P.R.’s small inn, or ‘paradores,’ are ready for long Thanksgiving weekend
November 25, 2019
The Puerto Rico Small Inn Owners and Tourism Association confirmed their members are “ready to welcome the hundreds of families that frequently choose the “paradores” to celebrate the upcoming long Thanksgiving weekend. “This year, the Thanksgiving weekend extends for up to five days, as many schools, businesses, and government offices close Wednesday. Our hotels are […]
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CPAs warn about implications of ‘last-minute’ Tax Reform amendments
November 25, 2019
The Puerto Rico Society of CPAs warned over the weekend about the implications of certain technical amendments approved in the Tax Reform during the legislative session ended last week, which were introduced at the last minute and without having been discussed in public hearings. David González-Montalvo, president of the CPAs, said “many of the amendments […]
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‘Step-Up’ entrepreneurial training program open for people 60+
November 25, 2019
Ana G. Méndez University, Cupey Campus, will offer the “Step-Up” project, a one-year, free-of-charge business education program for adults 60 years or older who are retired or unemployed. The program begins Dec. 11. Step-Up is a program subsidized by the MCS Foundation, which pursues that people 60 years of age and older are able to […]
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Probe reveals BDO still has government contracts despite cancellations
November 22, 2019
A Special Investigation conducted by the Puerto Rico Office of the Inspector General found that former government contractors and former employees of BDO Puerto Rico still have ties with the government of Puerto Rico, under new companies. In addition, the investigation revealed that government officials may have committed ethical and legal violations in when formalizing […]
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Skincare product line Laline opens 1st store in Plaza Carolina, more in the pipeline
November 22, 2019
Laline, a global retailer featuring skin care products, fragrances, soaps and other personal hygiene items, opened its first store Puerto Rico at the Plaza Carolina Mall. The 1,000 square-foot store on the mall’s second level arrives to the island at the hands of a group of successful merchants and entrepreneurs who have run large businesses […]
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Queremos Sol coalition calls for decentralized, renewables-based energy plan for P.R.
November 21, 2019
A report released by Queremos Sol, a coalition of nonprofits, based on data from the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority concluded that, with new distributed generation technology such as rooftop renewables, and increased energy efficiency, Puerto Rico could save millions of dollars. Instead, the utility has proposed investing over the next 20 years in maintaining […]
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Tropizen signs agreement to launch cannabis hot sauce, gummies in U.S.
November 21, 2019
Tropizen, a licensed local cultivator and manufacturer of medical cannabis products, has signed an exclusive licensing agreement that will allow it to sell its locally manufactured Tropizen Pique hot sauce and Tropizen Real Fruit Gummies in six states, starting with Maryland. “We’re thrilled to become the first industry player to launch our Puerto Rico-based products […]
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FIDEVI trust grants $102K for rehabilitation projects
November 21, 2019
The Puerto Rico Housing and Human Development Trust (FIDEVI, for its initials in Spanish) announced the granting of $102,000 in funds for rehabilitation and reconstruction projects to various nonprofit entities that address affordable and accessible housing needs for vulnerable and very low-income populations. The funds awarded will be allocated to three projects initially, including: Worthy […]
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Op-Ed: Emotional paycheck, the new currency for happy and productive employees
November 21, 2019
The world is changing. The integration of new generations into the workforce has changed the way we feel more productive and appreciated at work. It’s not only enough to have good economic remuneration, which, although important, is not a priority for many today. Today, more than a good salary is required to keep employees motivated, […]
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Baskin-Robbins unveils $1.1M renovation of its San Patricio store
November 21, 2019
Local company Island Creamery Inc., operator of the Baskin-Robbins franchise in Puerto Rico, continues to bet on the local market with a $1.1 million investment to remodel its San Patricio Village store in Guaynabo. The renovation features the “new and innovative design” the company will use to open new stores and remodel existing ones for […]
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USDA allocates $782K to P.R. for rural education, health care access
November 21, 2019
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development agency announced it is allocating $781,586 in two grants to further distance learning and rural education in Puerto Rico. Kinesis Inc. will receive a $291,887 grant that will enable it to create a distance learning network to provide advanced classes. There will be a hub-site at San Juan, […]
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Silver Airways, American Airlines announce codeshare partnership
November 21, 2019
Regional airline Silver Airways and American Airlines have expanded their commercial relationship by introducing a codeshare partnership, providing customers of both airlines seamless connections between the carriers’ networks and enabling passengers to fly segments operated by both airlines under a single ticket. The carriers announced that the codeshare offers customers of both airlines the ease […]
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‘Young Reporters for the Environment’ int’l competition opens in P.R.
November 20, 2019
For the second year in Puerto Rico, the Sustainable Environment Organization (OPAS, for its initials in Spanish) announced the call for the Foundation for Environmental Education’s international “Young Reporters for the Environment” student journalism competition. This program provides the opportunity for students between the ages of 11 and 25 to explore and report findings on […]
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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts takes over management of El San Juan Hotel
November 19, 2019
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and ESJ Resort LLC today announced the signing of an agreement for Fairmont Hotels & Resorts to become the new manager of El San Juan Hotel in Isla Verde. The property will join the globally renowned Fairmont collection of luxury hotels, as Fairmont El San Juan Hotel, no longer being run […]
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Iván “Pudge” Rodríguez to open Pudge’s Pizza at El Distrito
November 19, 2019
El Distrito entertainment complex will be filled with the taste of the Major Leagues with the opening of Pudge’s Pizza, the gastronomic offering by Baseball Hall of Fame Catcher, Iván “Pudge” Rodríguez, Federico Stubbe, Jr. president of PRISA Group, developer of the complex announced. Stubbe explained that his company acquired the rights to the Pudge’s […]
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