In his Independence Day address for Toledo East, the area representative stated that rehabilitation work on Punta Gorda Central Park would commence within a few weeks as part of the ongoing development initiatives for Punta Gorda Town. However, over a month has passed, and there has been no noticeable progress on-site.
For over a decade, the People’s National Party and other community groups have raised concerns about the open waste disposal site in the Water Hole area. Recently, UB students visited the site to witness the severity of the issue firsthand. Many residents remain unaware of the extent of the problem, but it’s not only severe—it...
November is one of the biggest months in Punta Gorda, as it marks the time for Garifuna celebrations. These festivities bring significant economic benefits to Toledo, yet in recent years, these gains have been reduced due to added fees at the border crossings, as well as overtime charges for customs and immigration officers. Today, the...
The Battle of the Drums Garifuna Celebration is just two weeks away, and many visitors are eagerly anticipating spending time and enjoying the festivities in Punta Gorda Town. Annually, this is one of the major events that draws large crowds to Punta Gorda. However, the entrance to the town continues to deteriorate, and the Front...
The Toledo Tour Guide Association continues to enhance the trail at Soldier Wharf in Cattle Landing Village. Over the weekend, they worked tirelessly to reinforce the coastline with boulders, culverts, and old tires to help prevent further erosion. This effort marks the second phase of their project at Soldier Wharf, aimed at creating a space...
The first-ever Primary School Battle of the Drum took place on Friday, November 1st, at the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex. This event provided an opportunity for primary school students to showcase their talents in drumming, singing, and dancing. It also created a space for children to interact within a culturally rich environment. Nine primary schools...
As the Garifuna celebrations continue, the National Garifuna Council has organized a series of events set to take place in Punta Gorda Town. One of the main events is the Miss Garifuna Pageant. On Saturday, November 2nd, the NGC Pieni Branch hosted their pageant, where four candidates competed for the title of Miss Garifuna Pieni...
The People’s Diabetes Foundation Belize may be a new name to some, but it was founded by Judith Mendez, who has personally experienced the challenges of living with diabetes. The foundation’s mission is to promote diabetes awareness and educate communities across the country. November is recognized as Diabetes Awareness Month, and on Thursday, November 14th,...
Oceana Belize, an NGO that continues to advocate at the national level for policy implementation and amendments, is proud to celebrate 15 years of service in marine conservation in Belize. Oceana is one of many organizations promoting the sustainable use of marine resources to ensure that future generations can enjoy the benefits of the sea...
October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Around the globe and across the country, many health organizations are working to educate the public and support those battling cancer. Cancer has a serious impact on lives, and treatment costs are high. To raise awareness, the Ministry of Health in Punta Gorda, in collaboration with the...
The Belize Territorial Volunteers continue to remain vigilant in protecting Belize’s marine resources from illegal fishing activities. On Friday, May 8th members of the BTV were conducting a routine patrol within the marine reserve when they spotted a floating bottle in the water, immediately raising suspicion among the team. The patrol moved in to investigate...
Over the weekend, the United Women’s Group Toledo East in collaboration with Belize Family Life Association and the Belize Cancer Society Toledo Branch hosted an International Women’s Month health promotion in Punta Gorda, offering women access to affordable health screenings and medical services.
For months, PGTV has remained vigilant in reporting on the broken manhole covers throughout Punta Gorda Town that continue to pose a serious safety hazard to residents. Now, with the Chocolate Festival weekend approaching, the Punta Gorda Town Council has finally begun replacing several of the damaged covers across town. But the question remains, is...
A community partnership is helping bring new life to the entrance of Forest Home as the village council teams up with Naledo Belize to restore the village sign with a fresh coat of paint. This sign creates a welcoming first impression for residents and visitors approaching or passing through forest home village.
Last week, major concern was raised across the country following the detection of a case of measles in the Toledo District. In response, health authorities swiftly activated emergency measures to contain the potential spread of the disease. We can confirm that additional suspected cases have been reported. Among them is a student from Toledo Community...
