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We also heard from Caleb Orosco, the Executive Director of the United Belize Advocacy Movement (UNIBAM). Orosco has been in communication with Castillo since the incident occurred. And, according to Orosco, the behavior displayed by the alleged perpetrators is a reflection of how the state, “gives these kind of people permission to sustain violence on […]
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Forty-two-year-old Angel Dorado was arraigned earlier today on a battery of charges, including attempted burglary, damage to property and assaulting a police officer. But during his arraignment, the resident of Eight Miles told the court that he is the victim of police brutality and showed the senior magistrate his badly injured face and a bruised […]
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Today, at the Belize Coast Guard Headquarters, the leadership of the naval unit along with its political leader hosted its annual Christmas luncheon. Aside from being served by their superiors, the opportunity was used to award those seamen and women who have done exceptionally well over the year; the coveted Commandant Awardee was also announced. […]
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The Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard, Rear Admiral Elton Bennett also spoke to the media about the successful year that the naval military unit has had. He spoke about the disaster relief efforts after Hurricane Lisa, as well as search and rescue operations. According to Commandant Bennett, the coast guard managed to save thirty-four […]
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While with the Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard, we asked about enforcement at sea in terms of our maritime laws and the illicit activities therein. Commandant Elton Bennett spoke to the media about their integral role in not only intercepting, but also a preventative strategy for drug planes. Elton Bennett, Commandant, Belize Coast […]
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The forward operating base at Sarstoon was compromised earlier this year by erosion and so patrols along the southernmost part of the country are being deployed from a temporary outpost set up in Barranco Village. Now the F.O.B. was set up back in 2015 to deter illegal activities in the area. So today, we asked […]
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And the forward operating base at Sarstoon is expected to be up and running within the next two months. Minister of Defence, Florencio Marin Junior says that approval was obtained at the last sitting of the House of Representatives and construction should commence shortly to rehabilitate the structure. Florencio Marin Jr., Minister of National […]
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Christmas is here and there are those traditional things that we have come to enjoy in our respective households. Whether it is being with the entire family under one roof or travelling. But wherever you go there are those long-established traditions that make this festive season one to enjoy. For many when you think about […]
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Chief Justice Louise Esther Blenman called two attorneys to the bar earlier today. One of those women is the owner of Gwen’s Kitchen, a popular restaurant right here on Coney Drive. But the story of Tiffany Cadle, as someone who overcame hardship to realize her dream of one day becoming a lawyer, is an inspirational […]
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Senior Counsel Godfrey Smith, as many would know, is not only an accomplished lawyer, the former politician is also a published author. Tonight, he is launching his latest book, a publication he titled, Diary of a Recovering Politician. As you may also know, Smith served as an area representative and minister of government under the […]
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On Friday, Build Belize Inc, a diaspora initiative operating out of the United States, presented the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology with seventy-nine laptops and Chromebooks. These items were handed over to Chief Executive Officer Dian Maheia for distribution to students across the country. This donation, presented by Vice Chair Raymond Gongora and […]
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There are over two hundred persons employed in the enforcement, traffic and terminal team at the Department of Transport. And for the first time under the leadership of Chief Transport Officer Diane Vasquez, a Christmas Family Program is taking place. Vasquez has been going across the country surprising these public officers with a grocery bag […]
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Senior Counsel Godfrey Smith is one three commissioners tasked with conducting an inquiry into the general elections of 2020 in Guyana. While the hearings are ongoing, we asked the seasoned jurist to share a bit about his experience in Guyana and dealing with this matter.
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Former area representative John Saldivar lives to fight another day, as the embattled U.D.P. politician secured his candidacy for Belmopan by the skin of his teeth. On February fifth, 2023, Saldivar’s name will be on the ballot, along with Retired Colonel George Lovell and businessman Emil Torres. The trio is competing for the post of […]
Written on December 19, 2022 | Posted in
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Party Leader Shyne Barrow, in the wake of the N.P.C. vote, issued a statement saying, “I categorically support the Special Committee decision to disallow the candidacy of John Saldivar in the best interest of the U.D.P. The N.P.C. today decided to allow the people in Belmopan to ultimately decide the fate of John Saldivar in […]
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Former Belmopan Mayor Khalid Belisle has bowed out of the political race for the Garden City. On Saturday, following the N.P.C.’s decision to allow John Saldivar to run as a candidate for standard bearer, Belisle tendered a letter explaining his reason for opting out of the forthcoming convention. While U.D.P. Chairman Peyrefitte spoke on the […]
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The redistricting exercise will finally take place in the months ahead, following a recent consent order issued by the Supreme Court. The drawing over of the boundaries for all thirty-one constituencies will see voters being moved accordingly to establish equity across all electoral districts. This means that some constituencies will be amalgamated and new ones […]
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An investigation continues into the death of an elderly woman on Sunday morning in Belize City. The eighty-three-year-old resident of Rasta Street was inside her concrete bungalow house when a fire broke out. She was trapped inside her room with no way to escape. Neighbours came out, and police also arrived on the scene and […]
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Two men were shot in Belize City this morning. Reports are that Robert McDonald and Jefferson Dawson were inside a yard on Black Orchid Street in the Saint Martin’s Area when they came under attack. Information gathered from the scene is that the gunman rode up to the property on a bicycle and fired in […]
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Last Thursday, we reported on a shooting in the Lake Independence area in which three persons were injured, Kingsley Morrison, Chris Welch and Ulide Allen. While we caught up with police as they processed the scene on Mahogany Street, just past the Complex Building, today, police confirmed that that it was only one of two […]
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There was an aggravated assault report coming out of Dangriga. It occurred in the wee small hours of Friday night at Island Breeze Restaurant. Reports are that Hopkins resident Eden Pauline Nunez was socializing with relatives at the establishment when a squabble ensued and she was stabbed to the lower back by another woman, who […]
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When will the 2022/2023 sugar crop begin? That is the question on the minds of many. Today, A.S.R./B.S.I. issued a statement to the media earlier today saying that the mill has informed farmers and industry stakeholders that they are ready to accept cane starting December nineteenth, 2022. But, as we have reported, the Sugar Industry […]
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The most underprivileged of Belizeans will have a better Christmas this year, thanks to Belizeans in the diaspora who collected an impressive shipment of food and other grocery items to share at this time of year. It took a joint effort by the office of Belize’s Ambassador to the Diaspora, Sandhya Budhrani-Murphy, and Build Belize […]
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The National Commission for Families and Children, N.C.F.C. has expressed shock and disappointment over a suspended sentence handed down last week in the Belize City Supreme Court. In a press release, the N.C.F.C. shared its respectful opinion that the three-year suspended sentence handed down to twenty-four-year-old Edwin Lanza was “unduly lenient”. The organization also shared […]
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Just in time for Christmas, Prime Minister John Briceño, Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde, and Cayo South Area Representative Julius Espat visited Valley of Peace Community bearing gifts. On Sunday, they all attended a short ceremony where fifty-four first-time land owners received their documents. It was a joyous and proud occasion for those recipients. The […]
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