On Wednesday, October 16th, Minister of Tourism Anthony Mahler, along with his team overseeing the Marina Project, visited Punta Gorda. For the first time in quite a while, the town saw full attendance at a public consultation. During the session, the team presented their assessment and findings on the Marina’s construction, along with detailed development...
Plenty Belize International held a community expo in the village of Santa Elena, Toledo District on October 8th. The event attracted local farmers, providing them with an opportunity to market their products. The expo aimed to promote small farmers and entrepreneurs, helping them expand their marketing efforts and increase their income. It was a successful...
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can spread when an infected animal bites a person. It can also be transmitted when the saliva of an infected animal enters an open wound or comes into contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth. If you are unaware of the signs and...
Raptors, known for being formidable predators, come in various types. Each year, they migrate to different areas in response to climate and seasonal changes. The Belize Bird Conservancy’s “Hawk Watch” is the only organization in Belize dedicated to monitoring raptor movements in the Cattle Landing field, where they record sightings from October to December. Over...
Byrise, a newly established organization with branches in the USA and Punta Gorda, Toledo, is offering an after-school program designed to support students with their schoolwork. The program runs from Monday to Friday, 4 to 6 PM, at the Cattle Landing Community Centre. The organization’s mission is to bridge the gap for students who face...
Just before the 2020 elections, the UDP was exploring the district for a suitable site for a new hospital. Five years later, there’s still no hospital, and with elections approaching again, another team is promising to build one in Toledo. Yesterday, PGTV accompanied CABEI, (Central American Bank for Economic Integration) and government officials on a...
This weekend, the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) will host its annual Conservation Festival, the only one of its kind in Belize. Hundreds of attendees from Punta Gorda and beyond are expected to join the three-day event.
The Belize Fisheries Department hereby informs fishers that the open season for queen conch and stone crab fishing will run from October 1st to June 30th, 2025. Fishers are advised to follow all regulations set forth by the Fisheries Department when in possession of these species. Additionally, the Fisheries Department informs fishers that if the...
World Water Day is observed annually on September 18th. This day was adopted by the World Environment Federation in July 2006 and has been observed every year since.
September 19th is observed annually as National Service Day in Belize, honoring Hon. George Cadle Price’s unwavering commitment to serving the country.
We reported that for nearly a year the Punta Gorda Town Council has been operating without a Town Administrator. We have since learned that the Ministry of Local Government has been urging the council to fill the post, as required by law. The Town Administrator plays a key role in the daily operations of the...
The Colombia Forest Reserve is recognized as one of the most biologically diverse reserves in the hemisphere, making it one of Belize’s most important protected areas. For years, PGTV has reported on the ongoing encroachment within the reserve. Two years ago, the Belize Territorial Volunteers entered the reserve and exposed illegal logging activities, yet no...
The Punta Gorda Panthers may have been eliminated in the first round of the Belize Elite Basketball League, but the spotlight remains on PG’s own Arik Nicholas. Nicholas has been instrumental in leading the Cayo Western Ballaz to their first-ever appearance in the finals. Over the past week, much debate surrounded the regular season MVP...
The second annual Anselmo “Chemo” Cruz Fishing Tournament was held on Sunday, September 14th, drawing fishermen and women eager to compete for the grand prize of $1,200. Despite the attractive prizes the turnout was very low compared to TIDE’s tournament where more than 25 boats participated. The tournament is named in memory of the late...
On Saturday September 13th, the Belize Territorial Volunteers made their routine visit to the Sarstoon River, a practice they have maintained for over a decade. At 9:00 a.m., three boats departed from Punta Gorda enroute to the Sarstoon. Along the journey, the Belize Defense Force and the Belize Coast Guard provided escort and security for...
