With most murders that take place in Belize–at least those not connected to a robbery–there is usually a connection between the killer and the victim. But the homicide that occurred Monday evening in the Cayo District appears to be an exception … and a popular U.S. born educator will never again appear in a classroom. […]
A man has died following the capsizing of an oil rig near the Port of Big Creek. Thirty year old Allen Bonnell of Independence was one of nine men aboard the jack-up rig which was in the process of being towed into the port Monday night. Details are still sketchy, but it appears that about […]
Tonight co-chair of the Commission of Inquiry investigating the Development Finance Corporation, Merlene Bailey-Martinez, finds herself in unchartered waters. Following the submission of an independent report by co-chair Herbert Lord to Prime Minister Said Musa, Bailey-Martinez has been trying to figure out her next move. Via telephone this afternoon, she was still hopeful that the […]
New rules for boaters are bound to make major waves in Belizean waters. This week the Belize Port Authority embarked on an intensive public information campaign to highlight the tighter regulations. According to Port Authority officials, amendments to the Harbour and Merchant Shipping Act will provide for improved maritime safety, but veteran mariners may find […]
If you’ve ever lived in a wooden house–or even a concrete house with wooden components–you know that the battle against termites is never ending. In the case of our studios here at Channel 5 where some of the wood dates back to the mid eighteen hundreds, that fight has been going on for over a […]
The quest for the ten thousand dollar first prize in Channel Five’s Ultimate K.T.V. continues tonight as we meet fourteen more hopefuls from around the country as they audition for a chance to face off against returning champions. Here’s a preview. Kendra Griffith “Julianie, how are you feeling today?” Julianie Ferguson, Corozal Town “Anxious, nervous, […]
