The development of a small condominium complex set on the hillside above Ajijic’s Villa Nova neighborhood has sparked a debate that highlights the growing pains and environmental issues that are impacting the quality of life in Chapala and other north shore communities.

The Chapala government this week delivered 147 eco-friendly household plumbing kits, made available to local families at the bargain price of 8,050 pesos each.

The Ribera Medical Center, lakeside’s newest private hospital, opened its doors for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, October 9.

The Ribera Medical Center, lakeside’s newest private hospital, opened its doors for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, October 9.

Diane Pearl, local artist and consummate dealer of fine Mexican-made arts and crafts, will shut the doors of her iconic Colecciones gallery in the heart of Ajijic at the end of this month.

Eliza Al-Laham, United States Consul General in Guadalajara, posted images of her friendly virtual meeting with Chapala Mayor Moisés Anaya on Wednesday, October 7,