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Torrential rains across the city earlier today left many streets under water. Pedestrians, cyclists and motorists had to make their way through flooded streets after roughly two inches of rainfall this morning. But what has CitCo been doing since the beginning of the rainy season to prepare the Old Capital for inclement weather? Bernard […]
Written on August 10, 2022 | Posted in
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Today was observed as Pride Day among those in the gay and lesbian community. It is a day when lesbian, gay, bisexual, transvestite and queer persons celebrate their sexuality across the world. We took the opportunity to ask the Executive Director of the United UNIBAM Advocacy Movement, UNIBAM, how the society has matured towards the […]
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Orozco says that interestingly, in recent years, while the public attacks against gays and lesbians from adults have waned, now it is children who have started to show aggression towards them. Caleb Orozco, Executive Director, UNIBAM “When I started this work there was hostility, threats on my person, acts of violence and now it […]
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He was charged a week ago, along with three Belizeans, for the July thirty-first double murder during the mass shooting in Hopkins Village. But there is little that is known about John Roy Smith, the forty-three-year-old retired Canadian soldier who was apprehended inside his pickup truck that police say was one of two vehicles fleeing […]
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The Belize City Council is hosting a night of culture on Saturday at the Belize City Civic Center. The event promises a culinary and musical experience that showcases food and music from various ethnic groups across the country. Mayor Bernard Wagner tells us more. Bernard Wagner, Belize City Mayor “As a city, as a […]
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This afternoon at the House of Culture in Belize City, the Belize City Council concluded its Youth Innovation Incubator Summer Program, an initiative that saw participants from various communities coming together to beautify the Old Capital, and engage in other activities, including sports and financial literacy. Here’s more from Mayor Bernard Wagner. Bernard Wagner, […]
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There was also a hit and run accident in Corozal over the weekend and police are investigating the incident to determine who is the motorist that injured an unnamed man. On Monday, A.S.P. Alfonso Aban of the Crimes Investigation Branch shared limited information with the media. Alfonso Aban, O.C., Crimes Investigation Branch “On Saturday, […]
Written on August 9, 2022 | Posted in
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Over the past two weeks, the National Forensics Science Service engaged over three hundred youths from across the country with lessons on crime scenes investigation, during their first annual National Forensics Youth Camp. The Ariel Rosado Foundation pitched the idea for the camp to the Director of the Forensics Department, Gian Cho. The foundation then […]
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Musa said that vaccination has proven to still be the most effective weapon against COVID-19, even if the Omicron sub-variants bring mild symptoms. Hence, she advises those who are still unvaccinated to take their shots to lessen the symptoms of the illness. Dr. Melissa Musa, Dir., Public Health & Wellness, Min. of Health & […]
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The Ministry of Health and Wellness is in the process of promoting what is known as workplace wellness within the public and private sectors. The effort focuses on encouraging everyone within the workplace to engage in positive, healthy activities that promote better health. Today, the ministry spearheaded a session with senior public officers within the […]
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And because a big part of health and wellness has to do with one’s diet, the food that one eats no doubt is one of the focus areas of the session. But as the ministry’s nutritionist, Robyn Daly shared, food and nutrition is just one of the aspects of good health. She shared that mental […]
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A welcome center is coming to the village of Seine Bight. Area representative Rodwell Ferguson was joined by Minister of Tourism Anthony Mahler for the official unveiling of the planned structure which is designed to provide a free-flowing space where local and foreign visitors can immerse in the culture of the vibrant community. Among the […]
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It’s week five of your weekly dose of KTV the Remix and tonight, the semi-finals begin inside the Bliss Center for the Performing Arts. You are in for a treat because each week, one competitor will be going home, but that will be determined by the voters and the judges. Social Media host, Duane Moody […]
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It was another deadly weekend and this time, a mother and businesswoman was the target of a robbery and cold-blooded murder. The incident happened at Cocktail Bar and Lounge in Ladyville, at the corner of Perez Road and Woodpecker Street where Vanessa Acevedo lived and operated a bar. And while police have already made an […]
Written on August 8, 2022 | Posted in
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A resident of Orange Walk District lost his life over the weekend when he was reportedly knocked down by a motorist along the stretch of road near San Jose Village. We say reportedly because police are investigating another angle to this tragic incident. Israel Chable was unresponsive when he was discovered on Saturday morning. By […]
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According to Chable’s younger sibling, the family is working closely with the police to determine what caused the accident or whether her brother was in fact the victim of something sinister. On the phone: Urbelina Escarraga, Sister of Deceased “So far we haven’t gotten to a conclusion because depending on the autopsy the police […]
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Tonight, Troy Banner is once again making headlines for allegedly committing an unthinkable act upon his fifteen-day-old son. The newborn was transferred from the Western Regional Hospital to the K.H.M.H. over the weekend after receiving medical attention for injuries he received, allegedly by his father. Police have since arrested and charged the thirty-one-year-old man for […]
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There was a stabbing incident in Orange Walk on Sunday when an individual who was allegedly being attacked by a trio of robbers defended himself with a knife. The altercation happened on Baker’s Street and when it was over, one person was observed with injuries that were inflicted on him during the scuffle. A.S.P. […]
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Prime Minister John Briceño departed the country on personal leave today. In his absence, Francis Fonseca, Minister of Education, Culture, Science and Technology, will act as Prime Minister. News Five understands that Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde is also out of the country. Prime Minister John Briceño is expected to return to the country on […]
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Because surveillance footage has proven to land convictions, the government is placing greater investment in technological equipment. On Friday, Prime Minister John Briceño informed what the government is doing to help the police solve these major crimes. (File, August 5, 2022) Prime Minister John Briceño “We are using more technology within the Police Department. […]
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While police continue to gather their evidence in the murder of Vanessa Acevedo, a number of persons have criticized the low conviction rate for murders in Belize. A lot of the acquittals that occur are because there is a lack of eyewitnesses who are willing to testify against accused triggermen, leaving the case against these […]
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Since 2012, all public hospitals across the country have been certified as “Baby Friendly” hospitals where mothers can breastfeed comfortably without discrimination. But, this is not always the case in the workplace outside of the hospitals where the Ministry of Health and Wellness is encouraging more employers to protect breastfeeding. According to Jihane Habet, a […]
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With the help of sponsors from the U.S. and here in Belize, the Santa Elena Jaguars Scouts 27 provided footwear and grocery items to over three hundred families in Blue Creek Village, Toledo District over the weekend. The community is located twenty-four miles outside of Punta Gorda Town. Not only were members of the Santa […]
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Pageant week has officially opened as the Miss Universe Belize committee searches for the next beauty ambassador to represent the country on the international stage of pageantry. Six delegates from across the country are vying for the coveted title and will compete inside the Bliss auditorium this Saturday, August thirteenth. And today, News Five’s Duane […]
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Going into pageant week, the delegates will be engaged in a number of activities, including an official photo shoot in San Pedro on Tuesday. Earlier today, they also visited Liberty Children’s Home and there will be other events on their schedules. Miss Universe Belize 2018 Jenelli Fraser, spoke to the media about that and where […]
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