Traffic Standstill At Michael Espat Bridge After Collision

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Traffic Standstill At Michael Espat Bridge After Collision

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October 8, 2025

On Friday October 3rd, traffic at the newly upgraded Michael Espat Bridge came to a standstill when a minivan collided with a semi-truck. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured. The addition of new guardrails to the bridge has reduced available space, making it tighter for vehicles to pass. The bridge is located on a curve, the narrower lanes have created a higher risk for accidents, as this recent collision demonstrates.

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PGTVJuly 10, 2026

As part of our ongoing commitment to youth development, the PGTV News team once again joined the Machaca Summer camp to teach the fundamentals of journalism, including reporting, interviewing, and camera operation.

Wil Maheia Returns To Dolores To Honor Graduates After Flooding Delay

PGTVJuly 10, 2026

Graduation is a special milestone in the lives of students who have worked hard throughout the school year and are ready to celebrate their achievements. A key part of every graduation ceremony is the guest speaker, who offers words of encouragement and inspiration to the graduating class. Two weeks ago, the scheduled guest speaker for...

Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan

PGTVJuly 8, 2026

The Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute has opened the Public Inspection Period for the Draft Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan from May 25 to July 24, 2026. The draft plan will serve as Belize’s legally enforceable framework for managing ocean space by identifying areas for conservation and sustainable human activities. The public and stakeholders are...

Kimone Gabriel Recognizes Neighborhood Students For Hard Work

PGTVJuly 8, 2026

June has come to an end, marking the close of the school year as students prepare to advance to the next grade after successfully meeting their academic requirements. While many students move on without receiving any special recognition, this year one Knee High Hollywood resident returned home from Los Angeles to reward children from her...

Outreach Team Visits Pg Community Hospital

PGTVJuly 7, 2026

On Saturday July 4th, Archangel Medical Center, and the Corozal Lions Club, visited the Punta Gorda Community Hospital to provide free health services to residents of Punta Gorda Town. The team also distributed groceries, generously donated by Caribbean Organic. Foodstuff Corporation Limited, along with women’s care packages and hygiene kits for young girls as part...

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