Explosion at Las Terrazas in Coronado
There was a large explosion Sunday morning in the Las Terrazas de Coronado shopping center in the Chame district, Panama Oeste province. There was damage to a least 10 locals.
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Does your Insurance offer you legal assistance in Panama?
Did you know many insurance companies offer free legal assistance in case of an accident in Panama?
Tuna Fishing in Panama
The Azuero Peninsula is home to the world’s most sought-after fish, the yellowfin tuna. March to May is the high season for tuna fishing in Panama, currently, there is no closed season.
News from the Rotary Club of Playa Coronado
The Rotary Club of Playa Coronado announced their presidents are now undergoing their President-Elect Training Seminar (PETS). This gives new Rotary Club leaders the opportunity to learn.
List your property for sale in Panama
Selling a property in Panama? Playa Community real estate listings start at $10/month. All inquiries go directly to you, through your PC account. Create a listing with us, right now, here’s how:
Entrepreneur Opens New Local Business in Coronado Panama
Tired of all the bad news in Panama created by the Covid-19 pandemic? Here is some good news! This is a story of an entrepreneur who decided to buck the trend of business closures. How?
When is Mango season in Panama?
Mango season in Panama starts at the end of the Dry Season in the month of April. Panama Mango season continues into August, but the best Mangoes are the early harvest, here’s why!
Happy Earth Day from Coronado Panama
Want to celebrate Earth day 2021 in Coronado Panama? Join Playa Community & friends at 5:00 p.m. at Playa Serena, Coronado for a beach cleanup! If you are not in Panama, join us, from wherever you are
CeCe Longboards announces a third Jornadas in Panama
Jornadas Longboard Panama is a 9-day intensive event organized by CeCe Longboards, with a base in Spain. CeCe Longboards is known for organizing this intensive surf retreat all over the world!
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New printing service in Coronado Panama
Coronado Frame has announced a new service, that’s right printing! The new service will start with a small selection of photo papers in standard sizes.
Clínica Hospital Panamericano announces medical specialists
Clínica Hospital Panamericano with a new location in Coronado, Panama has announced a list of new medical specialists now attending patients in Coronado and La Chorrera.
Shop sustainable fashion in Panama
Are you shopping for sustainable fashion in Panama? Buying vintage and pre-loved clothes, shoes, and jewelry from local brands in Panama is easy! Here are a few places to start shopping today.
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Panama World Ocean Day 2021
Panama celebrated World Ocean Day 2021 by creating a policy to protect Panama’s ocean diversity. on World Ocean Day, a decree was signed to triple the size of Coiba’s marine protected area.
MICI calls mining a pillar of Panama’s post-pandemic economy
The Ministry of Commerce and Industries (MICI) says mining will be an “important pillar of the country’s post-pandemic economy," designating 25,000 hectares of protected land for mining concessions.
Panama launches Digital Nomad Visa
The Panama digital nomad visa announcement comes as the traditional office, a pillar of our pre-pandemic work-life, continues to crumble.
Panama’s campaign against disposable plastics
Panamanian singer-songwriter Rubén Blades, has teamed up with MarVida in a campaign to raise awareness on the need to reduce the consumption of single-use plastics.
Changes to the Friendly Nations Visa in Panama
Panama is making changes to the popular Friendly Nations visa. One big change is rather than $5000 USD in a Panamanian bank, you will now need to invest 200K, or prove an employment relationship.
Construction stops on Panama’s Beach Corridor
The second phase of the beach corridor project, from Santa Cruz to San Carlos. will not go into construction. The Ministry of Public Works (MOP) spoke to the companies that would carry out the design.
Panama announces New Covid 19 measures including travel restrictions
Minister of Health, Luis Francisco Sucre, during the epidemiological report of Covid-19 in Panama, this Tuesday, May 4th, announced an increase in infection in Panama West (Chame and San Carlos).
How Panama is tackling climate change and deforestation
It is undeniable, Panama is affected by climate change. From flooding and landslides caused by torrential rains to droughts that limit the functioning of the Panama canal.
Get the Covid-19 Vaccine in Panama
Foreigners and nationals can now register to be vaccinated against covid-19 in Panama. Foreigners who want to be vaccinated in Panama can apply using their E-cedula or passport.
Missing Norwegian found in Panama
Ludving Edvarsen, a 72-year-old Norwegian foreigner who has been missing in Panama since March 31st of this year, was found alive in the province of Panama West Wednesday, April 14th, 2021.
Decree drafted for opening schools in Panama
The president explained Monday, April 12th 2021 that there is legislation being drawn up to resume classes in Panama. The Blended program will be published this week.
Panama to receive 77,200 more doses of the Covid-19 Vaccine
President Laurentino Cortizo confirmed Monday, April 12th, 2021 that at 11:00 a.m. this Tuesday, 77,200 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine from the pharmaceutical company Pfizer will arrive in Panam
April 12 could bring ’gradual return’ to school in Panama
Panama’s Minister of education spoke to the possibility of beginning a ’gradual return’ to in-person classes in Panama starting April 12th 2020.
Costa Rica to reopen land borders to Tourists April 5
Authorities have announced that Costa Rica will reopen its land borders to arriving tourists starting April 5th, 2021. If you are planning to travel to Costa Rica (by-land) read this first.
Puerto Baru in the Gulf of Chiriquí
Puerto Barú is a port being developed in the Gulf of Chiriquí. The project, which will cost 40 million dollars, aims to improve Panama’s connectivity while taking advantage of nautical tourism.
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