It is one of the largest recycling initiatives in Belize. Known as the Toledo Temple Trail, the project is being built by Chaos Oasis, an organization based in Columbia Village. What makes the initiative unique is that it combines environmental conservation with art inspired by Maya heritage. The project is dedicated to cleaning and restoring...
Father’s Day may not receive as much attention as Mother’s Day, but this year the People’s National Party made sure the occasion was one to remember. Personnel from the PNP came together for a community cleanup at a beach located north of Punta Gorda and officially declared the area PNP Beach. The fun-filled day began...
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...
This weekend, a legend was laid to rest. Like many other notable figures in the football world, Andy Tillett was no exception. Friends and family gathered this weekend to lay Andy Tillett to rest at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Tillett was sent off in style. He was well known in the football community and remains the...
Copalli Rum is not just a great-tasting rum; it is the story behind the rum that makes it special. Made right here in Punta Gorda, Belize, Copalli is more than just an exceptional spirit. It represents a commitment to community and sustainability. Copalli Rum is one of the largest employers in the Toledo District and...
Belizean social activist Jeremy Enriquez has filed a Freedom of Information Act request with the Elections and Boundaries Commission, seeking information on the progress of Belize’s long-awaited electoral redistricting process. In the request submitted on June 10, Enriquez is asking the Commission to provide details on the steps taken since the 2025 General Elections to...
As of yesterday, October 1st, the Queen Conch season is officially open, giving Belizean fishers the green light to once again harvest one of the country’s important marine resources. The annual season comes with specific regulations to manage the conch fishery and ensuring the species remains available for future generations. Fishers are required to follow...
Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 news broke that Tropic Air will be completely suspending its scheduled flights to Punta Gorda. Operations are set to cease effective November 1st, 2026. The announcement has sparked concern across Toledo. The Belize Tourism Industry Association’s Toledo Chapter pointing to the wider economic impact of losing air connectivity, not only for...
The Child Development Foundation, CDF, was back in Punta Gorda once again, hosting sessions focused on adolescents, parents, and this time, community leaders. The community leaders’ session included a wide cross-section of leaders from within the Punta Gorda community, including UDP and PUP mayoral candidates, PNP’s Miss Indira Andrewin, health professionals, village chairmen, and many...
The Child Development Foundation, CDF, was back in Punta Gorda once again, hosting sessions focused on adolescents, parents, and this time, community leaders. The community leaders’ session included a wide cross-section of leaders from within the Punta Gorda community, including UDP and PUP mayoral candidates, PNP’s Miss Indira Andrewin, health professionals, village chairmen, and many...
Members of the Toledo Teachers Credit Union were given an opportunity to learn more about the CRESAP program during a special member consultation held at the Credit Union’s main office parking lot. Members were provided with information on CRESAP eligibility requirements, the application process, loan consultations, and program guidance. Members also had the opportunity to...
