33 startups complete 9th generation of parallel18’s int’l acceleration program
December 10, 2021
P18, the international acceleration program of parallel18, culminated its ninth generation with the celebration of the achievements of 33 companies in its DemoDay event at the Raúl Juliá theater at the Puerto Rico Museum of Art. Following more than 20 months of virtual events, the program from the Puerto Rico Science, Technology, and Research Trust […]
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FEMA allocates $7.2M+ to repair wastewater treatment facilities
December 10, 2021
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) allocated more than $7.2 million to the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) for repairs to wastewater treatment and water pumping facilities in Humacao and Las Piedras. These projects ensure critical services for more than 55,000 residents of Humacao, Las Piedras and Naguabo, the agency stated. The funds […]
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World Central Kitchen marks the holidays at its Santurce food market
December 10, 2021
Chef Ventura Vivoni will combine forces with a group of local food producers at the Mercado de Alimentos Santurce, World Central Kitchen’s food market in San Juan, on Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Starting at 11 a.m., Vivoni will host a live cooking demonstration using fresh ingredients from the market “to give […]
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Corcoran Group enters Puerto Rico real estate market
December 10, 2021
Corcoran Group, LLC announced the continuation of its global expansion by adding its newest affiliate and entrance into Puerto Rico with the launch of Corcoran Puerto Rico. The Corcoran Group President Pamela Liebman said the event “represents yet another milestone in the firm’s expansion and perfectly complements its growing Caribbean footprint.” The affiliate is led […]
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Pontifical Catholic University makes $57.5M in infrastructure investments
December 9, 2021
The Pontifical Catholic University is embarking on a three-year development plan at three of its campuses that will entail a $57.5 million investment, school officials announced. The modernization of multiple structures, new technologies and the construction of a building that will house innovative science laboratories are elements of the project. The funding for the more […]
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Puerto Rico gets $5.1M federal allocation for tourism pandemic recovery
December 9, 2021
The US Department of Commerce has awarded Puerto Rico $5.1 million through the American Rescue Plan to “integrate tourism into distressed urban areas with activities that focus on local artists, cultural influences, and community involvement.” The funds are part of a global $196 million in American Rescue Plan State Travel, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation grants to 24 […]
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PRMA launches campaign to raise awareness about gender violence
December 9, 2021
The Puerto Rico Manufacturers Association has created a social responsibility campaign, under the slogan “Todos contigo mujer. No más violencia,” (All with you, woman. No more violence). PRMA Executive Vice President Yandia Pérez said the goal is to promote and unite several industry sectors, to raise awareness, encourage and maintain communication and constant education, about […]
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Puerto Rico malls administer 200K+ COVID-19 vaccine doses
December 9, 2021
The Association of Puerto Rican Shopping Centers (ACCP) announced that since May, 234,963 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in 13 of its partner shopping centers. These vaccination efforts have been carried out in conjunction with VOCES and other private entities. “In our commitment to continue working hand in hand with the government […]
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Liberty Puerto Rico launches Acceso Liberty platform
December 9, 2021
Liberty Puerto Rico’s home and mobile internet customers now have access to special benefits, promotions and events through the company’s new platform, Acceso Liberty. To celebrate its launch, Acceso Liberty will give Liberty customers an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets for Bad Bunny’s two sold out shows at the Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan […]
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Nationwide Planning Associates Inc. expands in Puerto Rico
December 9, 2021
Nationwide Planning Associates Inc. — an investment firm based in Paramus, N.J. — completed the consolidation of an experienced team of financial advisers to continue expanding its business and client portfolio in Puerto Rico. The team’s financial advisers have an average professional experience of 23 years, the company said. At present, Nationwide Planning has 39 […]
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Study: 88%+ Puerto Rican consumers will shop this holiday season
December 8, 2021
Not even the pandemic will be able to prevent Puerto Ricans from celebrating the best and longest Christmas in the world. More than 88% of Puerto Rican consumers confirmed they will be holiday shopping this season, which represents a 9% increase over last year, according to results of the 10th edition of “Santa’s List 2021,” […]
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Forward Research and Innovation Summit ’21 returns in virtual format
December 8, 2021
To accelerate scientific and technological activity on the Island and spur the exchange of knowledge in the local scientific and technology community, the Forward Research and Innovation Summit returns in a virtual edition Dec. 10, 2021. The free event, organized by the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust, will feature more than 20 international […]
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FedEx ‘ready to deliver’ during holiday season in Puerto Rico
December 8, 2021
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., confirmed it is once again ready to support customers in Puerto Rico during this holiday season, which is expected to meet or exceed the “unprecedented” 2020 season, as online shopping and e-commerce continues to grow. “Given the recent growth of online sales in the island, and the arrival […]
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EDB, CUD partnership generates $1.7M in benefits for SMEs in Camuy
December 7, 2021
The Puerto Rico Economic Development Bank and the United Retailers Association (CUD in Spanish) approved $820,000 in grants to entrepreneurs in the municipality of Camuy and delivered subsidies that amount to $651,670, the bank confirmed. The funding is part of an alliance between the government agency and the private-sector trade group, which “results in direct […]
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Pontifical Catholic University, COSSEC establish internship program
December 7, 2021
The Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico’s Legal Assistance Clinic and the Public Corporation for the Supervision and Insurance of Puerto Rico Cooperatives (COSSEC, in Spanish) have reached a first-time agreement to establish an internship program for law students. Through the agreement, participating students will gain experience in administrative and civil law evaluating complaints presented […]
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