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Business & Economy

Market Day Initiative Promotes San Pedro’s Local Market

San Pedro Town Councilor Dianeli Aranda organized the second Market Day at The Cart Stop in San Pedro Town on Saturday, April 11th, from 11AM to 7PM. The event featured BBQ lunch sales, handmade crafts, unique finds, ice cream, and music, drawing both locals and visitors.
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Market Day Initiative Promotes San Pedro’s Local Market

San Pedro Town Councilor Dianeli Aranda organized the second Market Day at The Cart Stop in San Pedro Town on Saturday, April 11th, from 11AM to 7PM. The event featured BBQ lunch sales, handmade crafts, unique finds, ice cream, and music, drawing both locals and visitors.
Business & Economy

Water Taxi and Airline Fares Increase Across Belize

Traveling to San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye has become more expensive once again, this time due to the continued rise in fuel prices. Recent fare adjustments by local airlines and water taxi operators are expected to impact both residents and visitors traveling to the island.
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Crime & Violence

Family claims wrong suspect charged in San Pedro triple murder

The family of 22-year-old San Pedro fisherman Shelby Jonathan Hernandez, who has been charged in connection with a triple murder on the island, is disputing the allegations, claiming police have arrested the wrong person. Hernandez has been charged with the fatal shooting of Karim Nazim Espat, 28, Oscar Modesto Mas, 35, and Honduran national Yerlin Marisol Bueso Alvarez, 21. He has since been arraigned and remanded to the Belize Central Prison until his next court hearing, scheduled for May 27, 2026.
Crime & Violence

Police increase presence and operations in San Pedro following triple murder

Following a triple murder on Thursday, March 19th, one mile south of downtown San Pedro, police presence on the island has increased with reinforcements from the mainland. The victims, Karim Espat, 29, Oscar Modesto Mas, 35, and 21-year-old Honduran national Yerlin Marisol Bueso Alvarez, were gunned down just before 10PM inside a residence. Police said on Friday, March 20th, that a possible motive is an ongoing rivalry related to drugs.
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Police detain suspects in San Pedro triple murder

Police have identified three suspects in connection with the triple murder that occurred on Thursday night, March 19th, south of San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye. Authorities responded to a shooting incident at a location known as Mosquito Coast, where they discovered the lifeless bodies of Karim Nazim Espat, 29, and Oscar Modesto Mas, 35, inside an elevated wooden house. A third victim, identified as Honduran national Yerlin Marisol Bueso Alvarez, was found injured. She was transported to the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II, but later succumbed to her injuries.

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Hol Chan inspires young minds during Child Stimulation Month

Hol Chan Marine Reserve marked Child Stimulation Month by engaging preschool and primary school children in a series of educational activities focused on marine conservation and environmental awareness. The initiative centered around the Hol Chan Education Center, which opened on May 14, 2025, and served as the hub for the month-long activities. The program included storytelling sessions with preschoolers, guided tours, and glass-bottom boat trips to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, offering children a firsthand look at Belize’s marine ecosystems.
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Government Partners with Robotics Federation to Expand Robotics in Schools

The Ministry of E-Governance, the Robotics Federation of Belize, and VEX Robotics launched a national robotics initiative on Thursday, March 12, 2026, in Belize City. Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, who also serves as Minister of E-Governance, participated in signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) alongside Federation President Jamie Usher and VEX Robotics representatives. The event attracted students, including those from Belize High School (BHS), who demonstrated live robots.
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Sea Bulls FC Secure Narrow Victory to Maintain League Lead

League leaders Sea Bulls FC secured a narrow 5-4 victory over G Strikers in an intense match of the Island League Football Tournament on Saturday, April 11th, at the Ambergris Stadium. G Strikers put up a strong fight throughout the game, nearly upsetting the current leaders in one of the season's most competitive matches so far.
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Belizean Athlete Brooklyn Lyttle Wins Gold at CARIFTA Games

The 53rd Caribbean Free Trade Association (CARIFTA) Games took place from April 4th to 6th at the Kirani James Athletic Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada, with Belize represented by a small but determined team. Athletes Brooklyn Lyttle and Nyasha Harris departed Belize ahead of the competition, joining regional counterparts in one of the Caribbean’s premier track and field events. Lyttle delivered a standout performance, securing gold in the Girls’ U20 Long Jump.
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San Pedro welcomes 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations

San Pedro Town ushered in 2026 with a New Year’s Eve celebration at Saca Chispas Field on Tuesday, December 31, beginning at 10PM. The event was organized by the San Pedro Town Council and featured DJ Jash and the Gilharry-7 Band as the main entertainers, and a fireworks display at midnight. The festivities transformed the Hon. Louis Sylvestre Sporting Arena, commonly known as Saca Chispas Field, into a lively hub of music and celebration. Live DJ sets carried through the night, drawing residents and visitors alike to dance under the stars as anticipation built toward the midnight countdown.
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SPRCS showcases student talent in Christmas show

San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School (SPRCS) held its annual Christmas Variety Show on Saturday, December 6th, filling the Rafael Angel Nuñez Auditorium at San Pedro High School with music, dances, and holiday storytelling. Parents, students, teachers, and community members gathered from 4PM onward to enjoy 29 performances from Infant One to Standard Six.

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