MH (2011) On December 12th, the day of the Virgen de Guadalupe, also known as our Señora of Guadalupe, is celebrated across Mexico. She is the Mexican representation of the Virgin Mary and whose sanctuary may be found in the Basilica of Guadalupe in the northern part of Mexico City. According to legend, la Virgen de […]
By MoKa Hammeken (Reprinted from Dec. 2012) Both jokingly and in all seriousness, you can begin to hear voices talk about the famous marathon that has the entire Mexican community worked up, particularly now that running is a hot trend: it’s the Guadalupe – Reyes Marathon (a.k.a. Lupe-Reyes). And no, it’s not a marathon in […]
Puerto Peñasco launches construction of Cruise Ship Home Port By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero “We have reached the point of no turning back. The Home Port in Puerto Peñasco is a reality,” explained Javier Tapia Camou, Coordinator of the Sonoran Commission for the Promotion of Tourism (COFETUR), during an informative meeting held shortly after the project’s groundbreaking […]
Celebrations to honor Virgen de Guadalupe By Azucena Mazón Festivities to celebrate Mexico’s patron saint, la Virgen de Guadalupe, began on December first with nightly pilgrimages through town. These will culminate on December 12th with the participation of various sectors of the community who prepare a float and walk along the main streets of town […]
Gala Invierno Puerto Peñasco 2013 For the first time, opera soprano Rocio Olalde will be visiting Puerto Peñasco direct from Sweden to present both opera and boleros on the evening of Saturday, Dec. 28th at 8 p.m. in the Municipal Civic Auditorium “C.P. Gerardo Portugal Martines” (across from City Hall). Olaldo will be accompanied by […]
By Azucena Mazon For the first time in the history of Puerto Peñasco, the entire Nutcracker ballet will come to life as represented by students from Destiny Dance Academy. The fantasy Christmas Eve story, complete with colorful characters, will be presented on December 14th at the Municipal Civic Auditorium by students under the instruction of […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero For the fifth consecutive year, Christmas melodies and a wide repertoire of music rang out during the Music Academy’s Christmas concert held Friday, December 5th at Hotel Peñasco del sol. The evening began with a group of tin soldiers, or rather the Marching Band from Cet Mar #14, who rather than marching […]
On the evening of Friday, December 6th, the Puerto Peñasco Architects Association (Colegio de Arquitectos Rocaportenses, A.C.) swore in new board members for the 2013-2015 cycle. Members of the association, along with invited guests, first heard words from exiting Colegio president Arq. Pedro Lasso Martinez. Arq. Lasso remarked upon a number of highlights from his […]
The year is winding down. The days are getting chilly and evidence of the holiday season has begun to pop up around the city. Plaza de la Madre near the baseball stadium already has a crèche scene set up, replete with a stable and animals, and Christmas trees can be found across plazas and in […]
City Press Release The City of Gila Bend, AZ, in coordination with a group of Gila Bend residents, recently presented the local Office on Integral Family Development (DIF) with a check for $6000 US. With a group of Gila Bend residents on hand, Mayor Steven Holt along with his wife Mrs. Julie Holt, made the […]
City Press Release City Council authorizes agreement with State Government for transfer of nearly 30 million pesos As part of road modernization work, the Puerto Peñasco City Council has unanimously approved road work for Blvd. Samuel Ocaña from the stretch between Benito Juárez and Juan Escutia. This forms part of the city’s comprehensive urbanization plan. […]
City Press Release Puerto Peñasco Mayor Gerardo Figueroa Zazueta recently met with Mayors of Yuma, Somerton and San Luis, Arizona in what was considered a historic meeting. The Mayors analyzed various topics concerning how to strengthen the region of Puerto Peñasco with the various municipalities located in the southern part of Arizona. At the meeting, […]
City Press Release With the goal of strengthening collaborative ties with the municipal administration of Puerto Peñasco Mayor Gerardo Figueroa Zazueta, the U.S. General Consul in Nogales Chad P. Cummins met with City authorities on Nov. 21st. On behalf of the Mayor, City Secretary Oscar Villavicencio Lubbert welcomed the U.S. diplomat and those accompanying him […]
Work begins to expand Blvd. Juarez to 6 lanes By Azucena Mazón With a symbolic waving of the flag to launch construction work, on Nov. 18th Puerto Peñasco Mayor Gerardo Figueroa marked the beginning of demolition and paving work along the main boulevard entering Puerto Peñasco. The project is also to include work on sewer […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero From November 7th – 10th, the traditional Rocky Point Rally took to the streets of Puerto Peñasco. Thirteen proved to be a lucky number overall for this year’s rally as it was the Rally’s 13th year, in 2013, and we all waited with abated breath to see if Calle 13 would be […]
