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25/11/2024

BOOM JUNCTION, BELIZE DISTRICT

25/11/2024

THANKSGIVING DINNER SPECIAL

Treat yourself to a delicious Thanksgiving feast!

📍 Menu Includes:
• Coconut Rice & Beans
• Baked Turkey & Ham
• Stuffing & Cranberry
• Potato Salad
• Dessert

💲 Price: $15

📅 Date: November 28, 2024

🚚 Free Delivery in Belize City

Place your orders now on WhatsApp: 674-6475 and let us bring the holiday joy to your doorstep!

25/11/2024

SHYNE REPLACES BEV WITH DAVID

Beverly Williams, former Area Representative for Belize Rural Central, will not be on the UDP’s ticket in the next election.

She has been replaced by UDP Leader Shyne Barrow with political rookie David Almendarez.

Almendarez, has often been described as simply the man with the biggest mouth in the room.

However, aside from that, he remains a largely unknown and obscure figure.

Nobody knows the guy.

In terms of Bev, her departure follows her support for Tracy Panton and the Alliance for Democracy.

This move led to her expulsion from the UDP, alongside key figures Patrick Faber, John Saldivar, and Panton herself.

Reports suggest that the UDP will soon announce replacements for the other expelled members.

We are hearing that Panton will be replaced with a man well known in the party.

If Panton and Faber decide to still run after their replacements have been named, the PUPs will have the advantage in both constituencies.

In Belmopan, if Saldivar runs or not, the UDP will lose again to Oscar Mira.

25/11/2024

GUNFIRE ERUPTS AT BLACK BERRY ESTATE IN BURRELL BOOM

Black Berry Estate in Burrell Boom was the scene of intense gunfire last night as police pursued armed criminals.

Reports indicate that three armed men targeted the estate, stealing a Toyota Hilux.

Law enforcement officers were called to the scene and immediately launched a pursuit, resulting in an exchange of gunfire.

The chase came to an abrupt end when the driver of the stolen Hilux lost control of the vehicle and abandoned it, fleeing on foot.

Police investigations into the incident are ongoing.

25/11/2024

HUSBAND AND WIFE SHOT UP

Our newsroom has confirmed that there was a shooting in Libertad, Corozal last night.

We understand that Reyna Rubicela Tobar Castañeda and her husband Gomez were both injured.

According to our sources one was injured to the foot and the other to the hip.

A motive has not yet been established.

25/11/2024

📢 Invitation for Bids! 📢

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) invites eligible bidders to submit sealed bids for Infrastructure Works at the Stann Creek ITVET in Hope Creek Village, Stann Creek District under BNTF 10.

🔨 Scope of Works:

1. Roof Rehabilitation: Five buildings ranging from 3,600 ft² to 6,200 ft²
2. Concrete Roof Repairs & Sealing: Administration, Culinary Arts, and Hospitality Management Buildings
3. New Construction: Small bathroom on the ground floor of the Administration Building
4. Upgrades: Window and door replacements, plumbing, site works, and electrical system updates
5. Mezzanine Construction: New 1,600 ft² floor in the Mechanical Trades Workshop, housing two classrooms with electrical and air conditioning setup

🗓 Key Dates:

1. Pre-bid Meeting: November 15th, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Stann Creek ITVET, Hope Creek Village, Stann Creek District (Bidders encouraged to attend)
2. Bid Submission Deadline: December 9th, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

All bids must include a Bid Security of BZD $5,000.00 and must be clearly marked as follows:

📩 "Bid for the Infrastructure Works for the Stann Creek ITVET, Hope Creek Village, Stann Creek District, Belize, BNTF 10"

Contact Information:
Angeles Itzab
Senior Procurement Officer
Social Investment Fund
4253 Hummingbird Highway, Building C, Belmopan City, Belize
📞 Tel: 822-0239/822-0508
📧 Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]

Ensure your bid submission is on time and complete. We look forward to your participation!

25/11/2024

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝘂𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱!

Seine Bight Village has a new cultural hub!

Officially opened on November 24, the Seine Bight Welcome Center will celebrate the cultural heritage and creative spirit of Seine Bight and the Placencia Peninsula.

Through a partnership between the Belize Tourism Board and the Seine Bight Village Council, this center features spaces for gift shops, a restaurant, and a Palapa for Garifuna drumming.

The opening showcased the Creative South exhibit, produced by the National Institute of Culture and History, featuring artwork by Southern Belizean artists.

At the inauguration, Hon. Anthony Mahler, Minister of Tourism and Diaspora Relations, emphasized the center’s role in cultural preservation and community growth.

Remarks were also shared by Hon. Rodwell Ferguson, Minister of Youth, Sports, and Transport; Mrs. Arreini Palacio Morgan, NICH Board Member; Mr. Jose Aleman, Chairman of Seine Bight Village; and Mr. Josue Carballo.

Courtesy Belize Tourism Board

24/11/2024

HELP NEEDED TO RECOVER STOLEN MOTORCYCLE IN BELMOPAN

A Belmopan resident is seeking assistance in locating her stolen motorcycle, last seen in the Las Flores area between 8:30 and 9:00 PM before she went to bed last night.

The bike features a distinct sticker on the right side, which was present at the time of its disappearance.

Additionally, the mirrors were recently changed, which may help identify it.

While a clear image isn’t available, a reference photo has been shared for easier recognition.

The owner discovered the bike missing at 6:50 AM this morning when heading to work.

If you have any information about its whereabouts, please call 629-3007 or 623-6457.

The owner is eager to recover the bike, saying, “I worked hard for it and just want it back.”

24/11/2024

TEEN, 19, BUSTED WITH 4 CRACK PIPES

Jose Antonio Hernandez, 19, was busted with four crack pipes last Monday.

The Belama teen was chilling infront of a store on Аlbеrt Ноу Ѕtrееt when police asked him for a search.

During the search they found him in possession of four crack pipes.

He told cops he didn’t know it was against the law to have crack pipes.

Hernandez was charged and taken to court where he рlеаdеd guіltу and was fined $820.

He has until Fеbruаrу 28, 2025 to complete payments or face time in prison.

24/11/2024

“This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”

-Psalm 118:24

24/11/2024

GIRLS VANISH FROM ORANGE WALK HOME

A father in San Jose, Orange Walk, is fearing the worst after discovering that his two daughters were missing when he woke up.

They have been identified as Nelsie Diana Pech, 15, and Alison Diana Pech, 8.

Desperate for answers, Nelson Pech reported the matter to the Orange Walk Police Station.

Officers reviewed security footage from a nearby store and observed a vehicle stopping outside his residence around 5:00 a.m.

The video shows the girls leaving the house and entering the vehicle.

According to the father, he did not authorize anyone to take his children.

He suspects the involvement of someone from their mother’s side of the family, as she is currently residing in the United States.

His greatest fear is that the girls may now be on their way to Guatemala.

According to him, just before COVID-19 struck in 2020, his ex-common-law wife had taken to the children to Guatemala without his consent.

Several months later he received a call from the children that they were left in the care of an aunt in Guatemala.

With the assistance of authorities he was able to get them back.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of the children can contact their father at 639-9977 or the Belize Police Department.

23/11/2024

POLICE ASSOCIATION DEFENDS CORPORAL ACCUSED OF DOMESTIC ABUSE?

BNN has obtained a leaked letter from the Belize Police Association Central Body addressed to the Commissioner of Police.

The letter appears to defend a corporal accused of domestic abuse and calls on the Commissioner to take action against two officers who responded to the incident.

In the letter, the corporal, a member of the association, alleges that his spouse was coerced by another officer into filing the domestic violence report against him.

He further claims that Senior Superintendent of Police Chris Noble made comments during his detention that “undermined trust and morale” within the department.

According to the corporal, Noble told him he had 13 hours of detention to reflect on whether he wanted to pursue a path that could ruin both his career and the well-being of the mother of his children.

While the remarks may not have been delivered tactfully, it is understandable given the serious nature of the matter.

The incident in question occurred on November 3rd, when police responded to a domestic dispute at the corporal’s home in Orange Walk.

Reports indicate the altercation began when the corporal punched his common-law-wife, who retaliated by hitting him with a Lasko fan, accidentally injuring one of their children in the process.

On November 20th, the corporal was charged with common assault, while his spouse faced a charge of harm.

However, both parties withdrew the charges against each other during their court appearance.

Citing concerns for the safety of the couple’s two children, the Magistrate ordered a social inquiry report.

The Department of Human Services subsequently removed one child from the home and placed them with a relative.

Additionally, the Magistrate mandated that both parents undergo counseling and parenting classes before regaining access to the child.

This household has a troubling history of domestic abuse, with multiple protection orders issued in the past.

In 2022, the Special Envoy, Ladyville Highlights, and other organizations intervened to assist the woman after she shared her story publicly on Facebook.

Despite this intervention, two years later, the situation remains unresolved.

This statement by the Police Association raises questions about its priorities.

BNN contacted the President of the Police Association, Sgt Lyons , who has distanced himself from the leaked letter and its contents.

According to him it bears no signature and so he cannot verify who sent it.

However, he maintains that he does not support the letter and will be meeting with his team to determine who wrote it and who leaked it to the various media.

23/11/2024

Reggae Boyz FC is the birth child of household brand Reggae Sundays Bz.

It is a First Division team comprising of some of Belize’s finest amateur footballers emanating from all walks of the Country with one dream and one mission in mind.

That is, to promote safe and enjoyable sports in Belize whilst showcasing raw talent to knock the socks off its fans!

23/11/2024

Earlier this week I traveled to Guyana to represent Belize and PM Briceño at the CARICOM/INDIA SUMMIT.

At this important and historic summit, CARICOM leaders had the opportunity to engage directly with PM Modi of India on exciting projects and programs being proposed by India for our Caricom region.

Belize is expected to benefit greatly from a number of these important initiatives.

In Guyana I used the opportunity to officially open our BELIZE HIGH COMMISSION OFFICE which is being headed by our High Commissioner in Guyana H.E. GALE MILLER GARNETT.

I also had the great pleasure of meeting with our Belizean Students who are studying at the University of Guyana.

We had a great discussion over breakfast.

Our students are excited about returning home to contribute to the growth and development of our beloved Belize.

Courtesy Minister Francis Fonseca

23/11/2024

MISSING PURSE: ELDERLY WOMAN SEEKS HELP

Miss Eleanor Wright is appealing for help after losing her black purse at the Michael Finnegan Market in Belize City.

She was shopping with her grandson when she noticed the purse was missing.

The purse contained her cell phone, identification cards, and $200 in cash.

If anyone has found Miss Wright’s purse, please contact her sister at 627-9898 to arrange its return.

Let’s come together and help Miss Wright in her time of need.

23/11/2024

MAN THREATENED POLICE FOR HANGING WITH GANG RIVALS

Damion Saldano, 23, has been listed as a wanted man by police.

It is alleged that on Thursday night he and his brother visited the home of a police man on Dean Street.

There they pointed a pistol to his chest and threatened to kill him for hanging out with criminals from the Taylor’s Alley Gang.

They then fled the scene.

Notably, Saldano is from the George Street Gang and remains at odds with the Taylor’s Alley Gang.

23/11/2024

MAN RUNS FROM POLICE, CAPTURED JUMPING FENCE

On Thursday night Edward Saldano, 25, was being escorted into a police mobile but saw the opportunity and made a run for it.

He tried to jump over a fence but injured his knee and was captured by police.

It is alleged prior to his attempted escape, he and his brother visited the home of a police man on Dean Street.

They reportedly pointed a firearm to his chest and threatened to kill him for hanging out with criminals from Taylor’s Alley.

After making the threats they reportedly fled the area.

23/11/2024

FAKE LAWYER EXPOSED AFTER LOSING EVERY CASE

This is the shocking story of a fake attorney who somehow slipped through the cracks and practices law in Belize, despite glaring issues with his qualifications.

The individual claims to have earned a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from the United Kingdom sometime before 2010.

However, the legitimacy of his degree is highly questionable, as it bizarrely lists two institutions as issuers despite not being a dual degree.

Imagine graduating from the University of Belize, only for your degree to also say Wesley Junior College.

More than a decade after obtaining this questionable degree, the individual applied to the Belize Supreme Court for permission to practice law.

He relied on Section 6 of the Legal Profession Act, Revised Edition 2011, which outlines three ways to qualify as a lawyer in Belize.

The first option is to be a CARICOM national with a Bachelor of Laws and a Legal Education Certificate (LEC).

The second option is to be admitted to practice law in another CARICOM country.

The third option is to have a Bachelor of Laws, relevant legal experience, and be qualified to practice law in another CARICOM country.

This individual claimed to have an LLB, donkey’s years of legal experience, and CARICOM nationality.

However, he did not have a Legal Education Certificate and had never been admitted to practice law in another CARICOM country.

Despite these glaring deficiencies, his application was somehow approved. We are still trying to verify this approval.

Contrast this with a similar case last year, when Isaac Pitts Robateau who received an LLB in the UK, had experience, and was a national of CARICOM was denied admission.

The court ruled that he was unqualified because he had never been admitted to practice law in any CARICOM country and did not possess the LEC.

In that decision, the judge emphasized, “If anybody was admitted without being qualified to practice in a CARICOM country other than Belize, that admission was an error of law.”

We believe if the fake lawyer was approved it was in fact an error because how can a trained lawyer lose all his cases?

Despite this losing track record, this fake lawyer continues to take cases and accept payments just to lose.

We will reach out to the Bar Association on Monday for a comment.

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