At least 75 million colones were stolen by a gang that used the skimming methodology (use of a device placed at ATMs and copy information from users’ cards) to clone credit and debit cards at ATMs in Heredia. The Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) indicated so in a report. In addition, it also arrested two Romanians […]
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A puppy lived an extreme adventure!
In Buenavista de Barva de Heredia, a puppy named Mateo lived an incredible experience: while walking on its owners’ farm, it fell into a septic tank. When a man knew about the situation, he immediately called 911. As consequence, 2 local Fire Department officials arrived to the area to help. One of “Mateo’s rescuers” was […]
Kami Holland Association’s goal is to help women with cancer
Cancer is an evil that affects the whole family. The thing is that in addition to fighting against it, you have to continue living, the children have to go to school, you have to do homework, you have to do housework, you have to go to medical appointments, treatments and many people have to keep […]
A new tomato promises to save this fruit production
A new species of tomato promises to save this fruit production in order to curb losses and lower the price to the consumer. So far, it seems to be the only way to return everything to normal since the experience has been good for those who have tried it. Cristian Gamboa, producer from Santa Bárbara […]
Citizens are hindering firefighters’ work
It is hard to believe it, but it is true. Whenever Fire Department officials assist an emergency, they find various setbacks that hinder their work and take away valuable time. Obstruction to the access to hydrants, vehicles parking in corners or in double row in a dead end street, are just some of the situations […]
Road Education in schools must be compulsory
The Ombudsman officially asked the Ministry of Public Education (MEP) to issue the order to implement the program of road safety education in all schools in the country. Given the alarming and increasing numbers of road deaths, the Ombudsman believes intervention is necessary from preschool, elementary, secondary, diversified, technical or vocational education. According to the […]