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St. Benedict Elementary School Career Day

PGTVApril 14, 2025

In an inspired event at Saint Benedict Elementary school,representative from the Belize, Red Cross, Tide, firefighters, and police join forces to teachand inspire students during career day. These professional shared insights about theirimportant roles in the community, sparkling curiosity, and enthusiasm among the children.Adding to the excitement, the students embrace the theme, wholeheartedly, dressing upas...

PGTV Gets Ready For Earth Day

PGTVApril 11, 2025

The first Earth Day started on April 22, 1970. This was to raise awareness about pollutionand how to protect the earth. Earth day celebration has grown and on April 22nd morethan a billion people will celebrate earth day. PGTV is inviting the public to an earth daycelebration at Waluco’s bar and grill. There is an...

Cattle Landing Village Council Meet With The Area Representative To Discuss Cattle Landing Lots

PGTVApril 10, 2025

Cattle Landing village is in a predicament when it comes to the lands in the village. Before the elections rumours had it that 400 lots in the village were surveyed. The village council had agreed that the village council would facilitate the distribution of those lots to first time landowners. Well during the election things...

Insights Into The Underwater Maya Civilization

PGTVApril 9, 2025

BTIA Toledo chapter is extending an invitation to the public to join archaeologists at the Cho’oc Ayin site within Paynes Creek National Park. This event offers a unique opportunity to discover ancient Maya wooden buildings, including a residence and a salt workshop, which catered to the Maya’s need for salt. These remarkable structures have been...

Punta Gorda Police Department Get A New Pickup Truck

PGTVApril 8, 2025

In a significant boost to local law enforcement, the Punta Gorda police department has officially received a new pickup truck to enhance its operational capabilities. This addition aims to improve the department’s response to time and overall efficiency in serving the community. The new vehicle will assist officers in patrolling the area, conducting investigations, and...

Women Entrepreneurs Shine At PG Central Park

PGTVApril 1, 2025

In celebration of Women’s Month, the United Women’s Group hosted an inspiring showcase of women entrepreneurs on Saturday at PG Central Park. The event featured a remarkable display of local talent, with Belizean entrepreneur Dawn Dean from Barranco delivering the keynote address.

Villagers Concerned About Smoke From Garbage Site

PGTVMarch 28, 2025

As the dry season sets in, residents of Cattle Landing Village are growing increasingly worried about the thick, polluted smoke filling the air. Over the past two days, many villagers have reported smoke drifting from the local garbage site. There are rising concerns that the smoke could be not just unpleasant, but potentially harmful to...

Jessie Young: Howler Monkey Advocate

PGTVMarch 18, 2025

In honor of Women’s Month in Belize, today we spotlight Ms. Jessie Young, a trailblazer and one of the founding members of the Community Baboon Sanctuary (CBS) in rural Belize District. CBS is a dedicated conservation organization focused on the protection and preservation of howler monkeys. It spans across seven villages, creating an essential corridor...

Child Stimulation Activity at Copal Tree Lodge

PGTVMarch 17, 2025

Copal Tree Lodge, a stunning resort, hosted a cheerful day of Child Stimulation Month, creating a magical atmosphere for young learners. The little scholars from Progressive Early Learning Center and Saint Peter Cleaver Preschool explored nature, bonding with baby goats, chicks, and ducklings. They also experienced the rich flavors of cacoa and chocolate, a treat...

Child Simulation Month

PGTVMarch 5, 2025

March, recognized as Children’s Month, is a time to celebrate and focus on the well-being, rights, and development of children. Today, at PG Central Park, this special month was celebrated with a vibrant event that engaged children in a series of exciting activities designed to be both fun and educational. The celebration of Children’s Month...

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Forest Home Village Sign Restoration

PGTVMay 6, 2026

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.

Additional Suspected Measles Cases Reported In Toledo District

PGTVMay 6, 2026

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...

NGC Peini Elections

PGTVMay 5, 2026

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...

DAVCO Urges Attorney General To Define Alcalde VS Chair Roles

PGTVMay 5, 2026

A few weeks ago, there was an alleged kidnapping involving the alcalde of Indian Creek Village. The incident has raised several concerns, as shortly after the alcalde went missing, his supporters reportedly attacked the home of the village chairman. In recent months, tensions have been escalating between alcaldes and village chairpersons in several Maya communities....

UB Debate On Generative AI

PGTVApril 29, 2026

On Friday April 24th, the University of Belize Toledo Campus was filled with students from the Belmopan Campus. The debate club from Punta Gorda challenged their colleagues from Belmopan on the topic: should UB ban student use of generative AI? The debate was highly interactive, with both sides presenting compelling arguments. In the end, the aﬃrmative...

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