Quality Poultry celebrated 50 years in business with a lively weekend fair full of family fun. The event featured crowd favorites like a watermelon and chicken wing eating contest, Caribbean-themed games, tire activities, and vibrant Garifuna drumming and dancing. Kids stole the spotlight, enjoying every moment of the festivities. The fair was a resounding success,...
PGTV recently caught up with Jamira Hines, a bright young student with big dreams of becoming a brain surgeon. Jamira proudly showed off her trophies, reflecting her strong academic record and dedication to success. In a touching moment, she shared a heartfelt Father’s Day message to her dad, showcasing their close bond. Her motto, “Study...
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Arlette Crawford is raising awareness about suicide prevention in Punta Gorda. Mental health professionals in the region emphasize the importance of early intervention and accessible support services. Nurse Crawford encourages anyone experiencing emotional distress to seek help, noting that services like counselling and crisis care are available. “Recognizing the signs early and...
Students from Toledo’s Community College (TCC) are taking a hands-on approach to tackling local flooding by applying mathematics. As part of their project, they recently visited area bridges to develop a mathematical model aimed at reducing flood damage. Through calculations and analysis, the students are working on solutions to improve water flow and strengthen structural...
The Toledo Cancer Society held a cancer awareness walk over the weekend, uniting the community in support of those affected by the disease. Alongside the walk, a clothing sale was held to raise funds for cancer-related initiatives. Miss Germina Mendez a cancer survivor, highlighted the importance of community involvement and encouraged residents to volunteer. Interested...
Sunday June 1st was a busy day for election officials as nominations were held for candidates hoping to serve their villages for the next three years.The spotlight was on villages with competing slates, including Elridge, Forest Home, and Cattle Landing, each fielding two slates. While village elections continue across the district, concerns have emerged in...
In Punta Gorda, the Warasa Garifuna drum school, founded by Ronald Raymond McDonald. A former performer with the Belize National Dace company is preserving Garifuna culture through music. McDonald, a passionate musician and educator, teaches drumming, dancing, and drum-making, emphasizing that drumming is a form of storytelling, history, and identity. the school offers interactive lessons...
On May 24, 2025, the Big Falls Eco Warriors took part in a water quality training led by Ya’axche, collecting microbe samples and measuring depth, width, pH, and salinity of the Rio Grande River. Eleven youths ages 12 to 20 participants, working in groups to create presentations on improving the local watershed.
ITVET Toledo, a respected vocational institution based in Crique Jute Village, is well known for its excellence in various trades — particularly in welding. The school traveled to Fabrigas Belize to participate in a national welding competition sponsored by the company, aimed at showcasing the talents of young welders from across the country. Competing against...
The Belize Fisheries Department has officially announced the closure of the Queen Conch fishery as of May 25, 2025. The department reminds all fishers and the public that during this closed season, possession of conch meat is strictly prohibited and will be considered illegal. Authorities warn that anyone found in possession of conch meat during...
December 2nd marks the birthday of Andy Palacio, one of the greatest Garifuna musicians the world has ever known, his iconic Watina album, released the international acclaim claimed the number one on the world’s music charts and continues to influence artists and audiences across the globe, Andy Palacio hailed from the quiet southern Garifuna community...
Copal Tree Lodge is not only the largest employer in the Toledo District, it is also well known for consistently giving back to the community, earlier this year the lodge published and released a beautifully crafted book titled Snapshot Belize. The publication is guide to tourism in Belize, showcasing the country’s cultural history, wildlife and...
Birding is a million-dollar industry and the Toledo Birding Club is working to show the world that Toledo is a premier birding destination. In October, the annual birding festival was held right here in Toledo. Thanks to our region’s rich biodiversity and ideal bird watching locations. Sunday November 30th the Toledo birding club visited Tanager...
On Friday night the Victor Sanchez stadium was filled with fans from across the district as the big showdown unfolded between Copal Tree FC and the Ministry of Health. It was the final match of the interoffice competition and spectators we’re on the edge of their seats from kick off at around 8:00 PM at...
As the world prepares to observe anti-corruption day on December 9th, PGTV continues its commitment to highlighting areas of concern within our community. Today we take a closer look at issues surrounding the long-promised street upgrades in Punta Gorda town, more than three years ago the late honorable Mike Espat announced a major street improvement...
