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Local News17 May

City Police Chief Sought by Organized Crime Investigators

Local police and bodyguards scuffled with federal agents in the patio of the municipal building as feds attempted to detain City Police Chief Victor Manuel Zataráin Cedano.

Local News12 May

Warmer Weather Brings Jellyfish

The life guards are posting a white flag in the areas where jelly fish have been reported.

Local News12 May

City to build new Skate Park

The Mayor says the success of the skate park built on the Malecon has resulted in the need to build an additional one for the city.

Local News8 May

The Drought – Mazatlán and Surrounding Areas

According to the Sinaloa State Water Commission there are 433 communities in the state suffering from a shortage of water; affecting 115,753 people.

Local News7 May

Mazatlán’s Feral Pigeons

Feral pigeons in Mazatlán are causing serious damage to infrastructures such as the Cathedral and City Hall.

Local News4 May

Naval Commander Says Underground Viaducts a Ticking Time Bomb

Commander Héctor Mucharraz Brambila called on the municipality to warn homeowners of the dangers and check for illegal taps into gas lines.

Local News1 May

Cloned Debit Cards Hit Bank Customers

Reports of a spate of credit and debit card fraud over the weekend in Mazatlán began on local social network sites.

Local News28 Apr

Oralia Rice Blamed for Loss of Quicksilver Event

The president of the Mexican Federation of Surfing said the Secretary of Tourism minimized the importance of the event.

Local News27 Apr

Second Gas Leak Pours 150,000 Liters onto Streets

For the second time in ten days, illegal gas taps have flooded Mazatlán colonias.

Local News26 Apr

Mazatlán’s Water and its Rate Increase

Mazatlán’s Mayor, Alejandro Higuera Osuna, said Mazatlán will not run out of drinking water.

Local News25 Apr

Promoting Mazatlán as Secure is Throwing Money Away

Arturo Musi Ganem, at the presentation of the UAS study on economic damage caused by violence to south Sinaloa.

Local News21 Apr

Citizen Group Unites to Rescue Lighthouse on Creston Hill

With the goal of making El Crestón an eco-tourist site, the group plans a clean-up of the hill to mark Earth Day.

Local News21 Apr

UPDATED: Quicksilver Surfing Event Postponed

Citing lack of assistance in funding from the Secretary of Tourism, organizers are forced to postpone until August.

Local News20 Apr

Illegal Theft of Gas Forces Evacuation

Two gas leaks in the same colonia forced families from their homes and required the mobilization of civil protection agencies.

Local News18 Apr

Taxi Companies Must Pay for Unfair Competition Practices

Following a complaint brought by three private tour companies, taxi companies now face fines for monopolistic practices.

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THE DAY IN HISTORY

May 18, 1781: On this date the Inca José Gabriel Condorcanqui, known as "Tupac Amaru," was assassinated by the Spanish conquistadores.

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NATIONAL NEWS LINKS

  • Mexican presidential candidates mostly mute on drug wars – 17 May
  • Members of Mexican drug gang are convicted in San Diego killings – 17 May
  • Despite bribery probe, Wal-Mart profit jumps 10.1% – 17 May
  • Generals Held in Drug Inquiry – 17 May
  • Migrants’ Rights Activist Is Leaving Mexico – 17 May
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS LINKS

  • 賴昌星囚終身 財產充公 - 香港新浪網 - 18 May 12
  • Rising Greek Political Star, Foe of Austerity, Puts Europe on Edge - New York Times - 18 May 12
  • Chicago Protests Draw Thousands Before NATO Event - New York Times - 18 May 12
  • Regime forces fire on massive Syrian protests - ABC Online - 18 May 12
  • Heading Into Talks With Iran, US Sees Hopeful Signs - New York Times - 18 May 12
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RECENT COMMENTS

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    Qualicumbob says: Mike, if you would check out statistics you would find that Mexico has a drug problem equal to that of...

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    Jack says: They are misleading themselves; what a shame.

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If you could choose just one, what would be your favourite food in Mazatlán?

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  • PREVIOUS POLL

    The 2nd Annual Quicksilver surfing contest was postponed because organizers say they received no financial help from the tourism department. Should the State sponsor tourism events in Mazatlan?

    • Yes, they bring tourists and money. (55%, 46 Votes)
    • Depends on the event. (23%, 19 Votes)
    • No, they should be privately sponsored. (10%, 8 Votes)
    • Depends on government resources. (8%, 7 Votes)
    • Have no opinion. (4%, 3 Votes)

    Total Voters: 83

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