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National News26 Mar

Quick National News

Quick National News of tortas, adultery and solar systems.

Local News25 Mar

Bus Drivers’ Protest Leaves Passengers Stranded

Concerned over their safety, bus drivers in Mazatlán held a work stoppage yesterday while they met with the Municipal Director of Public Security.

Local News24 Mar

Lack of Lighting in Plazuela Zaragoza Invites Problems

Delinquents hanging around the park and the lack of lighting are blamed for a series of assaults in the newly renovated Plazuela.

Local News24 Mar

New Roundabout Relieves Traffic Congestion

A roundabout at the busy and dangerous intersection of Av. Leonismo Internacional and de los Deportes will ease congestion.

Local News23 Mar

UPDATED: Policeman Killed in Gun Battle Car Chase

Following a report of an attempted kidnapping, police sped after the fleeing assailants which turned into a gun battle.

Local News22 Mar

Shrimp Season ends in Violence

With shrimp season closing tomorrow, two trawlers returned to Mazatlán with empty holds thanks to theft on the high seas.

Local News21 Mar

Warm Temperatures Leave Fishermen Without a Catch

Bad news for fishermen, good news for ceviche lovers: chiwil is the only species appearing in nets.

Local News21 Mar

Bodega Fire Forces Closure of Highway

A warehouse on the Carretera Internacional 15 used to store flammable material went up in flames yesterday morning.

Local News19 Mar

Oceanside Condo Projects Block Beach Access

Where once there was ample access, the introduction of mega condo projects has blocked traditional pedestrian thoroughfares to Cerritos beach.

Local News19 Mar

Aquarium’s Shark Tank Morphs into a Dolphin Tank

What was originally planned to be the largest shark display in Latin America will now be home to dolphins.

Local News18 Mar

Corn Prices Sky Rocket, Tortillas Cost More

The price of corn rose 1,400 pesos per ton this week, affecting all flour products including the staple of the Mexican diet, tortillas.

Local News17 Mar

Employment a Major Concern for the City, says Mayor

Employment has dropped, says the Mayor, and he doesn’t foresee it getting better in the short run.

Local News15 Mar

Vendors Say Taxes, not Security, Reason for Cruise Ship Cancellations

Members of beach vendor syndicates marched to the offices of the Secretary of Tourism this morning.

Local News11 Mar

Women’s Rights Lawyer says Culture Works Against Them

A discouraging number of domestic abuse complaints are dropped because of socio-cultural pressures.

Local News11 Mar

Mayor Suggests Designated Party Area for Semana Santa Revelers

Conscious of security, the Mayor floats an idea to provide a cordoned area in the Zona Dorada or La Marina for party goers.

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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 - 金融界 - 18 May 12
  • تظاهرات حاشدة في «جمعة أبطال حلب» ودوي انفجارات يهز ريف دمشق - iraq 4 all news - 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
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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

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

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    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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