CooperVision announces $500M investment in Puerto Rico
June 2, 2023
The investment will fund facility expansions and create nearly 700 jobs. #NewsismyBusiness
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Tex-Mex chain Fajita Pete’s to open 5 locations in Puerto Rico
June 2, 2023
The first location will open in San Juan by the end of the year. #NewsismyBusiness
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The Flamboyán Arts Fund grants $500K for Puerto Rican arts and culture
June 2, 2023
Grantees of the “En Foco” program were chosen through a participatory grantmaking process that put decision-making into the hands of the artistic community. #NewsismyBusiness
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$1M in FEMA funds for power generators to serve communities
June 2, 2023
The agency will support critical services during an emergency through backup energy. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico gov’t sues 20 companies for PFAS contamination
June 1, 2023
The complaint responds in part to the release in March of proposed drinking water standards by the EPA that limit the maximum acceptable contaminant levels in drinking water. #NewsismyBusiness
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Parallel18 selects 21 startups for 11th Gen acceleration program
June 1, 2023
The chosen companies from multiple countries will join the Puerto Rican-based economic development initiative with the goal of scaling to global markets. #NewsismyBusiness
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Telecom carriers unveil disaster recovery plans at onset of hurricane season
June 1, 2023
Telecom carriers have drafted plans that include stocking up on backup batteries and diesel to keep networks running. #NewsismyBusiness
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3 cruise ships dock in San Juan, injecting $1.3M into Puerto Rico economy
May 31, 2023
Puerto Rico Tourism Co. confirmed the number, adding that professional training will be offered to industry personnel. #NewsismyBusiness
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Asore study: 76% of restaurants have increased prices
May 31, 2023
Despite increased revenues compared to last year, restaurants face rising costs and reduced sales, leading to price increases and staffing adjustments. #NewsismyBusiness
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FEMA obligates $8.1M+ to repair roads damaged by Hurricane Fiona
May 31, 2023
The FEMA Public Assistance program provides applicants with federal grants for permanent work through reimbursement. #NewsismyBusiness
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DACO to investigate direct sales on websites, social media networks
May 31, 2023
The operation is called “Guarantees, even in Online Shopping.” #NewsismyBusiness
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Reconstruction begins at Puerto Rico Forensic Sciences Institute
May 30, 2023
The project has received $17.8 million from FEMA to improve resilience, upgrade equipment and repair important infrastructure.
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‘La Casona’ property on the Vega Baja Beach ready to lease
May 30, 2023
The municipality manages the property that spans about 16,000 square feet and sits on 5.76 acres of beachfront land. #NewsismyBusiness
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USACE creates project Task Force VIPR for USVI, Puerto Rico
May 26, 2023
Task Force U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico was created to organize and prioritize the demand of construction projects across the islands. #NewsismyBusiness
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Freshmart adopts eGrowcery platform to drive online sales
May 26, 2023
Partnership with Freshmart marks eGrowcery’s expansion into Puerto Rico. #NewsismyBusiness
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