Thursday November 14th, the People’s Diabetes Foundation held its Diabetes Walk and Health Fair at the St. Peter Claver R.C. School Field. The event saw participation from several attendees, including school groups who took part in the walk and formed a large circle. During the health fair, various organizations were present to share information about...
On Wednesday November 13th, the Punta Gorda Methodist Church paid tribute to the late Teacher Jane Locario, honoring her contributions to the church, community, and Belize as a whole. A memorial service was held in her honor at the Punta Gorda Methodist Church. Many attendees wore traditional Garifuna clothing, and the sound of drums filled...
Thomas Vincent Ramos, a Belizean civil rights activist who championed the interests of the Garifuna people, passed away on November 13, 1955. Since then, he has been recognized as one of Belize’s national heroes. Wednesday November 13th, the People’s National Party, known for highlighting prominent figures who have contributed to the country’s development, organized an...
The St. Joseph Sodality Group from the St. Peter Claver Parish Church recently celebrated their one-year anniversary. This group of men is dedicated to working within the community under the guidance of the pastor of St. Peter Claver Church. On the morning of November 10th, the Sodality Group marked their anniversary with a mass. Following...
On November 7th, the NGC Pieni Branch hosted a discussion on the St. Vincent Block, commonly known as “Cerru.” The session provided valuable insights into the area’s history and the process through which it was reserved. The conversation centered on the ownership and trusteeship of the land, with a focus on clarifying a common misconception....
On November 8th, the High School Battle of the Drum took place at the Russel “Chiste” Garcia Auditorium in Dangriga Town. This year’s event was held under the theme “Embracing Cultural Diversity in Our Oneness as Belizeans.” Seven high schools participated: Toledo Community College, Independence High School, George Town Technical High School, Delille Academy in...
James Bus Line, a bus company serving the southern region, has provided bus services from Punta Gorda to other parts of Belize for decades. However, the success of these operations depends on dedicated individuals behind the wheel. Rolando Rivas, a bus driver for James Bus Line, is urgently seeking public assistance as he is currently...
November is when Punta Gorda sees its highest influx of visitors from out of town, making first impressions more important than ever. With the highly anticipated Battle of the Drums taking place this weekend, the event draws the largest crowd to PG. However, the town’s Main Street is in poor condition—one of the worst in...
In his Independence Day address for Toledo East, the area representative stated that rehabilitation work on Punta Gorda Central Park would commence within a few weeks as part of the ongoing development initiatives for Punta Gorda Town. However, over a month has passed, and there has been no noticeable progress on-site.
For over a decade, the People’s National Party and other community groups have raised concerns about the open waste disposal site in the Water Hole area. Recently, UB students visited the site to witness the severity of the issue firsthand. Many residents remain unaware of the extent of the problem, but it’s not only severe—it...
Child Stimulation Month officially kicked off with an opening ceremony held at the Punta Gorda Central Park. One of the main focus of this month is to highlight the importance of early childhood development.
Naledo was recently at the Nigerian Consulate in London where the team participated in a series of meetings with wholesalers and distributors aimed at expanding market opportunities. Joining Naledo on this trip were several small businesses from Punta Gorda showcasing products from southern Belize on an international stage.
The Rotary Club was very active this week in Punta Gorda, partnering with visiting Rotary members from Racine Wisconsin to carry out several community initiatives across the town. From hands-on service projects to community support efforts, the collaboration was in full swing. Together, we worked side by side to strengthen our town and demonstrate the...
After nearly a year of speculation, what many thought was just talk has now become a visible reality. Over the weekend, the well-branded and historic James Bus Line underwent a noticeable transformation. Stickers were placed over the company’s familiar logo, replacing it with one that reads National Bus Company. The sudden change has left many...
The Rotary Club of Punta Gorda is giving local sports spaces a fresh new look, as part of its annual Rotary Paints project. This year’s initiative focused on repainting two basketball courts in Punta Gorda, the University of Belize Toledo Campus basketball court and the St. Peter Cleaver R.C. School basketball court.
