The unveiling of an East Indian mural was held at the Muara Lopez Market. Hosted by the National Institute of Culture and History. Community members and visitors gathered to view the artwork and learn more about the heritage represented through the mural.
An art exhibit was held on Saturday afternoon. The exhibit was hosted by renowned local artist Marlena Heron and featured the work of an estimated 23 students who took part in the arts camp. Visitors had the opportunity to view the students’ artwork at the Welcome Center, showcasing the creativity and talent they developed throughout...
A few weeks ago, we told you about the deplorable condition of the Barranco pier. The pier is used by the Belize Coast Guard and, at times, by the Belize Defense Force. The Chairperson of Barranco made an appeal for repairs to the deteriorating structure. However, that appeal, despite being made by a PUP village...
The 16th Annual Yellow Ginger Festival was held over the weekend, and this year’s celebration was one of the largest to date. More than 50 booths were set up at Central Park, attracting a large crowd. The guest speaker at the opening ceremony was Punta Gorda’s very own Wil Maheia. The celebration brought the community...
TIDE officially wrapped up its 2026 Summer Camp with more than 20 facilitators taking part in a day of learning and fun at the Port Honduras Marine Reserve. At the Steven Page Ranger Station in Punta Ycacos, facilitators experienced the beauty of the marine reserve and were treated to a memorable sighting of a deer...
To most people, the Orange-breasted Falcon may be just another bird, but to serious birders, it is considered one of the most precious and rare birds in the world. Across Central and South America, the population of these birds is estimated to be fewer than 100. The Toledo District is fortunate to have one of...
For weeks now, we have been reporting on the elderly residents who use the HOPE building in the Magoon area. Access to the facility has become increasingly inconvenient for them due to the broken bridge. Last week, the Punta Gorda Town Council posted on its Facebook page that construction on the bridge would begin on...
Last week, we told you about the press release issued by the People’s National Party regarding the fish kills in the Belize River. As of now, there has been no confirmed cause for the deaths of the fish in the Belize River Valley. The Department of the Environment has issued a release advising the public...
Rotary brought a touch of fun and color to the children’s ward at the Punta Gorda Community Hospital. Over the past week the rotary club of Punta Gorda painted the children’s ward. The colorful transformation is expected to bring smiles and comfort to children during their time at the hospital.
The People’s National Party is calling for urgent action following reports of a large fish die-off in the Belize River Valley. According to a statement issued today, residents have reported scores of dead fish, river crabs, and river lobsters along the riverbanks from Scotland Halfmoon to St. Paul’s Bank, with discolored water and aquatic life...
It has been over a decade now that the Guatemalan armed forces have continued to violate Belize’s sovereignty. On Saturday, the Guatemalan armed forces escalated their aggression and rammed into a Belize Defence Force boat on the Sarstoon. The Guatemalan armed forces clearly violated Belize’s sovereignty once again, and this time they were more aggressive...
The Belize Coast Guard and Rangers from TIDE have removed three illegal gillnets during a joint maritime enforcement patrol near Corona Reef. The operation was conducted on November 6th along Belize’s southern maritime border with Guatemala. The gillnets, which are prohibited fishing gear in Belizean waters, were located and removed during the patrol. During the...
Jahida Ramirez is a talented young author from Punta Gorda Town. On Monday morning, at the Welcome Center, she officially launched her new book, dedicated to the youth of Punta Gorda, Belize, and the world. A proud achievement for this young Belizean, using her creativity and passion to inspire the next generation. Congratulations, Jahida, and...
At Thursday’s BTIA meeting, one of the concerns raised was the poor condition of the Punta Gorda Vegetable Market. One resident took to social media to express concerns, pointing out that the Maria Lopez Market was funded by the European Union and the Government of Belize at a cost of $1 million in 2016. However,...
On Saturday October 31st, the Miss Garifuna Peini Pageant was held at the sporting complex. Four young ladies proudly showcased Garifuna culture, as they competed for the coveted crown. At the end of the evening, Miss Tiricy Colon emerged as the winner and was crowned Miss Garifuna Peini.
