Saturday October 4th, marked what organizers say may have been the largest urban bird watch ever held in Belize. Ninety-six students from Toledo Community College joined local birders, tourists, hoteliers, and conservationists from across the country making for a fantastic start to the day’s festival activities. The Belize Territorial Volunteers is an organization that always...
The annual Raptor Watch program is now underway in Cattle Landing Village. From October to December, raptors are counted at the Cattle Landing football field to monitor population trends and support conservation efforts. This project also features Central America’s first Raptor Certification Program, training Belizeans in Raptor research and conservation.
The Belize Fisheries Department announced the official opening of the Queen Conch season on Wednesday October 1st. This marks the start of the season which is currently scheduled to remain open until June 1, 2026. The public, including all fishers and vendors, is strongly advised to adhere strictly to all fisheries regulations governing the capture,...
Road infrastructure continues to be a major issue in the Toledo District. In June of this year, the Joe Taylor Bridge was renamed the Michael Espat Bridge when it was reopened. At the time, PGTV spoke with an engineer from the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, who assured us that within weeks, the next...
Dr. Thomas Mathew, owner of the renowned Spice Farm in Golden Stream, has been a part of Belize for more than 32 years. PGTV takes a moment to thank him for everything he has done for his community and, by extension, the country. Dr. Mathew is leaving Belize to return to India to be with...
Earlier this week, Belize celebrated its 44th Independence. Across the country, Belizeans marked the occasion with parades and community events. A highlight of the celebrations was the float competition, where local businesses and organizations showcased their creativity. This year, the Agriculture Department claimed first place, with UNO Gas Station taking second, and the Permit float...
For decades, Belize and Guatemala have experienced tensions along the border. In 2014, the Chiquibul Forest became a hotspot, as Xateros crossed from Guatemala to illegally harvest thousands of Xate leaves, often entering armed. It was on September 25th of that year that a Xatero shot and killed Tourism Police Officer Danny Conorqui while he...
The month of September is marked by a series of events that culminate in the celebration of Belize’s Independence Day. Wednesday September 17th, during the Tribute to Belizean Patriots, 19 Belizeans were recognized and awarded for their contributions to the development of the country in various sectors, ranging from education, music environment and many others....
BYRISE has officially begun its second year of its after-school program. What started as a basketball summer camp has since expanded to include homework help and tutoring, providing students with both academic and athletic support. At the start of this year’s program.
Thursday September 18th, was National Service Day, a day dedicated to the memory of the late Honorable George Price, Belize’s first Prime Minister. The day is set aside to encourage service and giving back to both community and country. In Punta Gorda, students from Julian Cho High School spent the day improving their school grounds,...
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...
