To most people, the Orange-breasted Falcon may be just another bird, but to serious birders, it is considered one of the most precious and rare birds in the world. Across Central and South America, the population of these birds is estimated to be fewer than 100. The Toledo District is fortunate to have one of...
Twenty young people, both male and female, have successfully completed a youth camp focused on sexual and reproductive health. Sponsored by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Department of Youth Services, the camp provided participants with engaging discussions and activities designed to increase their knowledge and awareness of sexual and reproductive health matters....
For weeks now, we have been reporting on the elderly residents who use the HOPE building in the Magoon area. Access to the facility has become increasingly inconvenient for them due to the broken bridge. Last week, the Punta Gorda Town Council posted on its Facebook page that construction on the bridge would begin on...
Last week, we told you about the press release issued by the People’s National Party regarding the fish kills in the Belize River. As of now, there has been no confirmed cause for the deaths of the fish in the Belize River Valley. The Department of the Environment has issued a release advising the public...
Rotary brought a touch of fun and color to the children’s ward at the Punta Gorda Community Hospital. Over the past week the rotary club of Punta Gorda painted the children’s ward. The colorful transformation is expected to bring smiles and comfort to children during their time at the hospital.
The People’s National Party is calling for urgent action following reports of a large fish die-off in the Belize River Valley. According to a statement issued today, residents have reported scores of dead fish, river crabs, and river lobsters along the riverbanks from Scotland Halfmoon to St. Paul’s Bank, with discolored water and aquatic life...
The Battle of the Drums Summer Camp 2026 concluded on Friday July 31st. The camp ended on a high note with a fun-filled Sports Day and Certificates were presented to everyone who completed the summer camp.
Early Saturday morning, a local resident and farmer from the village of San Pedro Columbia suffered a devastating loss after his home was accidentally destroyed by a fire. The blaze left the family without many of their belongings and in need of support as they begin to rebuild their lives. We are encouraging anyone who...
The Zero Carbon Fishing Tournament is the only one of its kind in Belize. The tournament is held to promote environmental consciousness and to demonstrate that those who cannot afford a motor can still participate and enjoy a fishing tournament. As the name suggests, no motors were allowed in the competition. This weekend was filled...
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...
