The Ocean Hero Award has been presented to local entrepreneur and community activist, Mr. Denise Garbutt. Originally from the small coastal village of Punta Negra, Mr. Garbutt’s journey reflects both humble beginnings and a deep commitment to protecting Belize’s marine environment. Growing up, Dennis Garbutt was a commercial fisherman, relying on the sea for his...
PGTV is happy to report that a joint enforcement operation involving the Fisheries Department, TIDE Rangers, and the Belize Coast Guard has resulted in a significant interception at sea. During the patrol, authorities seized several illegal gillnets gear that is prohibited due to its destructive impact on Belize’s marine resources. In addition to the confiscated...
We are happy to bring you a story of joy. The Christmas season is officially underway, and for the past week, several flyers and announcements have been circulating about the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at Central Park. That long-awaited moment finally arrived on Friday night, as families, children, and community members gathered to...
On Friday night at Garbutt’s Marine, the Belize Tourism Industry Association held its annual Christmas party. The event brought together tourism stakeholders and featured two guest speakers: Hon. Dr. Osmond Martinez and Mr. Javier Guttierrez. Mr. Guttierrez opened the program with a presentation highlighting ongoing developments. However, during his remarks, he announced that rooms would...
The San Felipe Road is part of the route that connects Jacinto Village to Dolores and Crique Sarco villages. It is a major road, with millions of dollars invested in tourism along the route. Ixcacao and Cotton Tree Lodge are two of the key investors in the agro-tourism industry, but their investments are now suffering...
Dawn Dean, a proud farmer from the beautiful coastal village of Barranco, who won the prestigious Rosita Arvigo award. We have more wonderful news about this remarkable female farmer. Dawn is not only known for her dedication to agriculture, but she has now made a significant academic contribution as well. She recently published a historical...
December 2nd marks the birthday of Andy Palacio, one of the greatest Garifuna musicians the world has ever known, his iconic Watina album, released the international acclaim claimed the number one on the world’s music charts and continues to influence artists and audiences across the globe, Andy Palacio hailed from the quiet southern Garifuna community...
Copal Tree Lodge is not only the largest employer in the Toledo District, it is also well known for consistently giving back to the community, earlier this year the lodge published and released a beautifully crafted book titled Snapshot Belize. The publication is guide to tourism in Belize, showcasing the country’s cultural history, wildlife and...
Birding is a million-dollar industry and the Toledo Birding Club is working to show the world that Toledo is a premier birding destination. In October, the annual birding festival was held right here in Toledo. Thanks to our region’s rich biodiversity and ideal bird watching locations. Sunday November 30th the Toledo birding club visited Tanager...
On Friday night the Victor Sanchez stadium was filled with fans from across the district as the big showdown unfolded between Copal Tree FC and the Ministry of Health. It was the final match of the interoffice competition and spectators we’re on the edge of their seats from kick off at around 8:00 PM at...
The vibrant colors and striking murals seen across Punta Gorda Town are the work of a talented local artist whose creativity is leaving a lasting mark on the community. Mr. Donato Cho’s artwork can be found throughout the town, reflecting both culture and passion through painting.
Wednesday February11th marked a major milestone for the ministry of rural transformation, community development and local government as two upgraded water systems were officially inaugurated, one in San Jose and the other in Yemeri Grove. These improved systems are expected to provide residents of both villages with reliable access to clean water for many years...
Residents of Punta Gorda had the opportunity to sharpen their customer service skills as BELTRAIDE hosted a Customer Service Excellence workshop for the public. The interactive session focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences, strengthening communication skills, and fostering a customer-first mindset, all at no cost to participants. The workshop took place in Punta Gorda Town...
A major step forward for road safety in Belize was marked with the successful completion of a Defensive Driving Training conducted by capstone along with James Bus Line. The training focused on real-world defensive driving techniques, hazard awareness, sound decision-making, and professionalism behind the wheel specifically tailored to the daily challenges faced by bus operators....
Several key development projects for Toledo are moving from planning to action, following recent approvals at the highest level of government. The Minister of rural transformation and development provided an update on initiatives already signed off by the Prime Minister, along with projects currently underway across the district, aimed at improving infrastructure, services, and overall...
