Sunday, October 21st, more than 100 students graduated from the University of Belize Toledo Campus. The guest speaker for the ceremony was the Honorable Osmond Martinez, who delivered words of encouragement and inspiration to the graduates. The event featured live music from a steel band as the students proudly marched in, marking a joyful and...
On Friday October 17th, St. Peter Claver Primary School held its annual Cultural Day, a special event where students proudly showcased the many cultures that make up their school. Toledo is known as the most culturally diverse district in Belize, and that diversity was clearly on display through the music, traditional clothing, and delicious food presented...
We brought you a heartbreaking story about a dog that was chopped and left to suffer on the streets. We’re happy to share some good news. Thanks to the quick action and compassion of one good citizen, Devine Lopez, the dog was rescued by Ms. Jacklyn Burns and received the care he desperately needed. He...
A new fire truck was spotted in Punta Gorda Town a welcome sight for residents and firefighters alike. In recent years, the two government-issued fire trucks in the district had become run down and were no longer in working condition, leaving the department struggling to respond to emergencies. In September, thanks to the support of...
The TIDE Conservation Festival was a huge success! The event started on Friday October 10th, with the opening gala. On Saturday October 11th, there was the youth conservation competition where George Town Technical High School took first place. Sunday October 12th, was the grand finale. One of the main highlights of the event was the...
Activist Jerry Enriquez has filed a claim for judicial review against the Judicial and Legal Services Commission, alleging the body has failed to act on his complaint of judicial misconduct. Enriquez says he first submitted his complaint in April, accusing Justice Hondora of bias during a hearing earlier this year. According to him, the Commission’s...
Residents of Caye Caulker went to the polls on Wednesday October 8th, to decide whether marijuana should be legalized on the island. The referendum asked voters if the Government of Belize should pass legislation to create a responsible, regulated, and taxable cannabis industry, with part of the revenue benefiting the Caye Caulker community. When the...
We want to bring awareness Friday October 10, it is recognized globally as World Mental Health Day, and here in Belize, the Ministry of Health and Wellness marked the occasion with health walks across the country. The initiative aims to raise awareness about mental health and encourage communities to support those facing mental health challenges....
Friday October 10th is World Egg Day, and this year, Country Foods, with support from BAHA and the Ministry of Agriculture, will be treating students of Forest Home Methodist School to a special breakfast featuring eggs. The initiative aims to help students learn more about the nutritional value and health benefits of eggs, while also promoting...
The University of Belize has officially opened the UB Digital Connect Center in Punta Gorda, bringing new digital opportunities to the people of Toledo. The Center is open Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and offers free access to computers, Internet, and digital support services. Residents without access to the Internet or digital devices are...
Naledo is once again in the spotlight, this time as one of three Belizean companies selected for the UK Export Support Program. This program is aimed at helping local businesses expand their reach into international markets.
The Belize raptor Watch team is back in the Cattle Landing area for their annual visit, as the migration season for birds gets underway. Over the years, the community has become familiar with seeing the group return as they monitor and document the movement of different bird species through the region. Their work helps track...
Last Thursday, October 1st, in the pack Room at the BTIA Welcome Center, it was decided that the Area Representative, Dr. Osmond Martinez, would meet with Tropic Air personnel to determine whether they could continue their services to Punta Gorda. That meeting was scheduled to take place on Friday; however, as of this time, there...
Just a year ago, many were singing the praises of the Cattle Landing Village Council. The football field and the areas under the village’s jurisdiction were always kept clean. Then, suddenly, things seemed to fall apart. Confirmed reports to PGTV indicate that out of the seven members on the village council, three have left.
As of yesterday, October 1st, the Queen Conch season is officially open, giving Belizean fishers the green light to once again harvest one of the country’s important marine resources. The annual season comes with specific regulations to manage the conch fishery and ensuring the species remains available for future generations. Fishers are required to follow...
