Illegal fishing has long been a concern championed by the Belize Territorial Volunteers. On Wednesday October 1st, 2025, while accompanying a group of bird watchers near the Sarstoon River, members of the organization observed several unmarked canoes and small motor vessels along the Belizean shoreline. Upon further inspection, the boats were found to belong to...
Saturday October 4th, marked what organizers say may have been the largest urban bird watch ever held in Belize. Ninety-six students from Toledo Community College joined local birders, tourists, hoteliers, and conservationists from across the country making for a fantastic start to the day’s festival activities. The Belize Territorial Volunteers is an organization that always...
The annual Raptor Watch program is now underway in Cattle Landing Village. From October to December, raptors are counted at the Cattle Landing football field to monitor population trends and support conservation efforts. This project also features Central America’s first Raptor Certification Program, training Belizeans in Raptor research and conservation.
The Belize Fisheries Department announced the official opening of the Queen Conch season on Wednesday October 1st. This marks the start of the season which is currently scheduled to remain open until June 1, 2026. The public, including all fishers and vendors, is strongly advised to adhere strictly to all fisheries regulations governing the capture,...
Road infrastructure continues to be a major issue in the Toledo District. In June of this year, the Joe Taylor Bridge was renamed the Michael Espat Bridge when it was reopened. At the time, PGTV spoke with an engineer from the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, who assured us that within weeks, the next...
Dr. Thomas Mathew, owner of the renowned Spice Farm in Golden Stream, has been a part of Belize for more than 32 years. PGTV takes a moment to thank him for everything he has done for his community and, by extension, the country. Dr. Mathew is leaving Belize to return to India to be with...
Last Friday September 26th, the University of Belize Punta Gorda Campus shared the results of its ongoing research program with students, community residents, and faculty members. The presentations formed part of the Academic Staff Research Series, which highlights the work being done by UB professors. Several professors took the stage to present their findings, covering...
Earlier this week, Belize celebrated its 44th Independence. Across the country, Belizeans marked the occasion with parades and community events. A highlight of the celebrations was the float competition, where local businesses and organizations showcased their creativity. This year, the Agriculture Department claimed first place, with UNO Gas Station taking second, and the Permit float...
For decades, Belize and Guatemala have experienced tensions along the border. In 2014, the Chiquibul Forest became a hotspot, as Xateros crossed from Guatemala to illegally harvest thousands of Xate leaves, often entering armed. It was on September 25th of that year that a Xatero shot and killed Tourism Police Officer Danny Conorqui while he...
The month of September is marked by a series of events that culminate in the celebration of Belize’s Independence Day. Wednesday September 17th, during the Tribute to Belizean Patriots, 19 Belizeans were recognized and awarded for their contributions to the development of the country in various sectors, ranging from education, music environment and many others....
As part of Police Week celebrations, officers were honored for their dedicated service in the Belize Police Department. Among those recognized was Mr. Tedford Garbutt, Deputy O.C of the Punta Gorda Police Formation and superintendent of police Brent Hamilton. PGTV would like to extend sincere congratulations to Mr. Garbutt and Mr. Hamilton on this well-deserved...
On Tuesday June 16th, ground was officially broken for a new STEAM Pavilion at Toledo Community College. The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics STEAM project is being funded through a partnership between the Government of Belize and the Inter-American Development Bank. The keynote address was delivered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and...
Seventeen hospitality professionals in Punta Gorda successfully completed the AHLEI Guest Service Gold Training as part of the 2026 Hospitality Sprint Series. All the participants earned certification, and the cohort achieved a remarkable 100 percent pass rate. The training is part of an ongoing partnership between the BTB Elevate Training Institute and the American Hotel...
A series of activities planned by the Punta Gorda Police Formation for Police Week. Sunday, June 14th, the week of events officially began with a church service held at St. Peter Claver Church in Punta Gorda.
The Queen of the Bay pageant is one of the most prestigious and oldest pageants in Belize. This weekend, Punta Gorda selected its Queen of the Bay from among four outstanding young ladies. The contestants showcased their talent and at the end of the evening, one young woman was chosen to represent the Toledo District...
