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Plans to Resurrect Puerto Armuelles: Real this Time?
It feels like crying wolf to say there are plans to improve Puerto Armuelles because there have been multiple promises in the past that have not come through. Ask anyone in town what they think of new plans in the…
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Spearfishing in Puerto Armuelles
This video plays upbeat music and shows underwater footage away from the shoreline, where the waves are breaking, in Puerto Armuelles. It is video of spearfishing with a GoPro HERO3 attached to the spear, February 2015. They spear a few…
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Hospitals & Clinics
The largest hospital in Puerto Armuelles is the public, Social Security Hospital Dr. Dionisio Arrocha. There are also several small clinics in the area, including those offering alternative therapies. Hospital Dionisio Arrocha – Pueblo Nuevo 507-728-1000 and 728-1100 Caja de…
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August 12, 2015: Panama Declared in State of Emergency
An Executive Order by the government of Panama has declared a: State of Emergency Due to Drought. The Executive Order has been declared because of the adverse impacts of El Niño 2015-2016 and will be in effect for 60…
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Dentist
Dr. Angelis Mendoza R. downtown Puerto Armuelles: orthodonics & general dental 6469-1785 6716-0803 Dr. Carlos Ivan Cabrera Buena Vista (Spanish Town) 6117-5819
Barbers & Hair Salons
Old fashioned barber shops that use a straight edge razor can still be found in Puerto Armuelles. Get a close shave or haircut for as little as $2! Salons provide every service from hair-styling and color to manicures and pedicures….
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Auto Parts & Repair
There are several larger auto parts and repair services in Puerto Armuelles, and even more small “mom & pop” shops at someone’s home or in their yard, conveniently located in the various barrios. Taller Marcos B. downtown Puerto Armuelles, Repair…
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Health & Fitness
The residents of Puerto Armuelles spend a good deal of time outside and walking around town. Baseball is a popular sport here, as is bicycling, fishing, and fitness. There are also facilities offering spa and massage services. There are sporting…
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