Loíza

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Loíza…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Loíza, Puerto Rico can you recom…

Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Loíza, Puerto Rico: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your sugge…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Loíza, Puerto Rico when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Loíza, Puerto Rico? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

According to some sources, its name comes from a female cacique, named Loaíza or Yuíza, who governed the region formerly called Haimanio, on the shores of the Río Grande de Loíza. It is said that this cacique might have…

Loíza (pronounced [loˈisa]) is a town and municipality on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico, located east of Carolina, west of Río Grande, and north of Canóvanas. An outer municipality within the San Juan metropolit…

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Island Harbour, Anguilla? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking …

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Island Harbour, Anguilla do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved h…

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Island Harbour, Anguilla, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from George Hill, Anguilla and tell us briefly where you took it!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from George Hill, Anguilla would you like to share this week? We look forward to yo…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in George Hill, Anguilla means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!