Toledo Community College (TCC) Career Day was a vibrant display of enthusiasm and hope, filled with students eager to shape their futures. The gathering showcased the diverse aspirations of Belize’s youth, as they envisioned careers in fields like medicine, education, politics, law enforcement, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. The students, energized and attentive, listened to speakers and...
Rotary is a global organization dedicated to serving communities worldwide, and this year, they’re celebrating 120 years of service. To mark this significant milestone, Rotary visited Hillside, Sunday February 23rd, 2025 and gave the Hillside Clinic a much-needed facelift.
Clive’s Restaurant had a grand opening on Valentine’s Day, drawing a large crowd and special guests. Located upstairs at the Sea Front Inn, the restaurant offers stunning beach views, making it the perfect spot for dining and relaxation. The event featured top-quality food and drinks, with a menu full of Belizean favorites like rice and...
Most people will remember US Capital, the oil company granted permission to explore for oil in Toledo. However, before any work could begin in the Mayan villages, the company had to go through a rigorous consultation process known as Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC), which took nearly three years to complete. On Sunday 2nd...
Although the government boasted about a $2 million investment for street upgrades in PG just before the last town council election, many streets are still in poor condition. With the upcoming election, the government is once again attempting to address some of the worst streets. Last week, they focused on fixing the Ex-Serviceman Road in...
The Toledo Transport Department has officially relocated from the Ministry of Works compound to a more central location on George Street in the heart of Punta Gorda Town. The general public is advised to take note of the department’s new location for all transport-related services. Despite the move, the department’s opening hours and services remain...
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology has launched U-Space, an initiative aimed at fostering digital skills and exploring the intersection of technology and culture. A U-Space is designed to serve as a creative hub where community members can experiment with technology and develop innovative ideas for the future. The initiative is being rolled...
The Methodist Church is celebrating 200 years of being in Belize, and this week, the church is holding its annual Council Conference in the Toledo District. A series of activities are taking place throughout the week.
Residents of Punta Gorda are raising alarms about the unsafe conditions of the Orange Walk Street Bridge. With little maintenance, the bridge poses a serious risk to both pedestrians and drivers. One resident noted, “We’re lucky no one has been hurt yet.” PGTV urges the community to speak up and demand action, stressing the need...
Football is one of the most passionate sports in the world, and that passion is alive and well in Toledo. Sunday night, in front of a packed crowd at Toledo Union Field, the two teams in the finals—Tallah Estrellas and Tyrone Legends—battled it out to determine who would claim the title of the top football...
It has been a debate that has been ongoing for years, but when the Port Honduras Marine Reserve was first established, no fish traps were allowed inside the marine reserve. Some years later, someone discovered a glitch in the Statutory Instrument that was signed, and suddenly fish traps began to appear inside the reserve. Some...
BYRISE’s 3rd Annual Summer Camp came to a close on Friday July 24th. At the conclusion of the camp, certificates were presented to the young participants. For the first time, the camp also concluded with an exhibition baseball game, giving some of the children the opportunity to play in their very first baseball game.
On Friday July 24th, residents gathered to welcome and celebrate Belize’s men’s national volleyball team, following their gold-medal victory at the III AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four. The motorcade travelled through several streets in Punta Gorda before ending at Central Park. The celebration also recognized the achievement of a member of the national team who proudly...
Last week, the Belize Diaspora Summit was held at the Grand Resort in Belize City. The idea behind the Belize Diaspora Summit is for Belizeans living in the United States to develop a stronger and more professional relationship with Belizeans living in Belize. The idea of the summit is to strengthen that relationship and explore...
Yesterday Wednesday July 22nd, the People’s National Party traveled to the Belize District, where they distributed seedlings. The PNP wants the country to know that they are committed to promoting sustainable development across the country. Hundreds of seedlings were distributed to residents.
