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New geriatric hospital has already been approved by the CCSS

December 31, 2019 by Staff News Writer

The construction of a new hospital for the care of the elderly is progressing and its financing could be completed in 2020. The medical center would have 300 beds, more than three operating rooms and state-of-the-art medical equipment for the care of the population over 65 years old. The Infrastructure Manager of the Costa Rican […]

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The CNE dealt with more than three thousand incidents during the year

December 31, 2019 by Staff News Writer

Floods, landslides and falling trees on houses and roads are part of the incidents solved by the National Commission for Risk Prevention and Emergency Assistance (CNE) during 2019. More than 3,400 emergencies were reported and 1,145 inspections were carried out to determine risks in homes, bridges or shops. According to the CNE, more than 1,400 […]

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Country will exceed 99% of renewable electricity generation in 2019

December 31, 2019 by Staff News Writer

Costa Rica will add more than 99% renewable electricity generation at the end of this year, according to estimates by the Costa Rican Institute of Electricity (ICE). That energy comes from five national sources: water, wind, geothermal energy, biomass and sun, according to data from the National Center for Energy Control (CENCE). National non-water sources […]

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Parties will restart campaign for mayor’s offices on January 2nd

December 30, 2019 by Staff News Writer

The 86 political parties that compete for mayor’s offices and other election positions in the municipalities will restart their campaigns on January 2nd. By disposition of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE), the Christmas truce that began on December 16th will last until January 1st. According to article 136 of the Electoral Code, during this period […]

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CNE: Identify risks in areas where you are going on vacation

December 30, 2019 by Staff News Writer

The National Emergency Commission (CNE) issued a series of tips for people who go on vacation now, in order to avoid accidents. One of the main ones is to identify the main risks in these areas and what are the evacuation routes. It is also important to always carry an emergency briefcase and be aware […]

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Businessmen insist 4-3 working days

December 30, 2019 by Staff News Writer

The union sector in the Costa Rican Union of Chambers and Associations of the Private Business Sector (UCCAEP) will once again insist that the government authorities join forces to ensure that the country implements the four-day work day and three days off for company employees. According to businessmen, the day may be adapted to changes […]

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