Over the past few months, the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) has assumed management of the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve, a designated World Heritage Site. Their increased presence in the area is already making a significant impact. Within the past month alone, TIDE has arrested several Guatemalan fishermen for illegal fishing activities. This...
On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex received a generous donation of sports mats and laptops, which will be distributed to schools throughout the Toledo District. The items were provided by the Rotary Club of Punta Gorda, made possible through the support of donors from the United States. The donations will support...
It’s one of the only tournaments of its kind in Belize, a unique fishing competition that celebrates nature while promoting zero-carbon practices. Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that contributes to ozone layer depletion and climate change. By avoiding the use of fossil fuels, participants in this tournament help reduce carbon emissions while still enjoying...
Over the past month, the Belize Territorial Volunteers, in collaboration with Toledo Exposure/PGTV, hosted a successful series of turtle monitoring camps at the Sapodilla Cayes. Located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area provided an incredible learning experience for the young participants, who had the opportunity to witness nature up close. During their time...
The Battle of the Drums Secretariat hosted its 16th annual summer camp, in Punta Gorda under the theme “Wanbunagua” (Let’s Plant). This year’s camp centers on backyard gardening, teaching participants how to identify, plant, and care for a variety of edible plants. Activities include hands-on gardening sessions, lessons on the use of medicinal plants, Garifuna...
The Punta Gorda Methodist Church, in collaboration with The Wayfarers and the PGMS program, will host a Vacation Bible School from July 31 to August 7, 2025. The program will run daily from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, offering children a fun and spiritually enriching experience. A key highlight of this year’s event is a...
A two-day training workshop on Pitahaya and Soursop tree management was held in Punta Gorda Town. Hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Enterprise, the workshop aimed to equip farmers and growers with best practices to improve cultivation and boost productivity. Participants left the sessions better informed and prepared to apply the techniques...
George Price Street in Punta Gorda has been steadily deteriorating over the past few months, with little to no visible action taken to address the issue. As the main exit route for both residents and visitors and located at the heart of the town, its condition is becoming increasingly critical. Despite the road’s importance, there...
A free volleyball camp for children and youth in the Toledo District officially kicked off today, July 21st, at the Toledo Sporting Complex. The camp will run through July 25th and is open to participants between the ages of 6 and 21. Throughout the week, campers will be divided into age-based time slots and guided...
Bonefish Tarpon Trust (BTT) hosted a workshop today at the Father Ring Parish Hall, bringing together local educators to highlight the importance of conserving fisheries habitats. The event focused on empowering teachers with knowledge and resources to support healthy flats ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.
As part of our ongoing commitment to youth development, the PGTV News team once again joined the Machaca Summer camp to teach the fundamentals of journalism, including reporting, interviewing, and camera operation.
Graduation is a special milestone in the lives of students who have worked hard throughout the school year and are ready to celebrate their achievements. A key part of every graduation ceremony is the guest speaker, who offers words of encouragement and inspiration to the graduating class. Two weeks ago, the scheduled guest speaker for...
The Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute has opened the Public Inspection Period for the Draft Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan from May 25 to July 24, 2026. The draft plan will serve as Belize’s legally enforceable framework for managing ocean space by identifying areas for conservation and sustainable human activities. The public and stakeholders are...
June has come to an end, marking the close of the school year as students prepare to advance to the next grade after successfully meeting their academic requirements. While many students move on without receiving any special recognition, this year one Knee High Hollywood resident returned home from Los Angeles to reward children from her...
On Saturday July 4th, Archangel Medical Center, and the Corozal Lions Club, visited the Punta Gorda Community Hospital to provide free health services to residents of Punta Gorda Town. The team also distributed groceries, generously donated by Caribbean Organic. Foodstuff Corporation Limited, along with women’s care packages and hygiene kits for young girls as part...
