Ponce Health Sciences Univ. launches new MS degree
July 25, 2017
Starting in August, Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) will offer Puerto Rico's newest Master of Science in School Psychology degree, school officials announced Monday.
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DDR sponsors ‘Say Present This Back-To-School’ drive
July 24, 2017
DDR Corp., which owns 12 shopping centers in Puerto Rico, announced the start of its "Say Present This Back-To-School” community effort that begins today to provide healthy snacks to 2,100 low-income children from public schools and areas of extreme poverty on the island.
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Coliseo de PR remains Caribbean’s top ranked venue
July 24, 2017
As it approaches its 13th anniversary celebration, the Coliseo de Puerto Rico announced it remains the top ranked venue in the Caribbean, according to Pollstar Magazine.
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Architects open call for ’17 Henry Klumb award
July 24, 2017
The Puerto Rico Architects and Landscape Architects announced the start of nominations for the Henry Klumb award, which recognizes the work of architects who emulate the spirit of the German-born professional.
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Sam’s Club in Los Colobos abruptly closed Wednesday
July 20, 2017
The management of Sam’s Club confirmed the closing of its store at Los Colobos, in Carolina, effective Wednesday.
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INVID wins ’17 ‘Microsoft Country Partner of the Year’
July 19, 2017
Internet Vision Development, LLC, a software development company that specializes in the design and implementation of engaging and functional solutions that improve processes and collaboration, announced Tuesday it has won the 2017 “Microsoft Country Partner of the Year Award” for Puerto Rico.
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Molina Healthcare gets Chamber of Commerce top honor
July 19, 2017
The Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce recently bestowed its Zenit Award 2017 in the health category to insurer Molina Healthcare of Puerto Rico, which administers the government health plan’s services to beneficiaries of the Eastern and Southwest regions of the island.
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Robotics as a learning alternative for children
July 18, 2017
When it comes to parenting, one factor that usually comes up it is the high exposure that children have to technology. More electronic devices are available to children and are consuming their time and attention.
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Census Bureau urged to include PR in national stats
July 17, 2017
The Committee urged the Census Bureau to include all American citizens, including those residing in Puerto Rico and other territories, in their estimates of the resident population and other national statistics.
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CUD, C4 partner to create medicinal cannabis chapter
July 17, 2017
In an unprecedented alliance, the United Retailers Association, known as CUD in Spanish, announced the start of the Cannabis Chapter in collaboration with the Caribbean Cannabis Chamber of Commerce (C4).
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Local co.’s lock down $5.4M in sales in NY trade mission
July 14, 2017
A delegation of 10 Puerto Rican companies locked down sales of $5.4 million during a trade mission to New York held June 27-30 coordinated by Puerto Rico Trade and Export.
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Resident Commissioner unveils alliance to boost SMEs
July 13, 2017
Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Jenniffer González announced Wednesday the upcoming creation of an alliance among civic, professional, university and municipalities with the Small Business Administration and the Chamber of Commerce to develop a plan to stimulate the economy through the proliferation of small businesses.
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Courtyard By Marriott to build $1.3M events space
July 13, 2017
The Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort unveiled this week the concept of its new Las Brisas rooftop event terrace, that entails an investment of more than $1.3 million, General Manager José C. Padín announced.
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New methodology applied to PR retail sales report
July 12, 2017
Puerto Rico Trade and Export announced Tuesday a new methodology and sampling to be used to develop the island’s retail sales report, looking to publish a more accurate result by Puerto Rico’s commercial establishments, the agency’s executive director Ricardo Llerandi said.
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Quick Deposit now available in more Oriental bank ATMs
July 11, 2017
Oriental announced Monday its Quick Deposit service will be available in 22 additional full-service ATMs, for a total of 47 throughout the island.
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