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,...
Over the past week, the Sarstoon River—which forms part of the border between Belize and Guatemala—has become the most talked-about issue in our community. On Saturday, September 13th, nearly 50 members of the Belize Territorial Volunteers entered the Sarstoon River, where they were harassed by the Guatemalan Armed Forces. This incident, widely viewed as a...
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...
On Friday October 16th Students, teachers, and community supporters gathered at Central park for a Breast Cancer Awareness School Rally organized by the Belize cancer society Toledo branch. The aim is to promote early detection and raising awareness about breast cancer. Participants dressed in pink, displaying awareness posters, and waving flags in a show of...
Last week, we reported to you that several, up to eight, Guatemalan boats were spotted inside Belizean waters engaged in illegal fishing. The Punta Gorda Fisheries Department evidently took our report seriously and, on Thursday, conducted patrols in the Sarstoon Temash area. They found four gill nets that had been illegally set. The gill nets...
With less than two weeks remaining before Tropic Air ceases operations in Punta Gorda, residents gathered at the airline’s local office today to send a clear message to the government: Punta Gorda need air connectivity and cannot simply be cut off. The demonstration comes as the community prepares for the loss of Tropic Air flights,...
Exactly one month after the Guatemalan armed forces violated Belize’s sovereignty, they did so again on Saturday October 10th, when the Belize Territorial Volunteers made an unannounced trip to the Sarstoon River. The trip discovered that the Guatemalan armed forces continue to occupy the river, but more than that, the trip also found that up...
Toledo District’s very own Ymanoli Garcia has been named Oceana’s 2026 Wavemaker of the Year for the district. The announcement was made during Oceana Belize’s Annual General Meeting. Over 300 Wavemakers, partners, and allies from across the country came together in celebration of their shared commitment to protecting Belize’s marine environment.
