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University Of Belize Host A Public Forum Dedicated To The Oral History Of Punta Gorda Town

PGTVApril 23, 2025

Punta Gorda residents recently gathered for an enlightening public forum, dedicated to the oral history of our beloved town. Organized by the university of Belize, the event served as a platform to highlight and preserve the towns rich, cultural history. The speakers offered attendees and engaging opportunity to reflect on key events and personal stories...

Two (2) Confirmed Positive Positive Measles Cases In Belize

PGTVApril 23, 2025

The Ministry of Health & Wellness has confirmed two (2) positive measles cases in Belize. Since then, the Ministry has been working to contain and prevent the spread of this virus. The last time Belize had a case in 1991. The infected individuals remain in isolation, and the Ministry is closely monitoring them. Globally, measles...

Noemi Requena Farmer Of The Year

PGTVApril 22, 2025

Noemi Requena A born and bred Toledo native has been named the female of farmer of the year. Noemi has established herself as farmer that leads by example. She is a leader who has demonstrated time after time that farming is her passion. Noemi is also a farm supervisor at Copal Tree Farms where she...

PGTV Song Competition

PGTVApril 22, 2025

PGTV Earth Day Song Competition, Waluco’s Bar And Grill Today Tuesday 22nd starting at 5pm.

Garifuna Survival Day

PGTVApril 15, 2025

Saturday April 12, 100 people travelled from Punta Gorda Belize to Punta Gorda in Rotan Honduras. They were there to remember and celebrate the arrival of the Garifuna’s who arrived on the shores of what is now Honduras in 1779. They arrived there after being expelled from their native land of St. Vincent and the...

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...

Punta Gorda Town Council Without A Town Administrator

We reported that for nearly a year the Punta Gorda Town Council has been operating without a Town Administrator. We have since learned that the Ministry of Local Government has been urging the council to fill the post, as required by law. The Town Administrator plays a key role in the daily operations of the...

Ya’axche Reveals Damming Report Inside The Colombia Forest Reserve

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...

Spotlight Remains On PG’s Own Arik Nicholas

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...

Anselmo “Chemo” Cruz 2nd Annual Fishing Tournament

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...

BTV Sarstoon Expedition 2025

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...

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