From time to time we have reported on alarming land transactions at the Ministry of Natural Resources. The allegations have centered on what is considered ministerial abuse in the sale of huge acreages of prime land to family members or highly connected party supporters at rock bottom prices. Recently, we reported on a long list […]
Well this morning, the P.U.P. called a press conference on the statement made by the prime minister. The main star was village council chairman Orlando Balam who was brought in from the north to clear up the mess of land purportedly issued in San Jose Nuevo Palmar, to Florencio Marin Jr. Balam exonerated the Corozal […]
But who’s telling the truth? Marin Junior, who has been at the center of the controversy, called into question the prime minister’s integrity following remarks made during the special sitting in which P.M. Barrow accused him of land grabbing. According to Marin, he declared all of his assets before the Integrity Commission when he was […]
Also taking the podium at Independence Hall, was Opposition Leader Francis Fonseca, who condemned the blatant nepotism which he alleges is taking place at the Ministry of Natural Resources. Fonseca charged that the entire Lands Department is littered with family and friends of Deputy Prime Minister Gaspar Vega who have been appointed to key positions […]
A huge drop of thirty dollar in butane prices took effect on July twentieth; that was good news for cooks, but tonight there’s bad news at the pumps for drivers. And the next time you head to the gas station you will feel the punch in your pockets. At midnight on Tuesday, an increase in […]
A high ranking Belize Defense Force soldier was detained on Tuesday in Punta Gorda. The arrest went under the radar because the attention was focused on two other law enforcement officers—PCs Modesto Cucul and Federico Tush who were being arraigned in Court for murder. The B.D.F. Captain Ian Cuno of a regular battalion; was wanted […]
The pillaging of our protected national parks by Guatemalan nationals was brought to the forefront recently because of the magnitude of the damage caused by the border incursions. On July twenty-third, the Ya’axche Conservation Trust attempted to carry out a five day patrol inside the Columbia River Forest Reserve and Bladen Nature Reserve, in southern […]
In a related story, it has now been confirmed that about three hundred Guatemalans have been illegally panning for gold which they sell way below market value. The Friends for Conservation and Development, which co-manages the Chiquibul National Park, says that while they are doing their part, particularly with the joint forces unit, they believe […]
From gold to Superbond; a coupon payment of forty-six million dollars is due on the twentieth of August and the eyes of credit agencies are on Belize to see if it will be met. Bloomberg BusinessWeek today described Belize’s notes as the worst performers in emerging markets this month since the dollar bonds fell by […]
A nineteen year old bus conductor has been remanded to prison for allegedly having sex with a thirteen year old girl. Vista Del Mar resident, Giovanni Ramos, appeared before Senior Magistrate Sharon Frazer this morning and was charged with Carnal Knowledge for an incident that reportedly occurred on July third. No plea was taken and […]
Earlier this week, a group of fire fighters were undertaking table top training to move up the ladder in fire fighting. Well today, they went out to the Western Highway to put theory to work and to test their tactical skills in case of a fire. The media was invited but alas the exercise had […]
The Bliss Centre was teeming with talent on Tuesday night as this station’s latest entertainment show entered its second week of competition. Contestants in Group B performed in each category of dance, vocal, instrumental, and drama. They impressed the live audience when they brought their A game to the stage. Those who did not make […]
The Rotary Club of Belize is well known for its involvement in numerous projects that assist children and needy families; particular the Gift of Life Program. But as a charity organization, their initiatives depend heavily on fundraising efforts. One of the main events is the Rotary’s annual play, and the curtains open on Thursday night […]
Music, Latin beauties and fashion will be everywhere inside the grounds that host the annual Costa Maya Festival. So if you head out to La Isla Bonita on Thursday, the premiere night will showcase a beauty pageant among competing queens from the region. The entire weekend will be saturated with diverse cultural activities from all […]
Still looking for something to do for the summer? You can head on out to the Yarborough field for the next four weeks. The Belize City Council has officially launched its own annual summer camp for students. The councilor with responsibility for sports, says that this year’s camp will be a bit different, however, it […]
