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Local News3 Nov

Mexican President Cancels Visit at Last Minute

The President was due to arrive in Mazatlán today to inaugurate the opening of the Presa Picachos dam project.

Local News1 Nov

Seniors and Children with Disabilities Given Financial Assistance

DIF and the Letty Coppel Foundation combine resources to help indigent seniors and disabled kids.

Local News29 Oct

Car Thefts in City On the Rise

An average of five vehicles are stolen in Mazatlán daily, some at gunpoint.

Local News29 Oct

Federal Tourism Secretary Says Visitors on the Rise

While attending a convention in Mazatlán, Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism has good news for the industry.

Local News28 Oct

Farmers in El Rosario Ask for More Security

Chili and tomato farmers in the El Rosario municipality have seen an alarming increase in thefts recently.

Local News28 Oct

The Case of the Missing Ménsulas

Several 100-year-old cantilevers went missing from the Pino Suarez Market after a fire earlier this year.

Local News25 Oct

Liquor License Permits Questioned

Despite promising to reduce liquor outlets, the present City Hall administration has approved an unprecedented 132 alcohol permits since coming into office.

Local News25 Oct

Another Cruise Line Cancels

Crystal Cruises’ cancellation of Mazatlán as a port of call will result in 12,600 fewer tourists helping the city´s economy.

Local News22 Oct

Six Earthquakes Registered in Sea of Cortez Yesterday

A 6.9 earthquake in the Sea of Cortez prompted Civil protection to evacuate public places in cities along the coast.

Local News22 Oct

Secretary of Tourism Offers Green Angels Escort

The Secretary of Tourism is taking a pro-active approach to allay tourists concerns of driving from the US/Mexico border.

Local News19 Oct

Turtle Protection Program Sees Best Results in 20 Years

The Aquarium’s Marine Turtle Conservation Program incubated and hatched 60,000 turtle eggs so far this season.

Local News19 Oct

Second Airport Taxi Confrontation on Hold until Friday

After a quiet year, confrontations between airport taxis and private transportation companies gear up again.

Local News15 Oct

Highway Security Still a Concern in Sinaloa

The Governor of Sinaloa and those of surrounding States plan a coordinated effort to provide security on highways.

Local News14 Oct

Renovations begin at the Plazuela Machado

Mazatlán’s most popular tourist spot will suffer for the next two months.

Local News14 Oct

The Passing of a Local Legend: Pulmonia Inventor Don Miquel Ramírez Urquijo

Where would Mazatlán be without the pulmonia, invented by a man of great character and determination?

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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.

by Eduardo Olivares A

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

  • 走私行贿两罪并罚 赖昌星一审判无期 - 金羊网 - 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
  • 《人民日報》指賴昌星被判無期是正義的伸張 - 商業電台 - 18 May 12
  • Regime forces fire on massive Syrian protests - ABC Online - 18 May 12
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RECENT COMMENTS

  • There are over Five Million Illiterate Mexicans

    18 May

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

  • City Police Chief Sought by Organized Crime Investigators

    18 May

    mike says: The cartels loose their power when the drugs are not illegal in the US of A, Just like prohibition, learn...

  • Meet Alwin A.A. van der Heiden, Nature Photographer

    18 May

    Judith says: Thanks for the great article about Alwin, Peter. Not only is Alwin a great talent and a dedicated environmentalist, but...

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READER POLL

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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    • Cuchupetas in Villa Union, THE Place for Seafood Lovers
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