why he was named 2017’s Caribbean Ambassador […]
There is major news of a judicial nature tonight. Just over two months after being sworn in, and one week before trial on a fixed date claim form concerning his appointment, Justice of the Court of Appeal Franz Parke has resigned. Justice Parke tendered his letter of immediate resignation to Governor General Sir Colville Young […]
The unpaid UHS debt continues in the news following the announcement that parliament is not likely to vote to pay the loan note that goes back to 2004 and was originally for thirty-three point five million dollars. John Briceño was Deputy Prime Minister when the UHS loan came to light; he says that his party […]
The Chamber of Commerce and the Belize National Teachers Union have come out in support of payment of ninety million dollars to the Belize Bank for Universal Health Services. Over the weekend, the National Trade Union Congress of Belize met to formulate its own position. According to the umbrella organization, since the CCJ is the […]
Last Wednesday, at a press conference to address the UHS debt, Prime Minister Barrow said that he had come into information from a trusted source that Lord Michael Ashcroft had visited Belize and suggested that he met with the People’s United Party. The PM suggested that the purpose of the meeting was for Ashcroft to […]
Turning to other issues….The National Aids Commission in commemoration of World Aids Day this past Friday hosted the first ever Red Ribbon Solidarity Day under the theme: “The Right to Health.” The award ceremony was geared towards recognizing and honouring those extraordinary people who create change within the lives and communities of People Living with […]
With fourteen votes of a possible twenty, Sergio Chuc is elected, along with running mate Cruz Gamez, to the presidency and vice presidency of the Football Federation of Belize respectively. The eleventh ordinary congress of the Federation, held Saturday at the Princess Hotel, was hoped to bring to an end months of deadlock and division. […]
Doctor Bertie Chimilio’s infamous humbling in elections at the hands of Ruperto Vicente in 2012 was expected to usher in a golden generation for football in Belize. And while Belize did enjoy its only Gold Cup trip, best Central American Cup finish and improved World Cup rankings under Vicente, there remain questions about his handling […]
Shane Moody-Orio, goalkeeper and long-standing national football hero, was elected in May 2016 during the disputed presidential election as a member of the Football Federation of Belize’s executive. Moody-Orio says footballers have benefited from some changes since his installation and can expect much more. Shane Moody-Orio, Executive Member, F.F.B. “One of the issues we […]
Prime Minister Dean Barrow pretty much said on Wednesday, that government won’t be paying the UHS loan that has ballooned to ninety million dollars and for which interest will keep accruing. The first to respond to this position was the Belize Chamber of Commerce and their statement has put them at war with the PM. […]
Businesswoman and influential past president, Kay Menzies, addressed today the issue of increased taxation as a measure to settle debts. In her view, taxes are not the answer; instead government should grow the economy. Menzies says you can’t hold on to debt, because it won’t go away. Kay Menzies, Managing Director, Karl H. Menzies […]
Senior Counsel and constitutional attorney Magali Marin-Young discussed the ins and outs of the Caribbean Court of Justice’s decision in favor of the Belize Bank Limited to enforce payment of the loan note. One week of the three-week period under the Crown Proceedings Act has passed for enforcement of the judgment, with the Government’s members […]
