The San Felipe Road is part of the route that connects Jacinto Village to Dolores and Crique Sarco villages. It is a major road, with millions of dollars invested in tourism along the route. Ixcacao and Cotton Tree Lodge are two of the key investors in the agro-tourism industry, but their investments are now suffering...
Dawn Dean, a proud farmer from the beautiful coastal village of Barranco, who won the prestigious Rosita Arvigo award. We have more wonderful news about this remarkable female farmer. Dawn is not only known for her dedication to agriculture, but she has now made a significant academic contribution as well. She recently published a historical...
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...
Hillside health care celebrated 25 years of service to the Toledo district what began as a small group of dedicated volunteers offering medical care from the back of a pickup truck has grown into one of the district’s most important healthcare institutions, today hillside continues its mission by reaching rural communities but often struggle to...
December 9th is observed globally as Anti-Corruption Day, and in the days leading up to it, PGTV will be highlighting cases of alleged corruption across the Toledo District. We take you to the Indian Ville area, where more than six years ago a contract was signed, and funds were issued to a contractor to build...
Maya Mountain Cacao, one of the largest cacao companies in Belize and a major contributor to Toledo’s economy, is preparing for a historic transformation. Based in Big Falls and operating for more than 15 years, the company currently purchases cacao from over 400 farmers across the region. Although it has always been privately owned, founder...
Naledo was on the international stage yet again, representing Belize, this time in Antigua, Guatemala. The company has consistently championed local goods, exporting to markets across Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States, while highlighting Belize’s richness and diversity in the global export sector.
A major legal decision from the Caribbean Court of Justice is being described as a victory for justice and fair elections in Belize. Belizean activist Jeremy Enriquez, along with Senior Counsel Anand Ramlogan, successfully overturned a previous ruling, allowing their constitutional case to move forward before the Belize Court of Appeal. The case challenges the...
TIDE’s Fire Crew recently conducted a Basic Wildland Fire Management Training for staff at Silk Grass Farms, equipping participants with essential knowledge and hands-on experience in fire safety and control. The two-day training combined classroom sessions on fire behavior, safety procedures, and equipment use, with practical field exercises focused on team coordination during prescribed burns...
Eighteen new call center agents are celebrating a major milestone in the Toledo District following their graduation from Transparent BPO’s month-long training program. The cohort began with 20 participants, but two dropped out along the way, leaving 18 successful graduates ready to enter the workforce.
Three communities in the Toledo District are now better equipped to maintain their public spaces following the official handover of three riding mowers. The equipment was distributed to Big Falls Village, Forest Home Village, and Columbia Village. These donations will make a huge impact in keeping villages clean and well maintained.
