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03/03/2025

Black Orchid Resort celebrates 20 years of hospitality in Belize

Black Orchid Resort is celebrating a major milestone, marking 20 years as one of Belize’s top eco-friendly hospitality destinations.

03/03/2025

Modern Belize Owes a Debt of History to the Paleo-Indians

Paleo-Indians refer to the first group of people who are believed to have crossed into the Americas. The world was very different during this period.

03/03/2025

Missing Guatemalan children believed concealed by cult members in Belize, Police warn

The Belize Police Department has issued an urgent appeal to the public for assistance in locating missing Guatemalan children believed to be concealed within Belizean territory by members of a suspected cult. Commissioner of Police Chester Williams confirmed the development and released images of th

03/03/2025

8-year-old reports attempted abduction in San Pedro; Police investigate

A 23-year-old man accused of attempting to lure an 8-year-old girl away from a store in San Pedro was stopped by bystanders and handed over to police, authorities said Sunday.

03/03/2025

Beloved Courts Belize employee Marvin Albeno passes away, community mourns his loss

By Horace Palacio: San Ignacio is mourning the loss of Marvin Albeno, a dedicated employee at Courts, who passed away after battling a severe health condition. His family confirmed his passing on Sunday, March 2, 2025, following a community-driven effort to support his medical care. In recent day

02/03/2025

Did murder of Raheem Usher mimic drug cartel-related executions?

By Aaron Humes: Despite speculation linking the murder of Raheem Usher to drug cartels, Commissioner of Police Chester Williams expressed skepticism. "I can say—and I hope that I am right—that this was not done by any cartel, but rather by locals trying to make it look like cartel activity," he ...

02/03/2025

Student Bella Lopez, 15, reported missing

By Aaron Humes: Police and Crimestoppers are asking to please be on the lookout for a 15-year-old Belize City student, Bella Lopez. She was last seen on Monday, February 24. Bella is Hispanic, clear-skinned, stands five feet 4 inches and weighs 150 pounds. If you have seen her or know wher

02/03/2025

Perseverance, Passion and Pride: Belizean Jeovanni Molina II graduates with major awards in automotive technology from Universal Technical Institute in Arizona

By Jacqueline Sutherland: Education serves as a bridge to opportunities, and it is with utmost pride and merriment that one young Belizean, Jeovanni Molina II, is being celebrated for his remarkable achievement in his pursuit of such prospects. On Friday, February 28th, 2025, Jeovanni, a student fro

02/03/2025

Body found in Ladyville

By Aaron Humes: Police are investigating the discovery of a dead body earlier today in Ladyville Village. The body was located along the Old Well Road in a body of water. Reports from the area suggested it is starting to smell, indicating recent activity. Police investigations are underway.

02/03/2025

Robbery at Reimers Feed Mill shocks San Ignacio community

By Aaron Humes: A brazen midday robbery at Reimers Feed Mill located in the Savannah area has left the local community reeling. The incident occurred on Saturday, March 1, at approximately 12:07 PM, when two masked men entered the store armed and prepared to intimidate both customers and staff. A

02/03/2025

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02/03/2025

Belizean cyclist Derrick Chavarria competes in final stage of Dominican Republic Independence Tour

Derrick Chavarria, orange, won Stage 5 of the 46th Vuelta Ciclística Independencia Nacional in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Friday, February 28, 2025 - Photo Credit: Pikin Dollar Media live stream screenshot By Rubén Morales Iglesias: Belizean cyclist Derrick Chavarria is currently compe

02/03/2025

Premier League of Belize: Port Loyola take on Wagiya in crucial clash in Belize City Sunday

Photo Credit: Port Layola FC By Rubén Morales Iglesias: Port Loyola tackle Wagiya on Sunday at 4:00 pm at the Marion Jones Sports Complex in Belize City, closing Week 7 of the Premier League of Belize 2024-2025 Closing Championship. In the first round, Port Loyola defeated Wagiya 3-1 in Dangri

02/03/2025

Premier League of Belize: Progresso drop Belmopan 2-0

Progresso's Wálter Gómez, left, and Jhon Vásquez Vergara, right, scored against Wagiya on Saturday, March 1, 2025 - Photo Credit: Progresso FC By Rubén Morales Iglesias: Progresso secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Belmopan at the Isidoro Beaton Stadium in Belmopan in Week 7 of the Premier Le...

02/03/2025

Premier League of Belize: San Pedro Pirates, Verdes play to dramatic 2-2 draw at Ambergris Stadium

San Pedro Pirates, blue, against Verdes on November 9, 2024, at Ambergris Stadium in San Pedro, during 2024-2025 Opening Championship Semifinal - Photo Credit: San Pedro Pirates/Tom Cawthon By Rubén Morales Iglesias: In Week 7 of the Premier League of Belize 2024-2025 Closing Championship, San Pe

02/03/2025

Power outage alert: BEL to cut electricity in Orange Walk & Corozal for maintenance works

Residents of Orange Walk and parts of Corozal should expect a power outage on Sunday, March 2, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) performs maintenance at the Orange Walk Substation.

02/03/2025

Venezuela tests Guyana’s borders again – What this means for Belize and CARICOM

Tensions between Guyana and Venezuela have escalated once again after a Venezuelan Coast Guard vessel entered Guyanese waters on Saturday morning, broadcasting warnings to vessels operating in the area. The act has raised serious security concerns for CARICOM nations, including Belize, which has fac

02/03/2025

Sunny skies and warm temperatures continue in Belize

Belizeans and visitors can look forward to another day of stunning weather, as fair and mostly dry conditions continue across the country. The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies today, with clear to partly cloudy skies tonight. Rainfall remains unlikely, making this an excellent day for outdoor a