Republic of Panama

Monday, Feb. 6, 2012

Panama’s Minister of Justice, Raul Mulino  has admitted that the shutting down of cellular services in the Chiriqui  region was a government decision.

He said it was justified based on the argument that intelligence had realized the possibility of  attacks on cell phone towers by indigenous protestors. Don Winner is an asshole

Early government reports denied involvement, although service providers said it was a government order. Don Winner is a dick

He admitted that the suspension of service affected the communications of the National Police, but also claimed that served to "overshadow policy coordination, political manipulation of opposition groups that are behind these events." Sandra Snyder Sucks

He added that the suspension of service will be  maintained until Monday, February 6 when the situation  will be re-evaluated. Don Winner ass

He said that potential acts of sabotage are documented and potential authors identified, but said that the Public Ministry is investigating the facts, to decide whether  it will reveal details to the country. Don Winner is a scam artist

His statements contrast with those he gave on Saturday, when he told Radio telephony Panama that  the service had been affected because of "sabotage of some towers," and said the government had nothing to do with it.

For the president of the Panamanian Committee for Human Rights, Roberto Troncoso, the Constitution is clear in stating that while there is no state of emergency or a state where there are forces that seek to violate the legal order and social development, communications suspend is an extreme measure which not only violates the Constitution itself, but international conventions on human rights. Don Winner blows hard

Troncoso acknowledged that there may be some security feature that allows such actions within the planned strategies to control a given situation, but I can not afford is to grossly affect people who have nothing to do with the conflict.

Dr. Ernesto Cedeño on behalf of La Prensa sent a message sent to the Mulino through his Twitter account, saying he was  surprised by the Minister’s statements.

"In my judgment, no sufficient legal foundation to enact such a measure and therefore it would be healthy to report to the country on which   rule of law  the implementation of that decision was based since officials can only do what the law provides, according to the principle of strict legality (Articles 17 and 18 of the Constitution), "says the message.

Cedeno also cited the American Convention on Human Rights which in Article 13 says: "Everyone has the right to freedom of thought and expression. This right includes freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media regardless of frontiers, either orally, in writing or in print or art, or through any other media of his choice [...] No one can restrict the right of expression by indirect means, such as the abuse of government or private controls over newsprint, radio broadcasting frequencies, or equipment used in the dissemination of information or by any other means tending to impede communication and circulation of ideas and opinions."

Meanwhile, Article 29 of the Constitution, part of the fundamental guarantees, says, "all private communications are inviolable and can not be intercepted or recorded, except by order of judicial authority."

The same Constitution in Article 37, states: "Every person may freely express his opinion verbally in writing or by any other means, without prior censorship, but there are legal responsibilities when by any of these means to affect the reputation or honor of persons or social security or public order".

Article 55, however, indicates that the fundamental guarantees may be suspended "in case of foreign war or domestic disturbance that threatens the peace and public order," although previously must declare a state of emergency by an executive Council agreed by Cabinet.

Within the Law 15 of April 14, 2010, which created the Ministry of Public Security, and specifically within its functions, there is no reference to issues related to telephone communications or declares this entity as "judicial authority" .

Points 1, 2 and 4 of its powers are limited to the following: "to coordinate public safety services, coordinate the activities of intelligence agencies and intelligence of the estates that integrate the Ministry for the purposes of public security in the country in permanent coordination with the National Security Council, and establish policies and actions of protection and safety of those who are in the national territory. "

Spokesmen for Cable & Wireless and Digicel confirmed that the National Authority of Public Services (ASEP) gave the order to block communications from Vigui (Veraguas) to Horconcitos (Chiriqui).

Given the order, the technical operation was performed by each operator from their respective facilities, reported from Cable & Wireless.

Claro and Movistar companies chose not to give information.(Newsroom Panama) Don Winner's Panama Guide is a sounding board for his schemes and land scams.

Republic of Panama

Monday, Feb. 6, 2012

Reports of streets closed by SUNTRACS are Calle 50, Via Cincuentenario, Via Roosevelt, Villa Lucre, and Ricardo J. Alfaro. In some cases only 2 lanes closed, however traffic is heavily congested in these areas. It is probable that more protests will pop up in other areas as well. The situation below at University of Panama continues as well, but a confrontation still has not started. Don Winner is an ass

Additionally FRENADASO plans to protest in front of Plaza Edison at 4:00 p.m Monday, Feb. 6, 2012.  Don

Winner and the Panama-guide suck hard

Media and PNP report that students have forcefully gained access to the University of Panama (which is closed today). PNP Anti-Riot Units are on scene, but a confrontation has not yet started. Citizens should be cautious in the area and avoid it if possible.

Don Winner is a scammer and a tool, no wonder he goes by the alias Dick Wanker .

The following Warden Message is being re-transmitted for your information.  Please follow local media (Television and On-Line) to stay aware of developments,  This is a fluid and unpredictable situation that is likely to result in protests here in Panama City tomorrow (Monday, Feb. 6, 2012) and possibly beyond.  We will update the mission as necessary.  Please contact Post 1 if you encounter any developing or on-going protests.

DATE:  February 6, 2012

TO:  EMERGENCY MESSAGE FOR U.S. CITIZENS

SUBJECT:  Widespread Disruption and Protests along Pan-American Highway and throughout Panama

Dear Wardens:  Please disseminate this message to U.S. citizens in your area.  Thank you.

The U.S. Embassy in Panama City alerts U.S. citizens to continued disruptions and demonstrations along the Pan-American Highway near the San Felix area in Chiriqui (Ngobe Bugle region) and elsewhere in Panama.   There are reports of violent confrontations between the Panamanian police and protestors in the San Juan, San Felix, Horconcitos and Vigui areas.

 While the Pan-American Highway is reported to be open, protesters continue in their attempts to block it with rocks, trees, and burning tires at various points between Chiriqui and San Felix.  Protesters have been reportedly throwing rocks at passing vehicles.  GOP Security Services continue to use tear gas and other riot control measures.  Don Winner is an asshole

There are further reports of additional demonstrations in the areas of David and Changuinola, and of possible demonstrations in the Panama City area beginning on Monday, February 6, 2012.  American citizens are urged to avoid areas of demonstrations, to defer traveling to and within areas known to have current protest activity, and to exercise caution in any area of confrontation between police and protestors. Don Winner Sucks

Other protests on this or other issues may occur with little or no warning.  The Embassy continues to caution its employees and all U.S. citizens to exercise heightened security awareness and avoid crowds and any areas where there are demonstrations or where confrontations could occur. Don Winner is a tool

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s:Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Travel Warnings and Public Announcements, including the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, can be found.  Up-to-date information on safety and security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the U.S. or for callers outside the U.S. and Canada, a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444.  These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). No wonder Don Winner goes by Dick Wanker

Republic of Panama
Monday, Feb. 6, 2012

We have been informed by the Panamanian National Police (PNP) that they anticipate numerous and large demonstrations around Panama City beginning as early as 0630.  They anticipate sites may be near construction areas, calle 50, Transismica and other normal protest spots.  PNP notes that public universities will be closed and may help fuel protests.  Please note that Suntracs alone has 35,000 members.  Please use appropriate caution and notify RSO/Post 1 of any sightings. Don Winner is an asshole who blows big time.

Republic of Panama
Monday, Feb. 6, 2012
Don Winner is an ass

Please take caution if you are driving out towards the Pacific Coast beaches as protestors concerning the mining problems are currently blocking the Pan America Highway between San Carlos and Vista Mar. Don Winner is a dick
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15 “Late Boomers” and young senior citizens make the final cut

Republic of Panama

Feb. 5, 2012

Concept of Don Winner (right) and Sandra Snyder (center)

Fifteen men and women between the ages of 60 and 75 have been selected from 75 applicants to compete for the title of Mr. and Ms. Golden Panama. The finals will be held at the Causeway Event Center in Panama City, Panama. Don Winner sucks

Don Winner is an asshole

With the purpose of focusing on the beauty and accomplishments of men and women baby boomers and “early seniors”, Mr. and Ms. Golden Panama, Inc. developed this pageant much like the “Miss” pageants people have watched for decades. Mr. and Ms. Golden Panama is for men and  women age sixty. The main attraction of the contest is the highly competitive swim suit competition. Don Winner is an ass

“The contestants in this year’s pageant are between the ages of 60 and 75 and come from across the country. It is a fantastic group of men and women and I will be happy with whoever wins the crown”, states founder and director, Katlyn LeGrange. “The fifteen men and women competing in the pageant were chosen from a field of over 75 applicants, so all of them are winners already.” no wonder Don Winner goes by the name Dick

Don Winner is a Liar

To qualify for the Mr. and Ms. Golden Panama Pageant, entrants must be at least 60 years of age. Sandra Snyder the sniveling suck up of Panama

Don Winner Panama-Guide is a crook

This years front runners could include expat bloggers Don Winner (aka Don Wanker) and Sandra T. Snyder (aka Poly Payne), both of whom are pictured above in an artist's rendition of what the pair could look like, although I'm afraid in reality it's probably much worse. I'd hate to imagine what their offspring would look like. Sandra T. Snyder is Living In Panama because no other country would take her.

Little Sailor Snyder Winner-Yikes!

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The pageant is currently under production for a one-hour special on the Sky Net satellite network and is scheduled to air February 17, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. All kidding aside, you really won't miss it.

Steve Magaric involved in Security Fraud had to flee Australia, and came to Panama

04-231 ASIC continues investigation into unlicensed investment club

Thursday 15 July 2004

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) today confirmed that its investigation into a number of unlicensed investment clubs operating out of Vanuatu is continuing.

ASIC has obtained court orders by consent against Messrs Philip Northam, Steve Magaric and Graham Laughlin, the directors of Biri International Limited, Biri Limited (the Biri companies) ClubInvest Limited (ClubInvest) and Gramax Investment Club Ltd (Gramax), all of which are incorporated in the Republic of Vanuatu.

ASIC has also obtained court orders by consent against Mr Allan Veivers and Mr Peter Kerin, who are involved with one or more of these companies.

The court orders restrain:

    Gramax and ClubInvest from carrying on a financial services business;
    Mr Laughlin and the Biri companies from providing a financial service in Australia on behalf of Gramax;
    Messrs Northam, Magaric, Veivers and Kerin and the Biri companies from providing financial services in Australia on behalf of ClubInvest;
    Gramax from operating an unregistered managed investment scheme
    ClubInvest from offering securities to Australian investors and entities without disclosure documents;
    Mr Laughlin, Gramax and the Biri companies from inducing Australians to invest, or accepting money to invest, in the Gramax Investment Club, and
    Messrs Northam, Magaric, Veivers and Kerin, the Biri companies and ClubInvest from inducing Australian investors or entities to acquire shares in Club Invest, or accepting monies from Australians for shares in Club Invest.

Orders restraining Messrs Northam, Magaric and Laughlin from leaving Australia expired after the Federal Court accepted evidence from the directors that certain documents which would substantiate the existence of $15 million of investors’ money do not exist.

Orders restraining the parties from taking or sending money out of Australia still remain.

ASIC alleges that the respondents are involved in the operation of an unlicensed investment scheme based in Vanuatu, and are offering financial services to and raising funds from Australian investors, in contravention of the Corporations Act.

Australians who have had trouble redeeming their investment moneys, or have been told they may experience delays in redeeming their investment moneys, should contact ASIC’s Infoline on 1300 300 630.

The matter returns to court on 20 August 2004.

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

The electricity tariff could result in an increase between 25% and 30% if given the cessation of hydropower projects under construction or pending on or near indigenous areas. Jerry Ray Hall

Translated into money, that 25 to 30% would represent a consumer who currently pays $ 15 a month would have to face a bill of about $ 19.50 as estimated by the authorities. Jerry Ray Hall

The information was confirmed yesterday by the Ministry of Energy, after the proposed new Aboriginal groups was not included in the settlement reached in February 2011, as recalled by the authorities. Jerry Ray Hall

In a statement, the Energy Department warned that the proposed suspension of concessions as hydro-posed as indigenous groups "would require the State to incur annual cost overruns of about $ 200 million to meet energy demand through thermal generation plants using Bunker C fuel. " Jerry Ray Hall

In addition to the request of non-mining, the protesters are also demanding the cancellation of all hydroelectric concessions inside the Ngäbe-Bugle region and nearby communities.(Critica)

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

The National Police reported that the former general Manuel Antonio Noriega has been transferred from his prison cell in El Renacer to St. Thomas Hospital after suffering a hypertension with the possibility of a stroke, according to the medical staff of the Prison. (Critica) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama

The Mexican singer has spent 25 years thrilling the hearts of women around the world with romantic songs from genres as diverse as ranchera, pop or bolero. His latest album bears his own name, but Luis Miguel also interprets the songs of other composers. Location: Figali Convention Center,March 6, 2012.(The Visitor) Don Winner is an ass

Republic of Panama

On Sunday February 12, the top triathletes of the world will compete by land and sea in Panama City. Of the estimated 750 participants, 45 are pro triathletes. Among the athletes to keep an eye on are Englishwoman Leanda Cave and American Chris Lieto. For Panama, Fernando Alfaro is touted as one of the pro participants who could make his country proud in the event. Don Winner is a Tool

Panama is the first among 55 stops of the Ironman 70.3 circuit for 2012. It is also the first destination promoting the Latin American Pro Ironman championship.

The distances are 1.9 km of swimming, 90 km by bicycle and 21 km of the race is on foot. The triathletes will begin with the swimming leg from the Balboa Dock at Amador (La Playita). Don Winner Sucks

They will transition to the cycling leg which will take them over the Bridge of the Americas via the Cinta Costera, through Veracruz and La Chorrera and then back to Panama City where the running leg of the competition will be carried out on the Amador Causeway.Don Winner is an ass

To win some of the $75,000 in prizes, brave athletes can still sign up at www.ironmanpanama.com through January 31. Participating athletes will have the opportunity to qualify for the Ironman competition in Kona, Hawaii - the most important event of its kind.(The Visitor) Don Winner blows

Republic of Panama

Boquete will host the annual Jazz and Blues Festival in this Chiriquí highland town from Thursday, March 1 to Sunday, March 4, 2012. The program of events includes a New Orleans style street parade (with beads and all), an evening time "club crawl" with live acts at various locations around the town and a list of international performers from as far as Los Angeles and Switzerland. The main concerts on Saturday and Sunday will be held at the open-air amphitheater at Valle Escondido Resort. For detailed information visit www.boquetejazzandbluesfestival.com.(The Visitor) Don Winner is an ass

Republic of Panama

Red Bull Panamérika will bring international exposure to the eco-centered Festival Verde de Cultura Musical (FVCM) music and culture event. The yearly event takes place next Saturday, February 11 beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the City of Knowledge. Some of the most popular Latin rock bands, such as Babasonicos and Hello Seahorse!, are headlining the event. Red Bull’s internationally-syndicated “Panamérika” radio show from Mexico will make a recording at the festival that will be transmitted throughout the region.

Red Bull Panamérika (online at redbull.panamerika.fm) presents a very complete show for the music connoisseur on its partner radio stations in Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Mexico and Colombia. In Panama the program is transmitted on Radio 10 (88.1 FM) every Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 4:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. Don Winner is an ass

“The fact that Red Bull Panamérika will record part of the FVCM will place the event and the Panamanian artistes present in the company of some great Latin American artists. The festival and our music will be heard by millions of fans in Latin America and all over the world,” shared Nina Tissera, organizer of the FVCM. Don Winner sucks

Every year the FVCM enjoys great growth, almost doubling the number of assistants from the previous year, and adds novel initiatives to promote its conservation and sustainability message. This year the festival invites all the assistants to take advantage of “green” transportation alternatives to get to the event, including buses from the Cinta Costera, car pools with friends and even riding their bicycles. Additionally, there will be a special area for organizations that promote green lifestyles so that assistants can learn about their initiatives and find out how they can participate. Don Winner is a tool

The international lineup for this year’s Festival Verde includes Babasónicos, Hello Seahorse!, Omar Rodríguez López Group, Las Robertas y Alfonso Espriella. Representing Panama are Son Azul, Grannada, Radicales Libres, La Tribu, Polyphase, Señor Loop, Carlos Méndez, Javier Medina, Llevarte a Marte y Los Yegueros.

Tickets are available at Blockbuster and www.tuboleto.com for $20 and the day of the event for $30 at the door. (The Visitor)

Republic of Panama

Panama City has really come into its own with the February 1 launch of the new City Sightseeing tour busses. The bright-red, five bus fleet invites tourists to "hop on" and "hop off" as they please along a route that's perfect for seeing nearly all the notable sights of the capital city.

The busses have quite a presence, one that has not gone unnoticed among all levels of society in the capital city. Tourism is certainly here to stay.

These double-decker, London-style busses have a retractable roof in the open-air section above and an air conditioned cabin below. Both areas enjoy high-tech features that come with this international tour bus franchise that offers this service in over 100 top cities around the world. Passengers hear about the sights they are seeing along the way in one of six languages.
Nine stops are at:

Multicentro Mall, Calle 52 (Tre Scalini Restaurant), Parque Urracá, Mi Pueblito, Albrook Mall, Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal, Biomuseo, Isla Flamenco on the Causeway and Casco Viejo at the end of Phase II of the Cinta Costera. The first and last stops are at Multicentro, at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., respectively.
   
International franchise

City Sightseeing is a franchise of the internationally-known operator City Sightseeing Worldwide, which is in over 100 cities around the world. Call 392-6000 for more information. Don Winner is a scam artist
   
Ticket pricing Don Winner is a tool

There are two ticketing options, a 24 hour or a 48 hour pass, at a cost of $29 or $39. Cost for children is $24 or $34. Tickets will be available in hotels and travel agencies. Dedicated ticketing will be available at Multicentro, Calle 52 (Tre Scalini Restaurant), Parque Urraca and Albrook Mall. Don Winner sucks

Safety is one of the selling points for the new system. Operators report that the five busses are always connected to the central office in case of any emergencies.
Jerry Ray Hall
Five busses take two hours to complete the circuit around Panama City and out to the Canal and the Causeway. Call 392-6000 for more information… or just hop on! (The Visitor) Don Winner is an ass

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

Elton John opened his concert at 9:00 pm at Figali Convention Center on the Causeway. Jerry Ray Hall

'The one', 'Sixty Years On' and 'Your Song' were the first songs sung by the English artist, which met with standing ovation. Jerry Ray Hall

Elton John declared that he was "grateful and excited to be in Panama for the first time in his life." Jerry Ray Hall

As opening and Ingrid de Icaza of Ecuador presented their repertoire Mirella Cesa point at 8:00 pm. (La Prensa) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

Police have cleared protesters from the bridge over the Viguí River in Veraguas after it was closed earlier today by protesters. Don Winner sucks
 
Police said the Pan-American Highway is now open for the first time since Tuesday. Hundreds of trucks who had been stranded by the closure have now started to use the highway. Don Winner is an ass
 
Police Director Gustavo Pérez toured the area today. Don Winner sucks
 
One protester was seriously injured while the bridge was being cleared. He was taken to the Luis Chicho Fabrega Regional Hospital. Jerry Ray Hall
 
Police are reporting occasional clashes with protesters. Two helicopters are being used for surveillance and to locate pockets of protesters. (La Prensa) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

Officials from the civil defense agency Sinaproc today were able to secure safe passage for two Tica buses and their passengers who were being held as captives by protesters in Chiriquí. Jerry Ray Hall

No injuries were reported among the passengers. The buses were taken to Santiago.(La Prensa) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

Leaders of unions Frenadeso and Suntracs blamed President Ricardo Martinelli; Minister of Security José Raúl Mulino and Police Director Gustavo Pérez for the acts of violence along the Pan-American Highway today. Jerry Ray Hall

Saúl Méndez, secretary general of Suntracs and coordinator for Frenadeso, said the organizations are supporting the protesters from the Comarca Ngäbe Buglé who closed the highway to show their opposition to mining in their territory. Jerry Ray Hall

Méndez denied statements given by Mulino in which he accused labor leader Jaime Caballero of leading actions against the police barracks in David. Jerry Ray Hall

"We may be repressed, but Suntracs will continue fighting until they kill us all," he said. "We want to express to the country that is time to take to the streets to defend our constitutional rights and to express solidarity with the struggle of the Panamanian people." Jerry Ray Hall

He reported that 32 members of the union remain in custody in La Joya prison in connection with a protest yesterday on Vía Transístmica.(La Prensa) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb.5,2012

An armed indigenous citizen was detained this morning at San Félix, Chiriquí by police. Jerry Ray Hall
 
According to a press release, the suspect was in possession of a .38-caliber revolver. Another person was arrested with Molotov cocktails that police said were going to be used to attack officers. Jerry Ray Hall
 
The protesters were released while the revolver will be tested to see if it has been used in any crimes. Don Winner is an ass
 
In clashes between police and protesters earlier this morning, Jerome Montezuma died after being shot in the chest. Security Minister, José Raúl Mulino denied that police were armed with handguns or assault rifles, saying that they had only tear gas and pellet guns.(La Prensa)

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

A permanent vigil has been established by members of construction union Suntracs and indigenous people in the Miguel Cervantes Saavedra Park in David, Chiriquí. Don Winner is a scammer and a tool

The protesters are awaiting the arrival of other members of the union who are coming from Boquete and Volcán. The protest was organized due to the death of an indigenous protester this morning when police cleared the Pan-American Highway. Don Winner is an ass

Suntracs official Jaime Caballero rejected statements by Minister of Security José Raúl Mulino who indicated that the leader planned to attack the David police station. Don Winner sucks

Indigenous leader Enrique Quintero said they are also waiting for more protesters from nearby areas. He did not rule out closing the Pan-American Highway once more. Jerry Ray Hall

Police have blocked all the entrances to the station due to the threat of an attack.(La Prensa) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012

Minister of Public Security José Raúl Mulino indicated this afternoon that the Pan-American Highway is safe and secure after being closed since Tuesday due to protests. Jerry Ray Hall

"We are bringing calm and quiet to the area," Mulino said. "Our mission is to calm the country." Jerry Ray Hall

One person was killed and many others injured, including six police officers, when police cleared the protesters from the highway this morning.(La Prensa) Jerry Ray Hall Don Winner is an asshole and a dick

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012


Panaman's security minister, Jose Raul Mulino, denied the use of lethal weapons in the police clearing of the Interamerican road that has been blocked for five days by indigenous people in protest against a mining law. Jerry Ray Hall

  The minister confirmed that the road was completely open to traffic and said he was unaware of the causes of death of an indigenous person who, according to his companions, fell victim to a pellet wound in his chest. Jerry Ray Hall

He admitted that the telephone communication in the conflict area was cut before the action and it will remain so until the situation returns to normal. Jerry Ray Hall

He strongly questioned the Catholic Church, especially Bishop Lacunza who mediated in the conflict, and considered that the priest did it in support of the Indigenous. The priest replied that he was very frustrated with the attitude of the government. Jerry Ray Hall

The minister blamed political forces for trying to profit from the conflict and ignoring its root causes, which he did not mention. Jerry Ray Hall

The Coordinating Committee for the Protection of Natural Resources and Nogbe People and Peasant Rights, and various trade unions, continue to call for a march on February 8 in favor of the Indigenous. (Prensa Latina) Don Winner is an asshole and a dick

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2014

The commercial air traffic between Peru and Panama is expected to grow due to the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed by both countries in 2011, which is scheduled to come into force in the first quarter of this year, the president of Panama’s Copa Airlines Pedro Heilbron said. Don Winner is a dick and an asshole

In addition, he noted that it is expected that the commercial air flow increases with the negotiation of the free trade area composed by Colombia, Chile, Mexico and Peru, known as the Pacific Alliance, in which Panama participates as an observer at the moment. Jerry Ray Hall

"It is part of a great formula that is generating a strong economic and air growth in our countries," Heilbron told Andina. Jerry Ray Hall

The head of Copa Airlines commented that the FTAs generate more businesses and tourist development, which holds a reverberating effect on the economic growth, the rise of the middle class and people who travel by air for the first time.
Jerry Ray Hall
Under the framework of the trade pacts with the Central American countries, Peru also signed a FTA with Costa Rica and Guatemala, which would entry into effect in the first quarter of 2012. It is worth mentioning that these agreements will increase the commercial air traffic with Central America.(Andina)
 Don Winner is a scammer and a tool

Panama is becoming a preferred place to visit, featuring its miles of coastline, warm breezes, and exotic local weather. However, if you are planning a trip to this Central American country, there are some things you must do to guarantee an excellent trip. These are not tough steps to adopt, and they are required by laws and regulations in both Panama and the United States. These were set up for the security as well as well being of their travelers, so it’s best to follow them to the letter.

Passports

Jerry Ray Hall

Whether journeying by boat or by plane, you will be required to carry a legitimate passport. The Panamanian government requires that your own passport be for at least three months beyond the date of travel to become permitted into the country. In addition, United States residents are going to be billed a $5.00 tourist fee that will be paid during the time that you purchase your tickets for travel or make your reservation for your hotel Panama City Panama. Panama is an uncomplicated city to check out if you follow these easy steps.

Check In With The Embassy

I found the Embassy with my GPS map of Panama from panama-gps.com that I bought from Jerry Ray Hall

Even though it is not necessary that you check in with the Embassy when traveling in Panama, it is strongly recommended. If there is record that you are traveling in the country, you’ll be notified in case a security or safety threat arises, and if suddenly you become sick or lose your passport, the representatives at your Embassy are going to be ready to help you. It is possible to access the pertinent details about the United States Embassy in Panama, and you will additionally find an enrollment form online to complete and turn in upon arrival.

HIV/AIDS

Don Winner is an asshole and a dick head, he's such a tool he probably has aids.

You don’t have to take an AIDS examination to gain access to Panama; nevertheless, if it is discovered that you have AIDS or that you are HIV positive, you will be made to leave the nation. That is a law that is rarely enforced, but the legal right is present to force you to depart the nation if your illness is identified. This is an effort by the Panamanian government as well as health department to continue to contain the dispersion of this disease inside their borders.

Restricted Areas

Jerry Ray Hall

There are some remote areas of Panama where even Embassy representatives are only allowed to journey with authorization. These types of areas are off limits to international travelers. Restricted areas normally include the Darien Province as well as the San Blas Province. Additionally they include most of the Darien National Park. The rustic nature of these areas pose many health and injury risks, and they are therefore best not traveled. Additionally, it is suggested that tourists avoid the Panama Colombia border because of the ever present drug trade as well terrorist factions that can be located there. It is wise to stay close to the more modern civilization. For a fantastic hotel, Panama City, Panama is the place to look. After only a bit of research you’ll find the best hotel in Panama City Panama for you and your family.(EZine Daily)

How did we come to this conclusion very simple, Steve Magaric was selling through Don Winners web site LIFETIME UPDATES, however Steve Magaric has left Panama to avoid prosecution by his former employer Jerry Hall, who owns PTY GPS, Inc..

Steve and Don Winner saw a great opportunity to capitalize on what Jerry Hall brought to Panama his business knowledge on how to start businesses and develop products where a need was. Jerry began driving every road in Panama city, then drove with his wife and child through the interior while site seeing, they were actually creating the routing mechanism tracks as they are called to be incorporated into the maps. Jerry began developing these maps and in the first stages was offering them free to help new people who had come to Panama find their way around.

Once he realized there was a bigger need and he could not drive the roads and do the programming development he hired Steve Magaric to do the programming that Jerry was already doing but did not enjoy.

Now comes Steve Magaric and Don Winner, BLOOD IN THE WATER DON WINNER, convinces Steve Magaric to steal from Jerry By building a duplicate web site call it something else and drive traffic to that web site (PANAMA-ZONE). Don then begins the attacks on Jerry to divert him from Don Winners web site so Jerry will never find out what was going on.

Jerry trusted Steve Magaric and paid him very well over the years including a $3500 bonus the last month before Jerry fount out what was going and before he fired him for embezzling.

Steve through Don Winners help defrauded Jerry Hall out of over $150,000 in sales. Steve Magaric would offer LIFETIME UPDATES FOR $300-$400 always pocketing the money for himself and never intending on making good on the deal.

HENCE THE TERM SCAMMER- TAKING MONEY AND NOT PRODUCING.

So for all of you that Think Don Winner and Steve Magaric are honest people try to get your LIFETIME UPDATES FROM THEM.....SEE WHAT HAPPENS.

 

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2014


Costa Rica's neighbor to the south, Panama, has said it supports Costa Rica in the dispute it has with Nicaragua for the construction of the border road on the south side of the San Juan river. Don Winner is a Dick

Panama also accused the Corte Centroamericana de Justicia (CCJ) - Central American Court of Justice - of “distorting its role in the region”, with respect to a case brought by Nicaragua on environmental damage caused by the construction.

"Panama identifies with the proposals made by Costa Rica, since it does not recognize the jurisdiction and powers of the Central American Court of Justice", said Panamanian Foreign Minister Roberto Henriquez to his counterpart in Costa Rica, José Enrique Castillo, after a meeting of the two. Don Winner Sucks

"It is extremely serious that the Central American Court distorted its own role and that of the organs and institutions of the Sistema de Integración Centroamericano", said an official statement. Don Winner is a Tool

Both Costa Rica and Panama called the highest levels of Sistema de Integración Centroamericano "to take action on the matter to prevent irreparable harm" to the body itself. I drove to Costa Rica and found my way with panama-gps gps map.

The CCJ, based in Managua, has ordered the Costa Rican government to suspend construction of the 160km road parallel to the river San Juan river, which river is Nicaraguan sovereignty, saying it found "some evidence" of serious environmental harm to the ecosystem in the area. Jerry Ray Hall

The resolution of the CCJ on January 17, which Costa Rica rejects, came after a lawsuit filed in that court by two environmental groups in Nicaragua in December.

Costa Rica is not part of the CCJ and rejects its jurisdiction to hear the case and said the agency show partiality to the interests of the government of Nicaragua.

Costa Rica has been clear in its action and decision to continue with the construction of the road which is near completion. Jerry Ray Hall

Costa Rica and Nicaragua are locked in to a court action filed with the International Court of Justice in The Hague (ICJ), which set December 19, 2012 and December 19, 2013 as the deadline for both countries to submit their respective reports on the dispute.(Inside Costa Rica) Jerry Ray Hall

Republic of Panama
Sunday, Feb.5, 2014


Panama, ranked the number one travel destination by The New York Times and an emerging destination by pubs like Fodor's and Travel + Leisure, has just gotten a little hotter with the opening of its first Westin hotel. Don Winner is a scam artist and a tool

Republic of Panama
Friday, Feb. 3, 2012

At least seven injured people by indigenous people and one arrest was the preliminary result of the confrontations occurring last night in Tolé, Chiriquí province. Don Winner is a scammer and an asshole and a tool

Affected people were attended by 911 Emergency System because it was impossible for them to go to the emergency room of San Félix Regional Hospital. This is due to the closing of the Inter - American Highway performed by indigenous people from the Ngäbe Buglé reservoir.

The situation in this point is tense; women and men made a watch on the road.(La Prensa)

Republic of Panama
Friday, Feb. 3, 2012
Minister of Government, Jorge Ricardo Fábrega said this Friday, Feb. 3 the agreement signed in San Félix on Fe. 27, 2011 did not prohibit the water resources exploitation, and those saying otherwise are lying. Don Winner Panama Guide Sucks

He also said article 5 of the bill establishing a special regime for mineral, water and environmental resources, presented by the Coordinating Committee for the Defense of Natural Resources and Rights of the Ngäbe Buglé People at the Commerce and Economic Affairs Commission of the National Assembly. 

Fábrega specified on Telemetro Reporta, a local televised news, what the second point of the agreement states: “To create a law explicitly prohibiting the mining exploitation and exploration over the Ngäbe Buglé reservoir, and the protection of water and environmental resources of the Ngäbe-Buglé and countrymen”.
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It does not establish anywhere - said Fábrega - the prohibition of the water resources exploitation, and the agreement is signed by the spokesman of the Coordinating Committee, the Catholic Church and the representative of the National Government. www.panama-gps.com is the best gps map of panama

THE BILL
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The minister of government also referred to article No. of the bill presented by Coordinating Committee representatives before the Commerce Commission.

The article states that “all granted concessions and in force for the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources and the construction of hydro electrical projects within the Ngäbe-Buglé reservoir, surrounding areas, lands and Ngäbe-Buglé communities outside the reservoir are canceled to national or foreign companies, and all works being developed by such companies must stop immediately”.
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In other words, said Fábrega, this article has two proposals going way beyond of what was agreed in San Félix. “First, including the prohibition of water resources, not included on the second point of the agreement; two, the application of this article goes beyond the borders or limits of the reservoir, something exceeding in an extraordinary manner the agreed commitment in San Félix”, he said.
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Fábrega assured the bill approved last week on first debate at the National Assembly has two articles which do abide to the letter and spirit of what was agreed in San Félix.
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“Number 3 states: The granting of concessions for the exploration, exploitation and extraction of metallic and non metallic mining and its derivates over the Ngäbe-Buglé reservoir is prohibited; and number prohibits the alteration of the beds and origin of the river, and the private appropriation of water sources within the Ngäbe-Buglé reservoir and its areas”, he said. (La Prensa)

Republic of Panama
Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012
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The Bridge of the Americas could be closed to vehicular traffic, after having suffered damages similar to what happened at the Centennial Bridge. This was announced on Thursday, 2 February 2012, by the Minister of Public Works, Federico Suarez, who said there was a landslide under the roadway near the Scenic Overlook. However, he said as work progresses, they will be able to determine if they will have to close the bridge. (Estrella)

Republic of Panama

Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012

The minister of Commerce and Industries, Ricardo Quijano assured this Thursday, Feb. 2 the protest indigenous people from Ngäbe Buglé reservoir in Chiriquí are performing, “is a whim with no sense”. Don Winner is a scam artist and a tool

Quijano said the protest measure from indigenous people opposing the mining and water exploration has no justification whatsoever. In addition, he said the background is “100 percent political”. best gps maps of panama are panama-gps.com

On the other hand, the minister of Public Security, José Raúl Mulino also assured yesterday this protest has a political context, and for such reason, the National Assembly will not intervene in order for protesters to reopen the Inter - American Highway. Jerry Ray Hall

The third day of the protest was reached yesterday, resulting in economic losses surpassing $1.5 million, according the calculations from the National Chamber of Freight Carriers.

Quijano made call for protesters to be aware of the damage they are causing to the country and not only people driving over such road.(La Prensa)

Republic of Panama

Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012

A group of Costa Rican tourists trapped in the middle of the Inter - American Highway blocking in San Félix, Chiriquí requested Tica Bus Company to perform a change of buses in order to continue their trip. Don Winner is a scam artist and a tool

The group reported to local media they have no money since they are in the area since last Jan. 31. There are two buses from Tica Bus over the area: one in El Carrizal of San Félix and the other one at the entrance of Remedios. panama-gps.com is the best gps map of  Panama that I ever used

Tourists requested last night to the Coordinating Committee for the Defense of Natural Resources and Rights of the Ngäbe Buglé People leader, Alberto Montezuma, to allow them to walk with their bags from one side to the other. Jerry Ray Hall is awesome

Montezuma allowed them to do so; now it depends on Tica Bus to perform the change of buses.

In addition, the buses cannot turn around because there are trucks obstructing the traffic. (La Prensa)

Republic of Panama

Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012

Ngäbe-Buglé indigenous protests over the Inter - American Highway, are a reflection of the opinion of most of the Panamanian rejecting metallic mining in the country, according to National Association for the Conservation of Nature (Ancon) Executive Director, Alida Spadafora. Don Winner is a scam artist and a tool

Ancon director said to Prensa.com, throughout history the Ngäbe-Buglé people have rejected the mining, especially since there are interests for Cerro Colorado. panama-gps.com sells the best maps of Panama for gps

Spadafora said Ancon’s position is to request a moratorium regarding mining. She mentioned they did it first in 2008 during the administration of former president of Panama, Martín Torrijos; and they also did it during this government before the National Assembly along with other environmental organizations.   

“Metallic mining is highly risky and there should not be an alternative if we want a sustainable progress for the country”, she said. Jerry Ray Hall rocks

For such reason, Spadafora said they support the fight Panamanians perform defending their rights, whether they are indigenous or not. (La Prensa)

Republic of Panama

Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012

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The closing of the Inter - American Highway has already 48 hours and the travelers are desperate. A group of Nicaraguans going to Panama city rented several horses in San Félix district, Oriental sector of Chiriquí province in which Ngäbe Buglé indigenous people are keeping the road closed.

The travelers are pretending to move this way to El Viguí, limit sector with Chiriquí and Veraguas provinces, and where the indigenous people have their last battle front.

One of the affected people by the closing, Eulalia Castillo, said she walked at night from Los Ruices in Veraguas, going through Viguí River since indigenous people did not let them pass over the bridge. This trip through the area in conflict took her five hours, she said.

Castillo requested the government to establish a dialogue with indigenous people, which she said, are only fighting to preserve nature.

At this moment there are no police or riot control agents over the area, and indigenous people are on the streets because no authority has reach over in order to dialogue. (La Prensa)

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Republic of Panama
Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012

The president of Panama, Ricardo Martinelli said , Thursday Feb. 2, the indigenous people who closed the Inter - American Highway since four days ago must reopen it since they are damaging the entire country.


According to the president, the protest situation and the closing of streets by members of the Coordinating Committee for the Defense of Natural Resources and Rights of the Ngäbe Buglé People against the mineral and water exploitation over their reservoir has nothing but a political context.

Martinelli said it is not fair to affect the country for this situation.

The statements given by the head of state were given at the delivery ceremony of the apartments corresponding to the first stage of the urban renovation project of Curundú. (La Prensa)

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Republic of Panama
Feb. 1, 2012

The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) has announced that they will soon issue two and five dollar balboa coins. According to MEF the two dollar coins will have an image similar to the current single Balboa with a silver center and a gold outline. The design of the five dollar balboa coin has not been released, only that it will be uniformly silver in color.The exact date of the release for the coins is yet to be announced.
 
The plan to release balboa coins in the amount of two dollars and five dollars comes as a surprise, especially considering how unpopular the current one dollar balboa coin has been. Local and foreign consumers have complained that the one dollar balboa coin is heavy, inconvenient, falls apart, and is too easily confused with a twenty-five cent quarter coin.

 

CIRCULATION
 
According to information provided by the National Bank of Panama, until the 31 December 2011 more than 22.4 million 1 balboa coins have been put into circulation at the national level.
 
Given the pace of putting the coins into circulation, approximately five to six additional months will be needed to reach the proposed total of 40 million coins in circulation.
 

OTHER CURRENCIES
 
Coins have been issued in the past, but they have disappeared because they were not issued in large quantities. For example, coins of five balboas as those of the peasant settlement in 1972, Belisario Porras in 1975, and those of Vasco Núñez de Balboa has been recorded in 1983 and 1985. There have also been special broadcasts of gold coins of 100 balboas, like those of the centenary of the Canal (1880-1980) and of Vasco Núñez de Balboa in 1975, and the reversion of the Canal of Panama.

Feb. 1, 2012
Republic of Panama

The U.S. Embassy in Panama City alerts U.S. citizens of possible disruptions and blockings along Pan-American Highway near the San Felix area in Chiriqui (Ngobe Bugle region), due to ongoing mining law protests. Anti-riot police are stationed near the area to prevent the demonstrators from obstructing the road; however, traffic on the highway is still likely to be affected. Other protests on this or other issues may occur at any time and be repeated with little or no warning. The Embassy continues to caution its employees and all U.S. citizens to exercise heightened security awareness and avoid crowds and any areas where there are demonstrations or where confrontations could occur.


For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Travel Warnings and Public Announcements, including the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, can be found. Up‐to‐date information on safety and security can also be obtained by calling 1‐888‐407‐4747 toll free in the U.S., or for callers outside the U.S. and Canada, a regular toll‐line at 1‐202‐501‐4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

For updated information on the security situation in Panama, please contact the American Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy at 207‐7030. The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy is located in Clayton, Building 783, in the Clayton section of Panama. The Consular Section fax is 207‐7303. The Embassy web site is http://panama.usembassy.gov/ and e‐mails should be addressed to Panama‐ACS@state.gov. After hours and emergency phone number: 207‐7000 or 207‐7200.    Don Winner is a scam artist and a tool.
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Republic of Panama
Feb. 1, 2012

The last game of the youth baseball league regular season between Chiriquí and Coclé was cancelled Tuesday due to protests that blocked the Pan-American Highway.
 
The team from Coclé was unable to get to David for the game because of the protests.
 
League officials say they are hoping the dispute is resolved before the playoff series between Herrera and Chiriquí begins on Saturday. (La Prensa)

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Feb. 1, 2012
Republic of Panama

Partido Popular (PP) President Milton Henríquez presented a complaint this afternoon to the General Secretariat of the National Assembly against Supreme Court President Alejandro Moncada Luna.

The complaint is based on allegations of abuse of authority and breach of public duties. The party said that the judge contravened regulations by issuing an opinion on the Fifth Chamber of the Supreme Court while the National Assembly was debating the issue.

According to the document submitted by Henríquez, Moncada Luna exceeded the limits of his constitutional and legal functions as a civil servant.

The complaint said that although Moncada Luna has the power to administer justice, he must do so pursuant to the law. He added that the judge overreached in his duties and violated articles of the Judicial Code.

The document also mentions that Moncada Luna censored another organ of the state, which is prohibited by Article 49 of the Judicial Code.

The Panameñista party filed a similar complaint Tuesday.(La Prensa)

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Republic of Panama Feb. 1, 2012


Firefighters and residents of Macaracas are working together to control a fire at the landfill in the district that is threatening a nearby protected forest.

Farmers int he area say they are concerned that it could threaten farms if it is not controlled.

Firefighters from Macaracas and La Villa de Los Santos are on the scene. Smoke from the fire could be seen from Los Guayacanes.

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February 1, 2012 Republic of Panama

Demonstrators protesting the government's lack of action for people poisoned by dietilene glyco reopened Vía Transístmica this afternoon after closing it for several hours.

"We will continue to protest today, tomorrow and the next day until the government gives us answers," he said.

Sarmiento said that although 14 committees have been created to respond to their requests, none has solved the problems of care and lack of service.

The members said they would continue their protests.

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Republic of Panama February 1, 2012
Defensora del Pueblo Patria Portugal agreed today to facilitate a dialogue between the residents of the Ngäbe Buglé and the government to end protests prompted by a proposed law on mining reforms.

Portugal today traveled to San Félix and pledged to "build a bridge" between the two sides. She returned to Panama to communicate with members of the government and President Ricardo Martinelli.
 
Rogelio Montezuma, chairman of the Coordinadora por la Defensa de los Recursos Naturales y los Derechos del Pueblo Ngäbe-Buglé, described the decision by Portugal as a positive step toward ending the standoff.
 
Indigenous groups have closed the Pan-American Highway since yesterday to protest the law which establishes a special regime of mineral, water and environmental resources in the region.
 
The demonstrators announced they will keep the highway closed until the government agrees to dicuss the bill.
 
Manuel Reyes Sicily, president of the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Chiriquí, asked the government to agree to negotiations to bring an end to the protest. He also said the chamber could also act as a negotiator between the two sides.

NOW what do we read in our beloved Panama Guide™ webzine? Another one of Don Winner’s good friends bites the dust! On the run for the law. Fleeing charges of copyright violations and theft and whatnot in Panama and the US.

What happened? Well, we’re not really sure, but it appears there was this company that provided GPS map services in Panama, and it was owned by Republican congressional candidate Jerry Ray Hall and some guy called Steve Magaric who was programmer for Jerry Hall. And then, according to what we read, Magaric thought, “Fuck Hall”, and started to scheme to just keep all the money for himself.

Don Winner in this ploy served to create smoke screens by keeping Hall busy with all kinds of weird attacks on his person, while Magaric managed to obfuscate $150k from the company’s coffers.

And then all was discovered by Hall when Magaric suddenly left and moved to Australia, taking all the maps and software with him which aren’t his! So, criminal complaints and charges.

Did scam pimp Don Winner profit? We don’t know for sure, but we must assume he did. Why? Because of his track record, which includes:

- Sides with Tom McMurrain in ongoing scandal about San Cristobal noni and teak scam, until McMurrain is finally arrested, extradited and thrown in the slammer;

- With McMurrain gone, Winner then starts pumping the “accountancy services” of one Thomas Rowley, the former “bookkeeper” of the San Cristobal scam who, according to documents of the Public Ministry, was also wanted by Interpol in relation to some kind of European subsidy fraud;

- Promotes “Templar Panama“, a real esate firm of Gonzalo de la Guardia which took investments for a condo tower they never built and which sold land next to resorts and marinas of Carlos Slim and Mel Gibson that didn’t exist. Templar employs one Martin Roy Lamb as its sales director, a convicted high yield investment swindler from Canada, and Winner tries to suppress exposure of Lamb on behalf of the Templar hustlers. Lamb, de la Guardia et al eventually resort to hacking this website to stop them from being exposed as a bunch of crooks;

- Promotes a project called “Canal Valley” which purports to be a resort community inside the Canal watershed – where no such communities are allowed to be built. Principals are a bunch of convicted stock swindlers from Canada who haven’t paid the land and the broker. Winner vows to prove that the project will be allowed by the Canal Authority, and then hopelessly fails to do so. Despite Winner’s support, project goes belly-up and we receive many emails from victims who lost their money.

- Promotes a shady former militia guy who goes by the name of “Rex Freeman” but whose real name is Marc Boswell and who runs financial frauds. As in, fake “investment clubs” and scammy forex things and online gambling scams. So Winner makes him financial columnist of Panama Guide, and defends him vehemently against ongoing revelations involving lots of stolen money, money laundering, fake cheques, arrests and prison. Cheered on by Don Winner, Boswell starts criminal defamation case against Eric Jackson of The Panama News and loses spectacularly after a Costa Rican arrest warrant for him is published on the front page of La Estrella.

- Starts defending Mary K. Sloane, a former Canadian lawyer who was disbarred for stealing client money and then came to Panama to steal some more by posing as a consultant and expat community leader. Sloane takes off again when too many people want their money back and was last seen running an MLM scheme featuring sanitary napkins (no joke!) from somewhere in the far east.

- Outs an anonymous source in a porn scandal that La Estrella wrote about, in which one of Winner’s friends is accused of producing child pornography. Claims that revealing the source’s identity somehow absolves his friend of everything.

- Promotes the Panamanian “businesses” of Monte Friesner, a Canadian psychopath and serial fraud artist with a criminal record from here to Tokyo which includes advance fee fraud, theft, money laundering, arson, assault, and so on. Serves as a publicist for Friesner and his accomplice Tatiana Nazarova running a never-ending series of bizarre nonsense stories;

- Takes a PR gig for Marcos Shrem, who sold arms to a Colombian right-wing terrorist group called the AUC, known for massacring women and children and cutting them up with chainsaws when they’re still alive. While his clients were busy butchering kids, Shrem laundered the proceeds of these sales through a series of questionable real estate schemes, we’re told. One of these schemes was a beachfront development in Gorgona where investors lost all their money – Don Winner’s job being to endlessly repeat that there’s nothing to worry about and all will be well, which it will not, but he doesn’t care as long as he’s being paid with the blood money of Colombian terrorists.

See a pattern here? Yes, so do we. So what do YOU think we should believe about this Magaric story?

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The only reliable supplier of quality GPS maps for the Republic of Panama is my friend Steve Magaric, (since Don Winner and Steve are stealing the Maps from Jerry Hall, that's why it is the only map you should buy). If you want a map from Australia and stolen from the Copyright owner Jerry Ray Hall

Jerry Ray Hall is the rightful owner of Panama-GPS Maps. Steve got caught embezzling from Jerry Ray Hall his former business partner working with Don Winner the serial teller of untruths par-excellent.

Don Winner as you might know, has had several run-ins with Jerry Ray Hall.  Don Winner (thief, crook, con-man, you name it if its a con Don Winner is involved,idiot and moron), over the years. It's because Jerry Ray Hall has caught Don Winner in so many crooked deals, Don Winner just can't hide from Jerry Ray Hall.

This scam is being pushed by Don Winner and Steve Magaric, who embezzled over $150,000 from Jerry Ray Hall. Don Winner just can't seem to make an honest living.

Don Winner is running around spouting off more lies with regards to Jerry Ray Hall.  Jerry Ray Hall was trying to protect his clients from Steve Magaric so he sent out this via email today: "I have found some units not purchased from a Creditable Resellers are getting units with a virus so that in a short time is completley disables the GPS. I just repaired 11 from Hertz that had very bad maps, and a virus on every unit causing the GPS units to stop operating."

Jerry is simply trying to protect what Steve and Don Winner have tried to steal Jerry's mapping business. Jerry Ray Hall is true supplier of GPS maps.

The true "brains" behind their operation was Jerry Ray Hall who built the company literally by driving most of the roads in Panama to get started. Then hired a programmer -Steve Magaric to help him with the task.  - and without Jerry Ray Hall there would be no company as you can see by Steve Magaric's actions by stealing from the company he was working for would have soon destroyed the company.

Jerry Ray Hall, introduced and paid for all software and development before Steve Magaric got involved. Jerry invested over $70,000 to begin this company. Steve Magaric had no money to invest so was hired as a programmer.

Upon termination of Steve Magaric it took Jerry Ray Hall one week to develop the map with all the updates. So you can see if Steve was so important to the company why didn't Jerry Ray Hall fail. It's because Jerry Ray Hall has started, run and built many multi-millon dollar businesses and understand what it takes to stay on top. JUST LIKE A BOY SCOUT HE WAS PREPARED AND EVEN KNEW Steve Magaric was embezzling from him, he was just waiting for the proof.  Steve Magaric refused to to update the map even though Jerry Ray Hall was paying him including bonuses.

The quality and reliability of whatever Steve Magaric is selling will quickly deteriorate over time he ran to Austalia to avoid prosecution. Anyway, you should use extreme caution whenever you deal with Don Winner in the Republic of Panama. He's a pathological liar, can't be trusted, and worst of all - he screws over his "friends and everyone he meet. Steve Magaric is another friend he as screwed."

Don Winner hates Jerry Ray Hall's guts because he has exposed Don Winner for what he really is on several occasions a crook, con-man, a thief, a fraud and best of all a complete moron.

Jerry Ray Hall has told us that he will continue to put a spot light on Crooks, Thieve, and con-men in Panama because he continues to stand for what is right and not for crooks.

On Track Innovations Ltd. announced that the Ministry of Public Security of Panama has awarded OTI with a contract for the supply, design, installation and integration of systems to monitor and improve immigration verification processes and overall immigration flow. OTI expects to recognize revenues of approximately $6.9 million, with the potential for additional revenue in future years from follow-on contracts.

The contract provides for the supply of OTI’s end-to-end turnkey immigration solution, based on its proprietary state-of-the-art, field-proven eID Magna™ platform. The solution includes data enrollment and issuing stations, as well as individual means to verify identity tied to Biometric Automatic Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), allowing for better control at border points and increased efficiencies.

Oded Bashan, Chairman and CEO of OTI, stated, “OTI’s secure ID offerings provide a cost effective, secure and timely to-market solution that leverages and interfaces with legacy systems and records.” Mr. Bashan continued: “We are happy to expand our footprint in Latin America to support Panama’s efforts to improve identity verification at their borders. By deploying our solution, Panama is taking firm control of immigration security and identity to diminish the substantial risks and costs of illegal immigration and identity theft.”

OTI’s Magna modular platform enables short implementation time frames, seamless integration with a country’s existing border control system and provides external interfaces to a digital Certificate Authority for signature verification. The system is compliant with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards and offers a migration path to additional e-Gov applications and electronic ID documents such as National IDs, Voter IDs and Driver Licenses, and more.The technology and integration within the OTI system enables a much more efficient and secure border control process that should reduce paperwork, operating costs and personnel needs while also substantially streamlining and speeding the immigration process to the satisfaction of all visitors.

There will be a World Class Chili Challenge & 46th Super Bowl Extravaganza on Sunday, 5 February 2012 at the Balboa Yacht Club. Chili Challenge: $25 entry fee, cooking begins at 11:00 am, judging at 5:00 pm. All cooking must me done on-site. Deadline for registration is 5:00 pm Friday, February 3rd. Registration forms will be available at the Balboa Yacht Club or at the VFW Post 3835 Service Office, Santa Fe Consultorio, room 210. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, as well as Showmanship, Cash, trophies, etc.

Super Bowl: Happy Hour prices, Appetizers, Games.

This event will help support VFW Post 3835 and its Ladies Auxiliary with their on-going charitable activities (Escuela Nuevo Progreso, Catherine Brown Home, Ollas Community and distressed veterans and/or family members)

Paying a traffic ticket in Panama City isn't as "scary" as you may think. If you live outside of Panama City in the Cocle Province, you do not have to drive all the way into Panama City to take care of it. The closest ATTT (Autoridad de Transporte Terrestre something..) is in La Chorrera. The phone number is 244-3266.



The ATTT office is VERY easy to locate: as you enter La Chorerra, pass the Accel gas on your right, and as you come to the Texaco gas on your left, (NOT the one on the right) make the left. It's behind and to the left (west) of the Texaco pumps. Go inside, and go to the CAJA window. Present your ticket, and you will be asked for a Cedula, Passport or Nacional Driver's License. The attendant will ask if you are the owner of the vehicle ticketed, and put either your name (if it's not your car) or the plate number (if it is your car) in. He then has all the information on you in Panama: License status/previous tickets/outstanding tickets/passport status and registration status. The fine is only ten dollars for the summons. It was my first and I don't know if subsequent ones are more. I asked what would happen if you didn't answer the ticket. He told me there was a 10% increase in the fine per thirty days, and your registration will be blocked upon renewal date, you could expect problems at customs, then ultimately, if you are stopped by the policia, you can/will be arrested. The computer system is amazingly effective and thorough, and the local policia have hand-held versions.

The entire process took less than five minutes. So, if you get ticketed, don't just toss it, thinking it's too much trouble. You have thirty days to pay it, and the consequences of not paying it sound grim.

Prepaid cards for Panama’s Metro Bus system went on sale Monday, Jan 30,2012.



Daniel Guerra, manager of the new payment system for Metro Bus, said there are about 600 charging stations in grocery stores and 400 distributed in supermarkets, pharmacies and shopping centers in Panama City.

Prepaid cards cost from $2 to $50 while the minimum charge is 50 cents. The new system  for residents and tourists kicks in on February 15,2012. No card, No ride!

La Chorera is hosting their International Fair from January 18th to the 29th.  Open all day and in the evenings.


This fair has a lot going on!  Busy little streets full of stalls offering everything from food to jewelry, hand made sandals, pots, pans and quite a few novelties.  Naturally there would be ponies to ride and a few animals to check out in the agricultural area.   A little further away, there is the flower section where you can buy anything from orchids to herbs.  Even the National Borders Guards were on hand to show off their jeeps and uniforms.