It’s one of the only tournaments of its kind in Belize, a unique fishing competition that celebrates nature while promoting zero-carbon practices. Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that contributes to ozone layer depletion and climate change. By avoiding the use of fossil fuels, participants in this tournament help reduce carbon emissions while still enjoying...
The Battle of the Drums Secretariat hosted its 16th annual summer camp, in Punta Gorda under the theme “Wanbunagua” (Let’s Plant). This year’s camp centers on backyard gardening, teaching participants how to identify, plant, and care for a variety of edible plants. Activities include hands-on gardening sessions, lessons on the use of medicinal plants, Garifuna...
A free volleyball camp for children and youth in the Toledo District officially kicked off today, July 21st, at the Toledo Sporting Complex. The camp will run through July 25th and is open to participants between the ages of 6 and 21. Throughout the week, campers will be divided into age-based time slots and guided...
The Ministry of Health and Wellness warns that floodwaters can lead to infections, injuries, and waterborne diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and hepatitis A. The public is urged to avoid contact with floodwaters and keep any open wounds clean and covered. Due to stagnant water, mosquito breeding is expected to increase, raising the risk of...
Quality Poultry celebrated 50 years in business with a lively weekend fair full of family fun. The event featured crowd favorites like a watermelon and chicken wing eating contest, Caribbean-themed games, tire activities, and vibrant Garifuna drumming and dancing. Kids stole the spotlight, enjoying every moment of the festivities. The fair was a resounding success,...
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Arlette Crawford is raising awareness about suicide prevention in Punta Gorda. Mental health professionals in the region emphasize the importance of early intervention and accessible support services. Nurse Crawford encourages anyone experiencing emotional distress to seek help, noting that services like counselling and crisis care are available. “Recognizing the signs early and...
The Toledo Cancer Society held a cancer awareness walk over the weekend, uniting the community in support of those affected by the disease. Alongside the walk, a clothing sale was held to raise funds for cancer-related initiatives. Miss Germina Mendez a cancer survivor, highlighted the importance of community involvement and encouraged residents to volunteer. Interested...
TIDE, the Vector Control Unit of the Toledo Community Hospital, and other local organizations came together for a major cleanup initiative in Indianville. The goal: to remove water-holding trash and debris that could become mosquito breeding grounds with the onset of the rainy season. Armed with gloves, bags, a truck, and a trailer, the dedicated...
An impressive garden located in PG town, The Zetina’s family demonstrates the possibility of growing what you eat while generating income from produce cultivated in your own yard. We will continue to highlight exceptional gardens in our town. If you have an outstanding garden that you would like to share with the public, please contact...
In honor of Nurses Week, the Punta Gorda Community came together to celebrate local nurses under the theme “OUR NURSES, OUR FUTURE. CARING FOR NURSES STRENGTHS ECONOMICS.” Nurses from the PG Community Hospital participated in a unity walk through town, supported by the PG police department, and wearingpink T-shirts to show solidarity. the event concluded...
As part of Police Week celebrations, officers were honored for their dedicated service in the Belize Police Department. Among those recognized was Mr. Tedford Garbutt, Deputy O.C of the Punta Gorda Police Formation and superintendent of police Brent Hamilton. PGTV would like to extend sincere congratulations to Mr. Garbutt and Mr. Hamilton on this well-deserved...
On Tuesday June 16th, ground was officially broken for a new STEAM Pavilion at Toledo Community College. The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics STEAM project is being funded through a partnership between the Government of Belize and the Inter-American Development Bank. The keynote address was delivered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and...
Seventeen hospitality professionals in Punta Gorda successfully completed the AHLEI Guest Service Gold Training as part of the 2026 Hospitality Sprint Series. All the participants earned certification, and the cohort achieved a remarkable 100 percent pass rate. The training is part of an ongoing partnership between the BTB Elevate Training Institute and the American Hotel...
A series of activities planned by the Punta Gorda Police Formation for Police Week. Sunday, June 14th, the week of events officially began with a church service held at St. Peter Claver Church in Punta Gorda.
The Queen of the Bay pageant is one of the most prestigious and oldest pageants in Belize. This weekend, Punta Gorda selected its Queen of the Bay from among four outstanding young ladies. The contestants showcased their talent and at the end of the evening, one young woman was chosen to represent the Toledo District...
