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The Miss Garifuna Pageant

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November 5, 2024

As the Garifuna celebrations continue, the National Garifuna Council has organized a series of events set to take place in Punta Gorda Town. One of the main events is the Miss Garifuna Pageant. On Saturday, November 2nd, the NGC Pieni Branch hosted their pageant, where four candidates competed for the title of Miss Garifuna Pieni 2024-2025. The contestants were Vashti Valerio, Aliyah Lambert, Darina Ramos, and Tiricy Colon. At the end of the contest, Darina Ramos won the title of Miss Garifuna Pieni 2024-2025 and will represent Punta Gorda at the national level in Belmopan. Tiricy Colon placed second in the competition.

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PG Youth Sendia Shol Off To Taiwan

PGTVJanuary 8, 2026

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...

GOB Declines To Renew Major Swazo’s Contract

PGTVJanuary 7, 2026

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...

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PGTVJanuary 6, 2026

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...

Department Of Youth Services Hosts Appreciation Night

PGTVDecember 23, 2025

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,...

Annual Happy Birthday Jesus Celebration

PGTVDecember 19, 2025

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...

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