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Coronado charges entry fee for commercial vehicles
Starting October 1st, 2017 The Coronado Residents Association will charge commercial vehicles a fee ranging from $2 - $14 per day or $100 - $250 per year to enter the Coronado gates.
Rotary donates defibrillators to Coronado and El Valle
If you are experiencing a heart attack there are now defibrillators available 24/7 365 days a year, at the El Rey pharmacies in Coronado and El Valle. These defibrillators have been donated by the Rotary Club of Playa Coronado.
Join Panama's Coastal Cleanup 2017
Saturday, September 16th, Panama's coastal communities will come together once again for one of the biggest national & international efforts to clean up beaches, rivers, and lakes around the world! Locally the event is coordinated by Libre de Basura, and it aims to clean up the beaches of Coronado & Gorgona.
Celebrating Chame Panama
Looking for something to do at the beach this weekend instead of shopping for Black Friday deals in Panama City? Friday, September 18 Chame, Panama will celebrate its 162nd Anniversary, and there are lots of events taking place for the community to enjoy.
Register for the 2017 Coronado Triathlon
XTREMO Coronado is a popular sprint triathlon that takes place every year in Coronado Panama. This year the event will take place on September 24th, 2017, starting 7:00 a.m. at the Coronado Beach Club.
Audition for Panama the Musical
Love to act and dance and sing? Audition for Panama: The Musical right here in Panama City! Panama: The Musical is a production co-written by Yolanda Van Der Kolk-Brown. The auditions will take place on October 8th at 3:00 p.m. and the 9th at 8:00 p.m., 2017.
Black Friday Shopping Excursion
Black Friday is around the corner here in Panama (September 15th until September 17th, 2017). If you are looking to go Black Friday Shopping in Panama, but not sure where to start, connect with a group of shoppers from Coronado.
The Other Side of Health Insurance
My name is Julio Luque, and I want to talk to you about your health. Many may know me as an insurance professional, the guy to call to make sure you are prepared for the worst.
Scheduled power outage for Coronado
Fenosa, Panama’s national provider of electricity, announced that there will be an interruption in service September 5th 2017 from 4:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Coronado to Panama City by bus
With a ride to the city from Coronado costing upwards of $100.00, many are opting to take the bus.
Panama National News
Juan Carlos Varela meets with Justin Trudeau
President Juan Carlos Varela, met with global leaders, including Justin Trudeau September 21st to discuss trade and other issues.
Flower Parade 2017 in the Chiriqui Highlands
Last weekend (Sep 15th - Sep 17th) the 3rd Flower Parade was held in "Tierras Altas" in the province of Chiriquí. The event offered an exhibition of floats decorated completely with natural flowers and Agro products, as well as presentations from bands and musical orchestras.
Light Rail from Panama City to Chiriqui
In a press conference on Sunday, September 17th, 2017 the foreign minister of Panama and Chinese chancellor Wang Yi discussed the feasibility a light train connecting Panama City to Chiriqui.
Panama approves property tax reform
September 18th, 2017, The National Assembly of Panama approved bill 509, which reforms the country’s property tax.
Black Friday hikes tourism in Panama
The weekend-long shopping event “Black Friday Weekend” in Panama was a success, doubling commercial movement in malls and hotels throughout Panama City.
Minsa reports 2,375 cases of Dengue
The Epidemiological Surveillance System of the Ministry of Health (Minsa) reported 2,375 cases of dengue in the country, Sunday 17 of September of 2017.
Copa cancels flights after Tocumen blackout
Copa Airlines has canceled all scheduled inbound and outbound Panama flights between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm on Monday, September 18, as a result of the blackout at Tocumen airport.
Inauguration of the Chinese Embassy in Panama
The Embassy of China in Panama was inaugurated Sunday, September 17, 2017. The new Embassy in Panama comes after the establishment of diplomatic relations between Panama and China.
Gas prices rise in Panama
Friday, September 15th gas prices will be going up. The Secretariat of Energy reported Wednesday, that prices will increase up to 13 cents a liter. However, the prices will differ depending on location.
Panama send aid after Hurricane Irma
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, the Panamanian Government is working to send humanitarian aid to the islands affected. Furthermore, the government of Panama has transferred Panamanians from the British Virgin Islands home.
Tao Rodriguez takes first at NSSA Surfing Event
Panamanian Surfer Tao Rodriguez has won first place in his category (Jr. Sub 15) at the National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA), in Huntington Beach California.
Mexico Earthquake triggers tsunami warning
After an 8.1 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico Friday, September 8th, 2018, leaving 61 people dead, The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre issued a warning for Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Honduras, and Ecuador.
ATTT proposes Uber-Taxi rules
As protests from taxi-drivers and tourist operators continue Panama’s Authority on Transport (ATTT) works towards a resolution.
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2000 hatchlings released in Cambutal
2,000 sea turtles hatchlings born in artificial nurseries were released Saturday, September 16th on the coast of Cambutal, in the province of Los Santos. The hatchlings were the first to be released of the 32 thousand eggs in Cambutal nurseries.
Folklore dancers travel to Costa Rica
A group of folklore performers made of up youth from the San Carlos area in Panama West will prepare for their first performance outside the borders of Panama.
Panama restaurants pass on the salt
The association of Restaurants in Panama (ARAP) and the Ministry of Health (Minsa) are working to the Panamanian population to pass on the salt.
Birds close Tocumen runway
A flock of migrating birds closed a runway in Panama at Tocumen International Airport for over an hour on Monday, August 14, 2017. According to Copa Airlines, 25 flights were diverted during the closure from 9:50 a.m. lasting until 11:10 a.m.
Assembly approves fines for use of plastic bags
The National Assembly has approved a bill that prohibits the use of plastic bags and promotes companies that encourage the use of reusable bags in their establishment.
Metro Line 2 creates Detours on the PanAmerican
Work on line 2 of Panama City’s Metro will create some detours on the Pan-American highway starting Tuesday, July 25th, the closures are expected to last for the next month.
Dinner & Photography in Coronado
Enjoy an evening out in charming Rincon del Chef Plaza on July 22nd from 5:00 p.m. Coronado Frame & photo will be open late, hosting a photography exhibition, at the same time CASA (the Coronado and Area Social Association) will be hosting a Mix & Mingle and sit down dinner at Rincon Del Chef on July 22.
Fascinating Greek Wines
M. Stefan: The Wine Guy - Wine has been an important part of Greek culture for over 4000 years as the numerous archeological discoveries throughout Greece have revealed. The ancient Greeks knew well the nutritional value of wine as it became an inseparable part of their daily regimen.
Panama bound Salmon Eggs to Stay in Canada
AquaBounty Canada Inc., a company that originally said its plans were to produce salmon eggs in P.E.I. Canada and then ship them to Panama to mature has decided to rear the fish in Canada.
Latest Classified Ads in Coronado and Surrounding Areas
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Suzuki Celerio 2013 Negotiable
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Fishing Poles - Fly Rods
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Paver Tiles Cheap
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Chitre Clay Spanish Roof Tiles
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Sector 9 Skateboard
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Left Hand Golf Set
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car/truck radio/CD player
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Today's Events In Coronado and Panama's Pacific Coast
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Hatha Yoga - El Litoral
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10:30 AM - 2:00 PM: Music & Market at Picasso
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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Picasso 2x1 Pizza Night
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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