April 16, 2024
On Friday, April 12th, the Battle of the Drum Secretariat organized an event at Punta Gorda Central Park. This marked the first time, after the 227th anniversary, that the Battle of the Drum Secretariat commemorated Garifuna Survival Day. The event… Continue Reading…
April 15, 2024
Earth day was started in 1970 in the United States. Today it is celebrated in over 190 countries including Belize. Earth day is celebrated so that people can be more aware of the environment and its importance. This year’s team… Continue Reading…
April 6, 2024
Recently, the Ya’axche Conservation Trust had an exchange visit to Honduras with the aim of enhancing and expanding their network while learning from local organizations in Honduras. Farmers and entrepreneurs from the Maya Golden Landscape were privileged to have the… Continue Reading…
Accidents • Economy • Education • Environment
April 5, 2024
A house in the Indianville area of Punta Gorda Town caught fire on Tuesday, April 2nd, between 2 to 3 pm. The fire engulfed the house, leaving the family unable to salvage their belongings. The family is now seeking public… Continue Reading…
Culture • Economy • Education • Environment • Sports
April 4, 2024
“Celebrating Our Identity,” the annual Maya Day, is right around the corner. It will take place on Sunday, April 7th, in Blue Creek village. This day offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in Maya culture and tradition. The event will… Continue Reading…
Accidents • Education • Environment • Government • Health
March 27, 2024
Due to the substantial rainfall, it receives, Punta Gorda town stands out as one of the lushest areas in Belize. However, the current dry season poses a significant risk of bushfires. Just last week, a portion of the town ignited,… Continue Reading…
March 22, 2024
Women’s Month is being celebrated throughout March, emphasizing, and acknowledging the crucial roles women play in society for national development. During this month, as well as throughout the year, the Punta Gorda Police Department has been diligently working to maintain… Continue Reading…
Economy • Education • Environment • Health
March 20, 2024
As Reef Week progresses, TIDE is actively engaging in raising awareness about reefs through multiple channels, including interactive games hosted on their Facebook page. These games provide social media users with an opportunity to engage with TIDE’s initiatives. Notably, last… Continue Reading…
March 19, 2024
March 16th, Bethel Seventh Day Adventist Church took to the streets of Punta Gorda to participate in Global Youth Day, an annual event they organize. The significance of this event lies in bringing together young people to foster understanding and… Continue Reading…
March 18, 2024
A group of business students from St. Louis University who are majoring in business studies returned to Toledo to learn about local businesses. The students’ goal was to gain insights into local businesses and the strategies that contribute to their… Continue Reading…