2009 – Page 47

Sobeida Feliz, the only material witness in the case against drug trafficker Jose D. Figueroa Agosto, has gone missing. Feliz, who was arrested in the days following the discovery of a bulletproof vehicle with US$4.6 million in cash, was recently very questionably released from jail on bond. As part of her agreement with the Attorney …

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The family of Mario de Jesus Valette, the young man killed by baseball player Angel Villalona, has agreed to not proceed with charges against the player in return for a RD$5 million settlement. Villalona has also been released from jail after being held for two months preventive custody. Listin Diario reports that the victim’s child …

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Two French women accused of transporting drugs through the DR will be allowed to serve their jail sentences in France. On Friday, the DR and France will sign an agreement for the transfer of the prisoners to the French. The agreement came after a one-hour meeting between Alain Joyandet, Minister of State for Cooperation and …

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Slammin’ Sammy Sosa is back in the news this week. The former MLB slugger has been at the center of a controversy that has gripped the Internet and Sosa has done little to hush the critics. Sosa, known for his infectious smile, is also easily recognizable by his dark skin. But when he showed up …

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In what has been described as a long-shot winner, 23-year old Dominican jockey Joel Rosario made off with the trophy in the US$2 million Breeders’ Cup Sprint, held at the Santa Anita race track in Arcadia, California last Saturday. He thus positions Dominicans as world-class athletes in another sport – along with successes in baseball, …

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Art lovers (especially those with deep pockets) should seriously consider attending the Caribbean Art Auction. Innovative art entrepreneur Mildred Canahuate of Arawak Art Gallery began art auctions in the DR, which are now held from time to time. The next one will take place at the Hotel Melia on 24 November. This time, Canahuate is …

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With minor changes in the standings thus far, the teams in this year’s winter league championships have either found their groove or slump. The surprises included the consistency of the Toros, which have kept their grip on first place. Licey and Escogido have their eye on that top spot and are only one game behind, …

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Monday, November 9 is a public holiday in celebration of the DR’s Constitution Day. Constitution Day actually fell on Friday, 6 November, but will be celebrated on Monday. For this reason, the DR1 news digest will not be published on Monday. News will be compiled for the Tuesday, 10 November issue. Readers can keep up …

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A series of commemorative events will be held today to mark the 165th anniversary of the first Dominican Constitution of the Republic, which was proclaimed in San Cristobal on 6 November 1844. The events will be held in San Cristobal, the birthplace of the Constitution, headed by the president of the Permanent Commission for Patriotic …

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President Leonel Fernandez was in Espaillat province yesterday to attend the inauguration of the new Correctional and Rehabilitation Center La Isleta, built at a cost of RD$261,869,363. The facility was blessed by the auxiliary bishop of Santiago, Valentin Reynoso, and the central speech was delivered by Attorney General Radhames Jimenez. Jimenez emphasized the social impact …

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