The Department of Youth Services hosted an appreciation night honoring youths and their key supporters, including teachers and students from Toledo Community College and Julian Cho Technical High School. Representatives from the Belize Police Department and the Ministry of Health were also present. The event saw notable guests such as Punta Gorda Mayor Carlos Galvez,...
Over the weekend Smiles, laughter, and the spirit of giving filled the air as Toledo Faith Outreach Christian Center hosted its annual Happy Birthday Jesus celebration. More than 3,000 children and families gathered for the beloved community event, made possible by the dedication of over 100 volunteers who came together to serve and celebrate the...
Over the weekend, in the village of Cattle Landing, Assemble Belize brought happiness and joy to the children of the community. Assemble Belize is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen communities by empowering youth, supporting the elderly, advocating for mental wellness, and fostering sustainable development. The organization spent the day engaging with children...
Last week, the National Sports Council of Belize hosted the 2025 Kids Athletics Nationals at the Victor Galvez Auditorium in San Ignacio. Sixty talented young athletes from six schools across the country competed in the national event, showcasing skill, discipline, and sportsmanship. At the end of the competition, the students of Punta Gorda Methodist School...
Students from San Miguel R.C School stepped out of the classroom and into nature, taking part in an interactive learning experience at the Native Plant Nursery. The visit gave students a chance to explore Belize’s rich biodiversity up close. Learning how native trees support healthy ecosystems, wildlife, and local communities. From identifying seedlings to getting...
In Punta Gorda, a unique collaboration is turning storytelling into real-world action. TIDE has partnered with the creators of Ahari: A Tale of Resistance and Renewal to inspire local youth to protect their environment. As part of the initiative, students from Julian Cho Technical High School and Toledo Community College took to the coastline for...
The Ocean Hero Award has been presented to local entrepreneur and community activist, Mr. Denise Garbutt. Originally from the small coastal village of Punta Negra, Mr. Garbutt’s journey reflects both humble beginnings and a deep commitment to protecting Belize’s marine environment. Growing up, Dennis Garbutt was a commercial fisherman, relying on the sea for his...
PGTV is happy to report that a joint enforcement operation involving the Fisheries Department, TIDE Rangers, and the Belize Coast Guard has resulted in a significant interception at sea. During the patrol, authorities seized several illegal gillnets gear that is prohibited due to its destructive impact on Belize’s marine resources. In addition to the confiscated...
We are happy to bring you a story of joy. The Christmas season is officially underway, and for the past week, several flyers and announcements have been circulating about the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at Central Park. That long-awaited moment finally arrived on Friday night, as families, children, and community members gathered to...
On Friday night at Garbutt’s Marine, the Belize Tourism Industry Association held its annual Christmas party. The event brought together tourism stakeholders and featured two guest speakers: Hon. Dr. Osmond Martinez and Mr. Javier Guttierrez. Mr. Guttierrez opened the program with a presentation highlighting ongoing developments. However, during his remarks, he announced that rooms would...
It is with deep sadness that we announce to you the sudden death of Jaheed Lopez, a young and vibrant citizen of Toledo. Jaheed Lopez lost his life in a tragic accident that occurred on the Hummingbird Highway last week. Everyone in Punta Gorda is saddened by this news. Jaheed was always a vibrant and...
Last week, we told you about the students and athletes representing us at the Central American Student Sports Games in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Tonight, we have great news. Our very own Jaaden Williams has won gold in the under-18 triple jump event. We join the many individuals online who are congratulating Jaaden for making Punta Gorda...
The Belize Territorial Volunteers’ trip to the Sarstoon on 10th September was highly historic, and many events transpired. However, one individual stood out: the presence of Mr. George Sambula, whose participation made it possible for everyone to attend. When Mr. Sambula observed that the group was short of boats, he decided to donate his vessel...
The fight to end violence against women and girls remains an important issue. in Punta Gorda, efforts to raise awareness and promote prevention continued through a two-day workshop held at the Warsa Drum School. Hosted by the Child Development Foundation, the workshop focused on educating participants and encouraging greater awareness surrounding violence against women and...
Belize has taken a major step toward strengthening the future of sports with the country’s first-ever Sports Summit. Held last week at the Belize Civic Center. Organized around the theme “Building Belize Through Sport: Governance, Youth Development, Health, High Performance and Sports Tourism. Participants discuss the state and future of sports in Belize.
