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Dominicans living abroad returning to the DR during these holidays will be treated even more generously than in years past, says the Aduanas. Beginning on Dec. 1st and lasting until January 7th, Dominicans will be able to bring tax-free gifts worth up to US$1,000 in value. These can include up to three appliances, one of …

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The Commission for Public Enterprise Reform (CREP) announced yesterday the names of six firms who will be allowed to participate in the privatization process for Molinos Dominicanos and Molinos del Norte. These are Seaboard, Malla y Cia.; Conagra, Pan American Grain, Continental Grain and ADM Milling (part of Archer Daniels Midland).

The Director of the Metropolitan Bus Office (OMSA), Ignacio Ditrén, yesterday called on the Metropolitan Transit Authority (AMET) to accelerate its work setting up new bus routes so that OMSA can stop losing money. Ditrén noted that OMSA financed the importation of 319 new buses from Brazil, but only 243 are currently in service. The …

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The ex-president of the National Senate and executive of the Social Christian Reformista Party (PRSC), Senator Amable Aristy Castro, insisted yesterday that he already has all the votes he needs to gain the secretary-general’s seat of the Dominican Municipal League (LMD) when elections are held for the spot on January 26. The post is a …

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The Organization of American States (OAS) and the Washington-based group Inter-American Dialogue will launch their joint project, the Inter-American Network of Legislative Leaders this Saturday in Boca Chica. The OAS-IAD project is designed to promote dialogue, exchange of ideas and experience, and cooperation among key legislators in the Western Hemisphere. The two-day event will be …

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Julio Sauri, who was administrator of state electricity utility for 11 years, passed away yesterday. He dedicated his life to the CDE, and is renown as one of the builders of the utility’s vast distribution network. Sauri’s life was also notable because he was the anti-thesis of a public servant. The present administrator of the …

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TV anchorman Federico Astwood, also renown for his organization of jazz festivals and promotion of the jazz music movement in the DR, died yesterday at 53 of an unexpected heart attack. He was found dead in his Gazcue home late in the afternoon by his brother, José Astwood. He suffered from no known disease. He …

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René Fortunato’s acclaimed documentary about the aftermath of the Trujillo assassination, "La Herencia del Tirano," will begin showing in New York City Friday, December 4th. The film follows Dominican events from June 2, 1961, the day of Trujillo’s funeral, until February 27. 1963, when Juan Bosch was sworn in as President. Much of the film …

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The Cibao Eagles (Aguilas) beat the Licey Tigers last night 4-3 in Cibao Stadium, securing first place for the Aguilas in the Winter Baseball Tournament. Licey is currently in second place. Meanwhile the Escogido Lions shut out the Northeast Giants 6-0 at Quisqueya Stadium in Santo Domingo.

Do not miss the speed boat competitions that will take place this Sunday, 22 November at the Andrés, Boca Chica beach. Seventeen boats will compete in three categories – Pro-50 Tuner, 1,750 cc Mod vp and 3,050 cc mod vp. Competitions will be from 12 noon to 4:30 pm. Awards will be given at the …

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