The closure of Costa Rica’s border has been extended until May 15, 2020. This free and open webinar plans to cover the extension and other measures adopted by the government to fight Covid-19, and will be held in English.
Author: Zacc Pollitt
Residents of Costa Rica could forfeit status attempting to re-enter the country after travel ban
This information and other bullet points were recently published by the official website of the Costa Rican Presidency.
The US Department of State announces Global Health Advisory | Level 4: Do Not Travel warning
“…U.S. citizens who live in the United States should arrange for immediate return to the United States, unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.”
10 facts about this global pandemic
The outbreak of Covid-19, and how it is affecting the world and proceeds to impact Nosara, is mind-boggling to pretty much everyone. The Nosara Times has not… Read more “10 facts about this global pandemic”
Nosareña Jimena Ruiz to bring home bronze medal from ISA World Para Surfing Championship
13 yr old local Jimena Ruiz, accompanied by the rest of the Costa Rican team selection, competed in the international tournament despite worldwide cancellations of many other public events this week.
U.S. Expats can register their 2020 vote in Nosara
March 7th, from 10am – 4pm the Kitson Library will be open again to all U.S. expats wanting to cast their vote for the upcoming elections.
Water testing lab setup in Playa Guiones yielding positive first results
Nosara Water Quality Monitoring Project posts first results of Playa Guiones section passing with 100% safety rating.
Nosareña Jimena Ruiz age 13 to compete in ISA World Para Surfing Championship
The 2020 AmpSurf ISA World Para Surfing Championship will take place in La Jolla, California in March. Jimena Ruiz, a 13yr old local Nosareña will be there to compete, representing not only Nosara but Costa Rica as well.
National shipping services now offered in Playa Guiones via Alfaro bus at Audio Masters
Audio Master’s Nosara Electronic Store, located next to Organico in Playa Guiones, now offers national send and receive shipping services via the Alfaro bus transportation system.
Shareholder Tax Law | A business tip by BIZLO
In an effort to join OECD, Costa Rica has agreed to implement a series of regulatory measures to improve transparency and fight tax fraud.
Costa Rica Blues Festival returns for it’s 9th year
The 9th Annual Costa Rica Blues Festival will be held February 14-16, from 11am-11pm at Papagayo Golf & Country Club in Playas del Coco.
Costas Verdes and Nosara Times join forces
From the founding members of this publication and in consideration of the many community members who support Costas Verdes, we are proud to announce an affiliate partnership.
Multiple businesses in Playa Garza broken into during early morning hours
Around 2.am. Monday morning, it is speculated that one person or more cut holes in the fence and roof and entered the business complex on the east side of Playa Garza.
5th Annual Nosara Craft Beer Fest to be held at The Gilded Iguana
The Nosara Craft Beer Fest will begin at 4pm, Jan 18 in Playa Guiones.
Major work on Ruta 160 continues
The government is taking the concerns of Nosara’s residents more seriously than ever before, moving forward daily with progress towards a paved Route 160 for our area.
Costa Rican government vows to pave Playa Garza to Nosara by May 2020
The official website of the Costa Rican Presidency has published an article claiming they will have completed the paving of Ruta 160 from Playa Garza to Nosara by the beginning of May.
Crime wave hits Nosara with multiple thefts reported
The Nosara area has seen an array of criminal acts committed with everything from vehicle theft, home and vehicle break-ins, and employees caught stealing from their employers.
Congress votes 26 over 18 in favor to renew semi-commercial net fishing permits
After a 5 year ban over environmental concerns, Costa Rican congress votes to renew semi-commercial net fishing permits.
Nosara Music Festival in benefit of the Nosara Security Association
Tonight at 7p.m, the first Nosara Music Festival will be held at the iconic La Banana.
First group of Nosara Bomberos Volunteer Lifeguards participate in surf rescue training
The Nosara Bomberos have a group of 6 volunteer lifeguards who just took part in “Surf Rescue” training with certified professionals from California.
Weekly water quality testing to begin on Playa Guiones
Using Surfrider Foundation’s Blue Water Task Force method, 3 locations per week will be tested for the duration of one year.
Community Spotlight | Piña Surfboards
Marcelina Craig, or “Marce Piña” is a local resident and female woodworker who builds surfboards out of balsa and paulownia woods.
Community Alert | Flood Warning
The Nosara Fire & Safety Association posted a community alert around 2p.m. today in preparation of an eventual flooding.
Jaguar sighting on beach in Guanacaste
On Wednesday, Oct 2, Wilbert Villachica posted a video to Facebook that he captured at night on Playa Nancite of Guanacaste.
Formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump
September 24th on Capitol Hill, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the official investigation into what could lead to President Trump seeing an impeachment.
North Guiones to form it’s own road committee
After years of rallying personal funds and support amongst neighbors and business owners, the North Guiones residents are communicating directly with the municipality by forming their own road maintenance and development committee.
Nosara’s trash made into art “Metamorfosis”
Saturday, September 7 was the first meeting of many with collaborators and Costa Rican “Upcycle Artist” Francesco Bracci at our local Nosara Recicla.
Wildlife bridges installed in Nosara along Ruta 160
With help from various organizations, the Nosara area has seen 5 more arboreal wildlife bridges installed along the Ruta 160 from Playa Garza to Esperanza. This addition makes a total of approximately 30 bridges in our area.
Seasonal south swells are back
Over the weekend, we saw the effects of rainy season SSW swells pumping wave conditions all over the Pacific coastline of Costa Rica.
Nosara Bomberos & NSA annual fundraiser Sabor de Nosara 2019
July 7th was the annual Sabor de Nosara event held by and in support of our Nosara Bomberos and the Nosara Security Association. It’s the “Met Gala” of Nosara’s food and beverage scene drawing large crowds in a matter of hours, each year out doing the last.
Robin’s Cafe & Ice Cream under new ownership
Robin, the founding chef/owner of Robin’s Cafe & Ice Cream has moved
on from her role as the owner as of May 1 and has absolved all of her
responsibilities. She’s been very supportive and helpful during the
transition to the new owners and has continued to guide and share her
expertise with them in the hopes of a seamless turnover.
Costa Rica hosts first ever International Ballet Festival
Earlier this month the inaugural International Ballet Festival of Costa Rica was held at The National Theater, in the capitol city of San José.