For more than four hours at the Multi-Purpose Center in Fajardo, some 250 senior men and women participated in many activities, including traditional bingo and dominoes, as well as dancing and craftwork. By THE STAR STAFF Hundreds of senior citizens packed the Multi-Purpose Center in Fajardo earlier this week to participate in “Golden Christmas,” a unique event of music, games and art designed to provide them with a space for joy and fellowship during the Christmas season. “W

Treasury Secretary Ángel Pantoja Rodríguez By THE STAR STAFF Treasury Secretary Ángel Pantoja Rodríguez announced Thursday the start of an administrative process to recover unpaid taxes from individuals and corporations accused in a fraud scheme exceeding $9 million. The case, revealed on Oct. 29 of this year, followed a joint investigation by the FBI, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and Puerto Rico’s Treasury Department. “As part of the actions we are taking in response to this

Rafael Ithier Natal (1926-2025), founder of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico (Instagram via djtonytouch) By THE STAR STAFF Gov. Jenniffer González Colón has decreed Sunday, Dec. 14 and Monday, Dec. 15 as days of mourning for the death of Rafael Ithier Natal, founder of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. The order, which the governor announced Wednesday evening, stipulates that flags at all public facilities must fly at half-mast for both days, including Monday, when the funeral servic

The Boeing EA-18G’s capabilities -- ranging from radar jamming to electronic attack -- are typically associated with high-end conflict scenarios rather than drug interdiction. (Wikipedia/U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Torrey W. Lee) By THE STAR STAFF A contingent of six U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft has been forward-deployed to the former Naval Station Roosevelt Roads in Ceiba, sources told The War Zone publication. The deplo

By THE STAR STAFF At a time when global companies are accelerating reshoring efforts and strengthening supply chain resilience, Puerto Rico is emerging as one of the most strategic U.S. destinations for advanced manufacturing and innovation, according to Invest Puerto Rico’s (InvestPR) Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Annual Report. The business attraction organization reported sustained interest from companies exploring expansion or relocation opportunities in high-value sectors. Durin

Efficiency Coordinator Verónica Ferraiuoli Hornedo stressed the importance of effectively addressing the issues driving permitting delays. By THE STAR STAFF The Task Force for the Simplification of the Permitting System, created under Executive Order 2025-002, has presented its Final Report to Gov. Jenniffer González Colón, outlining a sweeping reform of the island’s permitting framework. The plan aims to modernize processes, reduce delays, and position Puerto Rico as a compe

The dedication of the 2026 San Sebastián Street Festival, announced Wednesday in San Juan, recognizes Jacobo Morales for his more than six decades of contributions to film, theater and television, as well as his impact on Puerto Rican culture. By THE STAR STAFF The 2026 San Sebastián Street Festival will be dedicated to filmmaker and Puerto Rican cultural icon Jacobo Morales, the Municipality of San Juan announced on Wednesday, presenting the program for the event, which will

Robert Mujica Jr., executive director of the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico By THE STAR STAFF The Financial Oversight and Management Board announced a significant milestone in Puerto Rico’s fiscal recovery on Wednesday: the start of a formal process to transfer budgetary control to the central government. The move marks the beginning of a co-leadership model between the oversight board and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) aimed at developing