4 July 2009
Police arrest speeding bikers
The youngsters
Source: Sosúa Online
Colonel Ogando, the chief of police in Sosúa, has instructed his officers to arrest youngsters speeding through the streets of Sosúa on motorbikes or scooters.
They'll be locked up in the prison until one of their parents reports to the police.
The parent or adult supervisor will be instructed to keep a better eye on the youngsters, and to ensure that they no longer drive around town causing a danger to themselves and to others.
3 July 2009
Aad and Rosalina open Black Box beach bar
Who doesn't know this friendly couple, Aad and Rosalina, who ran the Mozart Hotel in Boca Chica?
Although the hotel and bar was always full of partygoers, even after closing time, the couple decided it was time to do something else.
Having to work every night, into the early hours of the morning, to keep your clients happy is something that you simply can't keep up indefinitely, says Aad.
These long hours put pressure on their relationship, because Rosalina wanted to spend more time at home.
So the couple have now opened a new beach bar known as Black Box, which is located just a little further along the beach than Tom's Scandinavian Bar.
The Black Box
The Black Box
They've really gone to town, with a huge flat-screen TV for playing music DVDs, for example.
Aad is very proud of the fact that he has over 7000 music DVDs in his collection, which includes all types of music, from Antony Santos, Frank Reyes, and Pavarotti to German singers.
The bar also offers free Internet access, as well as good food that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, such as hamburgers.
In Boca Chica, Aad and Rosalina were famous for their hamburgers, so we expect that they'll also go down well in Sosúa.
The beach bar has been well renovated, with comfortable seating and decor that gives a friendly atmosphere.
And last, but not least, the beach chairs are free of charge!
2 July 2009
Mothers in Sosúa delighted with gifts
Sunday 28 June was the big day - around 2000 mothers with little or no income, all living in and around Sosúa, had gathered in the sports hall.
During the Mother's Day celebrations in Puerto Plata, Senator Francis Vargas had distributed valuable gifts such as refrigerators, TVs, gas cookers, washing machines and stereo equipment.
So the mothers in Sosúa felt completely left out, and their opinions were passed on to the Senator.
Since new elections for the Senate will be held shortly, our Senator wanted the electorate to see his best side.
So, on Sunday afternoon, the mothers in Sosúa were invited to correct this 'oversight'.
Senator Vargas entered the sports hall to loud applause, and took his place at the table on the podium.
Alongside him sat local dignitaries such as the Mayor, Vladimir Céspedes, Lic. Omar Liriano (a government representative), and other dignitaries who also wants to be re-elected.
All the mothers received a gift box containing various items ranging from several tickets for the lottery, to a refrigerator or washing machine.
Mothers in Sosúa delighted with gifts
This was followed by speeches of thanks from representatives of the mothers' groups.
Everyone assured the senator that they would vote for him at the next elections.
The lottery draw took place at the end of the meeting, with major prizes being won.
Every time mothers won a prize, they ran to the podium to collect their prize, accompanied by loud applause.
According to the mothers, they had a terrific afternoon.
'The government should hold elections more often' they said 'then we'd receive more gifts'.
1 July 2009
American doctors give free medical assistance
American doctors give free medical assistance
A group of around 95 American nurses, doctors and volunteer staff are currently working in Montellano, by holding a clinic in the Bible Temple church.
They offer medical diagnosis and free medicines, and also perform small operations.
Those who cannot see properly are given glasses.
The medical team will soon be arriving in Sosúa (Charamicos), so that local residents can receive free medical assistance and, if necessary, free medicines.
30 June 2009
Route turistisca still dangerous
The daily newspaper Diario Libre is reporting that the mountain road between Puerto Plata and Santiago has been destroyed in over 20 places by mudslides, and that everybody is advised not to take this route.
This is a shame, because it's one of the loveliest routes in the entire country, and includes delightful villages, beautiful views and lovely vegetation.
However, according to the newspaper, the building contractor who is supposed to repair the road has so far not received the 130 million pesos promised by the government.
Route turistisca
Until these funds are received, the company can't start on the repair work.
29 June 2009
Restaurant Don Andres restyled
The management team in Don Andres has been working hard lately.
Now that it's low tourist season, they've used the time to restyle the hotel's bar/restaurant.
Firstly, the restaurant is now more open, so that guests feel more invited to visit the restaurant and bar.
The building contractor, Eduardo, has changed the outside of the building to give it a more Caribbean flavour, and has added a number of rounded archways.
Although the restaurant has been made more open, with several entrances, the archways ensure that it still has a cozy feel to the place.
Eduardo and Henri
Restaurant Don Andres
The bar has also been changed dramatically, and painted in new fresh colours.
Of course, Bertico (the bartender) and his friendly smile have not changed at all, nor the waitresses, Yorka, Annabel, Griselda and Delmira, who are always happy to greet you.
Henri, the boss of this establishment, has invited hotel guests to join him in a free drink to celebrate the opening of the new restaurant, and see for themselves how it looks after this drastic renovation.
28 June 2009
Discos in Sosúa remember Michael Jackson
The sudden death of the pop legend Michael Jackson has upset the singer's many fans in Sosúa.
His music was a source of inspiration for many merengue bands, and his dancing skills are often used as an example by Casa Marina's entertainment teams.
A Michael Jackson impersonator performs every evening in Casa Marina's ampitheatre, and every evening this performance is a huge success with the audience.
Youngsters have asked the DJs at the local discos (Latinos and d'Classico) if they'll play more Michael Jackson numbers over the coming week.
Michael Jackson
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