A selection of photographic reproductions of the main works of Prado Museum, in Spain, will be exhibited in Chinatown, in the heart of San José, from next October 21st. The Museo Nacional del Prado, the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation for Development (AECID) and the Municipality of San José indicated that they will see a […]
Archives for October 11, 2016
3 grenades were found in “Aguantafilo”
57 families were evacuated in “Aguantafilo” in Hatillo. The operation ended with the seizure of three fragmentation grenades and 9mm weapon ammunition. The operation was carried out by several authorities such as the Public Force and the Municipal Police. We were ready for another kind of situation, but fortunately citizens helped us. Only one person […]
Beware! Heavy rains will continue
The rains that affected authorities and families in several parts of the country last week, could happen again throughout the week. The latest report from the National Meteorological Institute (IMN) indicates that rainy conditions will take place in the afternoon in the Pacific coast, whereas in the morning, weak rainy conditions and trade winds are […]
Road closures for demarcation of Montecillos, Alajuela
On October 11th, Traffic Engineering will paint demarcation lines in Montecillos, Alajuela between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., which will translate into a forced road closure of 30 minutes. The work will focus on demarcating the yellow center line and closures are necessary due to the conditions of vehicular volume of the area and the […]
The Ombudsman supports law to prevent improper relations
The Ombudsman supports the bill that prohibits and penalizes improper relationships. Therefore, the official sent a report to the Constitutional Court, requesting the dismissal of the motions submitted against the initiative. The bill was approved in the first reading and it was sent to consultation before the Constitutional Court because 12 lawmakers believe it could […]
57 families evicted from “Aguantafilo” in Hatillo
Several institutions, including the Municipality of San José, are carrying out an eviction of 57 families living in 25 de Julio Park, known as “Aguantafilo”, and in Reina María, both in Hatillo. According to the entity, the action is being executed in conjunction with several institutions, coordinated by the National Commission on Evictions. The idea […]