Latest Editorials and News in Coronado Panama

326 apprehended on drug charges in 2017

According to a recent report by the National Police, 326 people, including foreigners, have been apprehended for selling drugs in Panama so far in 2017.

5 tropical Thanksgiving hacks

Cooking American Thanksgiving in Panama this year? Here are a few simple holiday hacks to make your Thanksgiving dinner in the tropics one to remember.

Timeline set for Beach Corridor

Over the next four years, the country of Panama aims to improve connectivity and road infrastructure from Panama City to the Pacific Beach area.

Mature Shar-Pei seeking home

If you are thinking about adding a furry member to your family, but are not sure if you want to housebreak and train a puppy, you need to meet this guy!

Give the gift of life this holiday season

Panama Hospice & Respite Foundation Coronado will host a holiday blood drive Wednesday, December 13th at the Equestrian Center (House #106).

Customs to carry out sale direct to the public

On November 23 and 24, the National Customs Authority (ANA), will sell directly to the public from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Panama and China to sign 15 trade agreements

President Juan Carlos Varela has announced that Panama will sign at least 15 trade agreements with China.

18 medical staff injured in Coclé crash

A bus carrying 24 medical staff from the ministry of health overturned in Coclé at around 3:00 p.m. Monday, November 13th.

Coronado Residents Petition the Kartódromo

Recently Playa Community received a note from Coronado resident Barbara Scott.

Rubén Blades performing at Latin Grammys Nov 16

Blades, who has three nominations, will sing at the Latin Grammys awards ceremony in which five other Panamanians are nominated in six other categories.

Center for Security and Emergency Operations

Canada and Panama have signed a $20 million contract under the Framework Cooperation Agreement Thursday for the creation of a security and Emergency operations center in Panama.

Are you ready for High Season?

It’s that time again… time to think about how your business can reach more people this year! Advertise in print and online from just $99 *pre-sale price.

Ngäbes ask $ 4 million from Google

A project loon balloon belonging to Google was recently found in the Ngäbe region of Panama.

Restaurant robberies in Coclé

The public ministry and national police have reported the popular restaurant, Los Camisones, located on the Interamerican highway in Cocle, was robbed Monday on November 6th.

A request for 107 hectares on Isla de Cañas

The Ministry of Environment is currently reviewing a request for the concession of 107 hectares in the Wildlife Refuge of Isla de Cañas and will hold a public consultation in Los Santos on November 14th, 2017. ...

Conman returns to Colombia to serve 22 years

Colombian national David Murcia Guzmán, was arrested in Panama November 2008 for scamming Panamanians and expats with a DMG pyramid operation.

Sinaproc issues wave warning Nov. 8 - 12

The Panamanian Pacific Beaches will receive swell for the holidays! The waves, expected to arrive Wednesday night through the weekend, have caused Panama’s National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) to issue a prevention ...

Fundraiser for Christmas baskets Dec. 20

Have a great time for a great cause at Picasso Happy Hour Wednesday, December, 20th, with Bobby Henderson and The Coronado Area Social Association (CASA).

Multinational Companies to open headquarters in Panama

Panama has expanded the number of multinational corporations that benefit from the Multinational Corporation Headquarters ( SEM ) Act. The change came October 23, 2017, as 143 corporations made the list. ...

My Panamanian Pride

Roberto Diaz was born in Panama and has subsequently lived in many countries throughout the world. He returned to raise his family in his home country, choosing the beaches area.

November 3 in Panama, Separation or Independence?

November 3rd is often mistakenly called "Independence Day" in Panama, but it’s important to note that November 3rd is not technically a day to marking Panama’s independence, rather it marks "Panama’s separation from ...