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 Selecting Sustainable Seafood
 Kathleen Dobek
How to shop for seafood within the framework of sustainable development is becoming more challenging. How can we make informed, wise decisions that will not deplete the oceans of their bounty, but rather leave enough marine life for future generations?
Five Charged in Grenade Blast
 EFE
Five people have been charged in the explosion that injured 20 people at a bar in Puerto Vallarta, the Attorney General’s Office said.
Ameca Bridge Reopened for Light Traffic
 PVPulse.com
The south-bound 'new' bridge that connects Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit has been re-opened for taxis and passenger cars heading both north and south. Authorities recommend that people avoid the bridge unless it is an emergency to keep traffic flowing and to avoid traffic jams.
The Spice Girls in Puerto Vallarta?
 Alex Gomez
I wouldn't have believed it, if I hadn't seen it with my own eyes. The Spice Girls, otherwise known as the Fab Five, performed at Paco's Ranch last Tuesday. They reunited for a special fund-raiser for SETAC, Vallarta's first ever - nay, Mexico's first ever - Community Centre for LGBT people.
New PV Smile Dental Branch Office at ANKU Clinic
 pvsmilenews.blogspot.com
Everything is ready for the PV Smile Group, headed by Dr. Noel Rivas, to open their new Puerto Vallarta dental center on September 2nd. Situated at Ecuador #1494, the new office will deliver the professional care and service and continue a tradition of excellence dating back more than 25 years.
Have a Ball with PVRPV's Bowling League
 Tim Longpré
Due to the popularity of the PVRPV Puerto Vallarta Summer Bowling League, organizers have started a new league that begins on October 6, 2010 and ends on April 20, 2011. Like the Summer League, the cost per person will be only $115 pesos per week, which includes your games and rental shoes.
Club Mañana Nominated For Best Gay Bar
 Peter Deep
Logo TV Network's TripOut gay travel site has announced its 2nd Annual Gay Travel Awards nominees and - drum roll, please - Club Mañana is nominated for Best Gay Bar in the World. The competition is fierce, there are five other great venues also nominated - so vote for Mañana TODAY!
Health, Leases, and Toxicity in Paradise
 Terra Mar
We planned our move to Puerto Vallarta, like a desirable job, to be full time and permanent. Unfortunately, the housing part of our plan fell into the category 'of mice and men.' Except it wasn't mice, it was termites. More specifically the toxic spray used on the little critters.
Ameca Bridge Collapses
PVPulse.com
Heavy rains and strong currents caused the north-bound Ameca bridge that connects Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit to collapse at approximately 2:30 am on August 31. At 4:30 am, local authorities closed the south-bound bridge and are awaiting the SCT to evaluate it for safety before reopening.
Vallarta Businesses Continue to Support Becas Vallarta
 Polly G. Vicars
This Thursday, September 2, 2010 the Outback Becas Vallarta Dinner will once again showcase the incredible support the businesses and citizens of Puerto Vallarta give to Becas Vallarta Scholarship Foundation.
Those Burned Kittens at Pet Heaven - How are They Doing?
 Julie Bunker
You never know when a 'situation' will pop up and change your life forever, but one did pop up for me during June of this year when three burned kittens were found wandering around on the dirt road at the turn-in to Pet Heaven, a no-kill cat shelter just outside of Puerto Vallarta.
Splurge Art Gallery Relocates to a Bigger Home
 Tonya Clark
After a very successful first year Splurge Art Gallery is pleased to announce that it is relocating to a larger gallery space in Las Palmas Bucerias, Nayarit, Mexico at the beginning of October. The new gallery space will provide additional room for exhibitions, workshops & educational programs.
Riviera Nayarit Welcomed Acclaimed Fashion Designer for Photo Shoot
 RivieraNayarit.com
Nupcias magazine chose Riviera Nayarit for a series of wedding photo sessions. This magazine is one of the leading bride magazines in Mexico and 'romantic' is the word to describe Riviera Nayarit. Its heavenly landscapes inspire the best love stories and provide the setting for the best weddings.
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita Presents Incentives to Visit Now
 PRWeb
The summer is not over yet. A beach getaway is still within reach at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, the area's leading five star Mexico resort. Guests who reserve four nights or more can experience more with "one, two, three, four" great reasons to stay and play at this magical resort near Puerto Vallarta.
Help Prevent Animal Suffering – Volunteers Needed
 Becci Burchett
From Sept. 8 through Nov. 6, PEACE, a local non-profit that works to reduce the number of poisoned, starving, and abandoned dogs and cats in Puerto Vallarta and its surrounding communities, will be holding free mobile spay and neuter clinics at various locations around the bay. Volunteer today!
This Month's Hot Property at Tropicasa Realty
 Villa Quinta Vista - Colonia 5 de Diciembre
The most spectacular view of Puerto Vallarta belongs to Quinta Vista, a truly a one-of-a-kind villa in the 5 de diciembre neighborhood that guarantees plenty of 'wows' for home buyers looking for a unique real estate property in paradise.
Drug Violence in Nayarit and Jalisco
 jaltembajalapeno.com
Yes, there is some drug related violence in our little corner of paradise. This article takes a look at the best data available to try to put it into perspective by comparing the rate to other countries and some U.S. cities. It focuses on the states of Nayarit and Jalisco.
 Staying Up All Night to Save Sea Turtles
 Ebonne Ruffins
A lifelong nature lover, Oscar Aranda studied biology in college and knew he wanted to work somehow with animals at sea. For the last 10 years, he has patrolled Puerto Vallarta's beaches as an unofficial keeper of the sea turtle maternity ward.
2010 Has Been Favorable for San Blas Tourism
RivieraNayarit.com
Despite the economic turndown and swine flu issues of 2009, and even though the result of such events was a decrease in the number of tourists visiting San Blas in 2010, this year has been a favorable one for tourism in this seaside vacation destination on Nayarit's curving coastline.
Source Says Bar Explosion an 'Isolated Incident'
 PVNN
According to a confidential source at Puerto Vallarta's City Hall, the explosion that injured 20 patrons at the Pink Cheladas Bar at midnight on Thursday was an 'isolated incident caused by some young men playing with a grenade in a known gathering place for young drug dealers and gang members.'
Savor the Flavors of the World at Daiquiri Dick's
 PVNN
As Daiquiri Dick's wraps up their Summer Sizzle 2010, you can savor the Flavors of the World, without leaving Puerto Vallarta! Don't miss your last chance to enjoy a mouth watering appetizer, an irresistible entrée and a delectable dessert for only $299 pesos, through August 30th.
Up to Fifteen Wounded in Bar Explosion
 PVNN
According to local Spanish language publications, over one hundred locals were at the Pink Cheladas Bar on Francisco Villa when an explosion rocked the establishment at midnight on Thursday, with reports of as many as fifteen people seriously injured.
High Season for Big Game Fishing Hits Vallarta Fishing Grounds, Pro Anglers Flock to Vallarta
 Stan Gabruk
September begins the highest of sportfishing's high season in Puerto Vallarta. When it comes to Black Marlin, Monster Yellowfin Tuna, Sailfish, Dorado, Rooster Fish (and the impressive list goes on) the Banderas Bay area has you covered with plentiful and abundantly packed fishing grounds!
Aviana Productions Video Marketing Company
 Multimedia Marketing and Consulting
The award winning team of Jon Duncanson and Sylvia Gomez employs 20 years of storytelling and video/film crafting to give you the extreme upper hand in marketing yourself, your business, your development, or your "Call To Action."
V.E.S. Needs Your Help
 Paul D. Crist
The economy has hit us all very hard here in Puerto Vallarta, and Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, (Vallarta Confronts AIDS), V.E.S. is no exception. Won’t you help us to make a difference in the lives of people in Vallarta, who are living with HIV and affected by HIV/AIDS?
Carnes del Mundo in Bucerías - a World of Meat for the Meat Lovers
 Kathleen Dobek
For meat lovers, the selection does not get any better than the offerings at Carnes del Mundo in Bucerías. Kyle and Irma Quast have any meat you are looking for, so the next time you have a hankering for meat, you know where to go. It’s well worth the drive from Puerto Vallarta.
PV Biologist to be Profiled on CNN's 'Heroes' Segment
 PVNN
Puerto Vallarta marine biologist Oscar Aranda Mena, who heads the Sociedad Ecologica de Occidente - known locally for its sea turtle hatchery and conservation efforts - will be going global this Thursday by being featured on CNN's 'Heroes' news segment.
Road Report – Happy Trails to Your Place in the Sun
 Bill and Dorothy Bell
This summer we've driven thousands of miles updating our Mexico Road Logs and RV website. We've touched on all but 3 of Mexico's 31 states, and while there are many changes on the road, we haven't witnessed or experienced anything different regarding safety than we've seen in previous years.
Dinner & Dancing Benefit for Clínica de Rehabilitación Santa Barbara
 Patrick Harrison
Join us on Saturday, September 4, from 7-11 pm at the beautiful Casa Carmelina in Conchas Chinas for the inaugural fundraiser to benefit La Clínica de Rehabilitacíon de Vallarta. Guests will enjoy the food of No Way José! and live music by Los Bambinos for just $500 Pesos per person.
Nayarit is Nirvana for Golfers, Surfers
 Mark Conley
There are myriad Southern Hemisphere destinations to indulge in surf-and-turf nirvana. But there may not be a more enjoyable combo locale than the largely untapped 190-mile stretch of coast that lines the Mexican state of Nayarit.
Parasailing: Amazing Ride in the Sky Until ... Oops
 David Stabler
If you are looking for high-flying thrills, panoramic views and pure excitement on your Puerto Vallarta vacation, one of the most amazing things to do is parasailing.
No Way José! Celebrates 1 Year in Vallarta
 Patrick Harrison
No Way José! is celebrating their wildly successful first year in Puerto Vallarta... and you get all the presents! On Friday, September 3rd from 6-8 pm, guests will enjoy one signature Margarita on the house and complimentary appetizers along with music, great prizes and lots of other surprises.
An Extensive Promotional Campaign for Riviera Nayarit Begins in Canada
RivieraNayarit.com
Riviera Nayarit took part in the first out of four trade shows being organized by Thomas Cook to attract Canadian tourism to our destination. At the event, 835 travel agents were able to personally experience the touristic offerings Mexico's Pacific Treasure has to offer.
Update on Puerto Vallarta Real Estate Market
 Tom Budniak
Over the years Puerto Vallarta has paid back the faith reposed on it by the investors by paying back very handsomely through some of the most difficult economic times.
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