The People’s National Party (PNP) has officially announced its candidate for Belize Rural North in the upcoming elections, Andrew “Lion Truth” Reynolds. While details about Reynolds background and political platform remain forthcoming, the PNP’s decision signals their intention to contest the division, which has historically been a battleground between major political parties. Reynolds, AKA “Lion...
The Belize National Teachers Union (BNTU) held its quarterly meeting in Punta Gorda, bringing together teachers from both urban and rural areas. The meeting, which takes place annually in January or February, serves as an important platform for educators to discuss pressing issues and share updates from the union. National BNTU President Nadia Caliz, who...
Here’s a story of inclusion, a topic gaining momentum in America and one that holds deep meaning here in Belize. This past week, the Chinese community in Punta Gorda celebrated the Lunar New Year with pride and style. Though small in number, their celebration was a vibrant display of their rich culture and traditions. This...
Most people will remember US Capital, the oil company granted permission to explore for oil in Toledo. However, before any work could begin in the Mayan villages, the company had to go through a rigorous consultation process known as Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC), which took nearly three years to complete. On Sunday 2nd...
Although the government boasted about a $2 million investment for street upgrades in PG just before the last town council election, many streets are still in poor condition. With the upcoming election, the government is once again attempting to address some of the worst streets. Last week, they focused on fixing the Ex-Serviceman Road in...
Punta Gorda’s own Terrick ‘Mackaz’ Magdaleno is set to release his debut Garifuna album on February 1st, 2025, in celebration of PG Day. The highly anticipated album pays tribute to the late Garifuna music icon, Paul Nabor, whose legacy has long been honored during PG Day festivities. In previous years, the Battle of the Drums...
Barranco Village is set to host a three-day celebration in honor of reggae legend Bob Marley’s birthday. Known worldwide as one of Jamaica’s greatest musicians, Marley’s legacy continues to inspire people across the globe, and his birthday is celebrated annually in many countries. According to event organizers, the celebration will feature live reggae performances and...
The Toledo Transport Department has officially relocated from the Ministry of Works compound to a more central location on George Street in the heart of Punta Gorda Town. The general public is advised to take note of the department’s new location for all transport-related services. Despite the move, the department’s opening hours and services remain...
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology has launched U-Space, an initiative aimed at fostering digital skills and exploring the intersection of technology and culture. A U-Space is designed to serve as a creative hub where community members can experiment with technology and develop innovative ideas for the future. The initiative is being rolled...
The Methodist Church is celebrating 200 years of being in Belize, and this week, the church is holding its annual Council Conference in the Toledo District. A series of activities are taking place throughout the week.
There’s a new deputy in town, Inspector Tedford Garbutt has officially taken up his post as the new Deputy Officer in Charge of the Punta Gorda Police Formation. At a gathering held at the Multipurpose Building, Inspector Garbutt had the opportunity to meet the full police team and interact with officers under his command.
The Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve enforcement team made an unusual discovery, an aquarium filled with live conch near a well-known fishermen’s island. According to authorities, this type of activity is prohibited under Belize’s Fisheries Law. A total of 154 conch were recovered, 82 mature and 72 juveniles. The enforcement team acted swiftly, relocating the live...
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. ————————————————
A few weeks ago, PGTV was called out to Yemeri Grove Village to highlight concerns over land being surveyed in the community. Following that report, the village chairman told us that the Minister of Natural Resources reached out to them. However, Saturday October 18th, we were called back to the village, where residents say they...
