2008News

Sales

Jumbo advertises its Tuesday fruits and vegetable sales. Squash is going for RD$3.95lb, peppers for RD$12.95lb, red onions for RD$6.95lb, plantains for RD$8.95 each, potatoes for RD$11.95lb, yucca for RD$13.95lb, cabbage for RD$39.95each, papaya(lechosa) for RD$11.95lb. Bravo supermarket advertises its 30% off on all fruits and vegetables for its cardholders. Plaza Lama advertises mangos for …
2008News

Political patronage reigns

While the nation’s problems press on, news headlines indicate that President Leonel Fernandez continues to give priority to finding room in government for his political supporters. The pressure on the government for the coveted jobs continues, and President Fernandez himself has complained that there cannot be enough jobs to meet the demand. Business sector groups …
2008News

Gas shortage again

Propane gas is again scarce at distributors, causing long lines and inconveniences to vehicle owners and housekeepers. As a result, over the weekend and on Monday there were less multi-fare taxis, or conchos, offering their services. These operate on the subsidized propane fuel, given that gasoline is too expensive for taxi operations. Most distribution stations …