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A project aims to contribute to the development of Buenos Aires, Puntarenas

February 28, 2017 by Staff News Writer

An extension project aims to contribute to the development of Buenos Aires, Puntarenas, through planning and management actions for the future urban growth of the area. It is the “Accompaniment for the territorial management of the Central District of the Canton of Buenos Aires of Puntarenas” project, which is led by an interdisciplinary and interinstitutional […]

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Fish offers this Lent!

February 28, 2017 by Staff News Writer

Lent will start on March 1st and it will come with an increase of fish consumption among Costa Ricans. Take advantage of this food as it has great benefits for your health. Fish and some seafood are highly recommended by doctors, nutritionists, and even agencies such as the World Health Organization (WHO) due to their […]

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Truck drivers want the Government to listen to their request

February 28, 2017 by Staff News Writer

A group of truck drivers are in Zapote, as a pressure measure so the Government talks to them. However, no blockades are reported and traffic is normal in the area, as stated by Transit Police Communication Center. The Public Force Press Office reported that a monitoring operation is maintained outside the Presidential House, but there […]

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The National Fishery Sector is requesting regulations on needlefish species

February 28, 2017 by Staff News Writer

The National Fishery Sector is requesting a new rule so that needlefish are regulated in Costa Rican territory. According to the Costa Rican Fisheries Federation (FECOP), these species are key pieces to tourism and sport fishing, but they are affected by vessels that use other types of fishing. In addition, the sale of billfish or […]

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A bill aims to encourage and promote the recruitment of young people

February 28, 2017 by Staff News Writer

The legislative group of the Christian Social Unity Party (PUSC) presented a bill to encourage and promote the recruitment of young people aged 18 to 25 years old who are unemployed and in a condition of social risk or vulnerability. The initiative, promoted by legislator Luis Vásquez, is called the Law on the creation of […]

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Power suspensions in Heredia

February 28, 2017 by Staff News Writer

This week, different areas of the province of Heredia will be affected by suspensions of the electricity service. On February 28th, the 2nd Avenue, from 5th to 9th Street, will have no power from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., affecting Santa Catalina Apartments. The suspension is due to a reform to the network for the […]

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