Over the years, NGOs in Toledo have played a critical role in the district’s development. This has been made possible through grants provided by donor agencies. This past weekend, more than two hundred thousand dollars in grant funding was awarded to two organizations based in Punta Gorda Town. One of the recipients was the Sarstoon...
Holding political office comes with responsibilities. One of those responsibilities is meeting with the people who elected them and providing reports on their governance. Sunday May 17th, the Cattle Landing Village Council held a meeting to update residents on how the village is being governed. This is an area where the Punta Gorda Town Council...
For months, our newsroom has been flooded with calls and messages from residents urging us to look into the Cattle Landing lots that were distributed around the last election cycle. Many people who received land documents reported that they were unable to locate their assigned lots. However, as of Wednesday May 13th, bulldozers were seen...
As Belize continues to develop, the country faces many challenges regarding how and where development should take place. One of those challenges is determining where construction should and should not occur. Many residents wish to live close to the water, but this often creates challenges for both marine and terrestrial species as land is cleared...
The Belize Territorial Volunteers continue to remain vigilant in protecting Belize’s marine resources from illegal fishing activities. On Friday, May 8th members of the BTV were conducting a routine patrol within the marine reserve when they spotted a floating bottle in the water, immediately raising suspicion among the team. The patrol moved in to investigate...
Over the weekend, the United Women’s Group Toledo East in collaboration with Belize Family Life Association and the Belize Cancer Society Toledo Branch hosted an International Women’s Month health promotion in Punta Gorda, offering women access to affordable health screenings and medical services.
For months, PGTV has remained vigilant in reporting on the broken manhole covers throughout Punta Gorda Town that continue to pose a serious safety hazard to residents. Now, with the Chocolate Festival weekend approaching, the Punta Gorda Town Council has finally begun replacing several of the damaged covers across town. But the question remains, is...
A community partnership is helping bring new life to the entrance of Forest Home as the village council teams up with Naledo Belize to restore the village sign with a fresh coat of paint. This sign creates a welcoming first impression for residents and visitors approaching or passing through forest home village.
Last week, major concern was raised across the country following the detection of a case of measles in the Toledo District. In response, health authorities swiftly activated emergency measures to contain the potential spread of the disease. We can confirm that additional suspected cases have been reported. Among them is a student from Toledo Community...
The National Garifuna Council Punta Gorda Branch held its election yesterday at the Garifuna Cultural Center in Punta Gorda. Following welcome remarks by outgoing President Mr. James Lino, and the presentation of the Treasurer’s Report by the outgoing treasurer, nominations were made and votes were cast. The results are as follows: President: Therese Aleman Vice...
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...
Activist Jeremy Enriquez has filed a legal claim against the Elections and Boundaries Commission, challenging its refusal to provide information on the progress of the country’s redistricting exercise. Enriquez is asking the High Court to declare the Commission a public authority subject to the Freedom of Information Act, which would require it to provide citizens...
Belizean boxer Cyril Martinez continues to make his mark in the professional boxing scene, securing his third professional victory in Bella Vista. Martinez stepped into the ring determined to keep his unbeaten professional run going, and once again delivered a performance that had fans watching closely. PGTV congratulates Cyril Martinez on the victory and wishes...
