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Carnaval 2012 Day 3: Dancing and Painting to the Max!

February 22, 2012 - 11:43

EL Gran Carnaval de San Pedro has come to end, for this year that is! Carnaval painters and dancers hit the streets of San Pedro early to enjoy the last day of Carnaval on Tuesday, February 22, 2012. The painting and dancing was at its max!

Coca Cola Spelling Bee Zone 5 Elimination

February 22, 2012 - 00:00

The 18th Annual Coca Cola National Spelling Bee Zone Elimination took place at the San Pedro Lions Den on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Participating schools included Holy Cross Anglican School, New Horizons Adventist School, San Pedro R.C. School, Isla Bonita Elementary School, Ambergris Caye Elementary School, Island Academy and Caye Caulker RC School.

UFC/MMA Trainer Rob Radford Shows Interest in San Pedro

February 22, 2012 - 00:00

He hangs amongst the top boxers and UFC fighters in the world, but in San Pedro he loves to hang with the boys at The Rum House. This is where Ambergris Today bumped into Rob Radford, a certified USA-ABF coach, cornerman, referee and trainer. Rob was chilling with Saul sipping on some fresh brewed coffee and having a good time in San Pedro.

Inmate’s Death at SP Police Station Raises Concerns

February 21, 2012 - 15:19 - 5 comments

There was quite a commotion at the San Pedro Police Station as an inmate was found dead this morning, Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Friends and relatives of the deceased gathered outside the Police Station waiting to see their loved one and to get some questions answered in regards to his death.

Carnaval 2012 Day 2: A Whole "Lotta" Painting

February 21, 2012 - 12:08 - 2 comments

If there is any indication of how crazy Carnaval will be tonight, it has to be the crazy amount of painting that was taking place yesterday, the second day of the San Pedro Carnaval Festivities. Herds of Carnaval revelers took to the street to enjoy painting each other and there was paint and eggs flying all around the place.

SPJC Places 4th at ATLIB Basketball Nationals

February 21, 2012 - 09:36 - 1 comment

On Saturday, February 18, 2012, the ATLIB Basketball Nationals took place in San Ignacio at Falcon Field.  There were four male teams and four female teams.  The two Female teams from the Northern Region were St.

Mennonites and ‘Nacas’ Ruled Carnaval Day One

February 20, 2012 - 11:05 - 1 comment

The painting and street dancing (comparsas) were in full swing on the first day of Carnaval in San Pedro, Belize as the traditional celebrations commenced on Sunday, February 19, 2012. Carnaval revelers took to the streets of downtown to enjoy in the painting while other residents came out to see the fun and entertaining comparsas (street dancers).

San Pedro Carnaval 2012 Kick-Off Party

February 20, 2012 - 10:44 - 1 comment

The San Pedro Carnaval celebrations were kick started with a party at Central Park on Saturday, February 18, 2012, with plenty of dances, food, drinks, a short skit and the crowning of the new Miss Carnaval 2012.

SPRCS Open Day: A Cultural Experience

February 20, 2012 - 10:18

Belize is a melting pot of cultures - there are the Mestizos, Maya, Garifuna, Creole, Mennonites, Chinese, and East Indians. All these ethnic groups were highlighted during San Pedro RC School’s Open Day on Friday, February 17, 2012. There were booths depicting the ethnic groups’ life style, religion and beliefs, food, history and much more.

To the Polls to Vote on Offshore Oil Exploration

February 20, 2012 - 09:44 - 4 comments

The People’s Referendum – the People will go to the Polls to vote on Offshore Oil Exploration - Press Release, Belize City, Belize, February 14 - On Wednesday, February 29 2012, all registered voters of Belize will be able to go to the polls to vote on the issue of offshore oil exploration and drilling as the Belize

Belize Rural South General Elections Nominations 2012

February 17, 2012 - 13:55

Friday, February 17, 2012 marked the nominations for standard bearers running for the General Elections which will be held the same day as Municipal Elections, March 7, 2012.  The San Pedro Town Council Nominations were held on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, and today, Belize Rural South Standard Bearers were nominated.

National Treasure of Belize: Maya Jade Head in Exhibit

February 17, 2012 - 00:00 - 1 comment

The Museum of Belize was officially inaugurated 10 years ago on February 5th, 2002.  The building itself was once used as “Her Majesty’s Prison”, and contained a total of 102 cells. In 1998, the Government handed the old prison to NICH and for the next two years the building was refurbished and converted into the Museum.

Prince Harry Coming to Belize, His Itinerary Released

February 16, 2012 - 17:12 - 3 comments

Prince Harry will set foot in Belize on March 2, 2012 and will be in the country just short of a full day – 23 ½ hours to be precise. But according to the Foreign Affairs protocol office, it should be the best stop he makes on his Caribbean Tour of the Bahamas, Jamaica and Belize in celebration of Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee.

Prospective Area Representatives Debate Issues

February 16, 2012 - 16:10 - 2 comments

The Sunbreeze Conference Room was the perfect venue for the first debate among four prospective Area Representatives who battled it out on issues affecting the lives of all residents of San Pedro Ambergris Caye, on Wednesday, February 15, 2012.  The ten questions presented were well worded and set three of the candidates pointing fingers at Hon.

Video Pick: Ellen Parodies The Bachelor in Belize

February 16, 2012 - 11:48 - 1 comment

Ellen Degeneres’ You Tube Channel has this to say about The Bachelor in Belize: “They've been ignoring her storyline all season, so today Ellen decided to show a scene of her on this season of "The Bachelor." It looks like she had a great time with the ladies in Belize!”

We have to LOL at Ellen’s humor and her mention of BELIZE in this very funny skit! Thanks Ellen!

Overnight and Cruise Arrival Figures Make History in Belize!

February 16, 2012 - 10:53

The Belize Tourism Board made its official announcement of 2011 Tourism Arrivals at The Phoenix Resort in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye on Wednesday, February 15, 2012.

SP Town Council Nominations 2012 Held Today

February 15, 2012 - 13:39

The People’s United Party was the first political party to hit the streets of San Pedro Town at 10a.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, Nomination Day. At the end of the day all three political parties and their supporters will have headed to the Town Council to officially nominate their candidates who will be running for a seat at the Town Council elections on March 7, 2012.

Election Day a Public and Bank Holiday

February 15, 2012 - 09:45

Belmopan, 14 February 2012 – Cabinet at its regular meeting on Tuesday, 14 February, 2012, agreed that the Election Day, Wednesday, 7 March 2012, be designated as a public and bank holiday.

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Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival

February 15, 2012 - 00:00

The Placencia Belize Tourism Industry Association held it's 9th Annual Placencia Sidewalk Arts Festival this past weekend, Saturday, February 11 to Sunday, February 12, 2012. It was a resounding success for the PBTIA as hundreds of tourist both local and international enjoyed all the arts on display.

SP Cancer Society Holds Third Annual Blood Drive

February 14, 2012 - 09:29

The San Pedro Cancer Society, its membership and its volunteers would like to inform the general public and especially its benefactors (who helped us with this year’s blood drive and food sale) of our successes and profits made out our event on Saturday, February 11, 2012.

Belize joins the Salud Mesoamérica 2015 Initiative

February 14, 2012 - 00:00

Acting Prime Minister of Belize and IDB President sign an agreement for a $1.25 million operation, the SM2015 Initiative’s first project in Belize - SAN PEDRO, Belize – Thursday, February 9, 2012, Belize joined the Salud Mesoamérica 2015 Initiative (SM2015) for a project that aims to reduce maternal and infant mortality among the poor, benefiting more than 30,000 young

New Ownership for Five Sisters Lodge & Tours, Belize

February 14, 2012 - 00:00

Ambergris Caye, Belize, February 1st – Daniel Lighter, owner of Matachica Resort and Spa on Ambergris Caye, Belize is delighted to announce the acquisition of Five Sisters Lodge & Tours located in the stunning Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in the Cayo District of southern central Belize.

Brighter Smiles for SP Children

February 13, 2012 - 13:49

One thing is for sure San Pedro has beautiful and friendly children, and they always greet you with a smile. The children have beautiful and bright smiles thanks to all the dental volunteers who come to the island and work on brightening the smiles of these children.

ABC’s The Bachelor "Belize Episode" Airs Tonight!

February 13, 2012 - 10:54

The Belize Tourism Board will be supporting the cast and crew on the 7th episode of The Bachelor. The episode will feature a special group and intimate one-on-one dates with the newest Bachelor, Ben Flajnik.

BTL to Bring 4G Services to Belize 2012

February 10, 2012 - 09:30 - 2 comments

Telemedia Signs Contract with Ericsson for DigiCell Network Upgrade