A fire broke out this afternoon on Mayflower Street in Belize City. The fire destroyed a wooden and zinc structure. Shana Tillett, one of the residents, was notified of the fire while at work and returned to find her home burnt down. Firefighters were seen on
Two police officers have been detained in connection to the recent drug plane landing in southern Belize. As we reported, authorities discovered the remains of the drug plane, which was deliberately set on fire after landing on a makeshift airstrip in the remote Toledo District near
Lead contamination has been found in outdoor fitness equipment across Belize, prompting concerns over public health risks. As we reported, the Ministry of Health and Wellness issued a directive to remove outdoor fitness equipment across Belize after tests revealed excessive lead levels. The equipment, painted yellow
Pastor Loyd Stanford of Queen Street Baptist Church provided an update on the church's recovery and rebuilding efforts following the recent fire. He confirmed that the cleanup of the building went smoothly, with significant assistance from members of the Belize City Council, who helped for
A veteran police officer has been officially discharged from the Belize Police Department. The officer’s termination follows an internal review process. The letter says, "In light of the serious nature of the allegations against you, the impact on the reputation of the Belize Police Department, and
Moses "Shyne" Barrow, former Leader of the Opposition has taken legal steps against Hot Off The Press – Belize, a Facebok blog, for defamation. The law firm Pitts Pitts & Associates, representing Barrow, issued a cease and desist letter on March 27, 2025, demanding the
Earlier this month, a concerned citizen found a struggling baby tapir near La Gracia Village in the Cayo District. A wildfire had swept through the area, and amid the chaos, this tiny calf was found alone, her mother nowhere in sight. Her rescuer saw that she
Authorities have uncovered the remains of a drug plane, deliberately set ablaze after landing on a makeshift airstrip in the remote Toledo District. The aircraft, believed to have been used for smuggling, landed earlier this week in the Graham Creek area, near the Guatemalan border. Images
The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) has issued an urgent directive to municipalities across Belize following the discovery of excessive lead (Pb) in outdoor fitness equipment located in parks nationwide. The letter said, "It has been brought to our attention that a number of the
Women from all walks of life gathered to discuss an often-overlooked yet significant topic: menopause. The event aimed to break the stigma surrounding this natural phase, offering education, support, and a sense of empowerment to those experiencing it. Many left feeling more prepared to navigate
