CEO of the Ministry of Transport, Chester Williams, says enforcement remains a top priority as officials crack down on unsafe practices in the public transport sector. Williams confirmed that senior officers, including the Chief Transport Officer, conducted inspections as early as 4:30 a.m. in areas such
The Ministry of Transport has denied claims that terminal workers are being ordered to resign ahead of the transition to the National Bus Company, which is set to take effect on March first. Chief Executive Officer Chester Williams rejected the allegations, saying no directive has been
Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, delivered a forceful and politically charged address Tuesday night at the opening of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in St. Kitts and Nevis, sharply defending her country’s sovereignty and security policies while questioning
On Wednesday, February 25, police conducted a special operation in Maxboro, Sandhill Village, resulting in a major drug seizure. Officers recovered four parcels of cocaine weighing a total of 4,385 grams, equivalent to approximately 9.66 pounds. In addition, police found another 109 grams of cocaine in
If you want to watch the grand finale of La Ruta Maya at Grand Resort near Haulover Birdge, you’ll have to pay a fee. Roberto Harrison, Vice Chair of the La Ruta Maya Planning Committee, said the race is privately run and depends on long-standing sponsorships
An online nonscientific poll conducted by News Five on our Facebook page shows overwhelming public opposition to the recent decision to move the finish line of the La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge from the BelCan Bridge to the Grand Resort near the Haulover Bridge
Organisers of the La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge have confirmed that the fourth and final leg of the race will end at the Grand Resort. Vice Chair of the race planning committee, Roberto Harrison, said the decision was driven by safety and logistics. “After quite
Young entrepreneur Daja Gamboa recently stopped by the Open Your Eyes morning show to share the sweet story behind her new small business, Cookie Lab. With passion, creativity, and a tray of beautifully decorated treats in hand, Daja gave the viewers an inside look at
Police have detained one person as they investigate a stabbing incident that left an 88-year-old man hospitalized in the Orange Walk District. The incident occurred around 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 24, while Gabriel Teck of Yo Creek Village was working on a farm with another
The Social Security Board (SSB) has invested more than six million dollars in Belize Electricity Limited debentures, a move it says will secure long‑term returns and strengthen the fund’s sustainability. PR and Communications Officer Vanessa Vellos explained that debentures guarantee repayment, unlike shares which depend on
