‘Toys for Tots’ is an annual event organized by United Airlines where primary school students are treated to a Christmas dinners, toys and entertainment. The organization also partnered with T-shirt Factory to provide for one hundred underprivileged kids from across the city. Sales Representative Jarrett Requeña says that this year they were able to increase […]
It’s the Christmas season and there are parties galore across the city! Today, we joined the Salvation Army at their annual grand Christmas festivities at the Holy Redeemer Parish Hall. About seven hundred students gathered for a day of dance, gifts, food and entertainment organized by the Salvation Army and supported by the Belize City […]
When we think of mosquito borne illnesses in Belize, Malaria is probably not the first disease to come to mind. There is a reason why that is so. That’s what we find out in tonight’s Healthy Living. Marleni Cuellar, Reporting 2020 – that is the target for Belize and other countries in this region […]
The abrupt departure of Franz Parke from the Court of Appeal still leaves many scratching their heads. But there is damning and damaging allegations that suggests that that departure may have been inevitable. News Five tonight has obtained the disclosure letter written by Courtenay Coye LLP on behalf of claimant John Briceño to the Solicitor […]
One year after they began, the Senate Special Select Committee’s public hearings are now over. Auditor General Dorothy Bradley was the last to appear in Belmopan before the Committee this afternoon, as she was the first twelve months ago. We will have more from her testimony later on, but we lead tonight with a significant […]
The release of the immigration audit reports sparked a frenzy of criticism from the ruling party and others who accused the Auditor General and her team of failing to follow up with them as it relates to certain findings and conclusions in the report. At the hearing today, Bradley did not claim any vindication when […]
Business Community Senator Mark Lizarraga acted as pro-tem chair for today’s final meeting, which was delayed due to an administrative error that pushed the start time from this morning to this afternoon. Absent were the two Government representatives, regular chairman Aldo Salazar and Doctor Carla Barnett, and Opposition representative Eamon Courtenay, was substituted by Michel […]
Two most recent presidents of the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry – incumbent Nikita Usher and predecessor Kay Menzies – have been vocal that the G.O.B. must respect the rule of law and pay the ninety million dollars, which is growing in principal and interest on what was initially a loan of thirty-three and […]
Three residents from the Arizona area in Teakettle have been charged for illegal assembly at the Belmopan Police Station. Twenty-three-year-old Mervin Correa, twenty-two-year-old Guadalupe Guerra and fifty-five-year-old Plines Gutierrez were all charged in connection with a bonfire on Tuesday that blocked the entrance to the area. The burning tires was held as protest by residents […]
Auditor General Dorothy Bradley, though it was her second appearance, was the final witness to appear before the Senate Special Select Committee today. As some witnesses have done in their appearances before the Committee, Bradley began her testimony with a short statement to the Senate panel. She indicated in that statement that she had been […]
The Auditor General also addressed the question of whether Police and the Director of Public Prosecutions were informed of the Immigration Audit Report and the obligation to inform of any issues regarding improprieties reported. Aware that her office doesn’t often get responses with regard to their investigations, the Auditor General forwarded copies, but the obligation, […]
The traffic congestion from the Haulover Bridge to miles two and a half along the Phillip Goldson Highway is causing serious delays for motorists entering or leaving Belize City during the rush hour, particularly in the mornings. With roadwork underway to upgrade the stretch, commuters experience a delay of up to one hour coming into […]
Auditor General Dorothy Bradley met with the six members of the House of Representatives’ Public Accounts Committee nearly a month ago. The meeting did not get into details of the 2012-2013 Audit Report, which found various irregularities in the Ministries of Education and Works, the General Sales Tax Department and Belize Defence Force. Committee member […]
The Belize Progressive Party hosted a press conference this morning at its headquarters on Vernon Street to discuss a number of national issues, including its position on the much talked about UHS debt. In the bizarre press conference, the B.P.P. took square aim at the prime minister and his predecessor for putting taxpayers at risk […]
Mayor and Councilors from all over the country converged at the Radisson this morning where a one-day event took place on the two issues critical to governing: accountability and transparency. At the municipal level, corruption is not perceived to be as pervasive as in central government, but municipal bodies are expected to function above board. […]
The Florida Caribbean Cruise Association treated Belize City primary schoolers to a special Christmas cheer today. The F.C.C.A. hosts an annual Christmas party with music, food and gifts for deserving students from underprivileged homes as a way to give back to communities they work with. News Five’s Andrea Polanco has the highlights from today’s party. […]
A new luxury resort was launched today in San Pedro just in time for the tourism high season. A year later and over a hundred million dollars in investment, Mahogany Bay resort opened its doors to Hilton members visiting the island. At the launch today, it was announced that this latest CURIO brand resort is […]
In tonight newscast, we begin a two-part series by the National Resource Center Exclusive Education of the Ministry of Education. Titled “Can You Hear Me,” is brought by Kids who Care, in an effort to bring awareness to Disabilities Week. Two sisters affected by loss of hearing tell their stories about the challenges they face […]
Court of Appeal Justice Franz Parke abruptly stepped down from his seat on the bench on Monday, having tendered a letter of resignation to the Governor General that same morning. Parke’s departure preceded a lawsuit filed by the People’s United Party challenging his qualification for the post to which he was appointed by his former […]
The decision by Government to decriminalize possession of ten grams or less of marijuana, after nearly five years of waiting, enjoyed rare bipartisan support. This is because of the level of devastation police arrests and convictions have caused, especially on Belize City’s south side. Since the first of November, things have been calm, with police […]
In honor of Universal Children’s Day, UNICEF called on young minds to assume key roles in media, politics and other sectors. While the main activities were held in mid-November, everyday is a special day for children. Tonight, a second feature by Informed Teen Reporters looks at the celebration of Universal Children’s Day and what it […]
There are no medal victories to report yet, but Belize is holding its own on day-two of the 2017 Central American Games. In basketball, Belize looks for another win as they are presently taking on El Salvador, while in football; the under-twenty-one is to face off with hosts Nicaragua at the National Stadium in Managua, […]
Four youths from the Apprenticeship Program received the opportunity to start up their small businesses. The budding entrepreneurs recently completed a three-month training and received certificates on the essentials of business planning. The Apprenticeship Program teamed up with Amy Giuliano of Beauty in Belize Incorporated, a non-profit organization, that assisted in funding the business plans. […]
Scouts Belize needs your help to spread some cheer with the hostels in Belize. As a part of the Christmas campaign, the organization is asking for donations of teddy bears for their “Teddy of Hope” Drive. The Scouts will be participating in the annual Christmas parade and after, the teddy bears will be distributed to […]
News Five has been happy to tag along with nineteen-year-old Rowan Garel over the years on his many adventures. From climbing Victoria Peak to diving the Blue Hole to walking across Belize, absolutely nothing has stopped the visually impaired college student from achieving his dreams. And that is why he was named 2017’s Caribbean Ambassador […]
