November is one of the biggest months in Punta Gorda, as it marks the time for Garifuna celebrations. These festivities bring significant economic benefits to Toledo, yet in recent years, these gains have been reduced due to added fees at the border crossings, as well as overtime charges for customs and immigration officers. Today, the...
The Battle of the Drums Garifuna Celebration is just two weeks away, and many visitors are eagerly anticipating spending time and enjoying the festivities in Punta Gorda Town. Annually, this is one of the major events that draws large crowds to Punta Gorda. However, the entrance to the town continues to deteriorate, and the Front...
The first-ever Primary School Battle of the Drum took place on Friday, November 1st, at the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex. This event provided an opportunity for primary school students to showcase their talents in drumming, singing, and dancing. It also created a space for children to interact within a culturally rich environment. Nine primary schools...
Residents have long raised concerns about traffic within the town limits, citing reckless driving and unlicensed motorcyclists as significant issues. Many have voiced these complaints at town meetings and in discussions with the Commissioner of Police. Reports indicate that some drivers engage in reckless behavior, while motorcyclists are often found riding without a valid driver’s...
October 23rd and 24th, the Minister of Natural Resources and his team of 45 arrived in Punta Gorda for a two-day land clinic. The first day of the clinic was designated for residents of Barranco, Eldridge, Forest Home, Cattle Landing, and Punta Gorda to receive assistance with challenges they face in the process of obtaining...
On October 20th, the University of Belize Toledo Campus held its graduation ceremony, celebrating the accomplishments of 93 students who completed their Associate, Bachelor’s, and master’s degrees in various fields of study. Seventy-five of these students proudly marched down the aisle, marking a significant milestone in their lives. Among the graduates, 24 were from the...
During the Ministry of Tourism and BTB consultation in Punta Gorda last Wednesday, October 16th, the ongoing construction of the PG House of Culture was also discussed. An overview of what is expected upon its completion was provided. While this development is a positive step for Punta Gorda, some residents proposed other important projects and...
On Wednesday, October 16th, Minister of Tourism Anthony Mahler, along with his team overseeing the Marina Project, visited Punta Gorda. For the first time in quite a while, the town saw full attendance at a public consultation. During the session, the team presented their assessment and findings on the Marina’s construction, along with detailed development...
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can spread when an infected animal bites a person. It can also be transmitted when the saliva of an infected animal enters an open wound or comes into contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth. If you are unaware of the signs and...
Just before the 2020 elections, the UDP was exploring the district for a suitable site for a new hospital. Five years later, there’s still no hospital, and with elections approaching again, another team is promising to build one in Toledo. Yesterday, PGTV accompanied CABEI, (Central American Bank for Economic Integration) and government officials on a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
