Category: July 2024

July Highlights

Arturo Schomburg
Pastelón Puerto Rican Plantain Lasagna
63ra Feria Nacional de Artesanias de Barranquitas
Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade and Cultural Festival
Condado Tourism Zone in Puerto Rico
Hecho en Puerto Rico		 Festival de Santiago Apóstol Loiza
Mar y Rosa Restaurant Old San Juan
Guaynabo Puerto Rico – Capital del Deporte
Solar vs. Backup Generators in Puerto Rico’s Uncertain Grid
Interesting Facts about Puerto Rico
July Horoscopes
Puerto Rican Parrots

Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade and Cultural Festival

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Celebrating Culture, Preserving History A parade celebration of Puerto Rican arts and culture has been observed by Cleveland’s Puerto Ricans each summer since the late 60s. Its purpose has been to bring together the city’s residents and to educate the community about the rich Puerto Rican culture. The Puerto Rican Parade of Greater Cleveland carries a strong history of cultural awareness, pride, and education, led by a resilient community who’s love for their homeland, spirit of freedom, justice, and unity have never wavered.  After over 50 years, when the Parade’s founders first celebrated their…

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Solar vs. Backup Generators in Puerto Rico’s Uncertain Grid

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Since its privatization in 2021, LUMA Energy, Puerto Rico’s electric utility company, has faced scrutiny for frequent blackouts and rising electricity costs. This unreliable grid has pushed many residents to consider backup electric systems for their homes. Two main options emerge: solar power with battery storage and traditional backup generators. Each offers distinct advantages and disadvantages, requiring careful consideration for Puerto Rican homeowners. Solar Power with Battery Storage: A Sustainable Solution Solar panels paired with battery storage offer a compelling alternative to traditional backup generators. Here’s how they stack up:…

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