The crumbling bridge on Ex-Servicemen Road urgently needs attention. Local resident Maria Nunez raised concerns about its deteriorating condition and attempted to inform the mayor, but it seems other priorities have taken precedence. With the safety of residents at risk, the bridge’s current state poses a serious hazard. Immediate action is needed to prevent any...
Garbage disposal remains a significant concern for the community, posing risks to both public health and the environment. Unfortunately, Ex-Servicemen Road has increasingly become a dumping ground for waste. Residents have normalized the area as an unofficial garbage site, with many continuing to dispose of trash along the roadside—a worrying trend. PGTV has repeatedly highlighted...
Schools reopened on January 6th, with many students and teachers traveling to and from school daily. Those commuting to and from Boom Creek and the Magoon area must contend with the deplorable condition of the streets. The roads in the Magoon area are in poor condition, riddled with potholes that fill with water during the...
San Lucas, one of the most remote villages in Toledo, has never had electricity—until now. Thanks to Plenty Belize International, in collaboration with the UNDP and other stakeholders, significant progress is being made in bringing solar energy to rural communities in the region. December 14, a solar energy project was inaugurated in Yalbac Village, providing...
The season of joy and celebration is here, and that’s exactly what the BDF officers and ministers experienced at the Fair Weather Camp on Tuesday, December 17th. The Area Representative for Toledo, along with Minister of State Oscar Mira, showed their gratitude to the members of the Belize Defence Force’s First Infantry Battalion by serving...
The redistricting process in Belize has been a contentious issue, with the Belize Peace Movement repeatedly taking the matter to court to demand that the government complete the redistricting exercise before the next general election. Despite this, the government has made little to no progress in advancing the process. While the government has hired top...
The Rural Trade License is being introduced to rural communities involved in monetary trade transactions. The Ministry of Rural Transformation and Local Government has been holding sensitization sessions in various areas to educate local business owners about this new initiative. On Saturday, December 14th, a session took place in San Felipe Village, where business owners...
For years, Front Street, the primary thoroughfare into Punta Gorda, has been neglected. Both the PUP and UDP administrations have made numerous promises to address its condition, but none have been fulfilled. The PNP has consistently advocated for the improvement of this essential street. Although Front Street stretches over a mile, it is understood that...
The National Youth Awards took place on Friday, November 29th, at Punta Gorda Sporting Complex, celebrating and recognizing the achievements of young individuals within their communities. Over 40 youths were honored across various categories, including sports and environmental initiatives. One youth from Punta Gorda, Levaun Sanchez, received the Youth in Agriculture Award. PGTV extends its...
The Christmas season is upon us! Sunday, December 1st, the Punta Gorda Town Council, in collaboration with the Area Representative of Toledo East, hosted the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Punta Gorda Central Park. This event marked the beginning of the 12 Days of Christmas celebrations. The Town Council has organized a series of...
A Belizean youth delegation departed for Taiwan to take part in the 2026 Global Youth Trends Forum. Led by Director of Youth Services Indira Loague, the group includes youth representatives from different communities and is expected to engage with young leaders from around the world on youth policy, innovation, and future cooperation. We extend our...
Just before Christmas, the Ombudsman of Belize, Major Swazo, received a letter from the government informing him that his contract would not be renewed. The People’s National Party (PNP) has taken issue with this decision, stating that it believes Major Swazo was performing his duties effectively and consistently acting in the best interest of the...
As the clock counted down to midnight, the Cattle Landing Village came alive with its celebration. Residents of Punta Gorda Town traveled to Cattle Landing Village after finding that no activities were taking place in town, despite the Town Council’s announcement that events would continue through to the New Year’s countdown. In Cattle Landing, everyone...
The Department of Youth Services hosted an appreciation night honoring youths and their key supporters, including teachers and students from Toledo Community College and Julian Cho Technical High School. Representatives from the Belize Police Department and the Ministry of Health were also present. The event saw notable guests such as Punta Gorda Mayor Carlos Galvez,...
Over the weekend Smiles, laughter, and the spirit of giving filled the air as Toledo Faith Outreach Christian Center hosted its annual Happy Birthday Jesus celebration. More than 3,000 children and families gathered for the beloved community event, made possible by the dedication of over 100 volunteers who came together to serve and celebrate the...