In its first edition, the Balam Beh EcoFair brought together more than 300 Campeche residents this Saturday, June 7, at the 20 de Noviembre Sports Center in commemoration of World Environment Day. In the context of World Environment Day, the Balam Beh EcoFair held its first edition this Saturday, June 7, at the 20 de […]
Campeche Kindergarten Scandal: Teachers Fired for Drinking Beer on Campus; Parents Divided
A shocking video has sparked a scandal in the small town of Ciudad del Carmen in Campeche, Mexico, where three teachers were caught drinking beer on school premises while children were present. The incident led to their immediate dismissal by authorities from the local education secretariat. According to a letter sent by concerned parents, the […]
Deputies against “sex tourism”
The Campeche State Congress approved a bill seeking to protect children and adolescents from “sex tourism” due to its proximity to Quintana Roo, a state with a high tourist influx and documented cases of child sexual exploitation. One of the primary objectives of the initiative is to establish or create a list of sanctions for […]
Campeche Grapples with Second Case of Myiasis Caused by Cattle Screwworm
The state of Campeche has confirmed its second case of myiasis caused by the cattle screwworm in humans, a development that has sparked concerns among authorities and ranchers. The new case was detected in a rural community of Ciudad del Carmen, where an individual with immunosuppression comorbidities is being treated. According to Josefa Castillo Avendaño, […]
Campeche Light Rail Nears Completion: Ready to Revolutionize Urban Mobility
With just one month to go before its inauguration, the Campeche Light Rail is nearing completion, with an impressive 98% of the project finished. According to Governor Layda Sansores and General Óscar David Lozano Águila, general director of the Tren Maya company, the light rail is on track to begin operations by July 1st. The […]
Campeche Takes Center Stage in Mexico’s Drive for Milk Self-Sufficiency
In a move aimed at bolstering national milk production and promoting food sovereignty, the Mexican government has launched its Milk Self-Sufficiency Plan in Campeche, with the southeastern state positioned as a key player in this ambitious initiative. The plan, unveiled on April 27 by Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development Julio Berdegué Sacristán, alongside President […]
Campeche’s Forgotten Mansions: A Quest for Owners and Restoration
In Campeche’s historic neighborhoods, crumbling facades bear witness to a bygone era of grandeur. However, beneath their worn exteriors lies a pressing concern: the identities of these mansions’ owners remain shrouded in mystery. To address this issue, the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) and the State Civil Protection Secretariat (Seprocicam) have launched a […]
Pet Owners Warned: Leaving Furry Friends Unprotected from Campeche Heat is a Crime
As the scorching temperatures continue to soar above 40°C (104°F) in Campeche, animal welfare advocates are sounding the alarm about the dangers of neglecting pets during this time. Rescuer Nancy French Carrión warns that exposing animals to the intense heat without proper protection can be fatal and is punishable by law. Leaving pets unattended on […]
Mexican Navy Rescues 8 Fishermen Adrift Off Campeche Coast
A dramatic rescue operation was carried out yesterday off the coast of Calkini, Campeche, as members of the Mexican Navy came to the aid of eight fishermen whose boat had broken down. The incident occurred near Isla Arena, a remote area where the men were engaged in fishing activities. According to eyewitnesses, the fishermen’s engine […]
Campeche Plagued by Wave of Violence: 38 Homicides and Executions This Year
A surge in violence has gripped the Mexican state of Campeche, leaving a trail of bloodshed and death in its wake. According to official figures, the city of Campeche has recorded an alarming number of executions, with 14 deaths attributed to organized crime groups since the start of the year. In just one month alone, […]