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I don't understand! There seemed to be so much evidence! They didn't tie up their loose ends at all. They were too stupid! This is a vile verdict! I hope something absolutely awful happens to all of them!

I hope, when they're found guilty, that they won't get to use that time as time served

What a wonderful way for Lindsay to be remembered! Congratulations, Sarah!

Was driving by Metro station, maybe around 7:30 pm or so when saw a small explosion and then the lights all went out... wasn't sure what is was and then heard that the bus in the Metro parking lot (on Beller) had malfunctioning brakes. the bus went right into the house across from the parking...

I will be going home for 2 weeks for Christmas and returning to DR on the 31st of December on a Continental flight. I usually fly West Jet and the $10 tourist card is included in the price of the flight. Is the tourist card usually included on Continental flights? Or does it have to be purchased...

What is the official Puerto Plata website pertaining to weather and such.... or is there a news station that has a website for the area regarding weather for the upcoming tropical storm/hurricane that's set to hit... thanks

I don't know if it's just my apartment building or what, but what is with the water these last few days in Puerto Plata? My apartment has never had water problems. There is always water flowing through the taps. When the power is off there's still water because of the tinacos. Only once has the...

On average, how long does it take for the codetel people to come and install a home phone and internet? I'm in Puerto Plata and was quoted 1-5 business days. Today is the 6th day. Just wondering how long of a wait I'm ACTUALLY in for as they haven't called yet to arrange a time or see if there's...

I have 2 questions, that should probably be in different threads, but I'm just going to lump into 1 here.... 1) Do flights on West Jet include both the departure tax and the tourist card (upon re-entry)? Is the only way to find out to call the airline? 2) Since the residency fees have gone up...

Hi there, I'm living in Puerto Plata and 2 nights ago I noticed I had this bug bite on my leg. It looked like a little ant bite which I had had before so I just popped the tiny little puss bubble (gross, i know... sorry) like I had before, expecting it to just go away but now it has grown into...

Hey, Does anyone have any information on the construction that the Yasica bridge is undergoing? The slightly less travelled route part way between Santiago and Puerto Plata... It?s been under construction for about 2 weeks now. Any idea of how long this type of work usually takes to be...

Hey, Does anyone know where I can get a printer, scanner, copier combo machine? In either Puerto Plata or Santiago? And approximately how much it is. Thanks!

When I receive a cheque from my employer and I go to the bank to cash it, will I have to pay any fees? I won't have a dominican bank account, I will simply need to go to the teller and cash my cheque on pay day. Are there any fees associated with this or is the amount written on the cheque the...

Hi, I will be moving to Puerto Plata on August 7th. I have an orange cell phone and sim card, however my sim card has become deactivated since I haven't put money on it for over 3 months. Is it possible to bring the sim card to an Orange store and have them reactivate it so that I can have the...

Hi, I'm going to be flying Jet Blue at the beginning of August from Buffalo to Puerto Plata, with a stop over at JFK airport. I've only ever flown out of Toronto airport, however, Jet Blue has the best price available so I now need to fly out of Buffalo. I've never flown out of any American...

Hi, Does anyone know if Dominican Republic has an equivalent for 911 in case of an emergency?? I have to fill out this ridiculous form for my university because I am going on an international placement, and this is one of the things I have to know before I can be approved... or would I have to...

Hi, Would anyone be able to tell me what riones translates to? I know it's a part of the body, but what, I'm not sure. I've tried online translators and I've tried Spanish-English dictionaries but I can't find it. Perhaps I have the wrong spelling?? Thanks for your help!

Hey, Is the street Ave. General Imbert Barreras in Puerto Plata City? I am looking into O & M Hostos School Puerto Plata and on the web when I did a search to find out where exactly the school was located "General Imbert" came up as being in Sosua. Does anyone know if there is Ave. General...

Hi, I was wondering if someone would be able to tell me what the public hospital(s) are like in Puerto Plata?? Are they acceptable, or would it be best for someone to go to a private hospital for, say, a broken bone, sickness, anythings really. Thanks, Laura

Hey there, Does anyone know anything about the school O&M Hostos in Puerto Plata? Particularly its elementary school division. I am not looking to send children to the school, but I am looking into doing a teaching placement at the school and would like to learn more about it from anyone who...