Collipulli chess players and local merchant recognized in Chile

Students from Collipulli achieved multiple podium finishes at a school chess tournament held at Colegio Pumahue in Temuco. In the Under 12 category, Matías Suabiabre Vásquez secured first place, while Sebastián Silva earned third place. In the Under 14 category, Maximiliano Alonso also achieved a third-place finish.

In a separate event in Santiago, the sixth edition of the 100 Líderes Mayores ceremony honored individuals aged 75 and older for their contributions to society. Among the distinguished recipients is Luis Sandoval Bascur, a 96-year-old merchant from Collipulli. The recognition, organized by Conecta Mayor UC, El Mercurio, and the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, highlighted achievements across categories including science, culture, economy, community labor, and sports.