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While Belizeans have been accused of imitating too much of what’s broadcast on American television, not all of it is bad. Tonight News Five’s Kendra Griffith takes a closer look at an off beat activity that’s giving young people a chance to shine. Kendra Griffith, Reporting For weeks, choreographer Joseph Stamp Romero has been touring […]
Written on December 21, 2007 | Posted in
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As reported earlier, the police are extra busy these days, but not just fighting crime. Tomorrow officers around the city will be distributing toys and groceries to deserving families. It’s all part of the Yabra Community Policing Centre’s fourth Christmas drive under the supervision of Inspector Diana Hall. Inspector Diana Hall, O.C., Community Policing, Belize […]
Written on December 20, 2007 | Posted in
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Today the Belize Police Department introduced a new Magazine aimed at highlighting the lighter side of policing. The free publication, called “Palladium”, a Police Digest, is edited by Sherlette Lopez, a member of the Department’s civilian staff. Sherlette Lopez, Editor-in Chief, Palladium, a Police Digest “What it started off was as a pictorial display chronicling […]
Written on December 20, 2007 | Posted in
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The next item on our newscast is not exactly what you’d call news. It is, however, of great importance, particularly to two young Belizeans, one of whom is hopefully watching right now. It takes the form of a request from one of our many viewers abroad who watch News Five over the internet … and […]
Written on December 20, 2007 | Posted in
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A few minutes ago, Lawrence Craig Junior used this newscast to propose to Irma Veronica Fairweather. What Irma didn’t know was that News Five was waiting outside her home and once the question was popped, the camera started rolling. So what was her answer? Marion Ali “Irma, you’ve just been proposed to live on Channel […]
Written on December 20, 2007 | Posted in
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It may have rained all day, but for one large group of cruise tourists in Belize City, the weather was not a factor. Instead of sun, sea, and sand, the members of this “Cruise With a Mission” were here to make life a little brighter for some children in need. News Five’s Marion Ali has […]
Written on December 19, 2007 | Posted in
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‘Tis the season for sharing and today members of the Belize Police Department did just that when they stopped by the Sister Cecilia Home for the Elderly in Belize City. For the senior citizens who were strong and well enough to socialise, the officers spent time serving food and singing karaoke with residents and staff. […]
Written on December 19, 2007 | Posted in
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And while we may have received wrong information on one of its patients we can report with confidence that last week the Southern Regional Hospital in Dangriga celebrated the approach of the holidays by erecting a Christmas tree in the lobby. The tree and accompanying festivities came courtesy of the Belize Chamber of Commerce and […]
Written on December 18, 2007 | Posted in
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The C in Christmas isn’t meant to symbolize capitalism but around this time every year, entrepreneurs and business owners alike come up with creative marketing techniques to separate you from your cash. But according the residents of one Belize City community, their goal is to show the rest of the country how a little innovation […]
Written on December 17, 2007 | Posted in
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The trial balloon that floated over Social Security headquarters and Universal Health Services this week has been officially shot down. According to S.S.B.’s chief executive officer, Dr. Louis Zabaneh, the proposal for the board to buy U.H.S. was given to an independent consultant three weeks ago for an initial evaluation. If the assessment proved at […]
Written on December 14, 2007 | Posted in
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The cost of taking a trip to the states is about to go up. According to a U.S. embassy release, come January first, the application fee for a non-immigrant visa will rise by thirty-one percent from the existing two hundred Belize dollars to two hundred and sixty-two. The hike, which is being implemented worldwide, is […]
Written on December 14, 2007 | Posted in
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It’s one of Belize’s most enduring musical institutions and on Sunday evening the Pallotti Chamber Group will be holding its Christmas Concert. The chamber orchestra includes the junior and advanced groups who will perform under the directorship of Jiles Rabinovich. Music teacher and member of the strings department, Colville Young Jr., says the variety of […]
Written on December 14, 2007 | Posted in
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On Wednesday it was the Customs Department that sponsored a kids Christmas party; today it’s those friendly folks at Income Tax. We don’t know what’s gotten into these usually scrooge-like public servants, but Marion Ali reports on the fun. Marion Ali, Reporting They’re popular around town for their talent in the television drama series “Noh […]
Written on December 14, 2007 | Posted in
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This afternoon certification ceremonies were held at the Belize Biltmore Plaza for a series of training courses held earlier this year. According to the Belize Tourism Board’s Product Development Manager, Anthony Mahler, the seventy-seven men and women recognized today have passed the rigorous standards of Johnson and Wales University, the American Hotel and Lodging Association […]
Written on December 12, 2007 | Posted in
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Some unfamiliar sounds were emanating from the Customs and Excise Department today as fifty students and ten teachers were treated to a Christmas party courtesy of the department’s social group. According to the organisers, in addition to giving something back to the community the festivities also seek to change their image. Sherwin Garcia, Planning Committee […]
Written on December 12, 2007 | Posted in
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A vacancy exists for a reporter to join the staff of one of the region’s most highly honoured television news organisations. Applicants should possess the following qualifications: – Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (Broadcasting experience is an asset) – Strong writing skills – Strong command of the English language – A commitment to excellence – Willingness […]
Written on December 12, 2007 | Posted in
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It’s December eleventh and in most of Belize it was a beautiful day. So why are we leading tonight’s news with a weather story? Because, believe it or not, almost two weeks after the end of the hurricane season, there’s a tropical storm heading in our direction. News Five’s Janelle Chanona has the story from […]
Written on December 11, 2007 | Posted in
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You may not have heard the bells ringing at key points around the city but this time of year the Salvation Army is looking for more than just your spare change. And today a controversial private medical facility came through in a big way. News Five’s Janelle Chanona has more. Janelle Chanona, Reporting This morning […]
Written on December 11, 2007 | Posted in
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And while the latest word out of Belmopan is that the buyout of Universal Health Services is “seventy-five percent” complete, this morning Lecky revealed that the hospital’s employees are also hoping the deal will bring stability to the workplace. Rhonda Lecky, Marketing Manager, U.H.S. “I do know, that from what I’ve heard, that there are […]
Written on December 11, 2007 | Posted in
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Each year around this time the Belize Tourism Board teams up with the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association to make Christmas a little merrier for some of the city’s children. According to the B.T.B.’s Keesha Young, this year’s party, complete with gifts, was well attended. Keesha Young, Product Development Officer, B.T.B. “Usually we cater to about […]
Written on December 11, 2007 | Posted in
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A vacancy exists for a reporter to join the staff of one of the region’s most highly honoured television news organisations. Applicants should possess the following qualifications: – Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (Broadcasting experience is an asset) – Strong writing skills – Strong command of the English language – A commitment to excellence – Willingness […]
Written on December 11, 2007 | Posted in
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To commemorate twenty-six years of service, this morning, the Belize Social Security Board officially unveiled its new logo to the public. According to Chief Executive Officer Dr. Louis Zabaneh, the change is emblematic of an organisational overhaul currently underway. Dr. Louis Zabaneh, C.E.O., Social Security Board “First of all we want to ensure that the […]
Written on December 10, 2007 | Posted in
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A fourth form student of Orange Walk Technical High who happens to be the daughter of a Woman Police Constable is the 2007 recipient of a ten thousand-dollar scholarship courtesy of Motorola and the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police. Eighteen year old Denise Logan, daughter of P.C. Leticia Lambey, was chosen from among a […]
Written on December 10, 2007 | Posted in
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A vacancy exists for a reporter to join the staff of one of the region’s most highly honoured television news organisations. Applicants should possess the following qualifications: – Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (Broadcasting experience is an asset) – Strong writing skills – Strong command of the English language – A commitment to excellence – Willingness […]
Written on December 10, 2007 | Posted in
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It was a landmark decision in October but tonight the Mayans of southern Belize are alleging that Belmopan is deliberately ignoring their court sanctioned right to communal title of the areas surrounding their villages. According to a letter written to Minister of Natural Resources Florencio Marin and signed by officials of the Santa Cruz Village […]
Written on December 7, 2007 | Posted in
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