The Puerto Rico Orthopedic Center of the University of Puerto Rico’s Dr. Federico Trilla Hospital in Carolina this week began performing the first knee replacement operation with Mako SmartRobotics robotic technology. The robot — which the hospital said is unique to Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and the Central America region — is used to perform […]
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved an obligation of some $18.4 million for permanent repairs to the Roberto Clemente Walker Stadium, a sports facility managed by the Municipality of Carolina. Aside from its sociocultural importance, the home of professional baseball’s Carolina Giants team “plays a very important role in Carolina’s economy,” the federal agency […]
In response to multiple incidents involving tourists reported in Carolina’s popular district of Isla Verde, the municipality is implementing stricter security measures by limiting transit on Isla Verde Avenue exclusively to locals between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., Thursday through Sunday. The night patrol will be conducted by a team of 30 officers from Carolina’s […]
Centropiezas Plus, a Puerto Rican retailer specializing in automobile spare parts, chemicals and accessories, invested $250,000 to open its 20th store, this time in Carolina, executives announced over the weekend. “We took the risk of investing in the move and reopening of the store to expand our services, meet the demand of the Carolina market […]
The municipal government of the town of Carolina announced the start of construction of a new, $12.7 million medical tower that will incorporate retail spaces and a multi-level parking facility. The new six-floor building will provide support to the Doctors’ Center Hospital San Fernando de la Carolina in the town’s urban center, Mayor José Carlos […]
As a measure to prevent communal contagion from COVID-19, the Municipality of Carolina has established a protocol to clean and disinfect areas with businesses and shops that provide essential services to the community, the mayor’s office confirmed. The municipal Fire Department is in charge of the effort, conducted during the curfew period in place for […]
Gardner-Gibson, a full line manufacturer of roof waterproofing products, announced it will invest more than $5 million to open a new distribution center at La Cerámica Industrial Park in the municipality of Carolina, after marking its third anniversary on the island. The ambitious expansion project, which is slated for completion by the summer of 2020, […]
The Carolina municipal government has put an end to a 10-year-old legal fight with CH Properties for some 4 acres of pristine beachfront property, for which it paid $2 million, town officials announced. This resolution puts an end to litigation that will grant the municipality administration and maintenance of this part of the coast which […]
The 12th edition of Saborea Puerto Rico, a culinary extravaganza is slated to take place April 4-7 at the Carolina public beach, organizers announced. “For the twelfth time, we’re coming back with Saborea Puerto Rico, a culinary extravaganza, the event that undoubtedly places Puerto Rico on the map for lovers of good food,” said Clarisa […]
The Municipality of Carolina has invested $4.1 million to open a new cell that will extend the life of the town’s landfill system for another 20 years.
Old Harbor Brewery, a once popular brewery and restaurant in Old San Juan, is making a comeback in the hands of Destilería National Inc., which has made a $3 million investment to revive the artisanal brand after a three-year absence.
Local grocery store chain Pueblo announced the upcoming opening of a new, $10 million location in the town of Carolina’s urban center, on May 30.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced the appointment of Carolina Mayor José Carlos Aponte-Dalmau to Puerto Rico’s Local Government Advisory Committee and Small Community Advisory Subcommittee.
Retail and wholesale auto parts and accessories distributor, AutoZone, has opened a $1 million “Mega Hub “ store in Carolina, marking a first of its kind for Puerto Rico.
Mall operator Kimco Realty Corp. said Tuesday recovery efforts are underway at its seven Puerto Rico assets in the wake of Hurricane María.
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