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Otto Perez Molina resigns as Guatemala's President
After witnessing the arrest of his Vice President, Roxana Baldetti, and the heavy pressure of an entire country, Guatemalan President, Otto Perez Molina resigned late Wednesday evening, September 2nd after the country's Attorney General obtained a warrant for his arrest on corruption charges. The former president was remanded to a military prison known as Matamoros. On Friday, September 4th, Molina was taken to court where he heard recorded evidence of his involvement with a corruption ring dubbed "La Linea", and consequently delivered his declaration. A spokesman said that the former president had decided to step down to confront the proceeding against him.
The fact that Congress stripped him of his immunity from prosecution is a first in the Central American nation. With a unanimous vote of 132-0, Molina's immunity was stripped and he seemingly had no choice but to resign. His resignation comes just days before presidential elections in Guatemala. With Perez Molina's resignation, Alejandro Maldonado was appointed by Congress as the temporary president until January 2016 when the newly elected president takes office.Prosecutors accuse Perez Molina of masterminding a scheme to defraud the customs service of millions of dollars linked to the corruption ring "La Linea", allegations which he denies. Investigations reveal that the main accusation involved businesses paying bribes to government officials and custom officers in return for being allowed to evade import duties.
San Pedro Police formation holds business watch meeting
The San Pedro Police detachment held a business watch meeting on Wednesday, August 26th at the Lions Den, where an update was given on the comparative statistics for the period of January to August 20th for 2014/2015. Various members of the business community were invited to participate and learn about the progress the police department is making in San Pedro. The meeting highlighted recent activities on the island, as well the plans put in action by the security forces.
Superintendent Sandra Bodden opened the meeting, briefly introducing herself and started her report. "I hope to meet many more of you who are here in attendance and of course to work closely with everyone. Since taking over last month, we've had an increase in our major crimes. In the case of burglary we've had an increase by one and theft has increased by two compared to the same time last year," stated Bodden. She indicated that burglaries have been occurring mainly on the weekends. "In the area of theft, most of the incidents have been occurring in zone 2, which is by Boca del Rio, and downtown and San Pedrito areas. We have been patrolling these areas in an attempt to avoid any incidents to escalate," said Bodden. She commented that there are 54 police personnel who are engaged in a 12 hour shift with appropriate time off.
Grounded vessel "Termaji" removed from reef
On Thursday, August 28th the sailboat "Termaji" was finally removed from the Belize Barrier Reef. Originally from France, the Termaji had ran aground on a portion of reef just south of the Northern Cut (Caye Caulker Channel) on December 30, 2014, and it was not until several complaints from residents and Oceana Belize that the Department of Environment (DOE) released information on the grounding. But the removal operation did not take place until eight months after the accident and there has been no indication as to who the vessel belongs too.
The 40-foot, blue and red steel hull sail boat was removed by Island Construction Company Limited, who was contracted by the DOE. The operation took about two and a half hours, as the operation was not only to remove the vessel but also salvage as much as possible. Upon removal, the vessel was hauled away to a secure location until DOE can complete its prosecution case against the owner, who will be required to pay compensation for the damages to the reef.
Kent Gabourel wins third consecutive Lionman Triathlon Championship!
In an epic display of athletics, Kent "Bob" Gabourel obtained his third consecutive win at the 16th Annual Lionman Triathlon held on Sunday, August 30th in Belize City. The Lionman Triathlon is one of the toughest races of the year, and San Pedro was very well represented. Not only did Gabourel take first place in the male senior category, but island resident Jordan Santos also took first place in the junior division!
As always, the triathlon started bright and early at 6:30AM at the Sand Lighters Promenade on Newtown Barracks, Belize City, and saw the participation of several local and international athletes in the 1500 meter swim, 40 kilometer bicycle ride and 10 kilometer run. The Lionman is divided into five categories to better accommodate all levels of athlete: male (over 18 years of age), female, junior (under 18 year of age), masters (over 40 years of age) and relay teams. The Lionman Triathlon is no easy feat, as it tests the stamina, endurance and mental strength of all its participants. Representing San Pedro at this year's race were Kent "Bob" Gabourel, Brandon Santos, Jordan Santos, Eric Donis and Kian Ancona.
Ambergris Today
San Pedro House of Culture Opens Pirates of Belize Exhibit
Locals can recall the countless folkloric tales of pirate stories told to them by their grandparents, how they frequented the coasts of Belize. Some were to fantastic to believe while others were much closer to reality.
The San Pedro House of Culture inaugurated the Pirates of Belize exhibit on Thursday, September 3, 2015, that includes educational information on how pirates and the Baymen of Belize played an important role in the early settlement of the country.
Large posters, artifacts and decorative displays with information on Belize's early settlers, pirates and the Baymen are on showcase at the House of Culture as part of the country's September Celebrations in honor of The Battle of St. George's Caye and Belize's Independence.
Misc Belizean Sources
Ready Call Center seeks opportunities in northern Belize
The need to hire approximately 400 persons for their expanding business has led then to the north. Ready Call Center's new branch will be coming to Orange Walk soon. With a new outlook and energy, they have partnered with the Corozal's Department of Youth Services to engage the youth here in discussion and opportunity.
Ready Call Center will be conducting a job seminar in Corozal on Tuesday September 8th, 2015 beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Corozal's Ministry of Education Conference Room, William Schofield Street Corozal Town. Come prepared to take notes.
Note: We have provided a copy of a map sighting the Ministry of Education's Conference Room.
For more information, please contact Neidi L. Rosado at 402 0440/627-2365 or visit the Department of Youth Services in Corozal Town.
Power interruption 1:00pm to 5:00pm, Saturday September 5, Belize City
Mile 3 Philip Goldson Hwy, near Brodies, to North End Estate Rd including Bella Vista, Belama PH 3 and Belama PH 4. Two 5-minute power interruptions from 1:00pm to 1:05pm and 4:55pm to 5:00pm will also affect area from North End Estate Rd to Mile 4 � Philip Goldson Highway, near Fen Lan. BEL to facilitate works conducted under Ministry of Works' Flood Mitigation Project.
Power interruption 10:00am to 12:00midday, Tuesday, September 8, Corozal
San Victor, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, San Roman, Estrella, Libertad, San Narciso, Luisville, Concepcion, Aventura, San Pedro, Cristo Rey, Yo Chen, Patchakan and Chan Chen. BEL to replace equipment at the San Pedro, Corozal Substation.
La Isla Cari�osa Academy Caye Caulker GRAND OPENING - Monday, September 14, 2015
Two years ago, we submitted a proposal to the Ministry of Education to open a new school on Caye Caulker. On January 2015, we received our license to open our school.
The idea of opening this new school is not only/just a school, anyone can open a school, any one can lead or administrate a school. But, our pledge to the Ministry of Education and to the Caye Caulker community is to establish a school of demonstration, demonstrating excellence with consideration to the environment, climate change, and sustainable development and to develop each student to maintain a positive, intelligent character.
I, Alberto Luis August, with my faculty and staff of LICA, will ensure that each student of LICA receives a quality education which surpasses the expectation of the norm and that of our national standards. My vision of LICA goes beyond that of the average leader. My vision of LICA is to provide a service to our Caye Caulker children which reflects that of international standards.
First Friday Tres Cocos Trash Pick Up
Our intrepid First Friday Tres Cocos Trash Pick Up crew this morning! We got the road and beach looking good and finished with iced coffee and cookies at Marbucks with chilled eucalyptus scented towels from Miss Rose! Roxie from the environmental activist group Oceana joined us today!
CUSTOMS TRIO BUSTED
Twenty-fiver-year-old Leslie Stains, from a Belize City address; Dubian Montero, 32-years-old from Bullet Tree in the Cayo District, and 19-year-old Raylie Usher from Hattieville, all custom officers, were jointly charged for the crime of extortion in the Corozal District.
According to police reports, the three customs officers working in Consejo Village were detained on allegations of extortion. BMG was made to understand that the custom officers intercepted a resident of Consejo Village with un-costumed goods from the Mexican side on the Consejo Bay.
The resident claims that the three officers demanded money from them to avoid being detained and having his goods confiscated.
Expo Belize Market Place will be held this weekend
Saturday September 5th and Sunday Sep. 6th, 2015 at the ITVET Grounds on Freetown Road in Belize City from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both days. You can buy your tickets in advance. Those who buy their tickets in advance can enter through the ITVET Gate on Freetown Road. Attached is a list of exhibitors who will be at this year's Expo.
The Expo Opening Ceremony will be held on Saturday, September 5th at 11:00 a.m. in the courtyard area of the ITVET Grounds. Special Guest Speaker will be U.S. Ambassador to Belize Mr. Moreno. The Agenda of the Opening Ceremonies is below.
East Indian Cultural Pageant. Don't Miss it!
Corozal, Sep 5th. Beginning at 7:00 pm. at the CCC Auditorium, the Miss East Indian Cultural Pageant will be taking place. Come and see 7 beautiful young ladies vying for the prestigious title of Miss East Indian. General Admission: $10 & Admission & Food: $25. Ticket entitles you to dance the night away to the wonderful sounds of Cool Rebels (formerly Coolie Rebels) all the way from PG! Come and have some good fun as you support your favorite candidate!
BAY Donate School Supplies
The Belmopan Active Youths donated school supplies to 8 Belmopan area primary schools. Thanks, BAY!
"Today BAY handed over eight Back-To-School Drive Boxes to Primary Schools in Belmopan! Huge thanks to the residents who donated the items and to the businesses where we placed the boxes (A&R, Dakers, and Angelus Press)!"
Channel 7
Outrage!: Rat Bites Newborn in Incubator at Western Regional
There is still a rat problem at the Western Regional Hospital in Belmopan - and tonight, the news is about an outrageous, unprecedented, appalling incident: a rat bit a new born baby on the foot. The baby was born last night and placed in an incubator in the nursery but sometime during the early morning, the nurse saw that a rat had squirmed into the incubator and bitten the baby. That's right, a rat bit an hours old baby in an incubator! Today when we spoke to the Hospital Administrator Bernadette Seaver she told us that the rat may have entered the hospital through a newly installed AC system and then forced its way through the tube leading to the incubator. Here's how she explained it.
Jules Vasquez
"Explain to me, what is the situation with the newborn? There was a new born child, born yesterday to a young woman and we received a report that a rodent, a rat had bitten the newborn's foot. What do you all know about this?"
Bernadette Seaver, Administrator, WRH
"Yes, indeed it occurred this morning and the pediatrician was called in immediately to address the matter and look after the child. The pediatrician gave all clearance. The child was well taken care of and stable and mother and child are doing well and in good mood."
BEL Energy Workers Reject Mediation, Prepare For Industrial Action
BEL's Belize Energy Workers Union says it has pulled out of labour mediation and is ready for industrial action. That's the bottom line in a letter which the union sent to Minister of Labour Godwin Hulse yesterday. The tone of the letter shows resolve in their actions, and resentment for management. Today at the end of the senate meeting, we asked Labour Minister Hulse about it:..
Jules Vasquez
"Minister Hulse, we've seen a letter from the Belize Energy Workers to you. It is a letter saying thanks for your help. It didn't worked. BEL showed ill will and we are abandoning it and the notice for industrial action is passed due. What are you doing about that?"
Hon. Godwin Hulse, Minister of Labor
"Jules thanks for question. The union is a bit frustrated they claimed and unions become frustrated because they think the process is slow. But our ministry and I in particular have been working this process on both sides and we had almost 10 meetings in the midst of everything else we have to do. We've already spoken with the union and gotten them to temper that mode and to say to them that you cannot walk away and you cannot be that industrial action is the alternative.
Senator Shoman Exposes Strong Language of Guatemalan Diplomatic Note
We've reported plentifully on the diplomatic note that the government of Belize sent to Guatemala after their navy mad an incursion into the Belize side of the Sarstoon. But what did the Guatemalans have to say in response? Today in the Senate, senator Lisa Shoman reported what was in the diplomatic note - and the response:...
Hon. Lisa Shoman - The Opposition's Lead Senator
"That the nation of Belize must know that the government of Belize did write a protest note to Guatemala, but it has never told its citizens that Guatemala answered that protest note. It has never said to Belizeans that the Government of Belize's diplomatic note to Guatemala called the BTV expedition the visit of a few unarmed Belizean civilians and said that it was out of prudence and restraint, and out of an abundance of caution, to avoid any possible confrontation or mishap, that the Government of Belize withheld its own armed forces from being in the vicinity of the activity.
Another Ministry of Health Hilux Stolen, But this One Recovered!
In the recent months, we've been telling you all about the troubles that the Government of Belize, particularly the Ministry of Health and NICH, have been having where thieves stole a total of 6 Government vehicles. They are all Toyota Hilux pickups, and only one has been recovered so far.
Well tonight, we have a story of the 7th Hilux pick-up being stolen from the Ministry of Health's parking lot in Belmopan City. It is a 2014 hold Toyota Hilux and it was stolen last night form the ministry of health parking lot in Belmopan.
This time, however, the Ministry was ready. All their Hilux's have been outfitted with GPS tracking devices and tonight it has proved instrumental in locating the stolen pickup - and, guess, what, it's right in Melchor. The better news is that the tracking device can also be used to remotely disable the ignition, so that the truck cannot start - and that has been done.
Ray Davis Back in Senate, NTUCB Blasts Him
The Senate was convened today and Labour Senator Ray Davis was right there. Now, some of us had to do a double take - because wasn't he sacked by the NUTCB? He was, but there's a wrinkle in the story - because Davis wasn't only the senator for Labour - he was also the senator for Civil Society. That's right - and it seems while Labour has had enough of him - civil society isn't complaining about senator Ray. Senator Godwin Hulse - who - in a previous life worked out the requirements for the expanded Senate gave his understanding of how it works:..
Hon. Godwin Hulse, Senator
"The senator representing the union is appointed by the Governor General on the recommendation of both the NTUCB and civil society steering committee and civil society steering committee which I know that Dennis Jones for example is one of the members and he mentioned to me and I will call his name, that in fact they had not had an opportunity to speak to Mr. Davis and to give Mr. Davis a firm hearing and so the Governor General should not act on the instructions of one party only. There are two parties of that senator."
Jules Vasquez
"As enshrined in the constitution."
Hon. Godwin Hulse, Senator
"As enshrined in the constitution."
Jules Vasquez
"So then in your opinion although NTUCB sent out a scaling press release basically saying it's scandalous for him to have been there. You believe that he was within his rights or he was exercising his duty to be here?"
Soca Queen Ernestine Explains
Ernestine Carballo and her manager are suing a New York promoter. They say he's to blame for Ernestine having her US visa revoked. Today in an interview Ernestine told us that she was to perform at the New York Belize Caribbean ParkFest in New York tomorrow but she won't be able to attend that event or any event in the US for that matter until her visa is renewed. She told us that she left for New York on August 27th on a connecting flight to Atlanta on Delta. But when she arrived in Atlanta, the authorities stopped her, detained her and interrogated her because she did not have her return ticket or the right visa to work or perform in the US. Today she told us that it was up to the promoter in New York to ensure that all her travel documents were set but according to Ernestine - they didn't do their job.
Ernestine Carballo
"It's because of not knowing, because honestly I did not know. I thought that everything would have been okay. When we check that Delta, the promoter bought the cheapest ticket with no insurance and I only had the one way stub, so they first thing, they pulled me across and ask where is your return ticket and they started to interrogate me from that point.
Teck's Legal Bills Substantial
Back in January, Lucilo Teck, a veteran cane farmer from the north, made national headlines when he took on the administrators of the Sugar Cane Industry, the Sugar Industries Control Board (SICB), to court. He was trying to compel them to declare the 2014-2015 sugar season open, despite the fact that the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association had not signed any commercial agreement with the factory owners, American Sugar Refineries. Well, yesterday's edition of the Guardian Newspaper reports that he is now on the line for a legal huge bill of $60,000.
A few weeks after he filed his lawsuit, the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association broke up and some of the members formed 2 separate associations. What was left of the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association along with these 2 new associations all signed the disputed agreements with the factory owners and the cane season was declared open. That basically rendered Lucilo Teck's lawsuit inconsequential because he was basically asking the court to decide on an issue which was already resolved. He and his attorney, Audrey Matura-Shepherd, moved forward with the case and pressed the SICB to offer a defense, the reason they said, was so that a precedent could be set. The intention, Teck's attorney explained, was to ensure that there is no doubt as to what must happen if there is ever a stand off between the cane farmers and the factory owners in the future, which could potentially wreck the industry.
Coast Guard and Family Of Missing Men Make Peace
The Coast Guard is now investigating the case of the 3 Belize City fishermen lost at sea. 20-year-old Donovan Usher, 29-year-old Giovanni Murrillo, and 33-year-old Jerome Bowen left for Turneffe Island on Thursday morning on a one day fishing trip. They have not returned. As you heard yesterday the family believes that the Coast Guard may be involved. That's because the men have a history of bitter encounters with the Coast Guard - involving a shooting incident where Giovanni Murrillo allegedly fired on the Coast Guard out at sea in February of this year. Murrillo walked free for that case and the family say that since then the guys have been receiving threats from the Coast Guard. Well, when we spoke to the family today they told us that they are more hopeful now because they met with the Coast Guard today and the case is now being handled by the higher up's in the CG. We will keep you updated on this story.
General: Guatemalan Fishers Hard To Tackle
Yesterday, we gave you extensive coverage of our interview with General David Jones as he discussed the recent meeting that he had with a Guatemalan Navy Admiral, in the wake of the Sarstoon Incident.
We also asked him about the Guatemalan fishers who poach in Belizean waters near the mouth of the Sarstoon River.
You'll remember that's the situation which is difficult to deal with because as you saw - our Daniel Ortiz tried to catch them himself, and wound up stuck in waist deep mud.
The General said that this pretty much the difficulty that his soldiers face when they tried to catch the fishermen, but that they make it a point to try to do so just because:
General David Jones, BDF Commander
"Whenever our patrols go into the area, if we see any fisherman and is operating inside Belizean waters, we do something about it. We don't just pass through and as you have seen on the news footage I think even yourself when you pursue these guys they have small vessels.
When Will We Know Who Killed Danny
And in another matter of national security, it's been a while since we've had any meaningful updates on the investigation into the murder of Belizean Lawman Danny Conorquie. As viewers remember, he was killed in September of Last year as he was on duty while trying to protect the tourists who visit the Caracol Archaeological Site in remote western Belize, very near to the Belize- Guatemala border. His killers are suspected - but not confirmed - to be of Guatemalan Nationality.
We got an opportunity last week to speak with Assistant Police Commissioner Aaron Guzman, and we asked him if his Guatemalan counter parts, who are really the ones handling the investigation, are taking the case seriously. Here's what he had to say about that, and the latest developments:
ACP Aaron Guzman, Western Regional Commander
"That investigation is being done by a specific group. The recent meeting that they had, because we have help from our counterparts in neighboring Guatemala, they were looking for a specific person to interview for us and give us a feedback. We haven't had it. so far we expect that within the next 3-4 weeks when they meet, we shall get some information if they did get that person and interview that person for us."
Victimizing Victims of Human Traffic
While we had the opportunity, we had to ask about the 10 Cuban Nationals who were caught in the Cayo District - after entering Belize illegally.
It has the trappings of human trafficking, but that is not confirmed because there is no hard evidence to confirm that. We asked the Western Regional Commander is they are charging Cubans for illegal entry when they are actually victims of human traffic:
ACP Aaron Guzman, Western Regional Commander
"Okay, there were two instances where Cubans were detained. I believe in both instances there were 5 persons and this was done in the area of Benque Viejo. The matters are before the court. It has become an immigration matter. Initially it started as a police matter because we were the ones who were doing the patrol when they were found and they were found in Belize. They obviously came from Guatemala. Exactly where they were heading we don't know. It is left for speculation. But they were detained, they were taken to court and then the court will decide will be done to them if they are deported back to Cuba or they will return to Guatemala.
Making Manatees Safer
Quite often in our newscast, we've showed you how endangered Antilean manatees end up dead in Belizean waters. Usually, it's because they fell under the propellers of boats being driven by captains who aren't being careful. For a population under threat, the situation is beyond critical.
So, the Government and the Conservationists put together a conference to get the tour guides and boat captains from the different companies in the same room. That's because they want the boat drivers to take more care while on the waters. We spoke with chief manatee advocate, Jamal Galvez, and he told us that he's encouraged by the overwhelming response from the tourism community:
The discussion ended at 4 p.m. this afternoon, with the participants receiving a certificate to note their interest in this very serious matter.
Rat Bite Revisited
As we told you at the top of the news, the unthinkable happened: a rat bit a baby inside an incubator unit at the western regional Hospital. The child had been born just hours earlier - and was put in the unit because of a respiratory infection. But when the nurse went to check, a rate was inside the incubator with the baby! Worse than that - the rate had already bitten the newborn and punctured flesh on his toe. IT's unbelievable but true. The hospital administrator Benadette Seaver told us how the rat got into the incubator:..
Bernadette Seaver, Administrator, WRH
"The rats was found inside the incubator and immediately the rat was removed and exterminated/killed and the child was looked after. We suspected that the rat squeeze its way through the tube venting in the incubator and it was found inside the incubator and every effort is being made to figure where the rat came from, because the room was recently cleaned thoroughly and we were in heighten lookout for rodents, because we are still on the campaign to control the rat population here at the hospital."
When A Book Is Art
Binomium: in mathematics it refers to the expression of the sum or the difference of two terms. Well, for the Image Factory - it is more than just a mathematical concept. It is the title of two new books launched this morning at the Image Factory. Director Yasser Musa and Belizean artist Michael Gordon along with others worked on this project for 3 years. The result is two hard bound books - one dedicated to Musa's work and the other to Gordon's. Although both artists have their own style and voice, today they told us that both books combined depict a beautifully shocking narrative about Belize's history.
The books will also be launched in Barcelona, Spain, Merida and Beijing, China this year.
Take A Walk On The Southside...
Recently, the newly reconfigured Eastern Police Division has been making the news quite a lot as Senior Superintendent Chester Williams has been going around to the different gang neighborhoods to try to improve their relations with the community.
Yesterday, we found Williams on his tour with his counterpart from Eastern Division North, Assistant Police Commissioner Dezerie Phillips. They were on their way to talk to residents living in the areas of George Street and surrounding areas where gang affiliates have a tight hold. We asked them about how it was going, and here's what the two commanders had to say:
So, what being done about George Street? That area, as you may have noticed, has been dormant recently, but under the calm sits a rift between 2 factions in that gang. We're told that this gang has been the toughest group of persons that Commander Chester Williams has had to deal with recently. He gave us an update:
Keeping Kelly Street In The Mix
This evening, Mayor Darrell Bradley, who is also the UDP candidate for Caribbean Shores, invited the media out to the opening of a space in that constituency which he hopes will be a safe haven for youths living near by.
It's called the Carlos Perdomo Empowerment Center, so named after the Former Area Rep., who was elected office before Santiago Castillo Jr. This center sits right on Kelly Street, which in terms of voting numbers, is an important if overlooked part of the otherwise quite affluent Caribbean Shores division. So, the media had to ask the Mayor if he's trying to score a few political points with the residents of that neighborhood who are trying to keep their children safe. Here's what he had to say:
COLA, Gone Blue?
Yesterday, we showed you an excerpt from the Press Conference that COLA, held to pressure Government to build a forward operating base on Sarstoon Island. They have printed T-Shirts which they want you to wear to show your support for the push to build the Base.
Their event was just under 1 hour and 20 minutes or so, but due to time constraints, we only showed you the tail end of the question and answer section of the event. Tonight, we have bit more from that event in which the 3 main speakers gave lengthy presentations. Here are a few excerpts of their comments:
As we told you last night, we discovered a very peculiar symbol on one of COLA's fancy new banners. It reads "#GoBlue" and that suggests that they are one with the Opposition PUP. COLA President Giovannie Brackett asserted to us today that it was a simple oversight, which does not means what the texts suggests. Here's how he explained it:
Principal Policarpia Pech Puts Up A Fight
Since last week Friday, we've been telling you about the dispute between the teachers and parents of Faith Nazarene Primary School and the current principal, Policarpia Pech. They want her removed, and they have a long list of reasons why they say that they've lost confidence in her ability to manage the school properly. Well, since speaking with Love News during last weekend, she's gone on the offensive, ATTACKING the Management, making it clear that she will not be removed without a fight.
In her interview with Love FM, Pech characterized the complaints against her as "fabricated lies, hearsay and mischief". She's also instructed her attorney to sue anyone who tries to repeat them. Today, 7News received a copy of a letter today in which her lawyer, Michel Chebat, writes to General Manager Raymond Shepherd, warning him that she will sue him and the Nazarene Management.
Canada Downs Belize In World Cup Qualifier
Today in Toronto Canada, the Belize Jaguars lost three nil to the Canadian Men's' National Team. The Canadians one goal in the first half, and two in the second - against a Belize defence - which was undermined by a midfield which was slow to rotate to the corners.
Now, the National Team returns home for the return match at the FFB Field on Tuesday where the Jaguars need to score at least three goals - which would force a penalty - or four goals clear, which would make us qualify. And they have to make sure Canada does not even score goal. Not an easy task - but just like tonight's game - you'll be able to see that one live on Channel 7 on Tuesday night at 8:00.
Channel 5
First Rodent Infestation, Now Rat Bites Newborn Baby at Western Regional Hospital
The game between Belize and Canada has just concluded in Toronto, Canada and we'll have a recap coming up. But in April, this station broke the news of a massive [...]
New DHS Says There's Critical Need for New Hospital in Belmopan
According to Figueroa, the bottom line is that there is a critical need for a new hospital in the Capital since the current hospital is the regional facility for the [...]
Union Senator Ray Davis Attends Senate Meeting Despite NTUCB's Objection
The Senate met this morning in Belmopan following the House meeting on Wednesday which was primarily convened for passage of the Electricity Acquisition Settlement Bill.� The House approved seventy million [...]
Darrell Bradley on Campaign Trail in Caribbean Shores
Prime Minister Barrow is on record saying that voters will be heading to the polls in the early part of 2016. While he is holding that date close to his [...]
Who Will Be the Next Mayor Should Bradley Win in General Elections?
Belize City Mayor, Darrell Bradley, is yet to win the Caribbean Shores elections; in fact, a date for the elections is still not known. But Bradley says he is putting [...]
Do Residents of Caribbean Shores Pay More in Property Taxes?
Are residents of the Caribbean Shores paying significantly more in property taxes than others elsewhere in Belize City?� It's an assertion that Mayor Bradley's political opponent, Kareem Musa, has made [...]
Canada Defeats Belize 3-0 in World Cup Qualifier
The Jaguars played against the Canadian team this evening at the BMO Stadium in Toronto. The game ended a while ago with the Canadian team penetrating the Belize defense and [...]
35 Schools to Benefit from CDB Loan
This past Wednesday, all eyes were on the Fortis settlement, but there were other significant matters which passed through the House. One was a motion for approval for a Caribbean [...]
Additional High Schools Will Be Built Across the Country
Faber took some time to list all the areas which will benefit from the construction of pre-schools, primary schools and secondary schools…stretched out all across the country in answer to [...]
Rick Chambers Pleads Guilty to Robbery
Eighteen year old Rick Chambers is serving his first night of a three-month jail term behind bars after pleading guilty to the robbery of a cell phone belonging to Luis [...]
34 Manatees Died from Boat Accidents in 2014
For years now, the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute, through the Belize Manatee Conservation Program, has been creating awareness on the death of manatees caused by boaters in no [...]
Tour Guides and Boat Captains Educated on Manatees
The workshop, organized by the Belize Tourism Board, is a certification course for the tour guides and boat captains. There is a need for this says, Galvez, because stakeholders in [...]
Resource Center’s Third Iteration on Kelly Street
A resource center on Kelly Street, which is on the fringes of Caribbean Shores in Belize City, opened today for the third time. The center initially opened when Carlos Perdomo [...]
Mas Camp Concludes with Five Bands
Mas Camps for the Carnival Road March 2015 concluded with a bang on Thursday night in Belize City. The remaining bands were visited by three of five international judges, who [...]
Carnival Association Addresses Violent Incidents
But the mas camps were not without incidents. On Wednesday night there were several violent fights and threats made between rivaling gangs in proximity of one particular camp. The GSU [...]
Yasser and Michael Launch Binomium
The fusion of two artistic minds, functioning on different wavelengths, yet collectively taken as one creative product is the reason for Binomium's existence.� The two-part publication, which focuses on the [...]
Mr. Program Fresh Out of the Studio
In time for the celebrations, Mister Program is releasing a new video for his new track, "Dem Shoulda Know."� The artist, who is popularly known for his hit single, "See [...]
LOVE FM
Talks between BEWU and BEL breaks down
The Belize Energy Workers Union has written a letter to Labor Minister, Godwin Hulse. In that letter, the President of the union, Marvin Mora expresses appreciation to Hulse for his attempt to solve the differences between the union members and Belize Electricity Limited. Mora writes quote, "However, we are now of the view that we [�]
NTUCB says Ray Davis no longer its Senator despite his appearance at meeting
A special sitting of the senate was held today in Belmopan and Senator Ray Davis was present. We were shock to see him there especially since we were told that the congress of the National Trade Union Congress of Belize had met and decided to remove and replace Senator Davis. We were not the only [�]
Senator Lisa Shoman speaks of protest note sent to Guatemala
On August 19, the Government of Belize sent a protest note to the Government of Belize in regards to the confrontation that Belizeans who went on the BTV journey to Sarstoon Island had with Guatemalan armed forces. That note was never made public but details of it was shared today by Lead Opposition Senator, Lisa [�]
Education loan from CDB debated
At today's Senate meeting, bills brought forward from the House of Representatives include the National Protected Areas System Bill 2015, Protected Areas Conservation Trust Amendment Bill 2015 and the Electricity Acquisition Settlement Bill 2015. Motions brought forward include the 7 million Belize dollar loan from the Caribbean Development Bank for the Belize Education Sector reform [�]
Another vehicle stolen from the Ministry of Health compound in Belmopan.
em Cruz reporting.. "Myvette Cal, a security from the Salvapan, Belmopan is lucky to be alive after he was held up, beaten, tied up and kidnapped while on duty last night in the Ministry of Health Parking Lot. Love News understands that a gold in color Toyota Hilux was stolen in the process, belonging to [�]
Two men detained for Thursday morning fire in Punta Gorda
Paul Mahung reporting� "Investigations into the fire incident have so far led police to detain two Punta Gorda men as explained by Deputy Police Commander Toledo, Clement Cacho Clement Cacho - Deputy Police Commander "In reference to the fire report made by Ms. Meredith Martinez police have since detained two male persons and they are [�]
Dangriga man badly beaten, family look for answers
Harry Arzu reporting� "42 year old Leon Castillo was brutally beaten in front of a bar here in Dangriga last week Saturday morning and was left in an unconscious state. He was transported to the Southern Regional Hospital and later to the KHMH where he is currently hospitalized. Love News spoke to his mother and [�]
Grenadian students explore role of CSME
Nineteen tertiary level students from Grenada are in Belize to find out more about the Caribbean Single Market and Economy. A closing ceremony took place last night and Love News spoke with Salas Hamilton from the CARICOM Secretariat. Salas Hamilton - CARICOM Secretariat "To really in a practical, in the field activity, find out what [�]
Belize City Mayor responds to political opponent's comments on taxes
Mayor Darrell Bradley says that in regards to comments made by his political opponent made Kareem Musa, that Caribbean shores pays the lion's share of taxes in the city, Bradley says that while Caribbean shores may pay more in relation to the average person, he would not refer to it in that manner. Mayor Darrell [�]
Composer Frankie Reneau in concert at the Bliss
Renowned composer and pianist Frankie Reneau is in Belize and tonight the Bliss Center for the performing arts is expected to be packed to capacity for his annual concert. Love News stopped by to find out from Reneau what is in store for the Belizean public. Frankie Reneau - Composer/Pianist "The program features quite a [�]
