Strawberry producers in the area of Vara Blanca reported heavy losses after the strong winds that hit the country. Gusts accompanied by rain virtually destroyed greenhouses of approximately 20 hectares and now the owners are trying to cover the production with the intention of saving the strawberries. The greenhouses are built of metal tubes and […]
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Correos will charge for delivering products from China
If you made purchases online through Chinese sites such as Aliexpress and Wish, you’d better be prepared, because in the first quarter of the year, Correos de Costa Rica could include an extra fee for package delivery to your home address. Erick Ulate, president of the Costa Rican Consumers Association, said they have information that […]
Security received 250 daily calls for domestic violence in 2016
Given the rise of violence in the country in recent years, the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) presented a proposal to contain it. The initiative includes public and private institutions and municipalities in order to develop campaigns targeted to young people. According to the MSP, in 2016 they received 250 daily calls for cases of […]
These are the routes affected by landslides
The cold front that affects the country is wreaking havoc on the roads. Falling trees and materials have become a headache for drivers and authorities. The 3 national routes that connect the Central Valley with the Atlantic Zone are the most affected. Route 126 that connects Heredia and Vara Blanca, Los Cartagos and Cinchona has […]
Piedra Extrema competition challenged the strongest
Dubbed one of the more complex cross-country races of the Central Pacific, the sixth edition of the race Piedra Extrema was held on Sunday. This time, Pablo Delgado Mora got the first place for the second consecutive year, followed by his teammate Fidel Ramírez Fernández and Georsy López (who was participating for the first time). […]
Transit will monitor those who go to Palmares
Starting next Thursday, January 12th, the traffic police will monitor those who go and participate in the celebrations of Palmares. El Tope, Carnival and the two Sundays with concerts will be the days with stricter control. Priorities will be alcohol, driving speed and bad parking. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) reported that […]