Barranco, a seaside village with significant agro-tourism potential, remains one of the most neglected communities in the country. Earlier this week, a farmers’ group from Barranco, known as Ligemeri Haruga Vanilla, hosted a training session focused on cultivating vanilla, a high-value crop that has minimal environmental impact. The session was led by Dawn Dean, a...
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...
The fight to end violence against women and girls remains an important issue. in Punta Gorda, efforts to raise awareness and promote prevention continued through a two-day workshop held at the Warsa Drum School. Hosted by the Child Development Foundation, the workshop focused on educating participants and encouraging greater awareness surrounding violence against women and...
Belize has taken a major step toward strengthening the future of sports with the country’s first-ever Sports Summit. Held last week at the Belize Civic Center. Organized around the theme “Building Belize Through Sport: Governance, Youth Development, Health, High Performance and Sports Tourism. Participants discuss the state and future of sports in Belize.
Tensions are heating up in the village of Corazón at Corazón Technical High School. Several parents are upset that their children have not advanced to Fourth Form, reportedly because one teacher claimed that nearly half the class failed English. Typically, when so many students fail, summer classes are offered to help them improve; however, some...
The Ministry of Rural Transformation has announced the winners of the Village Councils of the Year Award 2026. Representing Toledo District, Bella Vista Village Council has been selected as the district’s Village Council of the Year. The recognition comes at a time when Bella Vista is also set to benefit from a major development project. A new market building planned...
After three years of service to the St. Peter Claver Catholic Church and the community of Punta Gorda, Father Eric Serrano is being bid farewell as his time of service comes to an end. A special mass was held in his honor. The farewell was filled with heartfelt moments as parishioners expressed their gratitude through gifts, songs, and...
