On November 4th, Desamparados neighbors will join a night race which will be done in order to make a call for peace in the canton. “Desamparados lives, a canton united against violence” is the name of the activity and it is an important part of the celebrations of the 154th anniversary of the canton. The […]
A gang used to steal coffee and replace it with sand
A gang that assaulted coffee export containers was dismantled by the Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ). Even though they intercepted containers carrying all kinds of merchandise, the coffee seed was the most wanted product due to its high market value. They were in Limón but they worked around the country. They directed their activities to any […]
Salvadoran president Elías Saca is accused of having diverted 246 million dollars
In an unprecedented move, the Salvadoran prosecutors accused detained, former president Elías Antonio Saca (2004-2009) and 6 of his colleagues of having diverted 246 million dollars, part of which were paid in cash. The surprise announcement was made by Attorney General Douglas Meléndez during a press conference in which he revealed that large amounts of […]
Rural owners’ debts will be condoned
With 47 votes in favor, the Congress approved in first reading an authorization to the Rural Development Institute (Inder) to condone rural owners’ debts acquired by the granting of land with the former Agrarian Development Institute (IDA) before December 31st, 2005. Under the initiative, debts equal to or less than 6 million colones will be […]
Fathers can now share with their children if there is a family separation process
Different sectors that defend men’s rights supported a guideline introduced by the National Children’s Trust (PANI) that allows fathers to share with their children when there is a family separation process. Fathers can now request timetable for visits in a more accessible way. It aims to encourage an immediate link unless there is some risk. […]
Power cuts in Heredia, Tibás and Curridabat
From November 1st to November 3rd, the National Power and Light Company (CNFL) will conduct several jobs that force it to interrupt electricity service in some sectors of Heredia, Tibás and Curridabat. The disruption will take place on November 1st in Colima de Tibás, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, due to the relocation of […]
