Heritage Bank Limited Clarifies Misleading Reports on Share Sale

Curiosity and concerns ran high last night when the possible sale of Heritage Bank Limited
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US Embassy Grants $1 Million to Belize NGOs for Vital

The US Embassy distributed one million dollars in grants today during a special ceremony at
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Suspicion Arises as Dangriga Home Goes Up in Flames

A mother of four in Dangriga is devastated after her house was set on fire
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Businesswoman Protests Western Dairies’ Park Permit in Belmopan

Vicky Gabourel is a businesswoman in Belmopan who is threatening to draft a petition protesting
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Belize’s Minister Appeals to UN for Aid in Haitian Crisis

Minister Courtenay also spoke on the crisis in Haiti, appealing to the United Nations to
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Belize’s Foreign Affairs Minister Critiques UN Security Council

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eamon Courtenay, presented at the United Nation’s General Assembly this past
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Foreign Affairs Minister Addresses Cuba Sanctions

Courtenay also spoke on the lifting of the embargo against Cuba, the inclusion and acceptance
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Miss Earth Belize Crowned, Focused on Environmental Advocacy

The twenty-third Miss Earth Pageant is set to be held in Vietnam in December and
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Oceana Awaits Government Decision on Offshore Drilling Referendum

Oceana and the rest of Belize are awaiting feedback from the government on whether a
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Salvadoran Delegation Bolsters Trade Ties with Belize in Official Visit

A Salvadoran delegation led by El Salvador’s Minister of Agriculture, Oscar Enrique Guardado Calderon, is
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Belize Seeks to Capitalize on Rice Export Opportunity

There is great potential for Belize to increase its exportation of rice.  With India’s recent
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Logging Company Rax Mu Qiche Gives Back to Toledo Community

Conejo Creek in the Toledo District has a brand new community center, thanks to the
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Opposition Leader Moses Shyne Barrow’s Washington DC Visit

Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow, returned from Washington DC where he spoke on
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Belize Establishes Diplomatic Relations with The Gambia and Solomon Islands

Belize has reopened its Belize Consulate in New York adjacent to the Permanent Mission of
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Non-Communicable Diseases a Leading Cause of Death in Belize

According to data from the Ministry of Health and Wellness, non communicable diseases represent three
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Accused Rapist Remanded to Belize Central Prison After Bail Revoked

Thirty-four-year-old Ronlee Petillo has been remanded to the Belize Central Prison, after having his bail
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Major Upgrades Planned for George Price Highway with CDB Support

Representatives from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) are in Belize this week to discuss major
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Ministry of Sustainable Development Technical Staff Trained in Disaster Management

Technical staff from the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management have
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World Pharmacist Day Celebrates Vital Role in Belizean Healthcare

World Pharmacist Day has been observed every year since 2009, and while the Ministry of
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Belize Lady Jaguars Secure Victory in Concacaf Gold Cup Qualifiers

Belize National Senior Women’s Football Team the Lady Jaguars has secured another victory in the
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Heritage Bank Limited Considers Offers for Potential Sale

Heritage Bank Limited (HBL) is entertaining offers from potential buyers.  The news comes eight years
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El Salvador’s Agriculture Minister Visits Belize, Progress on Bilateral Agreement

El Salvador’s Minister of Agriculture, Oscar Enrique Guardado Calderon, is in Belize with a delegation
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Will Belize deploy troops to crisis-hit Haiti ?

Belize is preparing to deploy members of its security forces to assist in the crisis
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Social Security Board to Lend $20.4 Million for Public Administration

The Social Security Board (SSB) has announced its plans to lend twenty point four million
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Government Addresses Backlog in Payments to Retired Public Officers

The issue of retired public officers not receiving monies owed to them by the Government
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Director of Department of Youth Services Resigns Amid Controversy

Tonight, the Department of Youth Services is without a director after Kevin Cadle resigned from
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People’s United Party Makes Decision on Belize City Mayor Endorsement

Tonight, there is still much speculation as it relates to whether the People’s United Party
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Uncertainty Surrounds People’s United Party Decision on Belize City Mayor

The final decision is yet to be announced from the People’s United Party regarding Allan
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Prime Minister Clarifies Payment Status of Area Representative Amid Scandal

Prime Minister John Briceno has doubled down on his statement that Area Representative Andre Perez
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Leader of Belize Territorial Volunteers Calls for Toledo East Area

Leader of the Belize Territorial Volunteers, Will Maheia, says it’s time for Toledo East Area
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Altercation Leaves Belmopan Resident Dead, Suspect in Custody

A Belmopan resident is dead and another is in police custody pending charges after an
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Fire Destroys Two Homes in Dangriga’s Lakeland Area

Two homes were destroyed by fire last night in the Lakeland area of Dangriga Town.
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People’s Constitution Commission Assured of Funding for Its Work

Minister of Public Service, Constitutional & Political Reform, Henry Charles Usher has assured that the
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Belize Officially Recognizes Robotics as a Sport

For almost ten years, Belize has been steadily making a name for itself locally and
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Man Sentenced to Prison for Shoplifting Air Fresheners

A fifty-five-year-old man caught shoplifting air fresheners has been sentenced to three months in prison.
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Teenager Remanded for Alleged Cell Phone Robbery

A nineteen-year-old Belize City resident has been remanded to the Belize Central Prison for allegedly
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Belize City Resident Granted Bail for Marijuana Possession

Eighteen-year-old Belize City resident Alonzo Myers is out on bail after being arrested and charged
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Man Accused of Sexual Assault on Minor Released on Bail

A man accused of inappropriately touching a ten-year-old girl is out on bail. Thirty-two-year-old Alguin
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Fifteen-Year-Old Makes History as Youngest Winner of Belize Open Golf

Fifteen-year-old Aydan Lizarraga has made golf history in Belize by becoming the youngest Belizean ever
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TIDE Reports Success in Yellow-Headed Parrot Conservation Efforts

TIDE’s Terrestrial Protected Areas Manager, Mario Muschamp, has reported some successes in their program to
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Road Improvement Project Begins on George Price Highway in Cayo

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing has announced that works have begun for a
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Deputy Mayor Allan Pollard Sparks Controversy with Independence Day Campaign

Unity and politics, it’s a rare combination when it involves opposing sides.  This proved true
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High Court may resume normal operations come Monday

The Belize Criminal High Court may be back to a full staff come Monday.  By
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People’s Constitution Commission Clarifies Funding Situation Amidst Reports of Delays

The People’s Constitution Commission (PCC) has come forward to address a report that the work
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Mayor Palacio’s 14-Minute Independence Day Address Raises Eyebrows

The official Independence Day ceremony began just after ten o’clock yesterday morning in the capital
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Prime Minister Lightens Mood at Independence Day Ceremony Amid Opposition

Prime Minister John Briceno delivered his keynote remarks after Barrow’s presentation, and made light of
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Leader of the Opposition Addresses Economic Liberation and National Issues

Leader of the Opposition, Moses Barrow, tackled several national issues in his 27-minute speech ranging
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Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner Outlines Downtown Transformation Plans

Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner had his own keynote address that he delivered in the
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Belize City Council’s City Bash Draws Crowds for Independence Day

And while politicians were busy hashing it out in Belmopan, Belize City residents were dancing
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Municipalities Commemorate Belize’s 42nd Independence Anniversary

Various municipalities across the country held official ceremonies yesterday to commemorate the forty-second anniversary of
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Investigation Launched Into Belize City House Fire

The police and fire departments have launched an investigation into a fire that gutted a
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Salvation Army’s Major Jonathan Kellman Bids Farewell to Belize

The Salvation Army is bidding farewell to its District Commander Major Jonathan Kellman. Major Kellman,
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Social Security Board Updates Media on Investments and Benefits

Today, the Social Security Board gathered members of the media to provide an update on
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Senior Citizen Spared Prison Time in Firearm Offense Case

Today, a Senior Citizen who is employed as a security guard was spared prison time
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Man Remanded to Belize Central Prison in Connection with Shooting

A Belize City man has been remanded to the Belize Central Prison, after beign charged
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Belize City Resident Out on Bail After Alleged Burglary

Belize City resident, twenty-six-year-old Byron Flowers, has is out on bail after being accused of
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NEXGEN Supports Education with Backpacks and Internet Scholarships Initiative

The cable and internet service provider, NEXGEN, is supporting education through an initiative to deliver
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Belize Government Sues Former Minister and UDP Stalwart for $6

Six million dollars – that’s how much the Government of Belize is suing former Minister
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Family Court and Attorney General’s Ministry Discuss Key Amendment to

Today, the Attorney General’s Ministry met with the Director of the Family Court and the
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Activist Attorney Audrey Matura Addresses Prosecutors’ Sick-Out and Security Concerns

Activist/Attorney Audrey Matura has weighed in on the perceived sick-out by the prosecutors.  She noted
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Attorney General Believes Prosecutors Genuinely Ill Amidst Alleged Sick-Out

While the actions of the crown counsels have been perceived by many as industrial action,
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Belize Marks 12th Anniversary of George Price’s Passing with National

Today marks twelve years since the Right Honorable George Price passed away.  He died at
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Belize Forest Department Highlights Ecosystem Benefits in Mountain Pine Ridge

Yesterday, the Belize Forest Department gathered stakeholders and partners in nature conservancy within the Mountain
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Minister Andre Perez’s Salary Issue Resolved Amidst Scandal

Minister Andre Perez remains on leave after being caught in a scandal involving allegations of
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Public Service Union President Comments on BNTU’s Ruth Shoman’s Resignation

President of the Public Service Union also spoke on the resignation of former President of
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Over 11,000 Attend Expo Belize Market Place 2023

Over eleven thousand people attended the Expo Belize Market Place 2023. That’s the latest update
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Belize City Council Opens Rehabilitated Pickstock Street on National Service

Today, as a part of celebrations for National Service Day, the Belize City Council opened
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Belize City Council Hosts Movie Day for Elderly in Honor

They are called by many names: the elderly, older persons, and even golden citizens. Today
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Gwen Lizarraga High School Provides Care Package to Community Member

Gwen Lizarraga High School as part of their annual activities for National Service Day, put
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Salvadoran National Awaits Deportation After Failing to Comply with Visitor’s

A Salvadoran national is awaiting deportation after being charged for failing to comply with the
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Dangriga Health Fair Focuses on Mental Health Awareness

The Department of Youth Services collaborated with several community organizations to organize a health fair
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Muffles College Celebrates 70th Anniversary in Orange Walk

Muffles College in Orange Walk is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year.  The educational institution
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Burglary at Trinidadian Judge’s Home in Belize Raises Concerns

The home of a Trinidadian Judge was burglarized this morning in Lord’s Bank, Belize District.
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New Guatemalan Ambassador Presents Credentials to Belize Governor General

A new Guatemalan Ambassador to Belize presented his credentials to the Governor General.  His Excellency
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Prime Minister Briceno Addresses UN General Assembly on Poverty Reduction

Prime Minister John Briceno is at the United Nations in New York, USA, attending the
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Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde Addresses G-77 and China Summit

On Friday, we told you of the Deputy Prime Minister’s travel to Cuba for the
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Couple Remanded to Belize Central Prison for Ammunition Found in

A couple of Camalote Village, Cayo District was shown no mercy when they appeared in
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Belize City Mayor’s Endorsement Uncertain for Upcoming Municipal Elections

Belize City Mayor Bernard Wagner is standing his ground about wanting and endorsement for his
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Prime Minister Briceno Attends Belize Dallas Day in Texas

Prior to traveling to New York, Prime Minister Briceno made a brief stop into Dallas,
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Belize’s Family-Friendly Vacation Offerings Featured in International Travel Blog

Belize’s tourism product continues to make headlines on the world stage. Recently, the country  was
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PAHO Launches Healthy Lifestyle Caravan in Belize for Improved Healthcare

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Ministry of Health and Wellness is increasing access to
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New Ambassadors Present Credentials to Belize Governor General

Aside from the Guatemalan Ambassador, there were two others who presented their letters of credence
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Ellison Chavez Receives 2023 Manuel Heredia Scholarship

Ellison Chavez of Belize Rural South is the recipient of the 2023 Manuel Heredia Scholarship. 
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Police Seek Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Dona Gonzalez in

Police are on the hunt for 25-year-old Fibriel Savala, a suspect in the murder of
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Family Seeks Justice After Loved One Dies from Injuries in

A family in the Cayo District is demanding justice for their loved one, who died
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Marlyn Vansen Wins National Song Competition with Patriotic Anthem

Marlyn Vansen is the winner of this year’s National Song Competition. The festive event was
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Annual September Criterium Attracts Cyclists to Belize City Streets

The Belize Tourism Board and the Belize Cycling Federation teamed up this weekend to hold
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Recap of 2023 Belize Market Expo: A Highlight of September

Over the weekend, one of the biggest events on the September Celebrations calendar, the 2023
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Prime Minister Briceño Leads Belize Delegation to UN SDG Summit

Prime Minister John Briceño has departed the country today for New York City. The Prime
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Belize Parliament Discusses Code of Ethics Amid Elected Officials’ Misconduct

With the recent revelations of untoward conduct by elected officials, serious discussions have begun within
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