Police in Limon Bust Man With 243 Kilos of High Grade Marijuana

A shipment of 243 kilos of marijuana compressed – the variety known as “High Red”, was seized by the security forces in Limon. According to police reports, it is a highly addictive drug cultivated in a South American country. The mari…

Drug Ring Busted in Cartago

Four women were leaders of a drug ring that controlled the sale of crack and marijuana in Three Rivers and Concepcion areas in the province of Cartago. Agents of the Drug Control Police (PCD) were watching the woman for several weeks and this morning t…

Canadian Man Drowns Near Caño Island

A Canadian national tourist identified by authorities as Dean Hugh Heywood died near Caño Island in South Pacific waters, while he was snorkeling, an activity to swim or float on the surface watching the sea and forms of life bel…

Taxable Smoking Ban in Public Places in Costa Rica

The new smoking ban will prohibit smoking in the bus terminals and train stations,public transport units, at ATMs and at work. Additionally, impose a tax of 20¢ per cigarette sold in the country. 60% of the money raised will go to the Social Security …

Pensioners Get Short Changed on Yearly Review

An announcement from the Social Security Fund (CCSS) on the 1.9%increase for its pensioners, many Costa Ricans were concerned because they say that the increase does not meet their needs. The institution ensures that this calculation is based on the Co…

Taxi Drivers Contemplate Strike by Taking to the Streets

Taxi drivers across the country will meet to determine whether to re-take the streets to demand their right to work. The meeting is based on the fact that they must change their vehicles again according to regulations. About 200 taxi drivers could lose…