The USDA Rural Development has awarded the Municipality of Juncos $23.7 million in grant funding to repair its landfill facilities that were damaged by Hurricane María in 2017, Luis R. García, acting state director for Puerto Rico, announced. The Juncos Municipal Solid Waste Landfill receives approximately 35,105 tons of non-hazardous solid waste every year. Hurricane […]
El Conquistador hotel in Fajardo announced the reopening of Ballyhoo’s restaurant, located at the property’s marina, following a $1 million renovation. The private investment includes a full kitchen remodel, expanding capacity for diners to accommodate 104 people, purchasing new furniture and raising the original ceiling. About 10 direct and 30 indirect jobs are created with […]
The Puerto Rico Treasury Department confirmed the seizure of 136 investment accounts in local and US brokerages held by delinquent taxpayers, amounting to more than $3 million. Agency Secretary Francisco Parés said the figure includes interest, surcharges, penalties, and garnishment costs. “This action coordinated by the agency’s Revenue Bureau stemmed from the failure of taxpayers […]
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