What do Cuencanos think about expats? Dog torture investigated; Senior center opens‏

What do Ecuadorians think about Cuenca's expats?

In 2009, University of Cuenca student Silvia

Lara surveyed 100 Cuencanos about their impressions of North American expats moving to Cuenca. Six years later, Lara, who is now studying international law in London, revisits the question. Although she says that Cuencanos generally have very positive views of expats and their impact on the city, they also have some complaints.

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Was it dog torture or just a 'terrible misunderstanding'

When a picture of a dog being dragged behind a car in Tosagua went viral on social media, it sparked outrage not only in Ecuador but around the world. President Rafael Correa, among others, demanded that the perpetrators be punished to the full extent of the law. Those responsible, identified on Wednesday, say it was a "terrible misunderstanding." Authorities continue the investigation. 

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Mayor inaugurates Cuenca's first free senior day care center; city plans to build eight in neighborhoods around the city

On Sunday, Cuenca Mayor Marcelo Cabrera opened the first of eight senior centers in the El Vergel neighborhood. Called El Hogar del Abuelos, the center will provide day care service for ambulatory seniors.

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