2 more online betting operations approved in Puerto Rico
June 27, 2023
The Gaming Commission director predicts growth in digital betting will generate $4 million in revenue for the island’s government. #NewsismyBusiness
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San Juan sidewalks to become disability-friendly under U.S. Justice Dept. order
June 26, 2023
Following a discrimination lawsuit for violation of the ADA, the agency proposes an order to make public sidewalks more accessible. #NewsismyBusiness
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Fitch Ratings recognizes Puerto Rico government’s progress
June 22, 2023
The agency noted the progress in the publication of audited financial statements and the improvement in reliability, timeliness and accessibility to information. #NewsismyBusiness
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$3.2M renovation of Parque Forestal La Marquesa in Guaynabo starts
June 16, 2023
The planned repair work is comprehensive and includes roads, play areas, fences and buildings. #NewsismyBusiness
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USACE awards $54M San Juan Harbor project to Curtin Maritime Corp.
June 15, 2023
Works will be carried out in San Juan, and are estimated to be completed by July 31, 2024. #NewsismyBusiness
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Comptroller: San Juan spent $1.4M on tablets in 2020, with 23% still undistributed
June 6, 2023
The agency said that 13% of the tablets at Head Start centers were defective but had not been referred for repair, while others had yet to be inspected before their warranty expired. #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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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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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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San Juan municipal gov’t rolls out ordinance regulating short-term rentals
May 25, 2023
The regulation establishes an STR registry and licensing process run by the city’s Permits Office. #NewsismyBusiness
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Costa Rica foreign trade minister visits Puerto Rico to bolster ties
May 24, 2023
Manuel Tovar’s visit aims to strengthen trade relations, promote foreign investment and foster academic exchanges. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico gets $80M in mental health service funds
May 23, 2023
FEMA funds will support the Mental Health and Addiction Services Administration in addressing the emotional health impacts of recent disasters. #NewsismyBusiness
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