Archive for October 12th, 2005

Water Workers Reject Offer

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

Today will be the 3rd day of strikes by water workers as they rejected the 7.28% salary increase offered by the government. They insist that their salaries are 18% lower than other government workers. They will present a “new” counterproposal that will insist on the raise.

Prepare for 48 hours of Bad Weather

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

The National Weather Institute has forecasted rain over most of the country due to a low pressure system in the Caribbean, which will move north and dump rain here. The forecast predicts rain on the Central and South Pacific, and low level clouds in mountainous areas, including the Central Valley.
Be careful of […]

Ticos Camp Out to Get Passports

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

Although calm returned to the Immigration Offices yesterday, most users who were able to get a spot in line had camped out on Monday night at the offices. Many came prepared with blankets, panchos and beach chairs. Most said they really needed to renew or obtain their passport urgently due to upcoming trips […]

Guatemalans Cling to Slim Hope

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

Although the fans aren’t biting, players and coaches are ready to leave everything on the field. Amidst the backdrop of 650 deaths from mudslides caused by deforestation and rain from Hurricane Stan, the Guatemalans will play Costa Rica tonight in a must win match.
The Guatemalans also need a little help from their […]

New Poll - Players Get Credit - Hermes Loses Credibility

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

According to a new poll in Al Dia Online, the players get the credit for Costa Rica being able to qualify for the World Cup next year:
Who Deserves the Most Credit for Our Ticket to Germany?
The players - 39 ( 44%)
The Fans - 30 ( 34%)
The Coach Alexandre Guimaraes - 16 ( 18%)
Hermes Navarro y […]

Liberia Airport Expansion Delayed - Situation Severe for High Season

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

In the no surprises here category, bureaucracy has been blamed for the delay in necessary work on the Liberia International Airport. Civil Aviation authorities delayed the submission of an environmental impact permit, so the time period alloted expired and they had to begin the process anew.
The work was to begin in mid September […]