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Cancer Fraud back in the news
Milagros Lay did not show up for her sentence of community work, consequently must comply to the original sentence in prison.
Yvonne Seffer, celebration of life
Yvonne Seffer passed away after a short stay at Santo Tomas hospital.
Panama’s month of patriotism begins
Friday November 2nd kicked off the November long weekend holidays. November 3rd, marks Panama’s separation from Colombia and is followed by several more days of historical relevance.
Panama at the 2018 ISA World Juniors
Young surfing talents from Panama completed a third day of competition at the Huntington Beach, USA at the 2018 VISSLA ISA World Junior Surfing Championship.
Memories of Fashion Week 2018
Photo by Frank Corbett from Fashion Week Panama (FWP) 2018 - Each year FWP brings Panama City alive with fashion. The event not only looks good on the outside, it’s got some real inner beauty!
Happy 2018 Halloween from Coronado
Celebrating Halloween this year in Coronado Panama? You will be happy to know there are more Halloween events in the Pacific Beach communities of Panama than ever before!
Highlight your property on Playa Community!
Have you visited our real estate section lately?
Vista Mar appartment part of PAN auction
Former director of the National Aid Program (PAN), Rafael Guardia Jaén’s home was auctioned for $167,912.60.
Healthy Routines in Coronado Panama
On any given Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 8:30 a.m. in Coronado Panama men and women gather at El Litoral, a cozy bed & breakfast and holistic wellness center, to practice yoga.
Designing your Beach home in Panama
Whether you are redecorating or renovating in Panama, with any design choice you might want to consider going bolder, brighter and greener!
Panama National News
NASA selects Panama’s proposal
The Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) reported that NASA selected the Panamanian proposal to develop a "Forest Information and Sustainable Management System’’.
Gaudi at Biomuseo during WYD
The exhibition ’Gaudí, son of María’ will be brought from Spain to the WYD as a demonstration of the Marian faith of the famous modernist architect.
Rey to sell 60% of shares
Grupo Rey agreed to sell at least 60% of its shares to the giant Corporación Favorita, a conglomerate of Ecuadorian capital with a presence in Peru, Paraguay, Colombia, Chile and Costa Rica.
300 licenses robbed from ATTT
At least 300 licenses , which had been retained for alcohol cases were stolen from the provincial offices of the Transit and Land Transportation Authority (ATTT) of the province of Herrera.
Decrease in Fuel Prices
Gasoline prices to come down today
$18K paid for 6 puppies
Through a public tender, the Government bought the dogs and is training them for an eventual emergency in search and rescue of people.
Carnival hires Panama officers
The cruise company has expressed interest in increasing the number of Panamanian officers in its fleet, in which there is a large number of Panamanian-flagged ships.
Water snakes are back!
Fishermen spot marine snakes on the shores of Los Santos
Heros Remem-bered
The legacy of the heroes is remembered on the Day of the Dead
Video Surveillance Annual Report
There were 45,817 incidents captured on video surveillance cameras in Panama city.
5.8 Earthquake shakes Chiriqui
An Earthquake was reported at 6:14 am Thursday November 1st in the province of Chiriqui.
World Youth Day Theme Park
The Local Organizing Committee of the World Youth Day announced that it will establish a theme park in the Omar Recreational Park during the event
Blandón for the Panameñista party
José Isabel Blandón , the mayor on leave of the capital, was elected last night as the presidential candidate of the ruling Panameñista party .
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Deforestation with Road development in Panama West
Ecologists in Panama have said that a recent road project in Panama West, lacks urban planning, approving development close to the Canal watershed with little investigation.
300 pounds of crocodile meat seized
Environment Ministry officials (Miambiente) seized almost 300 pounds of crocodile meat this week.
5 ways to Reduce Inflammation
Inflammation is the culprit that has been linked to chronic disease and to trigger weight gain—here’s how to help keep inflammation under control.
Panama, a time line
A chronology of key events in Panama
Is napping good for you?
Young children often fight off daily naps like it’s the worst punishment you could inflict on their tiny lives. Meanwhile, most adults would gladly take the opportunity for some midday shut eye.
Non poluting Water soluble bags
Replacing oil by limestone, a group of Chilean entrepreneurs have managed to manufacture plastic bags and reusable cloth which are water soluble and do not pollute.
Discover Friendship Park
Two lions guard the entrance to the Panamanian Chinese Friendship Park . One has his paw on a chest while the other protects a puppy. The beasts also protect the peace and quiet in the city.
World Cup Predictions
With the start of the 2018 World Cup just one month away, Panama prepares for their first shot at the trophy
Darien suffers from illegal deforestation
Ecologists denounced yesterday that illegal deforestation in Darién is affecting more than 20 hectares.
Latest Classified Ads in Coronado and Surrounding Areas
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Desk, Chair and Printer
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Golf
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Office stuff..
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Kitchen items
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Rackets and bin
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King size matress
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Ortho boots
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Roller bag, yoga mats/weights and blow up bed
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Today's Events In Coronado and Panama's Pacific Coast
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Hatha Yoga - Multi Level
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Sandbar Gastropub - Happy Hour
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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