Today, the students at Stella Maris School received care packages during a brief handing-over ceremony. Each package included personal care items, a bag, and a water bottle. This generous gesture was made possible through a collaboration between the school and four other organizations. News Five’s
There are over two thousand abandoned lots scattered across Belize City. Following a structural fire that started in one of these abandoned houses, the National Fire Service has urged the Belize City Council to take swift action against the property owners. Belize City Station Supervisor,
After her defeat at the polls on March twelfth, Kaya Cattouse is back at the Belize City Council, resuming her role managing the sanitation portfolio. So, how is she adjusting to her local government duties again? We asked the mayor, and here's what he had
Mayor Bernard Wagner recently returned from an official trip to Taiwan, where he led a delegation to the 2025 Smart City Summit and Expo. This global event brings together city leaders, tech pioneers, and urban planners to collaborate on the latest advancements in smart city
On Wednesday, Chief Environmental Officer Anthony Mai stated that there is no dredging happening for the Cayo Rosario project, located on an island near San Pedro. This project, which has been in the works for several years, is controversial because it's situated within the Hol
International Women’s Month is ending and earlier today, women from all walks of life gathered to openly discuss the often-taboo topic of menopause. The event, filled with heartfelt stories and expert insights, aimed to break the silence and provide much-needed support and education on this
In celebration of International Women's Month, we shine a spotlight on the incredible Belizean women making waves in the art world. From painters and sculptors to photographers and digital artists, these talented women are not only showcasing their creativity but also breaking barriers and inspiring
Gyannah Vasquez, a member of Troop 27 Santa Elena Jaguar Scouts, has become the "first-ever Scout in Belize to earn the prestigious Bird Watching Badge." The Belize Audubon Society announced her achievement on social media, congratulating her "on making history". It added, "Gyannah’s dedication, patience, and
Yolanda Saldívar, convicted of murdering Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in 1995, has been denied parole by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. The board cited the brutality and violent nature of the crime, stating that Saldívar poses a continuing threat to public safety. Her next
Frontline healthcare workers at the Northern Regional Hospital received a donation of 14,000 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) gowns. The donation was presented this morning by Prime Minister John Briceño and the Minister of Health and Wellness, Kevin Bernard. Felix Rhaburn, regional health manager, confirmed the donation, stating,
