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Most people think about retiring when they reach their sixties and seventies, but for Belizean Brukdong legend, Wilfred Peters, like good whiskey, wine and cheese, he seems to only get better with time. And this year, just in time for the national festivities, Peters is tonight celebrating yet another CD release, entitled “Nobody di Care […]
Written on September 15, 2008 | Posted in
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There is plenty to do this weekend as the national day fever sweeps across the country in this festive month. Saffiyah has details. Hi, I’m Safiyyah and this is What’s Happening Belize September Edition part two. The September celebrations are in full swing and as the annual tradition goes, this weekend is the Expo Belize […]
Written on September 12, 2008 | Posted in
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Initially, the concern about parading on National Day, which falls on a Sunday, was that church pews would be empty if there was a competing event. Then came the grenade hurled close to the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital, and now it is an entirely new ballgame. It is one that is so compelling that it […]
Written on September 11, 2008 | Posted in
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Concerned over the escalating acts of violence, the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry is working closely with authorities to beef up security at the annual Trade Expo, set for this weekend. The event, which traditionally attracts thousands of visitors, will open on Saturday at the Saint John’s College compound in the West Landivar and […]
Written on September 11, 2008 | Posted in
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All the bad news and the acts of violence reported earlier in this newscast may have put a damper on this year’s September celebrations but there is still a full calendar of events and reason to celebrate. One activity to look forward to is the Francis Reneau concert. News Five dropped by the Bliss today […]
Written on September 11, 2008 | Posted in
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And there is some good and interesting news to report. Six brave women between the ages of sixty-one to seventy-six, are vying for the prestigious title of the first ever Miss ‘Y’ International. The event is scheduled to start at seven-thirty on Friday at the Belize City Centre under the theme “Embracing our Culture”. We […]
Written on September 11, 2008 | Posted in
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Since February, the bumpy ride on Albert and Regent Streets has been compounded by street closures due to construction work in anticipation of the upgrading of the downtown area. And over the weekend when a grader rolled into town and streets were once again blocked off, residents watched with excitement as it appeared that the […]
Written on September 9, 2008 | Posted in
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The flag raising ceremony is a traditional and symbolic act on every Independence Eve since 1981 when Belize became a free and independent nation. And this year, another flag will be hoisted on the eve of September tenth and if you trafficked near mile three on the Northern Highway the day after the General Elections, […]
Written on September 9, 2008 | Posted in
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Regional entertainer Oscar B is back in town as part of the September celebrations. The artist will have two concerts for Belizeans, one tonight for a grown-up audience and another scheduled for tomorrow for youths. Oscar B, Entertainer “Tonight is built basically for the grown folks so what is expected tonight is less of the […]
Written on September 9, 2008 | Posted in
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Luck can come in different ways and a man’s luck changed for the better after he won Wednesday night’s Lotto Jackpot of a hundred and thirty-two thousand, five hundred dollars. This afternoon, seventy year old Santiago Coyoc of Xiabe Village in the Corozal District, picked up his big cheque from Tropical Gaming Company in Belize […]
Written on September 8, 2008 | Posted in
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Technology is a time-saver and it is with that in mind that today the Income Tax Department officially launched its website. By logging on to www dot income tax Belize dot org, residents can access information on the country’s tax laws, refunds and payments, application forms, and links to other sites. According to Assistant Tax […]
Written on September 5, 2008 | Posted in
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Saturday’s carnival road march is not the only event causing excitement this weekend. Luckily, Safiyyah is here to fill us in on what’s happening in Belize over the next couple days. Hey, I’m Safiyyah and this is What’s Happening Belize, September edition. For all the music lovers out there, tonight Sound Fest 2008 will be […]
Written on September 5, 2008 | Posted in
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She went on an adventurous tour and tonight a woman is dead after the thrill of the experience triggered a heart attack that eventually and tragically ended her life. The woman, fifty-one year old, Dawn Holan of San Jose California, who reportedly came with her husband and friends on the Carnival Legend Cruise Ship today […]
Written on September 4, 2008 | Posted in
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The N.D.F.B. building had been on the auction block for some time now, and today when the gavel finally came down, Telemedia acquired the building on Coney Drive for an undisclosed sum. The building was built with a loan from the Social Security Board to the N.D.F.B. in 1994 and over the years it changed […]
Written on September 4, 2008 | Posted in
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Works are advancing in the downtown area street project which the City Council is planning to complete in time for the Independence Day bash. But before that can happen there are some night time closures on Albert and Regent Streets which will hopefully not interfere significantly with the flow of traffic over the weekend. The […]
Written on September 4, 2008 | Posted in
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As the spirit of nationalism builds up in this five month, some organizations are stepping up the plate spreading goodwill and generosity. A group of special ladies have joined the fray and have come together to help in their own unique way. They will take the stage at Bird’s Isle and strut their stuff on […]
Written on September 4, 2008 | Posted in
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Former track star and Belizean hero Marion Jones will be released from prison on Friday. In March, Jones entered a federal prison in Fort Worth, Texas and began serving a six-month sentence, her penalty for pleading guilty to two counts of Obstruction of Justice. In January, Jones admitted she lied about a check-scam involving the […]
Written on September 2, 2008 | Posted in
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And if you can’t condition your body in time for the grueling Lionman triathlon, then you can begin to prepare for the less intense, but equally healthy Family Fun Walk and ten K run. The activity is being organised as a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Health, HECOPAB, National Sports Council, Youth for the […]
Written on September 2, 2008 | Posted in
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It’s every musician’s dream to make it big … and tonight one Belizean group has been given that opportunity. While performing at a charity concert in California several weeks ago, the group Bryce Simpson caught the eye of Kashif, an American songwriter and producer who has agreed to work with them on an album. Kendoyll […]
Written on September 1, 2008 | Posted in
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In the oldest beauty pageant in Belize, Karima Card, competing as Miss Black Orchid was chosen as the new Queen of the Bay to succeed outgoing Queen, Ronnie Coye. Card won over nine other contestants in talent, evening gown, and interview segments to capture the title of Queen of the Bay 2008-2009 and was also […]
Written on September 1, 2008 | Posted in
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Thursday night was part two of the Mas Camp Nights and the four remaining senior bands were more than ready to show us what they had to offer for carnival day. As we approached the first camp, we were curious to find out if this second group of senior bands would have as much energy […]
Written on August 29, 2008 | Posted in
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The Belize Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation has announced the date for this year’s Annual Bodybuilding Championship and promises it will be bigger and better. On Saturday at the Bliss Centre for the Performing Arts, five judges will determine who will be winners for the Belize’s Male Junior B and A Class, Masters, Seniors, as well […]
Written on August 29, 2008 | Posted in
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With the September celebrations around the corner, there are plenty activities to keep you busy this weekend. Saffiyah has tips of what to do and where to go. Welcome to what’s happening Belize, I’m Safiyyah and I have lots to tell you about this week. September is a month that all Belizeans look forward to […]
Written on August 29, 2008 | Posted in
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You can now access the telephone directory electronically and that’s because Telemedia this afternoon officially launched its new online directory. According to Directory Services Manager, Suzette Tillett, the E-Directory allows customers to access information quickly and easily. Suzette Tillett, Directory Services Mgr., Belize Telemedia Ltd. “Most people are on the internet and this is the […]
Written on August 28, 2008 | Posted in
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As a means of fostering a spirit of patriotism, love of country, and to encourage the writing of original Belizean music, earlier this year the September Celebrations Committee put the challenge out to Belizeans to come up with original songs for the third annual Patriotic Song Competition. Thirteen entries were received and over the weekend […]
Written on August 28, 2008 | Posted in
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