State Press Release: Given its enviable geographic location, as of 2015 Puerto Peñasco will become the first Home Port in Mexico, and one of the most modern across Latin America. This will consolidate the cruise industry within the Sea of Cortes, assures Javier Tapia Camou, Coordinator of the State Commission for Tourism Promotion (COFETUR). Given […]
City Press Release Harold McKamich, international President of the “Caring Hearts” Foundation of Pittsburch, PA, along with local DIF President Mrs. Rafaela Félix de Figueroa, recently reviewed progress on construction of the new Hemodialysis Unit, which is about 30% complete. With Caring Hearts members on hand, who are also working hands-on with the construction, and […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero One thing is sure about Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers, they never just put on a concert when they come to town…but rather a whole experience. The next full experience is coming up Jan. 24th & 25th, with stages from Sandy Beach to Cholla Bay set to welcome January Jam VII. This […]
By Azucena Mazón The Hermosillo – Puerto Peñasco – Las Vegas flight route of Aeroméxico will be suspended for about three months, period which historically has been a lower tourism season for the area, remarked Puerto Peñasco Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) President Héctor Vásquez del Mercado. As of January 9th, after consulting with the […]
State Press Release: Sonora Governor Guillermo Padrés announces he’ll be visiting Puerto Peñasco in coming days to supervise work on the Home Port, work on which is already underway. He notes the project will benefit not just this municipality but other points within the Sea of Cortez, including Guaymas. The Puerto Peñasco Home Port, he […]
By Azucena Mazón Rescuing part of Puerto Peñasco’s roots, while presenting both residents and visitors with reminders of the city’s origins, is the goal behind building a “Fish Monument” at the intersection of Calle 13 and Blvd. Benito Juárez. The figure, which will be placed on the structure currently under construction as part of work […]
By Azucena Mazón Founded in 1957, La Cita Café has been a place where fishermen, doctors, business leaders, and Puerto Peñasco natives have taken time to delight in dishes prepared as if they were made at home. After living in Puerto Peñasco for 7 years following her arrival from Puebla where she first worked as […]
Excerpt City Press Release: Efficiency in trash collection services, as well as addressing issues at the city dump, are two areas that have been achieved through the public-private alliance between the City and the company Tecmed, indicates Carlos Decina Torres, Director of the Office for the Comprehensive Management of Municipal Sanitation Services (OOMISLIM). “After approximately […]
Contributor: Rick Busa The Youth Sports Foundation (YSF) of Puerto Peñasco announces its 5th annual Major League Coaches Clinic. The event will begin Jan. 17th, 2014 with the arrival of major league coaches, concluding on Jan. 19th. The Foundation is looking for sponsors and accepting donated items to help further the foundation’s work. All proceeds go to The […]
En un giro extraño, de esos que da la vida, Luis se vio envuelto en traer a David Aguilar en concierto a Peñasco. La idea original parecía ser algo pequeño y amistoso para apoyar a su amigo en su nuevo gran proyecto, pero al hablar con David surgió esta idea que habría de beneficiarle, sobretodo […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero From approximately January through early April, when looking out from Puerto Peñasco over the Sea of Cortez one may find themselves spotting a spout or two during whale watching season. Last year, February sightings of whales nearby offered a wealth of spectacular photographs and stories of adventure. We have learned sightings in […]
By Azucena Mazón According to 2013 statistics from the Puerto Peñasco Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV), which reflect an 8% increase over tourism numbers in 2012, local businesses believe 2014 could point to visitor numbers similar to that of 2008 or 2009. Oscar Palacio Soto, representative from the local Hotel sector, forecasts 2014 numbers similar […]
CONVOCATORIA AL CONCURSO POR EL RECONOCIMIENTO AL DESEMPEÑO ARTISTICO 2013 For a second year in a row, Eddie Wharez® Diseños Casa y Jardín has launched a call for nominations for the “Eddie Awards” to recognize artistic talent in 2013. The first “Eddies” were held in January of 2012, with both a Lifetime and Open category […]
State Press Release. Dec. 2013 (excerpt) With the goal of strengthening binational relationships and seeking development opportunities in the border region, the 54th Plenary Session of the Sonora- Arizona Commission will take place at the beginning of 2014, reported Executive State Technical Secretary Luis Erasmo Terán Balaguer. “We have tremendous expectations for both regions in […]
Here’s a taste of some of the activities and events in Puerto Peñasco during 2013! Viva Rocky Point! Canción a Puerto Peñasco, written and performed by Rafael Lara. Un montón de estrellas, performed by Agua de Coco.
Contributor: Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers It’s time for the annual Jan Jam in Rocky Point on Jan 24th & 25th! Friday night’s show will open at 8pm with Jim Dalton & The Lawbreakers which includes PH, Nick and Harley Husbands from Shurman. Then RCPM take the stage for a set of all cover songs…a first! […]