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Charity Bingo Night at Picasso
Friday April 13th join us for Charity Bingo Night from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. there are some big ticket prizes up for grabs this evening.

Panamanians make longest commute in Latin America
Panamanians spend up to 2hr a day traveling from their homes to their workplaces.

The HIM Patio Sale Saturday April 14th
Don’t miss the HIM Capital Patio sale Saturday, April 14th, an outdoor sale taking place from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Bayside Center in Coronado.

IFF Panama 2018
Yesterday brought the start to Panama’s seventh annual International Film Festival (IFF) This year, the most 74 productions will be screened in Panama coming from a total of 51 countries.

Blood Drive April 11th
Panama Hospice and Respite Foundation and the Hospital National of Panama needs your help! Donate blood at the Gorgona Blood Drive April 11th 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Panama Butterfly Inventory
Concervaion Panama is reaching out to communities throughout Panama to join in their efforts to create a Butterfly Inventory for Panama.

Varela visits Coloncito housing project
President Juan Carlos Varela was in Chame on Monday, April 1st visiting the Urbanization Praderas Coloncito, a housing project which aims to better the lives of 64 families in Chame.

Flavors of the World by Rotary
Flavors of the World, a charity dinner event is being held in Coronado Panama on April 21, 2018 by the Rotary Club of Playa Coronado.

2018 Semana Santa traffic begins!
It is Semana Santa in Coronado Panama, you can tell by the traffic! There will also be an increase in gas prices.

For our Children
President Juan Carlos Varela and the first Lady Lorena de Castillo Varela are in Jordan attending the Laureates and Leaders for Children Summit 2018, taking place March 26th and 27th, 2018.
Panama National News
Cuba has a new president
A new president and for the first time in six decades, his last name is not Castro!
Day of protest in Colon
Many to march today in protest in Colon.
Woman gets 5 years after beating on her partner
A Woman will serve a 5-year prison sentence after physically abusing her partner.
Vehicles circulating without insurance
ATTT says that there are over 200,000 vehicles circulating without valid car insurance which has been mandatory since 2006.
Panama studies Costa Rica train with help of China
Panama will study the feasibility of building a passenger train to Costa Rica with the help of China.
Tugboat captains stike on Panama Canal
After a tugboat captains strike on the expanded locks of the Panama Canal April 12th operations on the Panama Canal have returned to normal as of April 14.
What happened at the Summit of the Americas
The Eight Summit of the Americas brought heads of states and government representatives together for two days in Lima, Perú came to an end last Saturday.
Acodeco issued more than 2000 fines to date
In less than 4 months, Acodeco has issued 2,231 fines amounting to over $753K.
The 8th Summit of the Americas
The 8th Summit of the Americas will take place in Lima Peru April 13th and 14th bringing 20 other world leaders from the Western Hemisphere together.
Operation Walk starts evalluations
Operation Walk is starting to evaluate patients at Santo Tomas Hospital for procedures scheduled for next October.
90 day ban on Venezuelan airlines
Panama has approved a ban on Venezuelan airlines stopping their operations in Panama for a period of 90 days.
Trump asked Varela for his “urgent influence”
Monday a company owned by the President of the United States put pressure on the Panamanian President, to intervene in the legal dispute over the management if the former Trump Towers in Panama City.
Panamanian nominated for Young Leaders Award
Jose Rodriguez from Santa Ana Panama has been chosen as an emerging leader of 2018 for his work with Ayudinga
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Panama exhibits coffee in Shanghai
Representatives of eight Panamanian coffee companies will showcase their best products at the 27th International Exhibition of Equipment and Food Services HOTELEX.
Easter Beach Brunch recipes
Celebrating Easter in Coronado Panama? here are some Easter brunch ideas and recipes to enjoy with family and friends.
Los Santos producers affected by dry season
Producers of coffee, meat, and milk in the province of Los Santos have said they are starting to feel the effects of the dry season.
National Wild Cat Day
With six species of big cats, Panama is working to ensure the survival of these feline species’ by introducing new legislation, making the first Saturday of each year the National Day of Wild Cats
The Race For Water Mission
A revolutionary ship, the Odyssey, set sail after spending several days in Panama to continue its journey around the world. The Odyssey is a catamaran, covered with solar panels. The ship is part of the "Race For Water foundation", which among other missions has been working on educating new generations about the impact of pollution in the oceans.
Isla Iguana under review after bombs detonated
A review of public areas on Isla Iguana in began on Thursday, February 22nd in order to confirm whether or not tourists will be allowed to access enter the protected area of Pedasi.
Butterfly sanctuary celebrates Anniversary
The Metropolitan Mariposario site celebrated their one year of operation yesterday with the release of 60 butterflies (blue) ’Mopho Helenor’ witnessed by 10,000 visitors.
Sea Snakes in San Carlos
The Ministry of Environment reported the presence of Yellow bellied sea snakes ( Hydrophis platurus ) on beaches along the Pacific Coast. Temporary closures were issued for several beaches and tourist areas due to the snakes.
Environmental management plans delayed
While Panama continues to wait for practical models to fight climate change, several of Panama’s protected areas lack management plans. These models are essential for protecting Panama’s natural attractions.
Latest Classified Ads in Coronado and Surrounding Areas
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Vintage, Peasant Valley Italy Ceramic Cups and Saucers - FOR SALE
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Mat Cutter, C+H Advantage Pro Straight Line – FOR SALE
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Christmas tree and decorations
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Industrial stand fan and light
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For the pool
Float chairs / pool net / toys / etc ...
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House hold for sale
Garage sale today Coronado Lote 2 Calle Los Maranones Many household items No junk ...
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Car for sale
2007 Infinity FX 35, V-6, Automatic Transmission with AWD. The car has 94,000 km and is great shape ...
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2013 Hyundai Tucson IX 4X4 $10,200
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2012 Hyundai Tucson IX $9800
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2016 Suzuki Celerio Automatic $7200
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Today's Events In Coronado and Panama's Pacific Coast
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: Open Mike - Picasso
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: Cholos $1.00 Fish Tacos
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Picasso Trivia night hosted by Diane Maxwell
Tourist Places to Visit in Panama
Boquete Panama
San Blas Panama
Cerro Punta y Volcan
La Yeguada Veraguas
Pearl Islands Panama (Contadora)
Santa Catalina Panama
Azuero Peninsula
Puerto Armuelles Panama
Suggested Reads
Everything you need to know about Coronado Panama
Panama School guide
Coronado Restaurant Guide
Rainy Season Surf Guide
5 Tips to Stay Safe at the Beach
How to treat Jelly Fish stings
Riptides - How to Identify and Escape
Off Roading Playa Style Panama
A breif Visit to Panama's Embera Quera Tribe
See Turtles on Mata Oscura
Isla Palenque: Escape from Civilization
Birding Panama’s Pipeline Road
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