Metro Pavía Health devotes $10M to medical tourism
April 21, 2016
After a $10 million investment, Metro Pavía Health System has become the private hospital network with the highest number of medical tourism certifications in Puerto Rico, company executives said.
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Pan Pepín unveils new $2M Bayamón production facility
April 21, 2016
Pan Pepín on Wednesday officially announced the establishment of a new $2 million, 10,800 square-foot facility dedicated to the production of its “Planitas” brand of wheat tortillas.
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Ford opens 15th edition of ‘green’ grant program in P.R.
April 21, 2016
The Ford Central American and Caribbean division announced Wednesday the start of the application cycle for the 15th edition of its annual Conservation and Environmental Grants program, which seeks to support individuals and nonprofits to promote “green” projects in Puerto Rico.
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‘PR Business Link’ online directory targets newcomers
April 21, 2016
“PR Business Link,” an online tool designed to to help Act 20/22 businesses and individuals who are considering moving or are already established in Puerto Rico to get the services they need through a directory that consolidates services and resources in one place.
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USDA opens cycle for rural broadband build-out grants
April 21, 2016
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced this week it is soliciting applications for grants to establish broadband in unserved rural communities through its “Community Connect” Program, which has some $12 million available to assign.
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PRASA sells $2.8M in excess properties to raise cash
April 20, 2016
The Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority has identified and will be selling three properties in San Juan, Guaynabo and San Juan worth a combined $2.8 million to inject cash into its coffers, agency Executive Director Alberto Lázaro said Tuesday.
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P.R. Gov: Suárez to head Financial Advisory Authority
April 20, 2016
Puerto Rico Gov. Alejandro García-Padilla announced Tuesday the appointment of Secretary of State Víctor Suárez as executive director and sole member of the Financial Advisory Authority and Fiscal Agency to act as the Commonwealth’s fiscal agent, financial advisor and information agent.
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Appellate Court sides with journalists on hedge fund info
April 19, 2016
The Center for Investigative Journalism (CPI, as it is known for its initials in Spanish) scored a legal victory in its fight against the government for access to information on the identity of Puerto Rico’s bondholders.
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GDB board members resign due to ‘restricted authority’
April 19, 2016
Two Government Development Bank board members are stepping down from their posts, saying, among other things, that the recently approved Puerto Rico Emergency Moratorium and Financial Rehabilitation has restricted the scope of their authority to make important decisions.
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P.R.’s 1st $500K Wendy’s Café opens in Guaynabo
April 19, 2016
Executives from Wendco de Puerto Rico, the franchisee of the Wendy’s restaurant chain on the island, announced Monday the reopening of its San Patricio location, which now includes the first Wendy’s Café in Puerto Rico.
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Sprint, SMG, PRHTA appoint key management execs
April 19, 2016
A trio of executives known for their excellence in their respective fields has been appointed to key management slots in recent weeks to oversee Puerto Rico operations.
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Telecom Board fines Claro $155K for alleged ‘cramming’
April 18, 2016
The Puerto Rico Telecommunications Regulatory Board has issued a fine against carrier Claro de Puerto Rico of more than $155,000 for apparent “cramming” practices in its wireless and bundled Internet services.
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SBA kicks-off 2016 emerging leaders series in P.R.
April 18, 2016
The U. S. Small Business Administration Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands district office has kicked-off the second Emerging Leaders training series on the island, announcing the companies selected to participate in the Class of 2016.
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Jamaica expects massive hotel growth in ’16
April 18, 2016
Jamaica, which recently inaugurated a new prime minister, expects “substantial growth” in tourist arrivals this year.
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3 finalists chosen for Singularity innovation competition
April 18, 2016
The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust announced that three researchers and innovators were selected as finalists of the local edition for Singularity University Global Impact Competition.
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