Tropizen launches 1st cannabis-infused Puerto Rican hot sauce
March 7, 2019
Tropizen, a licensed local cultivator and manufacturer of medical cannabis-products, announced the launch of the first cannabis infused Puerto Rican-style hot sauce, known locally as pique, for sale at dispensaries throughout the island. The new product represents the latest addition to a line of cannabis-infused edibles that includes real-fruit gummies offered in a variety of […]
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Red Cat releases blockchain-based drone-tracking platform
March 7, 2019
Red Cat, a provider of distributed data storage, analytics and services for the drone industry, announced the beta release of its blockchain-based black box storage, analytics and services platform to make drones trackable and accountable. Red Cat’s platform release includes several integrated systems that enable industry regulators to track and review drone flight data, insurance […]
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New Fortress Energy signs contract to supply natural gas to PREPA
March 6, 2019
New Fortress Energy LLC announced that its Puerto Rico subsidiary, NFEnergía LLC, has entered into a contract with the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority for the supply of natural gas and conversion of Units 5 and 6 of the San Juan Combined Cycle Power Plant. The initial term of the contract is five years, with […]
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P.R. Tourism Co. launches campaign to boost travel agencies
March 6, 2019
Looking to strengthen the island’s tourism industry, the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. has launched an educational campaign to inform the public about the benefits provided by agency-certified travel agencies certified when planning trips or vacations. Certified Travel Agencies provide travelers a wide variety of alternatives to vacation in and outside the island, with the guarantee […]
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SBA’s ‘Emerging Leaders initiative’ to help growing entrepreneurs opens ’19 call
March 6, 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration and its Atlantic Regional Office announced the launch of the 2019 “Emerging Leaders Initiative” for executives of small businesses poised for growth in emerging markets. Local area recruitment for the 2019 training cycle is currently ongoing in Region II’s New York, Syracuse, New Jersey and Puerto Rico District Offices, which […]
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Startup With Purpose Foundation to launch new entrepreneur program
March 6, 2019
The Startup With Purpose Foundation, a nonprofit based in Palo Alto, California, that provides entrepreneurial mindsets and opportunities to youth in underserved regions, announced the start of a new program: Startup With Purpose, Puerto Rico. The foundation has partnered with Saint John’s School in Condado to host the program on the school’s campus from June […]
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Op-Ed: In P.R.’s federal funds stalemate, both sides have share of responsibility
March 6, 2019
With the ubiquitous discussion as to the fate of the colossal federal funding currently being disbursed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the $8 billion-plus CDBG-DR funds by U.S. Housing and Urban Development, the court of public opinion has already placed warnings on the recipient, the government of Puerto Rico. But in all fairness, […]
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P.R.’s T-Mobile ‘Changemaker Challenge’ winner featured on Good Morning America
March 6, 2019
T-Mobile Changemaker Challenge winner J.I. Cruz shared his journey behind “Dios del Sol,” one of John Legere’s top 6 CEO Picks on Good Morning America Tuesday. “Dios del Sol” is creating a more sustainable future for Puerto Rico, by helping communities fund and transition to solar energy. As T-Mobile has a significant presence in Puerto […]
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Ford Fund returns to P.R. with ‘Driving Skills for Life’ program
March 6, 2019
Ford Motor Company Fund has returned to Puerto Rico with its “Driving Skills for Life” program, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to the island, it announced This is the second time that Ford brings its free program to Puerto Rico to help teens learn safe driving skills beyond what they learn in standard […]
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Community distrusts gov’t call for Community Summit
March 5, 2019
By Joel Cintrón Arbasetti | Center for Investigative Journalism Gov. Ricardo Rosselló’s administration is managing a Community Summit that will take place on March 9 at the Convention Center. “I am aware that the Summit is going to take place, but they have not invited me,” Orlando Serrano, community worker from the Salud neighborhood in […]
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New $5.5M medical and dining facilities under construction at Base Muñiz
March 5, 2019
The Base Muñiz Air National Guard Base in Carolina is close to completing the $5.5 million reconstruction of its medical and dining facilities, the military body announced. “One of our priorities with for the Puerto Rico Air National Guard is to ensure Airmen have the best facilities and working environments,” said Adjutant General of Puerto […]
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Op-Ed: SBA ignites small business, fueling economic engine, creating more jobs
March 5, 2019
Economic vitality means tomorrow will be better than today. Small business owners across the Atlantic Region of New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands are currently witnessing record-setting growth; it’s a boon to the backbone of the American economy. With more than 97 percent of businesses in the United States being […]
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IHOP marks ‘National Pancake Day’ to raise funds for San Jorge Children’s Foundation
March 5, 2019
IHOP restaurants in Puerto Rico celebrate its sixth edition of “National Pancake Day” on Mar. 12, raise funds for the benefit of the San Jorge Children’s Foundation, the company announced. IHOP restaurants located in Plaza Centro in Caguas, Premium Outlets in Barceloneta; Los Colobos Shopping Center in Carolina; Plazoleta del Cantón in Bayamón and The […]
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USDA, SBA announce P.R. Rural Lending Investment Summit, Mar. 7-8
March 5, 2019
The National Rural Lenders’ Roundtable (NRLR), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the 2019 Puerto Rico Rural Lending Investment Summit that will be held Mar. 7-8 at the Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel. The summit will join lenders and stakeholders in the USDA and SBA guaranteed-lending […]
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Popular encourages entrepreneurs to join ‘StartUp Popular’ call
March 4, 2019
Part of the success of any business is to be able to count on capital that supports their growth and keeps the operations solid. In response to that Popular announced its 7th call for funding, business coaching and networking program, StartUp Popular. The application deadline is April 30, 2019. Since its inception, more than 85 […]
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