In 1995, the Manuel Esquivel-led UDP administration faced financial challenges that compelled it to freeze annual increments for public officers, saving the government $7 million. The increment freeze, which lasted until March 1997, deferred salary increases and led to the retrenchment of approximately 700 public
The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing has announced the commencement of roadworks on the Philip Goldson Highway, specifically between Mile 8 and Mile 24.5, as part of the "Expansion and Rehabilitation of the Philip Goldson Highway" project. The construction is scheduled to begin on
Earlier this week, the Belize Police Department held a special awards ceremony in Belmopan to recognise senior officers for their outstanding service in the Western Region. The event, attended by the Commissioner of Police Chester Williams and Western Regional Commander Suzette Anderson, celebrated officers who
The National Women's Commission (NWC) is calling for nominations for its Outstanding Women’s Award, which will be presented in March 2025. This prestigious honour celebrates individuals or organisations that have made significant contributions to women's human rights or humanitarian efforts. Eligible nominees should have a
On Monday evening, a man and a woman were found shot dead inside a vehicle about half a mile from the Crooked Tree entrance. Unconfirmed reports from police sources initially suggested it was a murder-suicide. However, as the investigation unfolded, it became clear that the
Thirty-two-year-old Alfredo Robinson Junior, a Lance Corporal with the Belize Defense Force, has been charged with the murder of fellow soldier, Private Clive Baiza. The deadly shooting, which also injured another B.D.F. soldier, occurred at the Crique Sarco Outpost on Sunday night. The two men
The High Court's ceremonial opening kicked off on Monday with a grand parade through the city streets, starting with an ecumenical service at the Holy Redeemer Cathedral on North Front Street and ending at the Chief Justice's courtroom. Just a day later, the court is
Lee Mark Chang has thrown his hat into the ring for Mesopotamia. Although he lost in Freetown over a decade ago and again in Caribbean Shores in 2020, this time there's a more sinister twist—his candidacy seems aimed at unseating Area Representative Moses 'Shyne' Barrow.
Aside from those at the head table, the front rows were packed with political hopefuls vying for various constituencies under Panton's banner. The room at the Alliance for Democracy’s headquarters on Euphrates Avenue was overflowing with supporters. So, does this spell trouble for Barrow? Patrick
When it was finally Lee Mark Chang's turn to speak at the event, he kept it brief. He explained his decision to run in the Mesopotamia constituency against Barrow, emphasizing that when he fights, he fights to win. He also dismissed any claims that he's
