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May 25, 2025
On behalf of the Strauss Foundation and its sponsors, Héctor Vásquez organized the traditional distribution of bags with household items for the Mother's Day celebration on Saturday afternoon.
Some 425 families have enjoyed this traditional activity, which Vásquez has been organizing for 25 years during Christmas, Mother's Day and other commemorative days.
Hundreds of families from different sectors of Sosúa have benefited from it.
Hector Vasquez and the Strauss Foundation
Héctor Vásquez
Vásquez, also on behalf of the Strauss family, thanked the many sponsors who have supported Don Herman Strauss's initiatives over time.
Herman Strauss, co-owner of the former Productos Sosúa, who died in 2017, was always concerned about the poor and social inequality.
Héctor Vásquez, a modest member of the community, but with the trust and support of the Strauss Foundation and a group of businessmen who have placed their confidence in him, can confirm that everything has gone according to plan again.
May 23, 2025
Unlike many other countries, Mother's Day is celebrated this coming Sunday in the Dominican Republic.
Here, it is celebrated on the last Sunday in May.
Sunday is Mother's Day in D.R.
In preparation for Mother's Day, a special celebration was held at the Julio Arzeno Educational Center in Sosúa in an atmosphere of joy and gratitude.
Students participated in various artistic and cultural activities in honor of their mothers.
During the event, raffles were held, gifts were handed out and a special snack was served, which brought smiles and unforgettable moments to the attendees.
Director Abel, together with his management team, thanked all mothers for their presence and emphasized their indispensable role as a fundamental driving force in the family and in the upbringing of their children.
The education sector reaffirmed its commitment to continue cultivating values ??and recognizing the love and sacrifice of mothers.
May 19, 2025
Last week there was a meeting at the school Gregorio Luperón to pay extra attention to raising awareness about preventing bullying and intimidation at school.
The Counseling and Psychology department, headed by Bery L. Martínez, organized an important awareness event for the students, focusing on the prevention of bullying and harassment in schools.
The aim of this activity was:
- Promote a culture of respect, empathy and healthy coexistence inside and outside the classroom.
- Promote the identification and rejection of bullying behavior, recognizing its impact on students' emotional and academic lives.
- Motivate the education sector to actively act as prevention and reporting agents, thus creating a safe environment for everyone.
Bullying and intimidation
There was much appreciation for the Counseling and Psychology department and the enthusiasm of the students for their participation in this valuable initiative.
May 13, 2025
In an emotional event for the community, the Sosúa City Council officially started the reconstruction of the sports field in the Bella Vista district, with the symbolic laying of the foundation stone and the presentation of a symbolic check for RD$ 1,037,845.00 to Constructora Crisrami S.R.L., the company responsible for carrying out the work.
Mayor Wilfredo Olivences led the activity and emphasized the importance of this project in strengthening sports and community integration in Bella Vista.
Present at the event were Fausto Santos, president of the city council, as well as councilors Cristina Sánchez, Francisco Martínez, Wellinton Padilla, Chissell Hernández and the director of city planning, architect Nolberto Mota. Mota also spoke at the event, highlighting the technical details and urban benefits of the project.
Bella Vista Sports Field
Bella Vista Sports Field
The event started with a prayer led by Pastor Juan de Dios Inoa, followed by a welcome speech from Mrs. Ruby de Jesús, President of the Bella Vista Neighborhood Association.
Michael Zanches, vice-president of the Bella Vista Sports and Culture Club, also addressed those present and thanked the municipal authorities for their support.
The rebuilding of this sports field is an important step towards restoring safe and dignified public spaces for young people and the community at large.
Mayor Wilfredo Olivences once again confirmed that he wants to remain committed to projects that promote the overall development of the municipality of Sosúa.
May 12, 2025
The municipal council of Sosúa has carried out a cleaning action at the old municipal cemetery following complaints from the population.
The old municipal cemetery was neglected.
That is why the Sosúa municipal council has carried out a clean-up and renovation of the cemetery.
Cemetery cleaning action
The initiative was promoted by Councilor Wellington Padilla, who formally requested intervention from Mayor Wilfredo Olivences.
The motion was supported by City Council President Fausto Santos, Vice President Chissell Hernández and Councilors Francisco Martínez (Cholo) and Rafael Almonte, who supported the proposal and participated in its implementation.
John, the caretaker, was commended for his support of this effort to improve the dignity of the cemetery.
This cemetery was struggling with rubble, weeds and neglected buildings.
Councilman Willy Padilla announced that he will propose a complete renovation of the cemetery as an agenda item at the next city council meeting.
The goal is to provide the community with a better place to honor their loved ones
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