Streets given names of prominent citizens.
By: José Antonio Pérez

The Partial Plan for Growth Development for the La Cholla area was approved by the full City Council during its 27th regular session.
In the meeting, it was also agreed to assign the name of prominent citizens to three streets of this city, in light of a specific petition that had reached the governing body.
After the City Council meeting, City Secretary Fausto Murrieta Ochoa stated the local government will incorporate this important community into the City’s Urban Improvement Plan through the Partial Growth Plan for La Cholla.
With this measure, he stated, the local administration will have the ability to regulate projects and construction in this major recreational area. Read more…

At the entrance to Puerto Peñasco, on the drive in from Sonoyta, in a building measuring approximately 700 to 800 meters, resides the Rocky Medical Center and Spa. The clinic’s infrastructure is quite astounding and the center offers a comprehensive health program in a fully secured area, with round the clock surveillance. In addition, the center provides ample parking and first class facilities. As one enters and stands in the reception area, the highest standards of professionalism and tidiness designed into the medical center can be instantly perceived. While the center focuses on cosmetology, it offers services in a variety of specialties including surgery, anesthesia, orthopedic services, plastic surgery, and internal medicine. In addition, the center is set to begin services focused on oncology, gynecology, and ear, nose and throat specialists. The center fully meets the expectations of a new era for Puerto Peñasco. Yet, let us allow Griselda Esquivel, administrative manager of the center, tell us about the services they offer. Read more…

By: José Antonio Pérez

Puerto Peñasco remains free of any cases of the recent AH1N1 flu, though 30 cases have been confirmed in other parts of Sonora. However, stated José Julio Chávez León, head of local medical coordination for the Secretary of Health, it is necessary to keep our guard up and maintain preventive measures.
Chávez León remarked that analysis done up to now has confirmed two cases of seasonal flu in the area and one type B case, each of these already well known and easy to control.
He indicated though these patients have been taken care of in a timely manner, it is of the utmost importance for the community to continue adhering to recommendations regarding constant hygiene including refraining from using kisses or handshakes for greetings, among other steps, as cases of AH1N1 continue to be present both in Sonora as in other parts of the country. Read more…

By REMAX

“Because your time is valuable” we, the RE/MAX Legacy team want to give you the best service possible, “service with integrity” from start to finish is our core value. RE/MAX Legacy is your partner in pursuing the opportunity to build your real estate portfolio and live your dream one property at a time.
RE/MAX Legacy is a family owned business and our team is an extension of our family. We have owned a home in Rocky Point for 30 years and have had the franchise as a family business for almost 5. Prior to opening RE/MAX Legacy we visited Rocky Point for long week-ends and holiday vacations enjoying the sea and sand, authentic Spanish tacos, fresh fish and so much more with our family and friends. We have special memories watching our children and grandchildren grow up by the seashore in Rocky Point. We, Grant, Judy, Grant and Branden formulated the plan to open our “Legacy” sitting around a kitchen table in October 2004. We all shared “why” we wanted to do it and from there knew the “how” would come. Read more…

The Larry D. Large Foundation held their Sixth Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at the Hacienda Las Fuentes Restaurant. Though held in a new location, the event was a resounding success as many people, despite the current economic crisis, were in attendance and made welcome donations. We would like to thank all of the sponsors, attendees, live auction bidders (they had a blast!!), the many volunteers, and of course the people who bought drink tickets. We could not have raised the money we did without you. It looks like we will net a little over 24,000 dlls There were over 200 people in attendance at the event and everyone had a wonderful time.

Tab Gray helped emcee the event while the Riband, with Antonio Mosqueda, supplied the music. Local community members at the event included Miguel Guevara and Mary Snyder from the Puerta Privada development, PAN mayoral candidate Alejandro Zepeda, Alejandro Portugal and family, local airport commander Alejandro Rangel, and many, many more. All took part in the delicious dishes prepared for the event by the host restaurant, Hacienda Las Fuentes. Read more…

Nearly no incidence of poachers.
By: José Antonio Pérez

There have been practically no incidences of poachers detected to date in this region, implying positive results from the inspection and vigilance campaign during the off-season for shrimping, affirmed Mateo López León, president of the local office of the National Chamber of the Fishing Industry (CANAINPES).
After just over a month since the prohibition of fishing for the so-called “pink gold” began, López León considered that once again the three marine camps installed at El Desemboque and El Tornillal are functioning adequately, along with the land routes, with the support of the Naval Sector and federal inspectors.
He pointed out that again the coordination of forces is producing favorable results to guarantee good production next season. However, he highlighted, it is important to not let the guard down in order to prevent surprises. Read more…

Monitoring Changes in Wetlands of the Northern Gulf of California.
By: José Antonio Pérez

A project undertaken to better understand how the estuaries of the Northern Gulf of California have changed over time was recently awarded a prize in Marine Environment and Marine Ecological History by the Marine Conservation Biology Institute.
A recent press release announced that the project of the Intercultural Center for Study of Deserts and Oceans, A.C. (CEDO) had won the prize in memory of Mia J. Tegner.
Among the results of this project, it has been shown that the number of species found in the wetlands has diminished over time, that fishermen report catching 27 species of commercial importance, that species such as the turtle have ceased to use these sites for feeding and that La Salina is the most important wetland in the region. Read more…

Seeking to reverse negative impacts of flu and safety concerns.
By: José Antonio Pérez

In Puerto Peñasco, as in other tourism destinations throughout the country, the negative impact caused recently by the flu epidemic and security concerns can be seen and felt. In light of these events, the city’s Convention and Visitors’ Bureau (OCV) is seeking to rethink campaigns focused on promoting tourism to the area in order to address the impact these issues have had.
During a press conference, OCV President Oscar Palacio Soto stated the decrease in tourism has been primarily felt from the foreign market, and therefore they will need to cut back on funds for national campaigns in order to focus more efforts on international efforts. Read more…

Plan to revamp city streets and guarantee water supply for five years.
By: José Antonio Pérez

Resources of nearly 100 million pesos from the Sonora Project Plan and the Río Colorado Bridge Trust will be put to work, prior to the close of the current administration, through coordinated actions of the state and municipal government, reported Marco David Rangel López, director of Municipal Public Works.
Rangel López indicated that said investment of 94.966 million pesos would be put towards improving the image of the city’s principal boulevards and guaranteeing the water supply for the next five years, as well as highlighting the coastal highway and the new international airport.
The municipal official detailed through the Sonora Project Plan it would be possible to renovate the Puerto Peñasco highway, paving of the shoulders located at the access area towards Read more…

Movement of drugs by sea is minimal
By: José Antonio Pérez

The Gulf of California has been kept practically sealed by the 4th Naval District, which has made it possible to inhibit actions of drug-traffickers in the Upper Gulf of California, stated the commander of the Naval Military Sector of Puerto Peñasco, Víctor Manuel Gamboa Carballo.
The commander affirmed that personnel of this detachment of the Mexican Navy constantly patrol the entire region and, so far this year, minimal drug-trafficking activity has been detected.
He stated the work, done in coordination with the National Defense Secretary and the Federal Preventative Police, is aimed at maintaining surveillance over the region, principally along the coasts, more so than fighting against drug-traffickers. Read more…

First phase of A Paso Firme program delivers.
By: José Antonio Pérez

With the goal that all homes of Puerto Peñasco have concrete floors, the first phase of support for the program A Paso Firme (With Firm Strides) was delivered recently. This phase of the program aims to replace dirt floors in 400 homes, benefiting an equal number of families.
The delivery of the material took place before an audience that filled the municipal auditorium. Materials included sand and cement, representing an investment of 1.332 million pesos from a mixture of funds from the three levels of government.
Mrs. Antonia Sauceda was the first of a dozen who symbolically received vouchers for the acquisition of material that will allow them to bid farewell to dirt floors along with the Read more…

By: José Antonio Pérez

A new realm of opportunities recently opened up for the 57 members of the Colegio de Arquitectos Rocaportenses, A.C. (Rocky Point Association of Architects) upon receiving registry of official recognition as an organization of professionals in their field from the Secretary of Education and Culture (SEC).
In a ceremony held before approximately half of the active members, Lizeth Burgos Villaescusa, director of Professional Organizations for the SEC, presented the document accrediting the local organization as a recognized group by the educational authorities of Sonora.
Wilfredo Montenegro Sánchez, president of the Rocky Point Association of Architects, affirmed the group had lacked official representation for quite some time. This, he pointed out, Read more…

THANKS TO SOLIDARITY OF PUERTO PENASCO COMMUNITY.
By: José Antonio Pérez

After an intense 32 days, the Mexican Red Cross of Puerto Peñasco achieved its goal for the 2009 Annual Collection, raising $251,028 pesos.
Antonio Mendívil García, President of the local Red Cross Board, reported that thanks to the constant generosity of the community, donations from officials and the city council of Puerto Peñasco, as well as from the Naval sector and local businesses, for the first time under his management they were able to reach the goal set by the State Delegation.
“We are very happy with the response and very much appreciate those who were involved as well as the invaluable help from the media who helped make people aware of the progress of the Collection. Read more…

June 1 event to be substituted with expo and community celebration.
By: José Antonio Pérez

The 2009 festivities surrounding the traditional Marine Day fair, which has been held in the city since 1995, have been cancelled due to repercussions stemming from the recent flu health alert, confirmed the director of the Business Professionals Women’s Club.
During a press conference, the president noted that in lieu of the traditional 15 day event surrounding Marine Day (June 1st), this will be replaced with an expo and community celebration to be held in the Founders Malecón in the Old Port from May 29 - June 1. Read more…

By: José Antonio Pérez

Young students enrolled in the Master’s of Tourist Business Administration at the Superior Technological Institute of Puerto Peñasco (ITSPP) are currently undertaking a study on Hospitality Management with the objective of contributing to programs and actions of the local government, and the entire community, as a way to attract more tourism.
Progress on the investigation, as well as a compiled portfolio of local tourist services prepared by the group of professionals from the ITSPP, were recently delivered to the local government.
On behalf of Mayor Heriberto Rentería Sánchez, Alejandro Verdugo Angulo received the document from the students who are enthusiastic about improvements in the quality of hospitality and services in Puerto Peñasco. Read more…

Looking to underscore tranquility at prison.
By: José Antonio Pérez

Guaranteeing the tranquility that has characterized the local Social Rehabilitation Center (Cereso) since its founding in 2003 is the objective of measures now being taken to minimize the effects of the heat on the internal population, revealed Eduardo René Cortés Morales, Cereso director.
The director stated that though the heat just started, the effects of the temperatures among the internal population have been minimal, and there have not been any occurrences of grave problems so far.
He specified the water supply is sufficient for the necessities of the nearly 300 prisoners. However, he added, measures have been taken in order to make its use efficient and avoid wastefulness precisely so that there are no shortages, in addition to guaranteeing they have ventilation and recreational and entertainment activities. Read more…

Seeking comprehensive care.
By: José Antonio Pérez

On May 27th, the “Rocky Point Beauty Platform” set out to help raise funds to begin construction in Puerto Peñasco of a temporary shelter for young adults.
At least 500 stylists from throughout Sonora gathered for the event, for a demonstration on five working platforms. This gathering was an unprecedented event for the city, both socially and culturally speaking.
Carlos Vera, organizer of the “Beauty Platform” event, explained that with this event Sonora is working to break down expectations. He noted the objective is to assure that no one misses out and that everyone wins, particularly Peñasco and its stylists. Read more…

Writer and journalist Amaranto Celaya presents talk
By: José Antonio Pérez

For the sake of promoting an interest ion and the practice of reading, in addition to literary creation in young people, the students of the Colegio de Bachilleres of the State of Sonora (COBACH) campus in Puerto Peñasco recently participated in a talk led by local journalist and Sonoran writer, Amaranto Celaya Celaya.
A press bulletin stated that fourth semester students of the literature II course gathered at the modern facilities of the Superior Technological Institute of Puerto Peñasco, which was the venue for this event.
Celaya Celaya, who is also president of the Pro-construction of the Historic Museum of Puerto Peñasco Association was in charge of offering an interesting talk in which he stimulated interest in investigating and analyzing moral, ethical and historical values as the source of the creative process. Read more…

Resources from the first COBACH raffle boost investment.
By: José Antonio Pérez

At least seven media classrooms will be constructed at the local campus of the Colegio de Bachilleres (COBACH) as a result of earnings from the first great raffle of the institution. The first prize from the raffle was awarded here in Peñasco, stated Aidé Yaracet Verduzco Villalobos, director of the COBACH Peñasco.
She specified that the results of this raffle were very satisfactory and will benefit first semester students during a first phase, as the media rooms will be set up for entering students.
She highlighted that the first prize of the great statewide COBACH raffle, a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, was won by a Peñasco man Gabriel Iván Ontiveros, with number 63435. Read more…

By: José Antonio Pérez

The local offices on Integral Family Development (DIF) received a donation consisting of 200 pairs of tennis shoes, 500 pieces of clothing, toys, and 20 grocery boxes from the Las Palomas tourist complex following their recent triathlon event.
Minerva Ramírez de Rentería, president of the local DIF, accompanied by office director Samuel Ortega Castro, welcomed the donation presented by Maritza Hernández, special events manager of Las Palomas, once again demonstrating their support in helping the community. Read more…