A Belizean youth delegation departed for Taiwan to take part in the 2026 Global Youth Trends Forum. Led by Director of Youth Services Indira Loague, the group includes youth representatives from different communities and is expected to engage with young leaders from around the world on youth policy, innovation, and future cooperation. We extend our...
More than 100 high school students in Punta Gorda are now better equipped for the digital age. Last week, the Ministry of Education held a handing-over ceremony at Toledo Community College, where students received brand-new Chromebook computers under the Digital Devices skills for the future program. The initiative is part of efforts to ensure that...
A new type of screw worm has been discovered in Belize just a few months ago, and since then, cases have been reported not only in animals but also in humans. The situation has raised national concern, prompting alerts across the country. Recently, several new cases have emerged here in Punta Gorda Town, adding to...
Wil Maheia, Chief Sustainability Officer at Copalli Rum, attended a prominent conference this week at the University of Notre Dame. The event focuses on advancing sustainable food production and brings together companies committed to innovation and environmental responsibility across the entire food and agriculture value chain from raw materials to processing and final sales. ————————————————
Sunday, October 21st, more than 100 students graduated from the University of Belize Toledo Campus. The guest speaker for the ceremony was the Honorable Osmond Martinez, who delivered words of encouragement and inspiration to the graduates. The event featured live music from a steel band as the students proudly marched in, marking a joyful and...
On Friday October 17th, St. Peter Claver Primary School held its annual Cultural Day, a special event where students proudly showcased the many cultures that make up their school. Toledo is known as the most culturally diverse district in Belize, and that diversity was clearly on display through the music, traditional clothing, and delicious food presented...
Activist Jerry Enriquez has filed a claim for judicial review against the Judicial and Legal Services Commission, alleging the body has failed to act on his complaint of judicial misconduct. Enriquez says he first submitted his complaint in April, accusing Justice Hondora of bias during a hearing earlier this year. According to him, the Commission’s...
Residents of Caye Caulker went to the polls on Wednesday October 8th, to decide whether marijuana should be legalized on the island. The referendum asked voters if the Government of Belize should pass legislation to create a responsible, regulated, and taxable cannabis industry, with part of the revenue benefiting the Caye Caulker community. When the...
We want to bring awareness Friday October 10, it is recognized globally as World Mental Health Day, and here in Belize, the Ministry of Health and Wellness marked the occasion with health walks across the country. The initiative aims to raise awareness about mental health and encourage communities to support those facing mental health challenges....
The University of Belize has officially opened the UB Digital Connect Center in Punta Gorda, bringing new digital opportunities to the people of Toledo. The Center is open Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and offers free access to computers, Internet, and digital support services. Residents without access to the Internet or digital devices are...
The Rotary Club was very active this week in Punta Gorda, partnering with visiting Rotary members from Racine Wisconsin to carry out several community initiatives across the town. From hands-on service projects to community support efforts, the collaboration was in full swing. Together, we worked side by side to strengthen our town and demonstrate the...
After nearly a year of speculation, what many thought was just talk has now become a visible reality. Over the weekend, the well-branded and historic James Bus Line underwent a noticeable transformation. Stickers were placed over the company’s familiar logo, replacing it with one that reads National Bus Company. The sudden change has left many...
The Rotary Club of Punta Gorda is giving local sports spaces a fresh new look, as part of its annual Rotary Paints project. This year’s initiative focused on repainting two basketball courts in Punta Gorda, the University of Belize Toledo Campus basketball court and the St. Peter Cleaver R.C. School basketball court.
For months, the People’s National Party (PNP) has been advocating for the new landowners in Cattle Landing Village to have their parcels properly identified. However, last week Toledo East Area Representative, Honorable Dr. Osmond Martinez, stated that PGTV had reported incorrect figures. According to Dr. Martinez, a total of 400 lots were distributed, not 200...
The Yellow-headed Parrot, one of Belize’s most iconic and vibrant bird species, is now facing the threat of extinction as habitat loss and illegal wildlife trade continue to impact its survival. Classified as an endangered species, conservationists are emphasizing the urgent need for public awareness and protection to ensure this parrot does not disappear from...
