The state-run publication Periódico Invasor from Ciego de Ávila reported on Tuesday the passing of Héctor Paz Alomar, a founding member and prominent figure in journalism within the region. The outlet referred to him as a "mentor to several generations of journalists."
The provincial newspaper shared the somber news on its official Facebook page, labeling it as "breaking news," and extended condolences to Paz Alomar's family and friends. As of now, the exact cause and date of his death remain undisclosed.
Born on June 2, 1943, in Ciego de Ávila, Héctor Eugenio Paz Alomar began his career in the media industry in 1969 when he joined the city's Press Information Center as a photographer.
In 1978, he was selected to be part of the founding team of Periódico Invasor. When the weekly issue debuted on July 26, 1979, he officially launched his career as both a journalist and photojournalist with the publication.
Career and Contributions
Over the span of more than 40 years with Invasor, Paz Alomar held various key positions including Head of the Political-Ideological Work Group and later as Head of Information.
Academic studies on journalism in Ciego de Ávila recognize him as one of the most experienced reporters in the province, describing him as a "paragon" in the local press history.
Beyond his journalistic endeavors, Paz Alomar was also an author and researcher. He published at least three books focusing on the local and regional history of Ciego de Ávila and is featured on the Cuban literary portal, Cubaliteraria.
Recent Losses and Historical Context
This is not the first recent loss for Periódico Invasor. In May 2025, the retired journalist Nora Susana López Díaz passed away after a traffic accident. Earlier, in September 2021, José Aurelio Paz Jiménez, another journalist linked to Invasor and a National Journalism Award recipient, also died.
Founded on July 26, 1979, Periódico Invasor serves as the provincial press outlet for Ciego de Ávila, operating under the control of the Communist Party of Cuba, like other Cuban media.
In their announcement of Paz Alomar's passing, the publication conveyed their deepest sympathies, bidding farewell to a journalist who played a vital role in shaping their history from its very first issue.
Understanding the Legacy of Héctor Paz Alomar
Who was Héctor Paz Alomar?
Héctor Paz Alomar was a pioneering journalist in Ciego de Ávila, Cuba, and a founding member of the Periódico Invasor. He was known for his contributions as a journalist, photojournalist, and author.
What roles did Héctor Paz Alomar hold at Periódico Invasor?
During his tenure, Héctor Paz Alomar served as Head of the Political-Ideological Work Group and later as Head of Information at Periódico Invasor.
What other journalists from Periódico Invasor have recently passed away?
Recently, Periódico Invasor mourned the loss of Nora Susana López Díaz in May 2025 and José Aurelio Paz Jiménez in September 2021.