Belize, as a developing country, faces numerous challenges, particularly in accommodating, supporting, and empowering individuals with diverse abilities. The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed annually, with activities extending throughout the week. In Toledo, Julian Cho Technical High School stands out as the only institution in the area with an established special needs...
The National Youth Awards took place on Friday, November 29th, at Punta Gorda Sporting Complex, celebrating and recognizing the achievements of young individuals within their communities. Over 40 youths were honored across various categories, including sports and environmental initiatives. One youth from Punta Gorda, Levaun Sanchez, received the Youth in Agriculture Award. PGTV extends its...
The Christmas season is upon us! Sunday, December 1st, the Punta Gorda Town Council, in collaboration with the Area Representative of Toledo East, hosted the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Punta Gorda Central Park. This event marked the beginning of the 12 Days of Christmas celebrations. The Town Council has organized a series of...
The November celebrations came to a spectacular close this past weekend with a vibrant event at the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex. On Saturday, November 30th, the venue buzzed with excitement as it hosted the highly anticipated Battle of the Drums Competition & Show alongside the Garifuna Music Festival. The evening featured several talented Garifuna drumming...
On November 27th, the Toledo Rural Bus Association relocated its parking area from the Sporting Complex to George Price Street in Punta Gorda Town. Passengers are now instructed to board buses at the new location. Buses currently stationed on West Street will remain there until a new, unified parking area is established. Beginning in January,...
Belize Bank, a leading financial institution in Belize, has taken another significant step in modernizing its banking system. As technology continues to advance, the bank remains committed to enhancing its services through innovative solutions. On Tuesday November 26th, Belize Bank introduced a new brand icon, reflecting its focus on inclusion and digital transformation, with the...
For years, Punta Gorda residents have been advocating for the Border Management Authority to extend its services to weekends, facilitating the flow of visitors in and out of the country. On Tuesday, November 26th, Cabinet approved the extension of operating hours to include weekends at the Punta Gorda port of entry. This long-awaited change is...
The National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO), in collaboration with Maya Mountain Cocoa, the Toledo Cocoa Growers Association, and the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency, joined forces to support farmers who lost their crops to fires during the recent dry season. Today, the team hosted a ceremony at the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex, where they distributed...
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence began on November 25th and runs until December 10th, coinciding with World Human Rights Day. During this two-week period, organizations worldwide campaign to call for action to end violence against women. These efforts aim to raise awareness about gender-based violence, challenge discriminatory attitudes, and advocate for improved...
On Friday, November 22nd, 2024, Julian Cho Technical High School hosted its Annual Cultural Day. The event began with an official ceremony featuring students performing dances, singing, and showcasing various cultures. The festive atmosphere included numerous booths displaying aspects of different cultures, such as traditional foods, tools, and more. One of the main highlights of...
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...
