Destilería Serrallés donates 55K gallons of high-proof alcohol to fight COVID-19
April 1, 2020
Following two weeks of producing and distributing high-proof alcohol as a preventive measure against the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic on the island, Destilería Serrallés, Inc. has donated more than 55,000 gallons of this product to hospitals, clinics, healthcare providers, public safety and security personnel for disinfection and sanitization purposes. “Since Mar. 17, the distillery has processed hundreds of […]
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USDA extends ReConnect application deadline to April 15, defers loan payments
April 1, 2020
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development announced that the agency has extended the deadline for ReConnect Pilot Program applications to April 15. “In light of the COVID-19 National Emergency, USDA is extending the application deadline for round two of ReConnect Pilot Program funding to give rural businesses, cooperatives, and communities extra time to apply […]
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Starbucks to give Puerto Rico’s emergency workers free coffee on April 4
April 1, 2020
Starbucks stores announced it will be giving a free cup of hot brewed coffee to all of Puerto Rico’s healthcare professionals and first responders on April 4, in appreciation of their work during COVID-19 emergency. “We want to restate the commitment that Starbucks has with the people of Puerto Rico. We know that since day […]
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Puerto Rican FRSH Company sells-out clothing collection online
April 1, 2020
Puerto Rican urban and streetwear clothing retailer FRSH Company recently launched its new “World is melting” collection completely online, selling out its 2,000 pieces in less than 27 minutes. “It was a collection that highlights the importance of redirecting our attention to themes and practices that pursue everybody’s well-being of all,” said Harry Maldonado, founder […]
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Puerto Rico’s self-employed individuals with staff now eligible for up to $1,500 incentive
March 31, 2020
The Department of Economic Development and Commerce and the Treasury Department have reached an agreement so that those people who do business individually and have employees may receive an economic incentive of up to $1,500 — the same as a small and medium-sized company — to compensate for losses related to the COVID-19 emergency. The […]
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Science Trust to award $500K in grants for COVID-19 solutions in Puerto Rico
March 31, 2020
Looking to support projects that facilitate knowledge about the development and control measures available for the COVID-19 virus, the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust has created the COVID-19 RAPID Grant, with a total of $500,000 through its Research Grants Program. The Science Trust expects to award five grants of $100,000 each, the entity […]
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7 Applebee’s temporarily closing thru end of Puerto Rico’s lockdown
March 31, 2020
The management of Apple Caribe, operators of Puerto Rico’s seven Applebee’s restaurants announced the temporary closure of the eateries, affecting 465 employees. Lizmarie Medina, chief marketing officers of the company, said “we’re putting a pause on our operations. This unprecedented historical moment of constant changes forces us to make the decision to close temporarily.” The […]
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New executive order extends Puerto Rico’s lockdown, but makes exceptions
March 31, 2020
Puerto Rico Gov. Wanda Vázquez signed a new executive order establishing an extended lockdown and curfew period through April 12, escalating the fight to contain the local spread of the coronavirus COVID-19. The new order, which goes into effect today, confirms who can be on the roads and when, and businesses that may partially open […]
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Social-interest co. Nilus inserts itself into Puerto Rico’s COVID-19 outbreak response
March 31, 2020
Nilus, a startup that promotes health and sustainable food for low-income populations, confirmed it has been actively responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in Puerto Rico, where it has been delivering goods to nonprofits. Since establishing its project in Puerto Rico in November 2019, it has participated in several “rescue” missions, collecting surplus products, such as […]
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Walgreens giving bonus to 4K Puerto Rico employees handling COVID-19 pandemic
March 31, 2020
Illinois-based drugstore chain Walgreens will be giving its employees in stores and distributions centers a one-time bonus payment in recognition of the role they are playing during the COVID-19 pandemic, and “for their ongoing commitment to customer care, the company announced a one-time bonus for these employees.” In Puerto Rico, that means some 4,000 Walgreens […]
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Digital tool launched to keep track of Puerto Rico’s farming cycles
March 31, 2020
The USDA Caribbean Climate Hub at the International Institute of Tropical Forestry, in collaboration with the Puerto Rico Department of Agriculture, developed an online tool to visualize annual agricultural production data across Puerto Rico. Climate Hub Director William Gould explained that the data displayed by the Agricultural Statistics tool is an interactive platform which shows […]
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FEMA extends suspension of in-field operations until April 12
March 31, 2020
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has extended its suspension, until April 12, of in-field operations in support of the Puerto Rico earthquakes. FEMA personnel will continue to work on the island to support survivors, the agency said. FEMA will support the extension of the Executive Order effected by Gov. Wanda Vázquez until April 12 shutting […]
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Farm Bureau launches online effort to support Puerto Rico farmers
March 31, 2020
The Puerto Rico Farm Bureau has developed several initiatives to promote the sale of local products through the use of technologies, as well as establishing business bridges with restaurants and supermarkets to ensure that nothing goes to waste. Trade group President Héctor Cordero said the efforts respond the measures taken to fight the spread of […]
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Treasury waives taxes on eligible aid payments, retirement & IRA account cash-outs
March 31, 2020
Puerto Rico Treasury Secretary Francisco Parés announced the approval of provisions on qualified payments for aid that employers grant to their employees, and special Retirement Plans and Individual Retirement Accounts cash-outs, given the state of emergency caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. He said the benefits are outlined in the documents, exempting employers from paying taxes […]
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Total Petroleum Puerto Rico to donate $30K in gas cards to hospital staff
March 30, 2020
Total Petroleum Puerto Rico will donate $30,000 in gasoline cards to hospitals in Puerto Rico so that their hospital staff may have access to gas during the emergency period caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. Total Petroleum Puerto Rico will donate $50 cards to 600 hospital staff, will be available while the assigned funds last, said Juan José Raga, general […]
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