Municipal leaders are often seen as part of the elite political establishment, high-profile figures who wield influence at the local level. But behind that perception is a growing debate about what happens when their time in office ends. Unlike many public officers, mayors across Belize
With Labour Day just days away, unions were gearing up to celebrate what many called a hard won victory for Belizean workers. The Senate was set to approve the long awaited Occupational Safety and Health Act, a bill unions have pushed for over years, some
With his time at City Hall winding down, Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner is beginning to signal what the future of city leadership could look like. While the final decision rests with the PUP executive and, ultimately, voters, Wagner is making it clear who he
The Court of Appeal has dealt a blow to businessman Michael Feinstein in his ongoing legal fight over the Stake Bank Extension. In a decision delivered last week, the court rejected Feinstein’s request to introduce new evidence and denied his bid for further document disclosure,
A fast-moving fire tore through San Pedro Columbia in the Toledo District, destroying thirteen thatch houses and leaving around ten families without a home. The blaze started in a kitchen belonging to one of the local churches before strong winds carried the flames from structure
Tourism is booming worldwide, breaking records and pouring trillions into the global economy, but this week in Belize, the conversation is taking a thoughtful turn. With international arrivals hitting unprecedented highs, tourism leaders from across the region and beyond have gathered here to confront a
On Monday night, we told you about a frightening crocodile attack on Caye Caulker that sent an American woman to the hospital with serious arm injuries. The incident is now drawing sharp reactions from the public. Tonight, the Executive Director of the Crocodile Research Coalition,
A cross-border cleanup effort on the Mopan River is sending a message that environmental responsibility knows no boundaries. The mayor of Benque Viejo del Carmen teamed up with representatives from the neighboring Guatemalan municipality of Melchor de Mencos this week, pulling together nearly forty volunteers,
A fast-moving fire has destroyed approximately 13 structures in the village of San Pedro Columbia, leaving several families affected and prompting calls for urgent assistance. Chairman Abner Cal told News 5 that the blaze spread rapidly due to strong winds and the presence of thatched buildings
Opening Doors for Belize’s Future Leaders This morning on Open Your Eyes, hosts Sabreena Daly and Paul Lopez highlighted the growing impact of the Digi High School and Sixth Form Scholarship Programs, aimed at supporting students across Belize in achieving their academic goals. The discussion focused
