New organization formed by local property and business owners will publicize Rocky Point’s amenities, activities, and culture Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico (February 6, 2020) – A new organization has formed to promote travel and leisure in Puerto Peñasco, Mexico, commonly known in the United States as Rocky Point. The Peñasco Business Coalition was founded by […]
By José Antonio Pérez The Executive Director of the Intercultural Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans (CEDO), Nelida Barajas Acosta, detailed the launch of an Environmental Education program this year, which seeks to educate Puerto Peñasco students on progress made in sustainability during CEDO’s 40 years of work in the region. Together with […]
On Feb. 1st, the local Rotary Club teamed up once again with the Mermaid’s Market for the 3rd Annual “Fish Bowl” Seafood Festival at Shrimp Park. The spectacular weather welcomed locals and visitors alike to a great day in the park to enjoy culinary treats, the arts, music, raffle prizes, and fun! Proceeds from this […]
The City of Puerto Peñasco, via the Carnaval Viva Peñasco – Fiesta y Cultura 2020 organizing Committee, is receiving entries for this year’s Carnaval to be held Feb. 28th – March 1st. Organizations, public and private groups, along with cultural and educational institutions, and the community in general is invited to participate: Group & Float […]
By José Antonio Pérez Despite being prohibited on the beach, there has been a 700% increase in campfires along the shore, reported Luis César García González, Federal Maritime Land Zone Coordinator (ZOFEMAT). Those lighting campfires on the beach can be subject to fines. The ZOFEMAT coordinator noted the increase in campfires is possibly due to […]
Join us for the 12th anniversary of our traditional golf tournament and have fun! Cost: $90 usdFormat: 2 men scramble Shot gun at 10:00 am* Trophies for the first three places.* Prizes “closest to the pin” and “longest drive” * Hole in one prize: hole 16, EZ-GO TXT new golf cart Award ceremony, food and […]
By: Rick Busa, President Youth Sports Foundation of Puerto Peñasco The 2020 YSF Major League Coaches Clinic held on Saturday, January 25th in Puerto Peñasco was one of, if not the most successful clinics yet! The final count had over 150 kids in attendance, 9 coaches from the major leagues, and the teams that drove […]
The local Rotary Club along with the Mermaids Market once again invite everyone to come out this Saturday, Feb. 1st, for the 3rd Annual “Fish Bowl” Seafood Fest at Shrimp Park! This FUNdraiser, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., combines the talent of artists from the Mermaids Market with food, music, dance, raffle prizes, and […]
By José Antonio Pérez New parking meters in the malecón are meant to facilitate traffic through the Old Port and instill order, reports Municipal Secretary Terencio Gutiérrez Valenzuela. The 166 parking meters, installed along the Malecón Fundadores as well as Ave. Circunvalación, Primero de Junio, Zaragoza, Ulloa, and Alcántar, charge 17 pesos per hour. 20% […]
Puerto Peñasco, Sonora. January 15, 2020. – The city of Puerto Peñasco has provided taxpayers with the online site https://puertopenasco.gob.mx/ to facilitate payments including: property tax, water (OOMAPAS), and garbage collection (OOMISLIM). Officials remarked this should make the process easier and quicker as a variety of payments can be done online from any city, state, […]
FAOT (International Alfonso Ortiz Tirado Festival) returns to Puerto Peñasco with three presentations at the Gerardo Portugal Municipal Auditorium (across from City Hall), Jan. 20th – 22nd. Each evening’s presentation is scheduled @ 7 pm Entrance is free though reservations are encouraged (300 seat capacity) Reserve a space by visiting offices of Casa de la […]
Friday Jan. 17th 2 pm – 5 pm Will call @ Banditos 2 pm Andrew Leahey @Banditos Friday night @ Las Palomas (Wristband required/Indoors) SOLD OUT! 6 pm Doors open (parking near golf clubhouse and around Phase II) 7 pm Cruz Contreras Band 8:15 pm RCPM – The Cover Set 9:00 pm RCPM – Set […]
Municipal Treasurer Maritza Montijo Quintana invites all Puerto Peñasco residents/property owners to take advantage of discounts City Hall is offering on Property Tax payments if paid promptly. The city treasurer detailed the municipal treasury is offering a 20% discount on property taxes if payment is made in the month of January, 15% in February, and […]
By José Antonio Pérez OOMAPAS technical director Javier Franco Islas details the Municipal Water Office is offering a 15% discount for those who pay for the entire year in advance, and a 10% discount for those who cover the first semester of 2020. The office continues to provide several options and alternatives in fomenting a […]
(Tempe, AZ) Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers will kick off their 2020 Tour in Puerto Penasco, Sonora, Mexico at January Jam over MLK Weekend January 17-19, 2020. This will mark the 12th year of the event, which began with an impromptu invite on the band message board to a jam session on the patio of […]
Casago’s Human Resources Department collected toys for kids in need in the Rocky Point community Rocky Point, Sonora, Mexico (December 27, 2019) – After decades of doing business in the Rocky Point community in Sonora, Mexico, staff and executives at Scottsdale-based Casago know that there are many children in need who could use an extra […]