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...
The Belize Fisheries Department hereby informs fishers that the open season for queen conch and stone crab fishing will run from October 1st to June 30th, 2025. Fishers are advised to follow all regulations set forth by the Fisheries Department when in possession of these species. Additionally, the Fisheries Department informs fishers that if the...
For the past 20 years, whenever November comes around, the Garifuna culture has been widely seen and celebrated with a mass at the PG Methodist Church. Last night, Wednesday, November 11th, the mass was a huge success. The guest speaker at the mass was Miss Lilia Gutowski.
In our last newscast, we informed you that the Guatemalan Armed Forces had disrespected Belize’s border and violated Belize’s sovereignty. Less than a week later, yesterday Wednesday November 11th, 2026, the Guatemalan Armed Forces once again disrespected Belize and its borders and violated its sovereignty. The People’s National Party has called on the government to...
For months now, PGTV and the PNP have been advocating for repairs to the pier in the village of Barranco. The pier has been in disrepair for over a year, and residents continue to ask and call for repairs to be done to the wharf. This past weekend, the PNP leader accompanied CEO Valentino Shal...
As we approach the 19th of November celebrations, Garifuna Settlement Day, NGC Peini Branch, together with the Belize Tourism Industry Association, PG Branch, is hosting a series of Garifuna activities leading up to the big day. On Sunday night, residents gathered at Hopeville Park and Joe Cayetano Park for live drumming, celebrating the rich culture,...
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...
