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Former Colón mayor Alex Lee was detained in an investigation into alleged peculado linked to local community boards and an estimated $6 million loss. Two former Barrio Sur representatives and a former Barrio Norte treasurer were also apprehended.
IMA advanced a cash purchase agreement for 30,000 quintals of Chiriquí beans after meeting with producers in the province. The deal follows a commitment made by President José Raúl Mulino to support the sector.
Police detained two men after a gunfire incident near a school in Dolega, Chiriquí, following a rapid response by National Police units. The arrest came immediately after the shooting raised concern in the area.
Panama City’s Cinta Costera is hosting 3×3 basketball during the final days of the IV South American Youth Games, highlighting the sport’s rapid rise. The format has grown from street courts to the Olympic stage and is expanding locally through FIBA-sanctioned events.
A joint project around Panama City’s Biomuseo is preserving existing trees as part of the park’s development. The plan treats the wooded area as natural heritage to be protected and enhanced.
The Coco Parque dispute in San Francisco has reopened questions tied to Panama’s dictatorship era and the recovery of public space. The case highlights how historical decisions continue to shape neighborhood life in Panama City.
Former Colón mayor Alex Lee was detained this morning in a police operation linked to decentralization in the province. The case puts public spending and local accountability back in focus in one of Panama’s most important regions.
The Institute of Agricultural Marketing will hold agro-fairs across Panama on Thursday, April 23, offering low-cost products starting at 8:00 a.m. The events are aimed at helping families access affordable groceries in multiple communities.
Police detained two people after gunfire broke out near Doleguita School in Dolega, Chiriquí, following an argument in a nearby bank parking lot. No injuries were reported, and firearms were recovered at the scene.
Coclé has recorded 10 deaths from immersion incidents and one death from an electric shock as intense storms increase risks in beaches and open areas. The weather has made outdoor and water-related activities especially dangerous.
Police evacuated a school in Doleguita after gunfire was reported nearby, and two people were detained. Officers stayed in the area to secure the scene and gather evidence.
Patients at the David polyclinic in Chiriquí faced long pharmacy lines that, in some cases, caused fainting. Caja de Seguro Social says it is changing dispensing and storage procedures to improve service.
Panama’s Comptroller General clarified that unpaid leave tied to investigations will formally apply to some National Assembly employees from the second half of April. The measure highlights ongoing oversight inside one of the country’s most important public institutions.
Panama takes on Colombia in a live baseball matchup at the 2026 Youth South American Games. The game showcases one of the country’s most important sports on a regional stage.
Authorities seized 365 suspected drug packages on Playa Bella Vista in Los Santos during an operation that extended beyond the initial search area. The find forms part of Panama’s ongoing anti-narcotics work along coastal zones.
The CSS has extended until May 11 the deadline to apply for its director of fiscalization post. The move gives candidates more time to submit documents for one of the agency’s key oversight roles.
Panama’s Lotería Fiscal 2026 requires white or manila letter-size envelopes for valid May drawing entries. Participants should check the format carefully before submitting.
Panama’s Education Committee will seek a new hearing after Molinar and Santamaría failed to appear before lawmakers. Molinar submitted a written response, while Santamaría excused the absence.
Patients in David reportedly fainted while waiting in long pharmacy lines at the local polyclinic. The Social Security system says it is making changes to medication dispensing and storage to improve service.
Drowning deaths are rising in Coclé, renewing concerns about water safety in one of Panama’s most visited provinces. The trend highlights the need for stronger prevention and caution near beaches and rivers.