University Of Belize Host A Public Forum Dedicated To The Oral History Of Punta Gorda Town
Punta Gorda residents recently gathered for an enlightening public forum, dedicated to the oral history of our beloved town. Organized by the university of Belize, the event served as a platform to highlight and preserve the towns rich, cultural history. The speakers offered attendees and engaging opportunity to reflect on key events and personal stories…
Department Of Youth Services Hosts Appreciation Night
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,…
Methodist Conference Takes Center Stage
The Methodist Church is celebrating 200 years of being in Belize, and this week, the church is holding its annual Council Conference in the Toledo District. A series of activities are taking place throughout the week.
Julian Cho High School National Service Day 2025
Thursday September 18th, was National Service Day, a day dedicated to the memory of the late Honorable George Price, Belize’s first Prime Minister. The day is set aside to encourage service and giving back to both community and country. In Punta Gorda, students from Julian Cho High School spent the day improving their school grounds,…
MR. B.N.T.U Expresses Gratitude
It was just a couple weeks ago that we shared with you about the first-ever Mr. B.N.T.U. Pageant, where Punta Gorda emerged victorious, proudly represented by Mr. Maclovio Ack. Mr. Ack expressing heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported him along that journey.
Honoring Officer Danny Conorquie
For decades, Belize and Guatemala have experienced tensions along the border. In 2014, the Chiquibul Forest became a hotspot, as Xateros crossed from Guatemala to illegally harvest thousands of Xate leaves, often entering armed. It was on September 25th of that year that a Xatero shot and killed Tourism Police Officer Danny Conorqui while he…
BTV Leads Journey To Sarstoon And Gracias Adios Monument
For over 15 years, the Belize Territorial Volunteers (BTV) have journeyed to the Sarstoon River on the final weekend of April. This annual expedition serves as a powerful reminder of the historic treaty signed on April 30, 1859, between Great Britain and Guatemala—establishing the official borders of Belize. Through this tradition, the BTV continues to…
CRESAP Expands Support To Southern Belize
The Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project, commonly known as CRESAP, has been in operation for several years and has recently expanded its activities to the southern districts of Stann Creek and Toledo. The initiative is designed to support farmers by promoting climate-resilient agricultural practices while improving sustainability within local communities. One of the most…
Turtle Monitoring At The Sapodilla Cayes
Over the past month, the Belize Territorial Volunteers, in collaboration with Toledo Exposure/PGTV, hosted a successful series of turtle monitoring camps at the Sapodilla Cayes. Located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area provided an incredible learning experience for the young participants, who had the opportunity to witness nature up close. During their time…
February Is Cancer Awareness Month
Community health workers from Forest Home, Eldridge, and surrounding villages joined forces with H.E.C.O.P.A.B. to host an informational booth aimed at educating the public on cancer prevention and awareness. The initiative brought vital health information directly to the community, encouraging early detection and healthier lifestyles.
