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
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 […]
Businessmen insist 4-3 working days
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 […]
The Costa Rican Pacific was hit by seismic movements this Sunday
At least six earthquakes have shaken the Pacific coast and one more to the province of Alajuela this Sunday, December 29th, according to data from the National Seismological Network (RSN). The last movement was perceived at 5:05 pm, 11 km southwest of Ceiba, with a magnitude of 4, 42 km deep. These are the other […]
Authorities score against drug traffickers
The National Coast Guard Service finished emptying 2,500 liters of diesel from the semi-submersible boat confiscated on December 25th in Costa Rican Pacific waters. The operation was carried out by the Police in order to protect the environment, to prevent possible fuel spills from contaminating the sea or the ground where the semi-submersible rests after […]
Authorities discovered marijuana lab while trying to help alleged victim of robbery
A man was arrested on suspicion of committing the crimes of marijuana cultivation and illegal possession of a permitted weapon. The Deputy Prosecutor’s Office against Drug Trafficking and Related Crimes managed to order a month of preventive detention against the man named Octaviano Novoa. The precautionary measure was accepted by the Extraordinary Criminal Court of […]