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One of the architects of the Belize Constitution passed away this Saturday at his family home. Vernon Harrison “VH” Courtenay, or Sir Harry, as he was affectionately known, was an outstanding Belizean patriot, well known for service in public life. Courtenay, an attorney by profession and a member of the oldest and prestigious law firm […]
Written on August 17, 2009 | Posted in
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It’s the place where people meet on Saturday morning either for an early morning gossip or best deals on fresh produce, or both. But the Queen’s Square Market was temporarily relocated in July for the construction of a bigger, better facility through a loan from the Caribbean Development Bank. Marion Ali was there for the […]
Written on August 17, 2009 | Posted in
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Made in the USA; those words could be found on almost every product inside the Caracol and Cahal Pech rooms of the Radisson Hotel today. That’s because the US Embassy is holding its eighth annual Made in the USA expo in Belize. It’s the culmination of months of organization and advertisements to put on display […]
Written on August 14, 2009 | Posted in
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The September celebrations are only a few weeks away. But the plans are already underway for this year’s celebration. There was a one-liner minor mention in Tuesday’s cabinet press release that promises a major change in the tradition of the celebrations. The major difference is that the official Independence Day program will be held in […]
Written on August 13, 2009 | Posted in
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It is the seventh year that the Kolbe Foundation has been in control of the prison facilities. And since Sunday, August ninth, activities marking Kolbe Week have been taking place, under the theme: “Restoring Life through Meaningful Rehabilitation, Successful Reintegration and Brotherly Love.” And while the walls and bars are there to suppress criminal minds, […]
Written on August 13, 2009 | Posted in
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Today marks the conclusion in the second phase of the Belize Defense Force Summer Camp Program 2009. More than one hundred and seventy students from across the country participated in the two week program in which they learned various skills including driving, building construction, painting and boat handling. And today, at a ceremony held at […]
Written on August 13, 2009 | Posted in
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As we said earlier in our newscast, cabinet confirmed that there will be a change of command in the Belize National Coast Guard. In its latest release, Cabinet confirmed that Admiral Cedric Borland will be succeeded by another Borland—his vice commandant, Commander Johnnie Borland. News Five caught up with the incoming commandant who says the […]
Written on August 12, 2009 | Posted in
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The local branch of Colonial Life Insurance Company (CLICO) is officially no more. That’s the word coming from the Supervisor of Insurance, Alma Gomez. In a release issued today, it was confirmed that the CLICO portfolio will be transferred to RF&G Life Insurance Company. On Monday, Justice Michelle Arana granted the order for the transfer. […]
Written on August 12, 2009 | Posted in
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A family outing in the Valley of Peace Area ended fatally for one member who was mistaken for wildlife. Sometime around four o’clock last Friday, a party of the Guardado family took off on a hunting trip. The group included thirty-nine year old Jose Antonio Guardado, his brother-in-law and three friends. The group headed to […]
Written on August 10, 2009 | Posted in
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There is conflict in the Citrus Valley and it has nothing to do with the price of oranges. It has to do with the proposed removal of three directors by the Citrus Growers Association and its subsidiary, Investment Company Limited. The two companies no longer want former C.G.A. chairman, Frank Redmond, Mike Dunker, and C.E.O. […]
Written on August 7, 2009 | Posted in
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This story is strictly for the birds. The Belize Audubon Society has several camps planned over the summer. But their next upcoming camp is on Sunday. In it, Birders will walk around Belize City in the early morning to identify and look at what else? Birds. Dirk Francisco, Audubon’s Publicity Coordinator, explains. Dirk Francisco, Publicity […]
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The Annual Costa Maya Festival which pulls in the most visitors on San Pedro Ambergris Caye during any single event has always been a success. This year is no different. Each night brings a celebration that highlights the culture of the Latin American countries. On Thursday, the Reina de la Costa Maya Pageant attracted huge […]
Written on August 7, 2009 | Posted in
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It’s the weekend and coming up next Safiyyah tells us where’s the party and why the Blancaneux Lodge is world class. Hey I’m Safiyyah and this is what’s happening Belize? Everyone has been talking about it and it’s finally here, this weekend is the huge Costa Maya Festival in La Isla Bonita, San Pedro. The […]
Written on August 7, 2009 | Posted in
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It’s an institution that was evolved from the Panama Boledo and has become a national habit for thousands of faithful Belizeans. But the rules of the nightly game and the Sunday draw are about to change and that is because the Boledo/Lottery is about to be privatized. News Five’s Jose Sanchez found out that government […]
Written on August 6, 2009 | Posted in
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Still on the issue of dual nationality the consultations on the seventh amendment to the Constitution continue nationwide. And at the most recent forum in Orange Walk Town last night there was overwhelming objection to the proposed change to the Constitution. A former U.D.P. government Minister, Ruben Campos, joined a current P.U.P. Town Councillor in […]
Written on August 6, 2009 | Posted in
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There is more coming out about the fictional university that was advertised on the internet to be situated at the Warrie Head Lodge in Teakettle Village. It’s name: University of Central America, School of Medicine in Belize. While there is clearly no hospital, school facilities or the faculty of over one hundred and fifty, the […]
Written on August 5, 2009 | Posted in
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Du Di Rait Ting, that’s a program initiated by the police as an effective way to involve the community to reward students that show positive behavioural patterns and attitudes. The program first started in the United States and now in its third year in Belize, it has been met with much success. News Five’s Delahnie […]
Written on August 5, 2009 | Posted in
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Many people say that the church, as an institution, is not reaching the youth. “Everything is too old fashioned” the younger generation would say. However, reaching the youth is not an issue for Andrew Pitterson. He has many captivated by his verse. Pitterson is far from the regular bible thumper. While you may not know […]
Written on August 5, 2009 | Posted in
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It started out as the Sea and Air Festival; that was eighteen years ago, and it has evolved into Costa Maya, the biggest annual festival hosted by the Jewel. The activities are engineered to boost tourism on La Isla Bonita in the slow season and indeed huge numbers converge on the island. The famous Reina […]
Written on August 4, 2009 | Posted in
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And this news, the office of Prime Minister Barrow announced today that the PM will be out on personal leave for the remainder of the week. The Deputy PM, Gaspar Vega is holding over the reins of government until Tuesday and the Minister of Education, Patrick Faber, will take over on Wednesday until the PM […]
Written on August 3, 2009 | Posted in
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Crime Stoppers Belize provides a toll free hotline 0-800-922-TIPS for people to call and report on illegal activities. There are occasionally rewards offered through the organization which heavily depends on donations. But Crime Stoppers does not rely solely on kindness, it also fundraises. This weekend Crime Stoppers is hosting a yard sale at Old Belize. […]
Written on July 31, 2009 | Posted in
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With the new school year around the bend, summer camps are coming to an end. Today, Growing the Future Foundation concluded its camp with an awards ceremony for the two hundred plus children of primary school age. The foundation which offers education services and an after school program for underprivileged children has run the program […]
Written on July 31, 2009 | Posted in
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Meanwhile, the aviation camp of the Belize Defence Force Summer Program drew a large number of participants fascinated with the art of flying. It is the first of its kind where the students actually lived for two weeks at the Price Barracks in Ladyville. A News Five crew captured the beginning of the camp last […]
Written on July 31, 2009 | Posted in
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Reggae lovers will know that in August renowned reggae legend, Lucky Dube, celebrates his birthday. And right in line with that will be the third in a series of live concert recordings by promoter, Joel “Dara” Robinson. Robinson says the event this Sunday will be a family function that will promote peace and denounce crime […]
Written on July 31, 2009 | Posted in
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The weekend is here and it’s time to relax. So get ready for Safiyyah’s hot summer activities from north to south where there is something for you. Hey I’m Safiyyah and this is What’s Happening Belize. This weekend is filled with activities you can enjoy all over the country. Let’s start in the capital city […]
Written on July 31, 2009 | Posted in
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