Playa del Carmen Launches Weekly Downtown Maintenance Program
A permanent urban maintenance program began today in central Playa del Carmen, with municipal crews assigned to repair sidewalks and…
Development
Puerto Morelos Begins Maintenance of 22 Absorption Wells in Leona Vicario
Puerto Morelos launched a 700,000-peso project to rehabilitate 22 absorption wells and prevent flooding.
Federal Infrastructure Projects in Bacalar Fall Into Disrepair Four Years After Completion
Four years and 200 million pesos later, Sedatu-built projects in Bacalar are abandoned and deteriorating, locals say.
Quintana Roo Establishes Permanent Working Groups to Address Rural Needs
The state government launched permanent working tables to address health, infrastructure, and other needs in rural communities.
CFE Accused of Neglecting Infrastructure as Blackouts Persist in Playa del Carmen
A local councilman accused CFE of failing to invest in power infrastructure, leading to recurring blackouts in Playa del Carmen.
Quintana Roo University Develops AI Platform to Combat Child Exploitation
UQRoo is building an AI-driven platform to prevent child sexual exploitation in tourist areas like Cancun.
Construction Begins on Cancún Sur Bypass to Ease Traffic
A new 14.85 km bypass in Cancún aims to reduce traffic by up to 30% and improve connectivity.
Playa del Carmen Urged to Update Environmental Ordinance to Prevent Legal Challenges
Experts say Playa del Carmen must update its Local Ecological Ordinance Program to avoid legal disputes over urban development.
Yucatán Orders Federal Review Of Coastal Development After Chuburná Dune Complaints
The Yucatán government has asked federal environmental authorities to inspect a large residential development in Chuburná Puerto following complaints that…
Semarnat Approves Hotel Expansion Despite Unauthorized Construction and Beach Access Dispute in Playa del Carmen
Mexico's environment ministry authorized a $40 million hotel expansion in Playa del Carmen despite unauthorized construction and ongoing beach access…