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Archives for December 5, 2016

Nicaraguan women defended three Costa Ricans

December 5, 2016 by Staff News Writer

In the last hours, several videos recorded a confrontation which involved authorities from the Nicaraguan army, located in the border post, in the Nicaraguan sector of San Carlos. About 50 women, older adults and children, did not think it twice to defend three Costa Ricans who were held by the Nicaraguan army. The national citizens […]

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Three people were rescued at Esterillos beach

December 5, 2016 by Staff News Writer

three people were rescued at Esterillos beach, Puntarenas, after being swept offshore by a wave. The rescue was carried out by the aquatic unit from the Costa Rican Red Cross, that at the time was training with the lifeguards from the community of Parrita. After being assisted, the three people were transferred to the medical […]

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Legislator on mining company demand: “it was a trick”

December 5, 2016 by Staff News Writer

The Third Chamber ended the litigation that held the Canadian mining company Industrias Infinito with legislator Edgardo Araya Sibaja from Frente Amplio, who since 2010 has been sued for alleged defamation to the detriment of the company. During these 6 years the process was canceled several times. As legislator, Araya gave up his political immunity […]

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A hawker pretended to sell papayas, but he really provided drugs

December 5, 2016 by Staff News Writer

A seller pretended to sell papayas, when it actually used that as a front to provide drug. Thanks to an operation conducted over the weekend by the Municipal Police of San José, the trap was discovered. According to the police force, about 2,000 hawkers are operating in the main streets of San José. An important […]

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Companies urgently need 30 bus drivers

December 5, 2016 by Staff News Writer

Due to a shortage of drivers, bus companies are seeking drivers for Eastern routes between San José, San Pedro, Zapote, Curridabat and La Unión. Autotransportes Cesmag, Autotransportes Zapote and Magasoso assured they urgently need to hire 30 new drivers. Those interested should present their resume in the offices of these companies, located in the top […]

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The IMN forecasts more rains in Costa Rica

December 5, 2016 by Staff News Writer

The National Meteorological Institute (IMN) forecasted rains in several areas of the country on December 5th, as the country remains under the influence of a low pressure system, belonging to the Intertropical Convergence Zone, located in the Pacific Ocean. Rainfall could be expected from the morning on the Pacific watershed, especially in coastal areas. In […]

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