Education • Environment • Government • Health
April 26, 2024
“Planet vs. Plastics” serves as the theme for this year’s Earth Day, observed on Monday, April 22nd. Numerous environmental organizations had planned activities to raise awareness about the significance of conservation and reducing plastic usage. Ya’axche Conservation Trust organized a… Continue Reading…
Economy • Education • Environment • Government • Health
April 24, 2024
The Punta Gorda Community Hospital recently received two vehicles donated by UNICEF through the Ministry of Health and Wellness. These vehicles will be assigned to the Maternal and Child Health Department. The nurses in this department will utilize them to… Continue Reading…
Accidents • Economy • Education • Environment • Government
April 23, 2024
The Belize Territorial Volunteers BTV is known for its controversial work along the Belize border, exposing incursions into our lands and seas. Well, over the weekend the BTV carried out a reconnaissance mission inside the Colombia Forest Reserve. Their visit… Continue Reading…
Accidents • Education • Environment • Government • Health
March 27, 2024
Due to the substantial rainfall, it receives, Punta Gorda town stands out as one of the lushest areas in Belize. However, the current dry season poses a significant risk of bushfires. Just last week, a portion of the town ignited,… Continue Reading…
March 22, 2024
Women’s Month is being celebrated throughout March, emphasizing, and acknowledging the crucial roles women play in society for national development. During this month, as well as throughout the year, the Punta Gorda Police Department has been diligently working to maintain… Continue Reading…
Education • Environment • Government • Health • Sports
March 16, 2024
Last Friday, March 8th, the Toledo District Gender-Based Violence Committee and the Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit in Punta Gorda Town took to the streets of Punta Gorda to celebrate International Women’s Day and the beginning of Women’s Month, which… Continue Reading…
March 15, 2024
Belize is renowned for its colorful Barrier Reef, making it a popular tourist destination. However, to ensure the safeguarding and protection of our barrier reefs, it is crucial to engage and educate young people about their importance. As Reef Week… Continue Reading…
Economy • Education • Environment • Government • Politics
March 13, 2024
Just days before the Municipal election, the garbage box at Punta Gorda vegetable market was torn down. The box, used by vendors to dispose of their waste, was deemed inadequate due to damage and insufficient capacity. The town administrator revealed… Continue Reading…
Economy • Education • Environment • Government • Politics
February 1, 2024
The People’s Constitution Commission visited Punta Gorda Town for a two-day lecture series, addressing three distinct groups. The first session took place at UB Toledo Campus in the morning, catering to UB students and TCC 4th formers. In the evening,… Continue Reading…
Economy • Education • Environment • Government • Politics
January 5, 2024
The Belize Progressive Party’s upcoming manifesto launch on Friday January 5th, seems like a pivotal event in the lead-up to the Municipal Election in Punta Gorda. Mayoral candidate Anita Nicholas’ address could shed light on the party’s vision for the… Continue Reading…