The governor of Puebla, Alejandro Armenta, stated that the first four lines of the Cablebús (cable car system) will be directly managed by the state government. However, they will maintain the option of a concession as a legal recourse should the budget not be sufficient to complete the project during his term. Luis García Parra, […]
Puebla seeks to strengthen local businesses through the Dreamfields Electronic Music Festival and the 360 Christmas Forum
Two events will ignite the artistic, cultural, and economic spirit of the state of Puebla: the Dreamfields Electronic Music Festival and the 360 Christmas Forum. These events, held in November and December respectively, not only delight thousands with art and music but also strengthen local micro, small, and medium-sized businesses with a significant economic boost. […]
Puebla of all angels
When someone dies in Heaven, the people of Puebla say, they go to Puebla. That’s what happens to me; from time to time, my fleeting attempts at virtue are rewarded with a visit to that beautiful city. “For tongues and bells, Puebla’s are the best,” goes a Mexican saying. I don’t know about the gossip, […]
There will be free movies at the Latin American film festival in Puebla
Promoting in-person dialogue, bringing independent and commercial cinema closer to the public, and encouraging them to go beyond simply watching it on a mobile device or a small screen, is the goal of the tenth edition of the Latin American Film Festival in Puebla. This was confirmed by its coordinator, Damián Cano, who emphasized that […]
Puebla City pays tribute to Chavela Vargas at the closing of the Festival “Death is a Dream”
The City Government, headed by Mayor Pepe Chedraui, through the Municipal Institute of Art and Culture of Puebla (IMACP), directed by Anel Nochebuena, invites all residents of Puebla to enjoy the concert “Chavela and Her Women: A Tribute to Chavela Vargas,” this Sunday, November 2nd, at 6:30 p.m. in the city’s Zócalo. Admission is free. […]
Catrinerías received more than 150,000 visitors at Ex Hacienda de Chautla, Puebla
The Ex Hacienda de Chautla, a tourist site in Puebla, welcomed over 100,000 visitors during the Day of the Dead season and the Catrinerías Festival. In this iconic location, the 2025 Catrinas Contest was held on Saturday afternoon, with over 60 local artists participating. A Puebla-based company has captured the essence of the festivities in […]
Puebla has 42 cases of screwworm; the outbreak could impact the cost of meat.
The state of Puebla has accumulated 42 cases of screwworm, of which ten are active, revealed the National Service of Health, Safety, and Agrifood Quality (Senasica). The report indicates that the accumulated cases during the period from November 20, 2024, to October 18, 2025, are concentrated in the municipalities of San Sebastián Tlacotepec, Zoquitlán, Eloxochitlán, […]
Puebla designs a new Risk Atlas to prevent disasters; 38 municipalities are updated.
Puebla designs a new Risk Atlas “tailored” to its geographic needs, with updated digital tools The Puebla State Government is working on updating the state Risk Atlas, an essential tool for natural disaster prevention, which will be “tailor-made” for the state’s geographic and climatic conditions, reported Cabinet Coordinator José Luis García Parra. Currently, only 38 […]
Puebla celebrates the Day of the Dead with “Catrinerías” at the Exhacienda de Chautla: legends, offerings, and traditional food
The Day of the Dead is approaching, and various celebrations are already being prepared in Puebla to pay tribute to those who have passed away. One of the most anticipated this year is “Catrinerías” at the Exhacienda de Chautla, a festival that combines culture, legends, traditional food, and art in one of Mexico’s most photogenic […]
Puebla, among the five states most affected by the intense rains
Laura Velázquez Alzúa, head of the National Civil Protection Coordination (CNPC), reported that the greatest impacts from the recent rains have been in Veracruz, Puebla, Querétaro, Hidalgo, and Guerrero. Participating in President Claudia Sheinbaum’s morning press conference, the official reported that Tropical Storm Raymond is moving across the Pacific, parallel to the national territory, entering […]