The Waterhole area in Cattle Landing Village, just outside Punta Gorda Town, has long been known as the community’s dumping site. For years, PGTV has continued to monitor and report on the condition of the area. Just a month ago, we visited and saw signs of cleanup, with garbage being burned, dumping areas pushed back,...
Summer is here, and it’s time for summer camps. One of the most unique camps is taking place at the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve. Participants are helping monitor sea turtles and collect data on the endangered hawksbill turtle during its nesting season. The camp has been organized by PNP and PGTV for many years.
The lionfish has been in Belize for quite a few years now. It is an invasive species that poses a serious threat to the marine environment. One organization, known as FINS, which stands for Fighting Invasive and Non-Native Species, is taking action to reduce the lionfish population. The organization has a team that is not only removing this invasive species but also using it as a way to generate income.
It has been a debate that has been ongoing for years, but when the Port Honduras Marine Reserve was first established, no fish traps were allowed inside the marine reserve. Some years later, someone discovered a glitch in the Statutory Instrument that was signed, and suddenly fish traps began to appear inside the reserve. Some...
BYRISE’s 3rd Annual Summer Camp came to a close on Friday July 24th. At the conclusion of the camp, certificates were presented to the young participants. For the first time, the camp also concluded with an exhibition baseball game, giving some of the children the opportunity to play in their very first baseball game.
On Friday July 24th, residents gathered to welcome and celebrate Belize’s men’s national volleyball team, following their gold-medal victory at the III AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four. The motorcade travelled through several streets in Punta Gorda before ending at Central Park. The celebration also recognized the achievement of a member of the national team who proudly...
Last week, the Belize Diaspora Summit was held at the Grand Resort in Belize City. The idea behind the Belize Diaspora Summit is for Belizeans living in the United States to develop a stronger and more professional relationship with Belizeans living in Belize. The idea of the summit is to strengthen that relationship and explore...
Yesterday Wednesday July 22nd, the People’s National Party traveled to the Belize District, where they distributed seedlings. The PNP wants the country to know that they are committed to promoting sustainable development across the country. Hundreds of seedlings were distributed to residents.
The BYRISE Summer Camp is now in its third year. The camp is unique because it not only teaches young people the fundamentals of basketball but also provides an after-school program designed to support students with their academics.
The WILD501 Exhibition made its final stop in Punta Gorda last week. The exhibition is currently on display at the Punta Gorda Welcome Center. WILD501 is an exhibition and virtual educational tool featuring videos and images created by Carol and Richard Foster. For more than 30 years, the couple has been documenting Belize’s rich wildlife and natural beauty through photography and filmmaking. Their work has been featured by National Geographic and the BBC.
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.
