City Press Release The local DIF, presided over by Rafaela Félix de Figueroa, along with the “Caring Hearts” Foundation, have joined efforts to bring about this social project. The International Caring Hearts Foundation, in coordination with the local office on Integral Family Development (DIF), have announced construction on a hemodialysis unit for the city is […]
Staff from the United States Consulate General in Nogales, Mexico will be holding a town hall meeting for U.S. citizens living in the Puerto Peñasco community. What: Town Hall Meeting Where: Penasco del Sol Hotel When: Thursday, Nov. 21st from 5:00pm to 6:00pm Who: All U.S. citizens and their families are welcome […]
By MoKa Hammeken Reprinted from 2011 November 20th is certainly a much celebrated holiday throughout the entire Mexican Republic, more than anything due to the anticipated “long weekend” (bridge in Spanish – since Monday 11/18/2013 will be a day off). This is a time to honor the revolution, liberty and country by helping the economy […]
Can I bring a turkey to Mexico? Or …What food can I bring to Rocky Point, version Nov. 2013 By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero The time has come once again when everyone begins to wonder about bringing turkeys or other holiday favorites to Mexico. Before we begin, please keep in mind frozen turkeys and holiday hams are […]
The rumbling roar of motorcycles rolling through town last week has pretty much subsided. Rocky Point 360 was a proud sponsor of this year’s Rocky Point Rally! Reports are there were approximately 5500 to 6000 bikes in town, and the local Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCV) details with both the rally and other events around […]
City Press Release As of November 19th, remodeling work to broaden Blvd. Benito Juarez is set to begin, stretching from No Reelección to Etiquio Amador through an investment of 66 million pesos. Engineer Heberto Reyna Orozco, Director of Urban Development, Public Projects, and Ecology explained the road paving and modernization work of this main artery […]
City Press Release On Tuesday, Nov. 12th, the new road leading to La Cholla (from the curios market toward the Convention Center) was set to open up to traffic. This comes following conclusion of work on the first phase of paving this very important road with hydraulic concrete. Engineer Heberto Reyna Orozco, Director of Urban […]
First Buen Fin Expo planned for Nov. 16th City Press Release The City of Puerto Peñasco, through the Office of Planning and Economic Development and in coordination with the local chapter of the National Chamber of Commerce (CANACO), will hold the first “Expo Buen Fin*” this Saturday, Nov. 16th at Plaza a la Madre. Organized […]
The 13th edition of the Rocky Point Rally welcomed around 6000 bikes to the area! Save the date for 2014!! 14th Rocky Point Rally Nov. 6 – 9, 2014!!
Rocky Point X, Funkalicious’ Fall beach volleyball tournament was held at Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort this past weekend. In the middle of the bike rally rumble, 400 players traveled to the beach to join the Funkalicious crew and have fun over a beautiful weekend by the beach! Stay tuned to our calendar for […]
Police Commissioner reports five accidents over the weekend resulted in three injuries Press Release Security measures implemented by Puerto Peñasco Police Commissioner Luis Manuel Lugo Durón helped to ensure no deadly incidents during the 13th edition of the Rocky Point Rally, held from Nov. 7th – 10th. A report from the Public Municipal Safety Office […]
November is upon us and we’re revving up for the 13th edition of the Rocky Point Rally! Looking off the streets and out to the beach, however, we can see it’s not all about bikes this weekend as there will be bikini bods taking over 26 sand volleyball courts at Las Palomas for Rocky Point […]
By Azucena Mazón With the goal of providing safety for Rocky Point Rally visitors and locals alike, while preventing road accidents over coming days, as of Thursday, Nov. 7th, a safety operative will go into effect with the participation of members from Municipal Public Safety, the Fire Department, Red Cross, and rescue groups. As in […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero It’s Friday night in Puerto Peñasco and less than a week away from the 13th Annual Rocky Point Rally. The streets seem calm tonight though a faint rumble already echoes over the sea as early arrivals start to stream into town. Expectations are high as the Rocky Point Rally enters its teenage […]
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero The Rolling Rockies Wheelchair Basketball recently wrapped up their first full season of play with the Sonoran Wheelchair Basketball League, bringing back a 2nd place overall trophy after coming in just behind the powerful HEAT crew of Nogales. On October 29th, during a brief ceremony held at Puerto Peñasco’s Municipal Gym, the […]
By Azucena Mazon A plaque commemorating the Pinacate Biosphere Reserve and Grand Desert of Altar as a UNESCO World Heritage Site was unveiled on Wednesday, Oct. 31st at the main entrance to the Schuk Toak Visitors Center. The plaque unveiling was done by Sonora Governor Guillermo Padrés, along with Mexico’s Secretary of the Environment and […]