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Easter Safety Tips Belize: Stay Protected While You Celebrate

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:00:12 +0000

Easter safety tips Belize are more important than ever as the holiday approaches. The Belize Police Department has shared key safety guidelines to help everyone enjoy a peaceful and secure Easter weekend—no matter where or how you choose to celebrate. To begin, never forget the golden rule: “If you drink, don’t drive.” This doesn’t apply […]

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Liquor License Restrictions Easter 2025 Announced by Belize Police

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:53:00 +0000

Liquor license restrictions Easter 2025 are officially in effect across Belize, as announced by the Belize Police Department on April 15, 2025. As Easter approaches, authorities have reminded all alcohol-selling establishments to strictly follow holiday operating guidelines. These restrictions aim to maintain public order and safety during one of the country’s most observed religious periods. […]

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Measles Cases in Belize Confirmed After Return from Mexico

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:40:42 +0000

The first measles cases in Belize since 1991 have been confirmed by the Ministry of Health & Wellness. Health officials identified two positive cases in travelers from the Corozal and Cayo districts. These individuals recently returned from a trip to Mexico. According to an official release issued on April 13, 2025, the travelers arrived in […]

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Belize Electricity Rates Increase May Take Effect by 2026

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:41:13 +0000

The proposed Belize electricity rates increase could impact households and businesses by July 2026. Belize Electricity Limited (B.E.L.) has submitted a formal request to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) seeking to raise electricity rates by three cents per kilowatt-hour. The request, filed on April 4, covers the period from January 1, 2026, to June 30, […]

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Belize Government Laptop Theft Leads to Employee Arrest

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:56:02 +0000

Authorities have made progress in the ongoing investigation into a major government laptop theft in Belize. Police have now charged a government employee in connection with the disappearance of 43 Lenovo Chromebooks, valued at more than $33,000. The devices were reported missing from the Government Bookshop on Saint Joseph Street in Belize City. Investigators identified […]

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UDP Leadership Crisis Deepens After General Election Defeat

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 02:37:52 +0000

The ongoing UDP leadership crisis has intensified just weeks after the United Democratic Party (UDP) suffered a crushing defeat in the general elections. Internal tensions have reached new heights as factions clash over leadership claims and the legitimacy of recent party meetings. On April 7, 2025, the UDP released a press statement denouncing a meeting […]

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Police Officer Charged Over Post Targeting Commissioner Chester Williams

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Fri, 04 Apr 2025 22:11:44 +0000

A police officer charged for social media posts directed at outgoing Commissioner of Police Chester Williams is now facing legal consequences. The officer, Barrington Gilbert Mai—also known as Barry Flowers—was formally arraigned for “using a computer system to publish obscene and vulgar data.” According to reports, the post appeared on April 2, 2025. It allegedly […]

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Hildebrandt Codd Still at Large After One Year on the Run

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:32:57 +0000

Belize’s most notorious fugitive, Hildebrandt Codd, has now evaded capture for an entire year. Authorities have increased the reward for information leading to his arrest to BZ $10,000 or 95,000 Pesos. Despite ongoing efforts, Codd remains at large, raising concerns about public safety. The 34-year-old convicted murderer escaped custody in December 2023 alongside another inmate […]

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Belize Police Commissioner Transition Announced

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:26:51 +0000

Belize Police Commissioner Transition is now officially underway following a high-level meeting on Wednesday. Prime Minister John Briceño, Minister of Home Affairs Kareem Musa, and Commissioner of Police Chester Williams met at 3:30 p.m. to finalize the transition timetable. The government has confirmed that a structured, one-month transition period has begun to ensure a smooth […]

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Illicit Aircraft in Belize Triggers Military Response

¿Que Pasa Corozal? — Sat, 29 Mar 2025 04:00:53 +0000

An illicit aircraft in Belize led to a rapid military response after entering national airspace late Wednesday night. Authorities are now investigating its mysterious fate. Officials detected the unidentified aircraft departing South America and tracked its flight toward Belize. This marks the second suspected drug plane landing in Belize this month. On March 2, another […]

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