20 original pieces by renowned Belizean artist Dr. Ludwig Palacio are being featured at the newly opened welcome center. The collection, created by Dr. Ludwig Palacio, showcases a diverse range of artistic expressions that reflect the history, culture, and everyday life of the people of the south. Each piece tells a unique story, highlighting themes...
Punta Gorda Town became a place of unity, purpose, and renewed commitment as it proudly hosted the 25th Annual General Meeting of the National Association of Justices of the Peace. The milestone gathering celebrated years of dedicated service, strengthened bonds among members, and reaffirmed a shared vision of justice, integrity, and community service across Belize....
On Tuesday night, the Belize tourism industry association (BTIA) Punta Gorda chapter held a consultation at the new welcome center in Punta Gorda. The meeting was attended by national BTIA chairman, Mr. Efrain Paris, and focused on strategies to further develop tourism in the toledo district. During the consultation, several concerns were raised by stakeholders....
The National Trade Union Congress of Belize is raising strong objections to the proposed acquisition of Speednet by Belize Telemedia Limited, warning that the deal, if allowed to proceed, could threaten jobs, competition, and freedom of expression. The NTUCB says the process is deeply flawed, lacks transparency, and may violate the Telecommunications Act, prompting the...
The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry is calling for an immediate halt to any board action by Belize Telemedia Limited on the proposed acquisition of Speednet, insisting that meaningful consultation must take place first. In a statement issued Monday, January 26th, the BCCI urged the Government of Belize, as BTL’s controlling shareholder, to intervene,...
An effort to protect Belize’s coastline and promote marine awareness took place this past weekend, as the Hopeville and Cattle Landing Fisherfolk Group hosted a coastal clean-up under its Deep Water Assistance Project. The initiative aims to bring community members together to reduce plastic waste and safeguard the marine environment for future generations. Support for...
The tourism season is officially underway, and across the country tourism activity is on the rise, according to the Belize Tourism Board. However, here in Punta Gorda, a different picture is emerging. Despite the increase in visitor arrivals, two major restaurants in Punta Gorda have recently closed their doors, raising concerns and questions among residents....
San Jose is one of the most remote villages in the country and is home to hundreds of students who rely on internet access for education services. For more than five years, residents of San Jose Village have been promised reliable internet service. After years of waiting, a telecommunications tower has now been installed. However,...
The public is invited to come out and celebrate agriculture and creativity at an Agricultural Fair scheduled for February 14th at the Agriculture Office in Eldridgeville. The fair promises a full day of activities for the entire family.
As the dry season approaches, concerns are growing over the increased risk of bush and wildfires across the country. With preparation and fire safety now more important than ever, T.I.D.E. One of the leading organizations in fire management had their Terrestrial Manager, Mario Muschamp, share little bit to public about how to take precautions and...
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.
