Is the Ministry of Transport making policy on the fly? That’s the question some are asking after a string of proposals sparked public backlash and quick revisions. First, there was pushback concerning the initial proposal for a national bus company, then broad motorcycle regulations drew
One thing everyone agrees on, stakeholders and the Ministry of Transport, is that the safest time to move prefab homes is at night. Ronny Plett, manager at Plett Home Builders, says most people don’t realize how big this industry really is because the work happens
On Friday, Ronny Plett raised a concern that might make you think twice about those flashing strobe lights on the road. He says the driving public has become desensitized to them because they’re no longer unique to house movers, you’ll see them on random buses
Just two days to go before Christmas, and across Belize, the holiday hustle is in full swing. Shops are buzzing, last-minute gifts are flying off the shelves, and everyone’s putting the finishing touches on their celebrations. And of course, it wouldn’t be Christmas without a
Christmas is here, and the celebrations are going strong, but so are the warnings. Authorities are urging drivers to stay safe on Belize’s highways because, every year, the holiday season comes with a tragic side: deadly road accidents. Just last December, ten lives were lost
Imagine walking into court, admitting you’re part of a gang, and then walking out a free man. That’s exactly what happened to thirty-three-year-old Deandre McKoy on Monday in Belize City. McKoy, who appeared without a lawyer, pleaded guilty to being a member of the Baka
There’s an important update for Belize’s business community, especially those in rural areas. The Trade License Act, No. 19 of 2024, which was set to introduce a new licensing system for both urban and rural businesses, has been put on hold. That means, for now,
There are reports from inside the Transport Department that multiple people are being investigated for missing funds at the Belize City Bus Terminal. Sources point to a cashier and supervisor and claims that “big money gone missing”. We reached out to senior management at the
A violent machete altercation in the Dangriga Town has left one man dead and a family heartbroken just days before Christmas. According to initial police reports, on Friday, forty-one-year-old Linden Kelly was approached by two men in the Rivas Estate area where a fight ensued
Ever taken a Belize City tour and wondered, “Wait… is that really the whole story?” You’re not alone. For many visitors, these tours are their first glimpse into Belize’s history, but how much of that history are they actually getting? Historian Nicholas Sanchez says, not
