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SAN IGNACIO TOWN,Cayo, Thursday, May 14,2009: Two Santa Elena boys weretoday arrested and charged forthe robbery of a Santa ElenaChinese Supermarket. San Ignacio Police say thatthey have strong evidencelinking, Albert “Black”Welcome, 20, of an Avella Streetaddress in Santa Elena andLloyden Bejerano, 19, of aGeorge Price Avenue addressalso in Santa Elena Town, to thecrime. Welcome and Bejerano will beappearing before magistrateKathlene Lewis on Friday, May15 to answer to the charge.

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SAN IGNACIO TOWN,Cayo, Thursday, May 14,2009: The Taiwanese China Post,today informed that betweenMay 27 and June 4, thePresident of China-Taiwan,Ma Ying-jeou, will be travellingto Central America. As part of his trip President MaYing-jeou will be visiting Belizefrom May 27 to May 29 and isslated to address a joint sittingof Belize’s National Assembly inBelmopan on May 28. President Ma will be in theregion to attend the June 1, 2009inauguration of El Salvador’sPresident-elect Mauricio Funes. President Ma is also slated to

make a stop over in Guatemala.He was originally slated to visitGuatemala, Honduras and ElSalvador. However, Belize was

later substituted for Honduras. Taiwan’s Deputy ForeignMinister Andrew Hsiainformed that President Ma willvisit Honduras on a second tripto Central America in July whenhe returns to the region toattend the inauguration ofPanamanian President-electRicardo Martinelli. On his first trip to CentralAmerica, the Taiwanese Presidentwill therefore be visiting threeof his country’s 6 diplomaticallies in Central America (Belize,Guatemala and El Salvador)while visits to the remainingthree (Panama, Nicaragua,and Honduras) will be on theagenda for the July 2009 visit.

masked men entered his store,held him up at gunpoint andmade off with cash and phonecards.

According to Bing Chi, the twomen each had a blue and whitehandkerchief covering their noseand mouth. One was armed witha short gun and the other wasunarmed. The armed assailant reportedlyremained in front of the counterwith the gun pointed at Bing Chiwhile the other one walkedbehind the counter and removedall the cash and phone cards

President of China-Taiwan,Ma Ying-jeou

The victimZhu Bing Chi, 18

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The low laying temporary wooden bridge, connecting the twin towns ofSanta Elena and San Ignacio, was built several years ago as a temporarycrossing while the main Hawksworth Bridge was undergoing majorrepairs. Today this bridge has evolved into anything but temporary. In fact it is of such vital importance to transportation in the west thatwhen it was out of commission for almost three weeks during the greatfloods of October 2008, the motoring public was severely inconvenienced.There were long lines of traffic on both sides of the Macal River whenthe Hawksworth Bridge was pressed into providing 2 way service. The many years of service has taken its toll on the low layingtemporary bridge. The Ministry of Works is now frequently replacingplanks and repairing the carriage way; However, the subsurface,especially some of the wooden pillars supporting the structure, havedeteriorated to the point of creating a hazardous condition. To the unsuspecting motorist who drives over the surface, all appears tobe well and fine; However, to the swimmer who recreates in the watersof the Macal River near the bridge, the deterioration is real and appearsto be an accident just waiting to happen. Except on those rear occasions when the Hawksworth Bridge is pressedinto emergency two-way operation, the low laying temporary woodenbridge is used as a crossing for all forms of vehicular and pedestriantraffic. It bears the weight of loaded petroleum carriers and cement cargotrucks while the subsurface continues to deteriorate with every passingday. Having full charge of the structure as it forms part of the nationalnetwork of roads, the Ministry of Works, no doubt is aware of thesituation. The question therefore is: When will this situation be rectifiedor are we waiting for a major accident to happen?

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BELMOPAN, Thursday, May14, 2009: The Ministry of Agricultureand Fisheries is today holding anall day National StakeholdersConsultation at the BelmopanConvention Hotel. The exercise, under the theme:“Strengthening of the NationalExtension Service” is beingattended by over 60 participantsfrom various sectors such asfarmers’ organizations, privateproviders and representatives ofthe public sector. This event is the final phaseafter recommendations from theFood and Agriculture Organiza-tion (FAO) to carry out a furtherassessment on the supply anddemand aspects of the extensionservices in Belize. The purpose then, is for theconsultants to present theirfindings and recommendationswith an emphasis on the needsand demands of the agro-productive sector. In his main address to thegathering, Chief ExecutiveOfficer in the Ministry, GabinoCanto, remarked: “In-service training for

the extension staff mustbe continuous to ensure thatthey are up dated withnew technologies such ashydroponics, greenhouseproduction, artificial insemina-tion, etc. Communicationbetween entities involved inextension service must be donecontinuously to ensure thatthere is no overlapping ofefforts or reinventing the wheel.Therefore, there is a need tobring all parties together maybetwice per year to share ideasand knowledge in what isbeen done in agriculture and

fisheries sectors. The Ministryof Agriculture and Fisheriesstands ready to work with allNGOs involved in projects in

the agriculture and fisheriessectors. I extend an invitationto you all to participate fullyin the deliberations anddiscussions this afternoon inorder for us to develop acomprehensive plan for thecountry to move forward inagricultural development.” Other speakers and presentersat today’s event include Ms.Vera Boerger, RegionalExtension Education andCommunications Officer inthe office of the Food andAgriculture Organization inChile and presentation ofextension services sub sectorreports by farmers’ organiza-tions, and representatives ofparticipating public and privatesectors.

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VACANCY Associate Principal

The Board of Governors of Sacred Heart College invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the full-time post of AssociatePrincipal. The position will be effective July 1, 2009.

The Associate Principal (non-teaching) is the chief academic officer of the high school division of Sacred Heart College. His or herresponsibilities include coordination of curriculum development, academic policies, student scheduling, teacher recruitment, teachersupervision, staff development, student registration and general administration. He or she reports to the President/Principal and attendsregular meetings of the Board as a consultant.

The Associate Principal will be a person who:

· Is familiar with and supportive of the mission of Sacred Heart College;· Is capable of working as part of the College’s senior management team which includes the Dean of the Junior College and the Vice

Principal of the High School;· Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills;· Possesses leadership and management skills;· Is a strong Academic Leader.

Education and Experience: Preference will be given to applicants who possess a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration (or relatedfield) from an accredited institution, and a minimum of five years experience in teaching or administration in the Belizean educationalsystem. Fluency in Spanish will be an asset.

Remuneration: In accordance with salary scales approved by the Ministry of Education.

Application Deadline: May 29, 2009Send or deliver completed application along with resume to:

The SecretaryBoard of Governors

Sacred Heart CollegeP.O. Box 163

San Ignacio, Cayo

BELMOPAN, Wednesday,May 13, 2009: A new ultrasound machine isnow in service at the WesternRegional Hospital in Belmopan. A press release from theMinistry of Health todayinformed that the new medicalequipment was pressed intoservice on Wednesday, May 13,2009. The equipment, valued at over44 thousand dollars, will providevital medical service to residentsof Belmopan and surroundingareas. In his address during the briefceremony on Wednesday,Minister of Health, Hon. PabloMarin said: “In January I promised tomake sure that we would haveultrasound machines in all ourhospitals by the end of the year.We are now May and I amhappy to report that we nowhave these innovative diagnos-tic machines in Corozal,Orange Walk, Belize City and

now right here in Belmopanat the Western RegionalHospital!”. Minister Marin furtherinformed that the Ministry ispleased to have invested in thismachine to provide anotherinnovative tool for our careproviders to continue to improvethe quality of services theyprovide. The range of additional

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services that this latest additionto the hospital will provideinclude: a) Confirmation of a viablepregnancy and assessment ofthe progress of that pregnancy. b) Detection of developmen-tal abnormalities in the fetus andc) Diagnosis of gallbladder

disease and Evaluation of bloodflow in blood vessels Minister Marin also tookthe opportunity, on the occasionof Nurses Week, to congratulateall nurses. He encouraged themto continue the good work,always putting the needs ofpatients first – always followingthis year’s theme “DeliveringQuality, Serving Communities,Nursing Leading Care Innova-tion.”

Minister of Health,Hon. Pablo Marin

delivering on his commitment




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The weather was very hot andthis man wanted desperately totake a dive in the Macal Riverbut he did not want to get hisclothes wet. He looked around and therewas not a person in sight so hetook off all his clothes and gotinto the water. After some delightful minutesof cool swimming, a pair of oldladies walked onto the edge ofthe river in his direction. Hepanicked, got out of the waterand grabbed a nearby bucket.

He held the bucket in front ofhis private parts and sighed withrelief. The ladies looked at him. Hefelt awkward but still manageda faint smile. When she was very close tohim, one of the ladies said:“Mister, I have a special gift, Ican read minds.” “Impossible”, said theembarrassed man, “You reallyknow what I am thinking atthis very moment?' “Yes”, the lady replied.

The Woman With A Special Gift John was serving a secondtour of duty in Iraq when, amidstthe daily bombings and theuncertainty of surviving fromone day to the next, he receivedthis letter from his girlfriend.“Dear John; I regret to inform you thatI am breaking off theengagement because I havefound someone new. Pleasereturn all the pictures I sentyou, Bye Jenny.”

John went out and collectedfrom his friends all theirunwanted photographs ofwomen that he could find. He bundled them all togetherand sent them back to the girlwith a note saying:"Dear Jenny, I regret to inform you that Icannot remember which one isyou. Please go through thispile, pick out yours and returnthe others.Bye John."

Discarding The Unfaithful Girlfriend

The National Agriculture andTrade Show Committee of theMinistry of Agriculture andFisheries has set the new date forthe National Agriculture andTrade Show for the 29th to the31st of May, 2009. The Ministry of Health hasgiven its approval for the NATSCommittee to have the show onthe new date; this would onlychange if a sudden outbreak ofthe influenza H1N1 would

occur. Persons wishing to get moreinformation on the show can doso by visiting the National andTrade Show’s website atwww.agriculture.gov.bz andclicking on the NATS icon. The Committee can also becontacted at email;[email protected] oryou can contact Terry Apolonioat the Ministry of Agricultureand Fisheries in Belmopan.

MINISTRY OF HEALTHVACANCY NOTICE

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post ofSurveillance Officer attached to the Epidemiology Unit, Ministry of Health.

Job Summary: * The Surveillance Officer is responsible for the development ofnational guidelines, norms and procedures for communicable andnon- communicable disease surveillance, and has the responsibility tomonitor disease trends on a daily basis so as to ensure necessary publichealth action and response. The Surveillance Officer also assists in thedevelopment of protocols for communicable and non-communicabledisease prevention in collaboration with the Technical Advisors of theMinistry of Health, at national and district levels. He/She is accountable tothe national epidemiologist.

Salary Payscale: * Payscale 23 of $34,428.00 x 1,392.00 - $60,876.00 per annum point.

Qualification: * Master Degree in Public Health or a related field

Deadline:

Applicants are required to submit:Two (2) references regarding their professional experience, copies ofqualification and a Curriculum Vitae.

Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, May 29, 2009 to:Chief Executive Officer

Ministry of Health3rd Floor East Block Building

Belmopan City(N.B. Complete details on this position can be viewed at

www.health.gov.bz)

“So what are you waiting for,tell me what I am thinking.” The lady answered, “At this

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VACANCY-SECRETARYApplications are invited from suitable qualified personsto fill the post of Secretary at the Belize Bank Limited,Dangriga Branch.

Applicant must be computer literate, possess excellenttyping skills, be hard working, energetic, very courteous,display good public relations skills and willing to adapt tochanges.

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Dear Editor; Thanks for letting us havethe opportunity to answer thesequestions. To answer the second first:2) The reason for the delay is thatwe need to purchase and installa back up generator for the newfacility. The previous administrationhad reprogrammed the fundsidentified for the generator toother activities. This administration wasforced to look for an additional

$200,000.00 for this purpose. 1) The good news is thatfunds have now beenidentified. Tenders for thepurchase and installation of anew generator were invited andfive bids are currently beingreviewed. The installation is expectedto be complete and thehospital opened before the endof June.Beverly PhillipsMinistry of HealthBelmopan

Ministry of Health, BelmopanDear Ms. Phillips Questions that readers arerepeatedly asking. 1. "When will the newPoli-Clinic in San Ignaciocome into operation?"


Dear Editor; The southern village of SanAntonio in the Toledo Districtnow has a spanking new andimpressive poli-clinic. Out here in the west, a newpoly-clinic has been in the mak-ing for several years. The

building was started by theprevious administration. Do you know when our newclinic in San Ignacio will becoming into operation and whatis delaying the process?Angel ChanSan Ignacio Cayo

2. "What is delaying the com-ing into operation of this facil-ity?” Can you please assist us withanswers to these questions.Nyani Azueta-AugustSTAR, Editor

When Will Our New Clinic Open?

Putting The Question To The Ministry

The Ministry Responds

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BY: Mary CarridiBULLET TREE FALLSVILLAGE, Cayo, Thursday,May 14, 2009: The Bullet Tree YouthAssociation and theEnvironmental Club held theirAnnual River Clean UpCampaign and the first RiverVolleyball Tournament this pastSunday. It gives us great pleasure toinform that both events werevery successful. Everyone who attendedenjoyed themselves and had agood time. There was lots of good foodand the music was extremelyentertaining. Hats off to NoemiManzanero for her bright ideas,her hard work and great spirit inassisting to make this event agreat success. We would alsolike to thank Lucas Medinaand the young man from the En-vironmental Club. A big thank you also goes outto Victor Perez for his timeand the use of his truck fortransporting all those loads ofsand, we could not have done itwithout Mr. Perez. A special thanks to the VillageCouncil, and especially to theVillage Chairman Mr. ManuelBalan and a few others. Thanksfor all the help. You’ve beenthere every time we’ve neededyou. Finally a great big thank youto the mothers and fathers andthe young people from thevillage who made both eventsthe success they were. Keep upthe good work. River Volleyball will be heldevery Sunday in Bullet Tree

Education Week 2009 (May10-16, 2009) is being heldunder the theme: “BetterSchools, Better Citizens, BetterBelize—whatever it takes: It’sEverybody’s Business” In keep-ing with a tradition started inEducation Week 2008, today onthe KREM Wake Up BelizeMorning Show the Minister ofEducation, Hon. Patrick Faber,bestowed the second annualSpirit of Ubuntu Award on adeserving citizen.

This year’s honoree is Joel‘Dara’ Robinson. Even withminimal personal resources andhumble personality, Mr.Robinson has taken it uponhimself to help children withmeals at two schools and istrying to expand to otherschools. What is remarkable when youspeak to Mr. Robinson is hisgenuine concern for our youngpeople and for our society. He is not doing this for

recognition, nor is it merelyabout trying to ensure that otherchildren would not have thesame experience he had as achild of not having enough to eatat home. No, he has a genuine concernfor his fellow men and women/brothers and sisters. He truly embodies the Spirit ofUbuntu…he is truly showing hishumanness through his concernand love for others. He is not only helping to makebetter schools, but he is at thesame time being a better citizenand helping to create a betterBelize. He is truly an example wemust all follow and this is thekind of volunteerism andpatriotism that we shouldinspire in all Belizeans.

Falls until the rainy seasonbegins. For more informationplease contact Noemi at668-3868 or 804-0436 after5:00 p.m.

Ubuntu describes an Africanphilosophy which, when roughlytranslated, means ‘I am becauseWe are.’ It speaks to a sense ofcommunity and a solidarity withother human beings—yourfellow men and women,brothers and sisters. It speaks to a recognition thatone’s humanity is intricatelybound up in that of others. In short, one can only fulfillone’s humanity through otherhuman beings. It’s therealization then we diminishothers, in whatever way, wediminish ourselves. When wethink of others as being lesshuman, you are in fact being lesshuman yourself. However,when we see the value in otherpeople…when we live for eachother…when we show concernfor our fellow human beings weare being most human.


AIRIESMARCH 21 - APRIL 20

You’re about to step into a busysocial phase whena team effort willbe both enjoyableand educationaland puts you in

touch with a local celebrity.Expect luck on Wednesday.Lucky Numbers: 6, 45, 97.

TAURUSAPRIL 21 - MAY 21

A relationshipyou once tookfor granted takeson added impor-tance. You’restarting to realize

just how much you rely on thisperson for support. FortunateonThursday. Lucky Numbers:18, 55, 69.

GEMINIMAY 22 -JUNE 21

Your ability tosee through aperson’s cunning

and scheming behaviour helpsyou avert disaster. Aconvivial meeting later in theweek is certain to delight you.Good day for luck Saturday.Lucky Numbers: 22, 61, 77.

CANCERJUNE 22 - JULY 22

Some ideas areeasier in theory thanthey are in practice,especially if youdecide to experi-

ment with matters outside yourusual routines. Lucky dayFriday. Lucky Numbers: 10,35, 84.

LEOJULY 23 - AUGUST 23

Personal andp r o f e s s i o n a lresponsibilitiesform the back-bone of the week.

Even so be sure to put time asidefor hobbies and leisure intereststoo. Good fortune forecast onMonday. Lucky Numbers: 5,31, 92.

financial worries or obstacleswill soon end. Good fortuneforecast on Tuesday. LuckyNumbers: 16, 39, 72.

CAPRICORNDECEMBER 22 -

JANUARY 20There’s no doubtthat you willprove someonewrong when youget the chanceto put ideas they

dismissed as rubbish into action.Lucky Day Thursday. LuckyNumbers: 20, 56, 93.

AQUARIUSJANUARY 21 -FEBRUARY 18

Don’t shut outa loved one bykeeping yoursocial orb u s i n e s sinterests fromthem, espe-

cially if you’re trying to solve aproblem. They could come upwith some great ideas.Fortunate on Saturday.Lucky Numbers: 33, 46, 59.

PISCESFEBRUARY 19 -

MARCH 20The moreyou assertyourself, them o r eseriously youwill be taken.It is timeyou started

showing other people what youare capable of. Lucky dayFriday. Lucky Numbers: 25,37, 88.

VIRGOAUGUST 24-SEPTMBER 22

You have someinspired ideas fortransforming yourplace into a palace.Paint your home

uplifting colours to help you starteach day with a positive attitude.Fortunate on Sunday. LuckyNumbers: 29, 47, 95.

LIBRASEPTEMBER 23 -

OCTOBER 23E v e r y b o d ywants moreand more ofyour time andattention. Thisboosts your

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SCORPIOOCTOBER 24 -

NOVEMBER 22Good news concern-ing someone youare fond of is musicto your ears.Travel brings luck.

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DECEMBER 21Spending more timewith friends orjoining a club putsyou back in touch

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SANTA ELENA, Cayo, Fri-day, May 15, 2009: The following measures arerecommended to avoid catchinginfluenza: - Keep away from people withrespiratory infection. - Wash hands frequently withsoap and water. - Do not kiss people or shakehands when you greet them. - Do not share food, glasses orcutlery.

- Ventilate and let the sun intothe house, offices and all closedareas. - Keep kitchen and bathroomsurfaces clean, as well as doorhandles, banisters, toys,telephones and commonlyused objects. In the event of sudden highfever, coughs, headaches,muscular pain or pain in thearticulations, visit your doctoror health unit immediately.

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symptoms disappear. Cover your nose and mouthwhen you cough or sneeze. Use a mask, throw tissuesaway into plastic bags and whenyou sneeze, cover your face withthe crook of your arm. Once 24 hours have elapsedwith no symptoms, you mayreturn to your usual activities.


BELMOPAN,Wednesday,May 13, 2009: Minister of Health, Hon.Pablo Marin received ashipment of TAMILFU today,Tuesday May 12, 2009 at theMinistry of Health Headquartersin Belmopan. Handing over the medicationon behalf of the Pan AmericanHealth Organization/WorldHealth Orgainzation was Dr.Beverley Barnett, PAHO/WHOCountry Representative inBelize. The medication, a donationvalued at over $100,000 isbeing held in country as a resultof the recent epidemic of theInfluenza A H1N1 Virus. According to Chief ExecutiveOfficer in the Ministry of Health,Dr. Peter Allen, the medicationwill be available by prescriptionshould the need arise withoutcost to the general public. Dr. Allen thanked the mediaand the general public for theirsupport during this period. Heparticularly thanked themembers of the Ministry ofHealth team throughout thecountry who have worked soeffectively to keep the publicsafe. Dr. Allen reiterates theMinistry of Health’s commit-ment to continued vigilance inthe ongoing global battle againstthe Influenza A H1N1 Virus andreminds the general public ofthe importance of maintainingproper respiratory hygiene inorder to decrease the risk ofillness. The public is reminded that atthis time Belize remains free of

any cases of the Influenza AH1N1 Virus. TAMIFLU (OseltamivirPhosphate) is indicated for the

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from inside the cash register. Bing Chi told the police that theincident resulted in him losingapproximately $1,200 ($700 incash and $500 in phone cards). Bing’s Supermarket is locatedat the corner of Bishop Martinand Hibiscus Streets in SantaElena Town, Cayo After pulling off the broaddaylight robbery, the twoassailants exited the store andran down Hibiscus Street as theydistanced themselves from thescene. Although this is the firstincident of robbery experiencedby Bing Chi since taking overthe store about a year ago, theprevious two Chinese grocers

who operated from this locationhave each been robbed at leastonce. This has led each of themto give up the store subsequentto each of the two previousincidents.

The scene of the crime - BING’S SUPERMARKETlocated at the corner of Bishop Martin and Hibiscus

Streets, Santa Elena Town, Cayo

Continued From Front PageBELIZE CITY, Thursday,May 14, 2009: May 15, is celebrated as theInternational Day of the Family. This day highlights theimportance of families. It aimsat fostering equality, bringingabout a fuller sharing ofdomestic responsibilities andemployment opportunities. The activities undertaken tocommemorate the day, worktowards supporting families inthe discharge of their functions;and promote the inherentstrengths of families, includingtheir great capacity ofself-reliance. The National Committeefor Families and Childrenis encouraging committeemembers, partners and thegeneral public to impress uponfamilies a time for safe familysocialization. As we celebrate May 15,under the theme “Fathers-Mothers-Families: Challengesin a changing world”; theNCFC challenges you to takethis special day recognized forfamilies, and be creative inreaching and addressing thechallenges that face our familiesand society on a whole. The year 1994 wasproclaimed as the InternationalYear of Families by the UnitedNations. This was a response to

changing social and economicstructures, which have affectedand still affect the structure andstability of family units in manyregions of the globe. The International Day ofFamilies is an occasion to reflecton the work started during 1994and to celebrate the importanceof families, people, societies andcultures around the world. It hasbeen held every year since 1995.Family constitutes the basic unitof society. Hence, the widestpossible protection andassistance should be accorded tofamilies so that they fullyassume their responsibilitieswithin the community to theprovisions of the UniversalDeclaration of Human Rights,the Declaration on SocialProgress and Developments, theConvention on the Eliminationof all forms of Discriminationagainst women, and theConvention on the Rights ofthe Child. For any further informationabout International Day ofFamilies and Fun Day activities,in Belize and the rest of theDistricts, contact: Pearl Stuart,Executive Director, NationalCommittee for Families andChildren, 62 Cleghorn Street,Belize City, Belize, Tel:223-0059/1180 or by [email protected]

Notice is hereby be given that underthe Intoxicating Liquor LicenseOrdinance Chapter 150 of the Lawsof Belize, Revised Edition 2000, thatYUAN HAI ZHEN is applyingfor a RESTAURANT LIQUORLICENSE for the year 2009 tooperate SUMMER PALACE locatedon Benque Viejo Road, San IgnacioTown in the Cayo District.


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SAN IGNACIO TOWN,ufdcimages.uflib.ufl.edu/UF/00/09/40/95/00065/00005-17...Free Zone, San Pedro and San Ignacio branches will be closed for business on Saturday, May 23rd, 2009. For