Five dead after suspected poisoning at drug rehab clinic
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- Published on Tuesday, 27 December 2011 15:48
- Written by Aaron Burkholder
The wails of more than 30 ambulances broke the usual intimacy of Christmas night in response to a mass poisoning at a drug rehabilitation center in Guadalajara’s La Perla neighborhood.
Jury out on new Chapalita Glorieta crossing
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 11:49
- Written by Michael Forbes
The State Transportation Department (SVT) has tinkered with the Chapalita glorieta in a bid to slow down traffic and make it easier for pedestrians to cross into the pretty, park-like sanctuary.
Metro briefs
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 11:52
- Written by GR Staff
Jehovah’s assembly
More than 35,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses congregated in the Omnilife Stadium last weekend for the denomination’s annual regional assembly. Adherents from 320 congregations in Jalisco and several other states reaffirmed their beliefs and saw 400 new members baptized into the faith.
Student union embroiled in metro-area murder scandal
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 11:47
- Written by GR Staff
The murky world of student politics in Guadalajara was exposed last week as five bodies were found on the premises of an unofficial university union with a history of violence.
Police out in force to catch DUIs this holiday season
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 11:51
- Written by Duncan Tucker
Traffic police in Guadalajara will be on the lookout for motorists driving under the influence during the Christmas period, with “alcohol meters” installed on main roads across the city.
Zapopan to regulate mall parking
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 11:46
- Written by GR Staff
Parking up to a couple of hours in the Plaza Gallerias will set you back 19 pesos in fees. Watch a movie, have a meal, do some shopping, and you could face a 50-peso (or more) charge just for the privilege of leaving your car while you patronize the upscale mall.
Former governor back in local political fray
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 11:49
- Written by GR Staff
Former Jalisco Governor Alberto Cardenas has registered to run for mayor of Guadalajara next year.
Pawn shops record stunning two-year growth
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 11:45
- Written by GR Staff
The number of pawn shops opening in the metropolitan area has doubled in the past two years – a clear sign that all is not right with the family pocketbook.
Early morning smog a danger to health
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- Published on Monday, 12 December 2011 10:25
- Written by GR Staff
Residents of Guadalajara should refrain from outdoor exercise between 7 a.m. and 11 a.m. due to early morning seasonal thermal inversions.
Art museum moves ahead – slowly
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 11:40
- Written by GR Staff
The stalled project to build a modern art museum beside the Huentitan Canyon on the northern outskirts of Guadalajara received a boost this week after Jalisco Tourism Secretary Aurelio Lopez Rocha signed an agreement with Universidad de Guadalajara (UDG) Rector Marco Cortes that pledges to respect the integrity of the park adjoining the projected museum location overlooking the canyon.
Book fair announces record attendance
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- Published on Friday, 09 December 2011 12:21
- Written by Duncan Tucker
The 25th International Book Fair (FIL) drew to a close last weekend, with record attendance but a dip in sales compared with last year.
Fearless Santa
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- Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 11:34
- Written by GR Staff
Father Christmas is taking time out from delivering presents this year to engage in a brave bout of swimming in the shark tank at the Guadalajara Zoo.
Oops ... Peña Nieto book gaffe goes viral
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- Published on Friday, 09 December 2011 12:14
- Written by Duncan Tucker
The presidential frontrunner found himself embroiled in an online furore over classism and his knowledge of literature after making a high-profile blunder at the FIL.
Creative marketing with a ring of truth
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 12:00
- Written by GR Staff
Will customers care to buy furniture after a satirical comment on economic woe?This store in downtown Guadalajara offering cut-price office furnishings is making a gambit that lighthearted attention will outweigh the sting of truth.
Slow seasonal sales fail to dampen city’s festive spirit
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- Published on Friday, 09 December 2011 11:36
- Written by Duncan Tucker
Despite underwhelming sales, holiday cheer has taken root as Guadalajara gears up for the festive season.
Zapopan takes aim at gas stations
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 12:00
- Written by GR Staff
Zapopan city hall is finally taking action over Pemex gas stations built close to residential homes, businesses and schools in violation of municipal codes.
Polemic archbishop to step down; successor to be in place before Lent
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- Published on Wednesday, 07 December 2011 10:27
- Written by GR Staff
Pope Benedict XVI has named Cardinal Jose Francisco Robles Ortega to replace Cardinal Juan Sandoval Iñiguez as the new archbishop of Guadalajara.
Police arrest three in mass slaying
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 11:59
- Written by GR Staff
Three men held in custody have reportedly admitted their involvement in the slaying of 26 people whose bodies were dumped beside Guadalajara’s Millennium Arches on November 24.
Cabinet members quit posts in pursuit of further political spoils
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- Published on Friday, 02 December 2011 12:12
- Written by Duncan Tucker
Five members of the National Action Party (PAN) have resigned from Jalisco Governor Emilio Gonzalez’s cabinet in order to run in next year’s elections.
Lorena Ochoa gives birth to baby boy
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- Published on Friday, 16 December 2011 11:54
- Written by GR Staff
Local golf star Lorena Ochoa gave birth to a baby boy, Pedro Conesa Ochoa, on December 11 in Mexico City.
Millennium Arches massacre breeds further security concerns
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- Published on Friday, 02 December 2011 12:09
- Written by Duncan Tucker
Last week’s discovery of 26 corpses dumped beside Guadalajara’s iconic Millennium Arches has led to concerns over security in the city and the rise in gang-related killings.