Refereeing in Belize is facing a crisis. Growing abuse from fans and players has pushed many referees to the brink, with some stepping away for their own safety. Four national referees with international qualifications have announced that they are throwing in the whistle. The situation
Here’s a story that proves cooperation can cross borders. Today, Belizean and Guatemalan law enforcement teamed up to rescue a man who fell into a ravine along the western border. Amateur video shows officers from both countries, Belizean police and BDF alongside Guatemala’s national army,
Just in time for Christmas, a Cayo woman is celebrating a fortune changing win. After years of trying her luck, she scratched her way to a thirty-thousand-dollar prize over the weekend and came in today to officially claim her winnings. Overwhelmed with gratitude, she says
The Senate has approved a US$34 million loan to rehabilitate approximately 15 miles of the George Price Highway between Belize City and Hattieville. Earlier in the day, senators temporarily suspended the motion, citing a lack of detailed information. On adjournment, they met with Chief Engineer at
A Lord’s Bank resident is accusing police of harassment after being detained as part of a robbery investigation and later released without charge. 33-year-old Anthony Dennison says he spent the weekend in custody and was never told why he was being held. He claims this is
Police are searching for Juan Soto after he escaped from custody at the Orange Walk Magistrate’s Court. Soto is facing three burglary charges. Police say Soto was escorted from the cell block to court for his hearing. While inside the court compound, he was left unattended
The Southern Environmental Association (SEA) has clarified that recent cruise-affiliated tours to Silk Caye should not have been authorised. The organisation said the approval was granted in "error" by the Interim Executive Director, Walter Garbutt, who “accepts full responsibility for this oversight and offers sincere
The government has proposed a $34 million USD loan to repair about 15 miles of the George Price Highway between Belize City and Hattieville. Senators agreed the road needs improvement but said more details are required before the motion can move forward. Opening the debate, opposition
A woman is ringing in the festive season with a $30,000 Scratch and Win prize. After years of trying her luck, she finally hit a win over the weekend and claimed her winnings today. She described the win as a blessing that will help her improve
Rear Admiral Elton Bennett, former Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard, has officially taken up his new role as Chief Executive Officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs and Enterprise. The appointment was confirmed by the Office of the Prime Minister and signed by Deputy
