Author: Paco Ojeda

UnibusPV debuts a new electric city bus. How will the new parking meters work? Puerto Vallarta’s administration announces improvements to local beaches. Local timeshare companies are accused of fraud. The Municipal Sports Council rescues public spaces. PLUS: Three pics from my latest mundane errand run in Macroplaza.

A specific parking meter project for Emiliano Zapata is presented at City Hall. Puerto Vallarta is looking for volunteers to help protect sea turtles. Beachgoers disregard the swimming cautionary warnings. Exciting Islas Marías-related news. PLUS: Another Spanish Word of the Week for you to learn and use.

Another Tukilandia children’s playground was inaugurated. A section of the Malecón is closed due to remodeling; vendors protested, as expected. There will be no US military intervention in Mexico, President Sheinbaum clarified. PLUS: Yummy food-related updates, including a quick story behind Chiles en Nogada.

The Puerto Vallarta International Airport registers a slight passenger increase. Get ready for the Festival Palmarés Beach & Boat festival (and my slightly snarky commentary). Talpa de Allende needs better infrastructure, says mayor. A Mexican fashion designer does a no-no with Adidas. PLUS: My commentary on the FIFA shift to Mexico and Canada, if it…

This summer is particularly challenging for local restaurants. A huge snake was found and captured at a Marina Vallarta home. An upcoming balloon decoration workshop promises festive sights at Plaza Lázaro Cárdenas. PLUS: No, we’re not quite done with Mexican cheeses yet. It’s time for panela to shine!

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