Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Fire Drill Conducted at Sunbreeze Hotel

To enhance fire emergency preparedness in the hospitality sector, a fire drill was held at the Sunbreeze Hotel on Coconut Drive, near downtown San Pedro. The exercise occurred on Thursday, May 29th, shortly after 4PM. The simulation was conducted in collaboration with the San Pedro Fire Service, the Traffic Department, the San Pedro Police Formation, Island Emergency Services (IES), and the Belize Tourism Board (BTB) representatives.
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Vacancy: Position available for a couple to caretake and manage a 4-unit vacation rental in Secret Beach. Must be handy, clean and able to cook. WhatsApp/US cell phone ‪+1 562-307-4336
Vacancy: Tropic Air is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Director of Maintenance at Tropic’s Maintenance Department. Interested candidates living at a different location must be willing to relocate. A complete application package should be sent to [email protected] no later than Wednesday June 4th , 2025.

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National Assembly Concludes Three-Day Debate on 2025–2026 Budget

The National Assembly of Belize concluded its three-day debate on the 2025–2026 national budget on Wednesday, May 28, following sessions at the George Price Center in Belmopan. The discussion centered on the country’s economic progress, fiscal plans, and political differences shaping the government's development strategy for the fiscal year. The debate began on Monday, May 26, with several of the House of Representatives addressing national priorities, including economic recovery, infrastructure development, healthcare, education, and public service delivery.
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San Pedro Artisans continue reporting successful Market Days at Central Park; concern remains over relocation of Artisan Market

San Pedro’s Central Park artisan market days have become a vibrant showcase of Belizean creativity and a valuable boost to both local artisans and the island’s tourism economy. The most recent market day, a two-day event held this month on May 22nd and 23rd, once again transformed the park into a bustling hub of activity, where handcrafted jewelry, textiles, wood carvings, and unique souvenirs were displayed, drawing both locals and visitors.
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Postmortem rules Selvin Sealy’s death as homicide, family demands answers

On Saturday, May 17th, Selvin Sealy Jr., 32, was laid to rest in San Pedro Town. The island resident died in police custody after he was apprehended for tresing on private property south of San Pedro earlier in the week. While family are questioning the circumstances surrounding his death, police on the island say the matter is under investigation, and a file has been submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for further advice.
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American who hijacked plane in Belize was trying to reach Texas

On Thursday, April 17th, the country was shocked when a Cessna 208EX Grand Caravan carrying 14 engers, including a child, belonging to Tropic Air, was hijacked by a man wielding a knife. The hijacker, Akinyela Taylor, a 49-year-old U.S. citizen, demanded that the pilot take the plane out of the country, specifically to Texas, USA. His demands were not met, and during the ordeal, three individuals were injured. Taylor was ultimately shot and killed by one of the engers upon landing at the Philip Goldson International Airport.
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San Pedro man detained for alleged bigamy

On Wednesday, February 5th, San Pedro Police formally arrested and charged 61-year-old Edermillo Javier Azebedo, also known as Edermillo Javier Garcia, with the crime of Bigamy. This arrest followed a complaint from his first wife, who alleges that he secretly married another woman while still legally married to her.

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Graduation Season 2025 Kicks Off with The Island Academy Ceremony

Graduation season 2025 is now in full swing, and schools across the island and the country are preparing to celebrate their students' academic milestones. On May 30, 2023, The Island Academy marked a special occasion with its 2025 graduation ceremony, held at its campus in Mahogany Bay Village. Students, faculty, families, and friends gathered to honor the achievements of this year’s graduating class of 13 students: Robert Gabourel, Sianna Manuel, Clarisse Polack, Dylan Guerrero, John Fuson, Alyssa Gabourel, Jad Obied, Sophia Castaneda, Eliza Card, Christopher Paz, Ava Guerrero, Hourieh Harmouche, and Zander Rodas.
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Government Internship Program Targets Belizean Youth

The Government of Belize has officially endorsed the 2025 Summer Internship Program, which provides students with valuable short-term employment and hands-on experience in public service. The initiative is coordinated by the Ministry of the Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform, and Disaster Risk Management. It is open to Belizean students aged 16 and older, from third form to junior college, as well as recent graduates within the past year. The program will run for one to three months, part-time or full-time, and includes a stipend for participants who apply before the deadline.
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Team Re/Max and San Pedro Lil Sharks to compete CO-ED Softball Tournament Finals

After weeks of intense matchups at the Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Arena, the Co-Ed Softball Tournament is set to culminate in a thrilling finale on June 8th. The championship game will feature Re/Max and San Pedro Lil Sharks, while the third-place match will see Team Marlins face off against Crushers.
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Youth League Crowns Three Football Champions

The San Pedro Town Council Sports Department presented trophies to three champions in its Youth League Tournament, which featured teams in the U15, U17, and female divisions. The finals occurred on Saturday, May 31st, at the Ambergris Stadium. Participating teams included Barca, Man City, PSG, Real Madrid, Knock Outs, and Brave Ballers.
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San Pedro Celebrates Moms in Style: Bretha Graniel awarded Mother of the Year

On Saturday, May 10th, the San Pedro Town Council organized a spectacular Mother’s Day Extravaganza at the Honorable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex (Saca Chispas Field). The event transformed the venue into a lively hub filled with love, laughter, and entertainment, running from 6PM until 3 AM. The community came together to celebrate and honor the amazing mothers. A highlight of the evening was the award for Mother of the Year, which was presented to Bertha Graniel.
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The San Pedro Marching Bands entertains island community during appreciation show

On Saturday, April 26th, the San Pedro Town Council hosted the highly anticipated Marching Bands Appreciation Show at Ambergris Stadium. This event was organized to honor the contributions of the marching bands from San Pedro Roman Catholic School (SPRCS) and San Pedro High School (SPHS) to the community spirit. It attracted large crowds of residents and visitors alike, who paid a small ission fee of $3, which was donated to the bands.

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