A charity to save the Garifuna language, sponsor a track for the youth in Stann Creek and uplift commendable elders in the community have all been planned for the next ten days. The Yurumein project is hosting a concert, ball and walkathon all in the
Over the past few weeks, we've been highlighting schools nationwide that exemplify the ethos of the Ministry of Education’s More Campaign. This week took us on a trip to Belize River Valley, where King’s College has captured our attention. We discovered a testament to creativity
FAO’s launches innovative approach to prioritizing water management investments in Belize The FAO Investment Centre today launched a study highlighting FAO’s new methodology to identify and prioritize investments in irrigation and drainage in Belize. The study outlines a practical framework for policymakers and private sector investors to
In celebration of women’s accomplishments and historical contributions, Cognella presented a special title catalog for Women’s History Month. The featured titles, which span the disciplines, underscore the struggles and successes of women throughout history. Cognella's spotlight title is Marie Sharp: Made in Belize (The Authorized Biography). Written
In a press release, the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association (BSCFA) is telling Prime Minister John Briceño to "stay pan track." The BSCFA says that it is appalled by statements made recently by PM Briceño in the media regarding a court judgement. On February 29, 2024,
In a statement responding to the withdrawal of the Orange Walk Running Rebels, the Belize Elite Basket Ball League said, "All records pertaining to the Rebel's aborted participation will be expunged, including points won and lost." The OW Running Rebels announced its withdrawal on Thursday, saying
Jared Ranguy pleaded guilty a short while ago to triple murder. Justice Nigel Pilgrim has reserved sentencing until after mitigation pleas are submitted. Ranguy pleaded guilty to the murders of his mother, sister, and stepfather in Ladyville in November of 2012. In court, the relatives
The Latest News Five has confirmed that Stake Bank Enterprise Limited is in receivership. Atlantic Bank Limited has taken possession of the company's assets as of Thursday, March 14th. Marlowe Neal of Neal & Associates Advisory Services Ltd. is the receiver. [caption id="attachment_7329" align="aligncenter" width="726"] Ground being
The latest murder victim is a forty-year-old father from Saint Margaret’s Village. Luis Seapas was socializing at a restaurant and bar in the village when he was hacked to death by three men. His attackers are also from the community and known to the deceased.
Fifty-nine-year-old Haitian American Robert Joseph was today arrested and charged with two counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder. Jospeh is accused of killing forty-year-old Laura Fiorito and eight-year-old Megan Klessan with a firearm, while injuring two other minors and firing at a
