Waves of Tropical Storm Matthew Pound San Pedro

    With the storm entering land on southern Belize, island residents did not expect much tropical storm conditions on Ambergris Caye. This morning there were a few storm showers and high winds, but what was most impressive was the storms surge that created waves up to five feet high and double that outside the reef. Some boat owners who did not move their vessels from the front part of the island were caught off guard by the high waves that threatened to damage their boats. There has also been a lot of beach erosion and damage to piers. There have been no damages to structures on land but low-lying neighborhoods like San Mateo and San Pedrito are being affected by high tide, making their passage in and out of their homes impassable.

Baby Daniel Estel Sends Smiles to San Pedro

A very happy grandmother, Mel Spain sent over these pictures to Ambergris Today this morning as Baby Daniel is doing so much better after his transplant in Colombia, SA. Here he is smiling at the camera and showing signs of much improvement and well being. We wish Baby Daniel a speedy recovery.

 

Mel Spain - "He has an infection but he is getting over it. He is still in the ICU but that's the best place for him now. We had gotten a new bill for $60,000 but thank GOD for a foundation in New York that gave us $25,000. We need to come up with the balance. If anyone wants to help, they still can. We have gotten a lot of help from the people of San Pedro and I would really like to take this opportunity to say Many Thanks to everyone who has helped in any way."

Baby Daniel Belize Bank Account: 238350
Thank You!

New Gallery and Video, Independence Day Parade

Another great Independence Day Gallery with even more new pictures. Click on image to visit Gallery at Ambergris Today Online. Watch video below!

Gabriela Nuñez - New Teen Talk Reporter

AT's New Teen Talk Reporter - Gabriela Nuñez

 Red, White and Blue

    Red, white and blue - those are the colors that make up our country; a country that is filled with diversity, a young nation that is full of life. We should all be proud to live in a land where we have freedom of speech, a country where our resources aren’t limited, a country that has struggled and moved forward to what is it is today.

    I am a proud born Belizean who feels pride at the sound of my anthem and yearn for it to touch the hearts of others, for them to feel pride as well, "United and Proud – Moving Forward – I Am Belize"

    With all these holidays and the September celebration fever I was able to ask a few of the teens “What makes you proud to be a Belizean ?” and this is what they were willing to answer.

    Emilie - I am proud to be a Belizean because of our talented and amicable people, gorgeous environment and our diverse culture. There’s no place like Belize and I wouldn’t change it for anything.

    Yesenia - The unique beauty and cultures, the beautiful lands and the people are friendly; there is no other like Belize.

    Allison - The fact that we have a beautiful Caribbean country is one of the key reasons why I'm a proud Belizean. Also, our culture has a very extraordinary way of celebrating special events which makes all Belizeans proud and willing to participate and support in unison. Belize is unique and I'm very proud to be called a Belizean

    Michelle – Its beauty - Belize makes me who I am. The Belizean in me will always be in me if I go anywhere in the world. Belize will always be my home.

    Brianna - I am a proud Belizean because of our country’s beauty we are blessed with.

    Janelle - There are many reasons that make me proud to be a Belizean, but things that make me feel extra special are the things Mother Nature has blessed us with. Our abundance of flora and fauna, our great barrier reef, and of course the traditional people that keep the Belizean culture alive year after year!

    Roxette – I am proud to be a Belizean because I am proud to be part in the rich culture Belize has - its natural beauty, ancient history, rich ethnicity and friendly faces. It may have its flaws but I could not imagine living anywhere else.

    Jesica – I am proud of living in a wonderful island, a wonderful paradise. But what I’m mostly proud of is of all the friendly people. Everyone is there for each other no matter what; Que Viva Belice!

    Cindy – I’m proud because Belize is the best country ever; I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. Belize is a Paradise.

    Erick - I am proud to be a Belizean because whenever I am singing the national anthem and watching our Belizean flag being raised up high I can say that Belize has achieved so much.

I AM BELIZE! YOU ARE BELIZE! WE ARE ALL BELIZE! I hope you all enjoyed your Happy Tenth and Twenty first celebrations 2010!

Girls of SPHS showing patriotism on National Colors Day!

Wine Tasting at D Sea

The newly opened D Sea Convenience Store held a Wine and Cheese tasting event this past Saturday, September 18. Located by the sea and with its comfortable veranda, the convenience store was the perfect setting for the tasting event, as attendants mingled and relaxed in the perfect tropical atmosphere.

    The event was largely successful as clearly over 150 people turned out to sample wine that was provided by Premium Wines and Spirits which is located on Barrier Reef Drive, outside Fido’s Courtyard.

    “We appreciate every single person who came out tonight,” commented Dominic of D Sea Convenience Store. “Special thanks to Premium Wines and Spirits for helping to make this a hugely successful and unforgettable evening!”

    Look out for other excellent events at D Sea, which is promising more great gathering like this one. The convenience store is located in front of Amigos Del Mar and next to Lily’s Treasure Chest. 

 

  

  

 

 

All Eyes Back Out into the Caribbean!!

All eyes are back out at sea monitoring the Caribbean as another tropical disturbance has projected paths targeting Belize. Please pay close attention to this developing bad weather system, which forecasters have an 80% chance developing into a more organized tropical storm. Storm Plus is another great weather website that has interactive weather maps and great hurricane tracking information that can help you monitor and prepare for incoming storms. Click on image to visit Storm Plus Website.

Other Great Websites:
Crown Weather Service
Weather Underground

High-Spirited Independence Day Parade!

San Pedro went all out on Independence Day Parade, producing one of the most spectacular parades to date. The rain came pouring down but that did not dampen the spirits as the parade revelers kept on jumping and dancing. Everybody had a fantastic time! Huge Gallery Coming soon on Ambergris Today Online!

Congratulations to this year's parade winners:
Best Float
Isla Bonita Elementary - First Place
Ambergris Caye Elementary - Second Place
Wings - Third Place

Best Organized Group
Isla Bonita Elementary - First Place
ABC Pre School - Second Place
Island Academy - Third Place

Ambergris Caye Elementary

Island Academy

ABC Pre School

Isla Bonita Elementary School

Saga Humane Society

Independence Eve Ceremony

Long Live Belize!

San Pedro AIDS Commission members were the torch bearers

Hon. Heredia and Mayoress Elsa Paz inspect the Belize Coast Guards



Miss San Pedro - Natasha Staurt escorted by Deputy Mayor Pablo Ico

Belize Coast Guard Gun Salute

Raising of the Belizean Flag by the Coast Guards