 
by Wil Alamilla Our patriotic celebrations were highlight on September 19th with the election of Miss San Pedro 1997/98. Not even the rain kept San Pedranos from attending this prestigious event and to cheer their favorite contestant. San Pedro's #1 master of ceremonies, Mr. Angel Nuñez accompanied by Ms. Diona Armstrong welcomed on stage a flavour of Belizean culture and heritage displayed by the four beautiful contestants. Janellie Lizama represented the Crystal Skull of Belize, Miss Neley Perez represented Pottery, Miss Sandra Gutierrez represented Gem Stones and Miss Vanya Vasquez represented the Jade Head. Culture was followed by ecstasy when the contestants appeared on stage in their swim wear. To conclude the Miss San Pedro Contest, a flow of elegance decorated the stage when the contestants appeared in their evening gowns. At the end it was 16 year old Vanya Vasquez who emerged as winner. Vanya won the hearts of the judges with elegance, grace and intelligence. Miss Nelay Perez won 1st runner up and Miss Photogenic and Miss Sandra Gutierrez was named Miss Amity. San Pedro Town expresses gratitude to the panel of judges responsible for selecting our New Miss San Pedro 1997/98: Mrs. Jamilla Mohammed, Mrs. Judy Bremekamp Leslie, Mrs. Jean Shaw, Miss Sharon Dominguez and Mrs. Gildardo Cardona. Thanks to the sponsors, Nova - Miss Janellie Lizama, San Pedro Hardware - Miss Nelay Perez, Graniel's Cabinet Shop - Miss Sandra Gutierrez and Ramon's Village - Vanya Vasquez. Vanya Vasquez, Miss San Pedro 1997/98, received a round trip ticket to Cancun for two and 1000 pesos courtesy of Bonanza, a pair of gold earrings courtesy of Mel Spain, dinner for two at Journey's End and a gold chain and bracelet set from the September Celebrations Committee. Runner up, Miss Neley Perez received a round trip ticket to Punta Gorda courtesy of Maya Airways, accommodations and meals courtesy of Mr. Duwayne Wagner and one mountain bike courtesy of San Pedro Super Market.
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