Garbage disposal remains a significant concern for the community, posing risks to both public health and the environment. Unfortunately, Ex-Servicemen Road has increasingly become a dumping ground for waste. Residents have normalized the area as an unofficial garbage site, with many continuing to dispose of trash along the roadside—a worrying trend. PGTV has repeatedly highlighted...
Schools reopened on January 6th, with many students and teachers traveling to and from school daily. Those commuting to and from Boom Creek and the Magoon area must contend with the deplorable condition of the streets. The roads in the Magoon area are in poor condition, riddled with potholes that fill with water during the...
The Deer Dance has experienced a remarkable comeback in the Maya villages, gaining popularity once more. Over the New Year weekend, Pueblo Viejo was the heart of this revival, hosting an incredible four-day celebration of Deer Dance festivities.
On December 22nd, Mrs. Norma Bardalez, a dedicated member of the Cattle Landing community, brought the Christmas spirit to life by organizing a festive event for the children of Cattle Landing Village. Her passion for community engagement shone through as she worked to make the season special for everyone involved.
October 21st would have been the birthday of the late Queen of Brukdown, Leela Vernon. Prior to her passing, Wil Maheia and PGTV had been celebrating her birthday with a party and celebration. Wednesday night, at Waluco’s Bar and Grill, we gathered with her brother and son and once again celebrated her legacy.
Last week, we reported to you that several, up to eight, Guatemalan boats were spotted inside Belizean waters engaged in illegal fishing. The Punta Gorda Fisheries Department evidently took our report seriously and, on Thursday, conducted patrols in the Sarstoon Temash area. They found four gill nets that had been illegally set. The gill nets...
On Friday October 16th Students, teachers, and community supporters gathered at Central park for a Breast Cancer Awareness School Rally organized by the Belize cancer society Toledo branch. The aim is to promote early detection and raising awareness about breast cancer. Participants dressed in pink, displaying awareness posters, and waving flags in a show of...
Last week, we reported to you that several, up to eight, Guatemalan boats were spotted inside Belizean waters engaged in illegal fishing. The Punta Gorda Fisheries Department evidently took our report seriously and, on Thursday, conducted patrols in the Sarstoon Temash area. They found four gill nets that had been illegally set. The gill nets...
With less than two weeks remaining before Tropic Air ceases operations in Punta Gorda, residents gathered at the airline’s local office today to send a clear message to the government: Punta Gorda need air connectivity and cannot simply be cut off. The demonstration comes as the community prepares for the loss of Tropic Air flights,...
