Latest Editorials and News in Coronado Panama

CASA Fund Raiser at Picasso a great success!

Every year CASA collects money to purchase items for food baskets that are distributed on Kings’ day to families with handicapped kids in San Carlos.

Canadian killed in plane crash at Panama airport

A Canadian who was test piloting a plane in Panama was killed in a crash on Wednesday afternoon.

ATTT recorded more than one million infractions in 2017.

The Transit and Land Transportation Authority (ATTT) reported that it has had a greater number of traffic offenses compared to last year.

Cardinal Bernard Law dies at 86

The Vatican confirmed that Cardinal Bernard Law, the former Boston archbishop who resigned in disgrace during the Catholic Church’s sex abuse scandal, has died. He was 86.

CASA Fundraiser TONIGHT at Picasso

Put your dancing shoes on tonight and head to Picasso! This evening after happy hour, there will be live music for a great cause.

90 people linked to cases of robberies and auto theft

A ring of seven bands dedicated to robbing cars was dismantled by the National Police and the Public Ministry (MP) during 2017.

Banapiña de Panamá to invest $86 million

Banapiña de Panamá, a subsidiary of the US company Del Monte, will invest $86 million starting in January 2018 for the first phase of its banana project in Barú, Chiriquí. ,

Cruise terminal project for Amador moves forward

The consortium formed by the Belgian Jan De Nul and China Harbor Engineering Company already has the environmental backing to move forward with the construction of the port at the Amador Causeway, ...

Panama to exchange information with other countries

In 2018, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Panama will adhere to the expansion of the network of countries with which it will exchange financial information automatically.

Carew received a Lifetime Achievement award

Panamanian, Rod Carew, added another honor to his long list of accomplishments. He received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural Minnesota Sports Awards on Dec. 13 at Target Center.

Banco General reports fraudulent emails

Banco General informs its customers that a fraudulent email has been sent out requesting personal data.

Companies to bid on consulting contract for Idaan

Three companies submitted proposals to provide assistance and technical advice to Idaan for operational and commercial management in the metropolitan area of ​​Panama.

Batik Art Exhibition & Dinner Mixer

December is an exciting time! On Friday, December 15th, Coronado & Area Social Association (CASA) will be hosting a sit down dinner at El Rincon del Chef.

December 20th - CASA Kings’ Day Fundraiser at Picasso

On Wednesday evening, December 20th, after happy hour, CASA member and loved musician, Bobby Henderson, will be entertaining us at Picasso in Coronado in an effort to help raise funds for the food baskets that CASA distributes on Kings’ ...

Details of the 2017 Christmas Parade

The "Brilla la Navidad" parade will begin at 5:00 pm. Sunday, December 10, on the coastal strip in Panama City.

Free app to recharge your metro or bus cards

Panama Metro and Metro Bus riders will have the option to make electronic reloads. The system is based on an ’app’ called Active Recharge PTY, and is free for Android devices.

Panamanian Mothers Day

In Panama, Mother’s Day falls on December the 8th. The date is a national holiday and celebrated throughout the country.

Palmeras stray finds fovever home

We received a message from a concerned Coronado resident that Preciosa, a rescued dog that had been living at the Palmeras del Golf gate, was missing.

A Healthy Happy Hour at the Beach

El Litoral BnB and Fitness Studio in Coronado hosted the first in a series of Healthy Happy Hours.

Credit Card interest rates in Panama

A study by the Authority for Consumer Protection and Defense of Competition (Acodeco) was conducted in November 2017 to determine the interest rates on credit cards offered from various banks in Panama. ...

Choosing a Quality Knife Set

So, it’s time to buy a real knife set - a nice one! Luck for you, there are some quality knives available in Panama. Places to check include Do It Center, Arrocha, and Novey.