All of Belize was abuzz today at the news a well known top cop had been found dead in San Pedro. News Five’s Duane Moody was sent to the scene early today and Andrea Polanco attended the briefing at Headquarters in Belmopan as police take on the duty of investigating the death of one of […]
It has become a common scene: union members in their tee shirts protesting in Belmopan when there is a House Meeting. But things got a little tense this morning as people had to be removed from directly in front of the National Assembly by law enforcement. News Five’s Andrea Polanco was there. Andrea Polanco, […]
As you saw in our story on the teachers protest this morning, police removed them from in front of the National Assembly where they went beyond the barriers. The issues were that the teachers were not social distancing and they were blaring bullhorns and didn’t stay beyond the barriers, but also they didn’t have a […]
While teachers were outside demonstrating on Independence Hill, Prime Minister Briceño introduced a motion that, when passed, will see the reduction of their monthly salaries by ten percent. It will also have a similar effect on the salaries of public officers, including those that come under the Security Services Commission, as well as the Judicial […]
Things got heated in the House this afternoon when Opposition Leader Patrick Faber defiantly made his point about a debate on a motion being closed before other parliamentarians had a chance to participate. It happened when Stann Creek West Area Representative Rodwell Ferguson stood up to close a debate even after members on government’s side […]
As previously reported, Belize was unable to meet its “superbond” payment last Thursday, resulting in a default on its commitment to bondholders. During today’s house meeting, Prime Minister John Briceño provided an update on the situation and also reiterated that Belize will not be subscribing to an IMF standby program, notwithstanding its economic constraints. […]
Governor General Froyla Tzalam was installed as the titular head of state on Thursday, but she will not be taking up residence at the Belize House any time soon. That’s because the property in Belmopan is dilapidated and is in dire need of structural repair. Earlier this week, word of the GG’s new abode began […]
Cruise tourism remains on hold, despite several dates for the resumption of weekly voyages to Belize previously being announced. The latest update on when Belize can expect visitors to disembark on its shores came this morning from Minister of Tourism Anthony Mahler. Anthony Mahler, Minister of Tourism & Diaspora Relations “Another important sector is […]
The reopening of land borders for tourist arrivals has raised concerns about the continued spread of the coronavirus in Belize, notwithstanding government’s push to reduce the number of infections. Earlier this week, Cabinet announced that the borders with Guatemala and Mexico will be reopened on May thirty-first. In the wake of that announcement, Doctor Mark […]
Belizeans are very proud of our country’s wildlife protection efforts. But what many people may not know is there are people illegally selling our wildlife and taking them across the border to Guatemala. It’s a lucrative trade with a single scarlet macaw fetching up to four thousand dollars. The trafficking is having an impact on […]
The issue of fines for those caught illegally trafficking wildlife is also of concern. Manzanero says the Wildlife Protection Act of Belize is being revamped to increase these. He hopes this will act as a deterrent. Rafael Manzanero, Executive Director, F.C.D. “The Wildlife Protection Act of Belize is being revamped for quite some time […]
The monthly meeting of the Mayors Association was held today at Mahogany Bay in San Pedro Town. During this session, the municipal leaders signed off on a sister city document with the intent to share best practices with tax and licensing reform, urban expansion and development among others. News Five spoke today with Mayors Sharon […]
This week, bomb threats were called in to two government offices, forcing the workers out into the streets and delaying the provision of services to members of the public for several hours. Well today, police say they have linked a phone number to one of those threats. But the Commissioner says at this point they […]
Police have recovered three kilos of cocaine they believe originated from a narco-plane that crashed landed off the coast of Placencia. As was reported, since the crash police has been able to locate the wings and tail of the plane at sea. The body, which police suspects may still contain the drugs and the pilots, […]
Kim Martinez, a resident of Corozal Town, has been missing for the past six weeks. ComPol Williams says police have viewed a disturbing video taken just days before she disappeared and detained her common law husband for questioning, but he was released. Chester Williams, Commissioner of Police “I know the report has been made […]
As you heard earlier in our newscast, the unions have prepared their response to G.O.B.’s proposal. The document outlines the unions’ position on the good governance and other measures put forth on May twelfth and has harsh words for the Prime Minister. The three-page document criticizes the P.M.’s decision to end the “consultations” abruptly without […]
Unicomer Belize is opening a Courts Optical Branch in Orange Walk Town. The grand opening will be held on Monday. Managing Director at Unicomer, Javier Ponce spoke to News Five about the special deals Belizeans can expect at this grand opening. Javier Ponce, Managing Director, UNICOMER “We are really excited to be going through […]
