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By Jesús Ibarra

PAN (Partido Acción Nacional) candidate for mayor, Cristóbal Franyuti Finkelstien, lodged a formal complaint against the local radio station XESQ Radio San Miguel and local TV channel for violating electoral regulations of the Electoral Institute of Guanajuato governing the use of media in election campaigns. More »		  
     


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Downturn in tourism leads to rise in unemployment
By Jesús Ibarra May 22, 2009 San Miguel de Allende

The world economic crisis, fear of drug-related violence, and the flu epidemic have driven tourists away from Mexico.

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Community
 Before leaving, though hoarse from singing and weighed down with tequila, buy a gift to take home or give as a present—a little bit of Plaza Garibaldi, a little bit of Mexico.
Travel / Tourism
 Europe by river juxtaposes nineteenth-century life with the modernity of vibrant cities. With no airport, traffic or packing hassles, you enjoy each day on a floating hotel. 
Art
 The history of art meets San Miguel in digital images by Misha Tomic: “SMA-Giacometti,” “SMA-Op Art,” “SMA-Abstract Expressionism” and “SMA-Tàpies.”
Music
The Skpao repertoire is a blend of cultures, combining traditional genres such as boleros, Guajira-son and ballads with new genres such as rumbas flamencas, soul and jazz. 
Film
 CINEMATECA: The Brave one
Radio host Erica Bain (Jodie Foster) and her fiancé are attacked by three thugs in a New York City park. Erica buys a gun. Will the thugs survive? Find out May 25 or 27.
Lectures
After the colonial era, a new nation arose only to suffer deep wounds inflicted in civil wars, two revolutions, two invasions, four wars and loss of half the original territory.
Que Pasa
 Que Pasa is the most complete weekly guide to arts and entertainment in San Miguel de Allende.
Community Connections
 Dozens of organizations in San Miguel assist children and families; promote education and schools; provide food, potable water and medical treatment; and even take care of animals and the environment. This section provides descriptions, contacts and information for donors or volunteers.