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On Tuesday, Orange Walk Central caretaker Denny Grijalva, himself a religious leader, presented a little over six thousand signatures on behalf of the United Democratic Party. It was part of a concerted effort undertaken by the churches to trigger a referendum on cannabis legalization. Grijalva joined the Belize Council of Churches, as well as the […]
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Situated within the conservation zone of the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve, South Silk Caye is rapidly deteriorating due to erosion. Last night, we told you about one community’s efforts to reclaim the island. Now, the organizers of the reclamation exercise are being accused of running afoul of the law by not acquiring […]
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The Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation in a late afternoon release confirmed that the organizers of the South Silk Caye reclamation exercise did not have the proper license or authorization to carry out their activity. The ministry says it was made aware of the planned reclamation activities on South Silk Caye. Notwithstanding efforts […]
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Hundreds of inmates had an opportunity today to seek expert advice on medical conditions that they may be suffering from behind prison walls. It’s the resumption of a health fair for prisoners to find out more about health services that are available to them, notwithstanding the fact that they are serving time for crimes committed. […]
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As sporting events are resuming, the National Sports Council, in collaboration with the Belize Basketball Federation, held a press conference today to share information on the National Basketball Competition slated for later this month. The competition will feature six categories across the district: under-fifteen male and female, under-eighteen male and female and the open category, […]
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So how can you register? Sports Coordinator Kaya Cattouse breaks down the tournament. Kaya Cattouse, Sports Coordinator, National Sports Council “We have national sports council officers across the country in ten different municipalities. Our sports coordinators at these offices are ready to assist in registration; registration is free of cost. You can also go […]
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BELTRAIDE launched its fifth National Competitive Month, under the theme “unlocking competiveness through innovation and transformation”. The launch was held at the Biltmore where micro, small and medium enterprises shared experiences on innovation and transformation, especially during the peak of COVID. BELTRAIDE hopes to encourage competiveness and innovation through the month of May through engagements […]
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Doctor Almendarez also spoke about BELTRAIDE’s efforts to gather data on the number of informal businesses in Belize. While they estimate that informal business accounts for some forty percent of the market, this still needs to be verified. Doctor Almendarez is encouraging informal businesses to register their companies, not only for tax purposes, but also […]
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A video of a group of students from Canaan High school fighting after school went viral on social media on Tuesday. The video shows a group of young girls in their school uniform physically assaulting each other. Several of the young men who were standing nearby attempted to diffuse the brawl which lasted for a […]
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In what is considered a historic move by the religious community, the Council of Churches and the National Evangelical Association of Belize today delivered twenty thousand, one hundred and eight signatures to Governor General Froyla Tzalam in an attempt to trigger a referendum on the legalization of marijuana. Following the exercise, the Government of Belize […]
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Denny Grijalva is the U.D.P. Caretaker for Orange Walk Central, and he is also a pastor, a role only a few know him for. Today, he was among the group of church leaders who delivered the signed petitions to the Governor General. He was acting not only as a representative of the church, but also […]
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This weekend in Belize City, hundreds of residents descended on Digi Park for the resumption of Park Fest, an annual festivity showcasing Belizean musicians. By all accounts, the event was well attended and the after party that followed at the Princess Poolside was equally crowded. But, somehow, amid the loud music and dance, a young […]
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Less than twenty-four hours later, gunshots would erupt in the Lake Independence area. Investigators are yet to determine, however, if the murder of Erwin Pitter was in any way related to the execution of Tariq Ciego several hours earlier. His siblings describe him as quiet and soft-spoken, someone who enjoyed partying and beating drums. It’s […]
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The family of missing twenty-year-old Belize City resident Emir Cansino Jr. is frantically searching for him. This afternoon, a search party went out along the John Smith Road, following information that his lifeless body may have been dumped in that area. There are no official reports suggesting that Emir Cansino Jr. was the victim of […]
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ASP Fitzroy Yearwood also officially commented on the murder of security guard David Gonzalez, who was killed while on duty in front of Super Q Mart on the Bullet Tree Road in San Ignacio, Cayo last Thursday. The murder was caught on surveillance camera as a gunman, whom Gonzalez seemingly knew, approached and killed the […]
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There is yet another video that is making its rounds on social media, which shows the assault of a civilian by a police officer. It happened over the weekend on Saint Thomas Street. In the video, the officer advances towards the individual recording him using expletives and preventing him from recording an incident involving his […]
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A number of road traffic accidents occurred over the extended weekend. Unfortunately, an accident on the Burrell Boom Road, near Butter Cup Estate, claimed the life of a man. Sergio Eck was the driver of a Nissan Altima, traveling along with him was three other persons: Roshane, Kia and Karrie Flowers – all residents of […]
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Notwithstanding the accident that claimed the life of Sergio Eck this weekend, Assistant Superintendent Fitzroy Yearwood, Communications Director for the Belize Police Department, believes that the work of the police and the Traffic Department, as well as drivers, has been paying off in reducing traffic fatalities. Multiple RTAs over extended weekends have become commonplace, and […]
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Residents of Placencia Village are reclaiming Silk Caye. The island has been quickly deteriorating and what is left today is only a small portion of its former self. Silk Caye is at risk of disappearing and with that the economic benefits it offers to tour guides from Placencia. Over the weekend, a team of villagers, […]
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This weekend’s Silk Caye reclamation project off the coast of Placencia was not without controversy. Coast Guard officers sought to stop the works on the island, reportedly following instructions from the Fisheries Department. But, residents stood up and refused to stop working. Eventually, they were permitted to continue their work. Justin Linarez explained. Justin […]
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The Public Service Union has come out against the actions taken by the Briceño administration in placing a public officer on administrative leave, following an incident last weekend during which Prime Minister John Briceño requested that the officer facilitate the importation of plants into the country. The incident has caused public outrage which has only […]
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According to Industry Relations Officer, Calbert Barber, there were multiple missteps on the part of the prime minister and the resulting action that was taken to place the public officer on administrative leave. Calbert Barber, Industry Relations Officer, P.S.U. “There were so many things that they did wrong. The words of the prime minister […]
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She was one of the many winners from this station’s Gimme Five Show last year, but tonight, Janice Flores, a single mother from Mahogany Heights Village is in fear of losing her life after her brother, who has a mental health condition, has twice tried to burn down her house with her inside. An emotional […]
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Safe navigation at sea is among one of the responsibilities of the Belize Port Authority. Today, the B.P.A. was the recipient of a donation of four buoys from the Belize Island Holdings of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Limited to assist with just that. The buoys will be deployed in vulnerable areas near the barrier reef; […]
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Hundreds of Belizeans turned out across the country and simultaneously participated in a walk to conclude Autism Month 2022. In Belize City, the biggest group yet came out; signaling that awareness about autism is alive. News Five’s Duane Moody reports. Duane Moody, Reporting Government officials, families, friends, persons living with autism and even students […]
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