Playa del Carmen Business Leaders Strengthen Anti-Extortion Protocols, Urge Reporting Threats
Business leaders in Playa del Carmen are enhancing coordination with authorities to prevent extortion and 'derecho de piso' payments.
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Police and Army Arrest Man With Drugs in Playa del Carmen
A 19-year-old man from Yucatán was arrested in Playa del Carmen with marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, cash, and a cell phone.
Playa Grill Fest Brings Together Producers, Grillers and Chefs in a Celebration of Mexican Caribbean Flavors
Over 50 exhibitors gather in Playa del Carmen for a two-day festival highlighting local ingredients and smoke cooking.
Federal Authorities Investigate Deadly Shooting at Playa del Carmen Restaurant
One employee killed, three wounded in attack on El Camarón Guasaveño; federal officials probe possible links to other recent shootings.
Woman and Child Escape Blaze in Irregular Settlement in Playa del Carmen
A woman and a child escaped a fire that destroyed their palapa home in Playa del Carmen's irregular settlement.
Restaurant Closes Temporarily After Deadly Shooting in Playa del Carmen
A worker was killed and three injured in an attack on El Camarón Guasaveño. The restaurant has closed temporarily.
Federal Judge Halts Playa del Carmen Project Over Missing Public Consultation
A federal court ordered the suspension of the San Mex project in Playa del Carmen for failing to conduct a…
Sargasso Blanket Hides Freshwater Spring Off Playa del Carmen Coast
A natural freshwater spring emerged off Playa del Carmen but was quickly obscured by heavy sargasso accumulation.
Federal Judge Denies Injunction to Former Playa del Carmen Treasurer
A federal judge denied an injunction to Kira Iris San, former treasurer of Playa del Carmen, in an administrative liability…
Playa del Carmen to Host Second Annual Playa Grill Fest 2026
Playa del Carmen's second Playa Grill Fest takes place June 16-17 at Parque Fundadores, featuring BBQ, live music, and local…