Liberty Business strengthens offerings for all segments as its integration progresses
July 15, 2021
Liberty Business, Liberty Puerto Rico’s commercial division, continues to strengthen its roster of products and services for all business segments as the company’s integration of the wireless and wireline operations it acquired in Puerto Rico and the USVI last October, continues to progress. Antonio Llona, vice president of Liberty Business, said the division can now […]
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New Uber Eats GM announces upcoming expansion to Mayagüez
July 15, 2021
Uber Eats’ new General Manager for the Uber Eats Andean and Caribbean region, Mauro González, announced that among his first commitments on the job are to “reactivate and grow” the island’s economy. As part of the announcement of his appointment, González confirmed that Uber Eats will be available soon in town of Mayagüez. The upcoming […]
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Oriental awards $95K in scholarships to 20 college students
July 14, 2021
Financial institution Oriental distributed $95,000 in scholarships to college students, marking the initiative’s 7th consecutive year. These scholarships are awarded through an in-house program for children of employees. The majors selected for recognition are in the areas of science, technology, engineering, math, and business administration. “It’s very important for us to help young Puerto Ricans […]
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MCS Foundation invests $452K in mental health projects with 10 entities
July 14, 2021
Looking to address the widespread effects of the COVID-19 pandemic the island’s mental health, the MCS Foundation has teamed up with the Mental Health and Anti-Addiction Services Administration (ASSMCA) and mental healthcare provider FHC de Puerto Rico to launch the “Escondida” public service campaign discussing hidden problems resulting from the health crisis. This effort is […]
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World Central Kitchen hosts panel about food resiliency in the Caribbean
July 14, 2021
World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit that uses the power of food to nourish communities and strengthen economies in times of crisis and beyond, will hold a panel discussion entitled “Creating Resilient Food Systems in the Caribbean,” on July 19 at 3 p.m. The virtual event will be free to attend and will feature leaders in […]
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USDA Puerto Rico invests $357.6M in housing program in Fiscal ’21
July 13, 2021
The USDA Rural Development Puerto Rico has invested $357.6 million to support 3,025 families and individuals to buying their first home on the island during Fiscal Year 2021, the agency’s Acting State Director for Puerto Rico, Luis R. García, confirmed. The agency invested $349.2 million through its Loan Guarantee Program and $8.4 million in Direct […]
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SBTDC launches Biz Learning Center multimedia platform
July 13, 2021
The Puerto Rico Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC) of the Inter-American University and the U.S. Small Business Administration, has launched a new multimedia platform, called BIZ Learning Center, for anyone who wants to learn how to establish a business in Puerto Rico, among other topics. The Puerto Rico SBTDC has created a digital […]
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Black Philanthropy Month to kick off 10th anniversary with ’21 Global Summit Series
July 13, 2021
Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) is set to mark its 10th anniversary with the BPM 2021 Global Summit Series, which kicks off Aug. 3, with virtual events continuing in Africa, Brazil, Canada, the Caribbean, and worldwide. The Caribbean will be featured on Aug. 4, 1 and the series will end on Aug. 31st with Reunity, an […]
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MMM Telehealth invests $5M in ‘Cita Virtual’ telehealth app
July 13, 2021
In response to the needs of older adults for more convenient ways to get healthcare services, MMM announced the launch of “Cita Virtual” (Virtual Appointment), a service for Medicare Advantage (MA) plan members that schedules an appointment with the patient’s primary doctor or, if their own doctor is not available, it can guarantee an appointment […]
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Tourism Co. backs $9M renovations of 3 southern Puerto Rico hotels
July 9, 2021
The southern town of Ponce is experiencing a “rebirth” of its tourism industry with the $9 million renovation projects at three hotels — Hotel Solace by the Sea, Hotel Fox and Hotel Meliá — owned by developer Ponce Prime Resorts LLC. Puerto Rico Tourism Co. Executive Director Carlos Mercado confirmed that the projects are generating […]
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American Red Cross launches ‘Misión Roja’ video game tourney fundraiser
July 9, 2021
The American Red Cross, Puerto Rico Chapter announced the launch of its video game and streaming tournament, “Misión Roja” to raise funds for the families the organization serves after emergencies and disasters. People interested in participating have until July 28 to register, for the opportunity to win prizes. Those registered will play the “Super Smash […]
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T-Mobile provides telecom equipment to Puerto Rico’s Olympic delegation
July 9, 2021
For more than 15 years, T-Mobile has provided uninterrupted support as the official communications provider of the Puerto Rico Olympic Committee. Earlier this week, the carrier delivered communication equipment to the delegation that will represent Puerto Rico at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. “At T-Mobile we’re proud to be an ally and sponsor of the […]
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USDA awards $303K to rural water projects in Puerto Rico
July 8, 2021
Two communities in the town of Aguas Buenas have been awarded a combined $303,000 to modernize their rural drinking water and wastewater infrastructure systems, the US Department of Agriculture announced. The funds are part of a global $307 million allocation granted across the US mainland and Puerto Rico and are part of a bipartisan infrastructure […]
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Liberty Latin America releases 1st ‘ESG’ report
July 8, 2021
Liberty Latin America released its inaugural ESG report outlining its commitment to environment, social, and governance (“ESG”) practices across its operations in Latin America and the Caribbean. The ESG report covers metrics for 2020 and is available on the company’s website. “On behalf of all our employees at Liberty Latin America, I’m proud to present […]
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GM Sectec expands cybersecurity services to Iraq
July 8, 2021
Cybersecurity firm GM Sectec announced the expansion of its services to Iraq with the commencement of the card production certification process for a card embossing company in that country. “We’re pleased to begin business on the other side of the world, starting in Iraq, a country well known for its rich history and oil-based economy, […]
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