Playa del Carmen Swimmers Ready for CONADE 2026 National Olympics
Fifteen swimmers from Playa del Carmen will compete in the CONADE 2026 National Olympics in Guanajuato from May 4-10.
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Animals Rescued From Animalandia Maya Moved to Wildlife Sanctuary in Akumal
Authorities rescued animals from Animalandia Maya in Playa del Carmen and transferred them to a wildlife sanctuary in Akumal.
Playa del Carmen Sewer Works on Constituyentes Avenue to Finish by June
Sewer line installation on Constituyentes Avenue in Playa del Carmen must finish by June, with full repaving required.
Mexican Navy Rescues American Sailor Adrift Off Cozumel
Mexican Navy rescues an American sailor whose sailboat lost propulsion and was drifting 70 nautical miles off Cozumel.
Tulum Merchants Plan Discounts to Shed ‘Expensive Destination’ Image, Canaco Says
Tulum merchants plan discounts to counter the destination's reputation as expensive, says Canaco president Felipe Náhuatl.
Kanasin Landfill Violates 83% of Environmental Measures, Profepa Says
Mexico's environmental agency says the Kanasin landfill has failed to comply with 83% of corrective measures, posing contamination risks.
Cozumel Extortion Suspect Arrested for Demanding $2,000 Monthly ‘Protection’ Payments
A man accused of extorting a restaurant owner for $2,000 monthly in Cozumel has been arrested and charged.
Dengue Cases Surge 29.5% in Quintana Roo, Exposing Public Health Gaps
Dengue cases in Quintana Roo rose 29.5% early this year, with 57 confirmed cases, highlighting prevention weaknesses.
Former Mayor Lili Campos Linked to Animalandia Maya Operation Raided by Authorities
A former mayor's 2022 permit allowed Animalandia Maya to operate until 2025, despite animal cruelty complaints.
Human Remains Found on Dirt Road in Cancun
Authorities in Cancun are investigating after human remains were discovered on a dirt road, prompting a security deployment.