Gay wedding in Progreso is a historic first for Yucatán port city
The coastal city of Progreso celebrated yesterday its very first same-sex wedding under Yucatán’s new marriage equality law.
The 4th Annual Progreso Home Tour and Silent Auction is back and in person
Six lovely homes and gardens in Yucatán’s coastal community.
Progreso mayor says no to ‘Citizen Carnaval’
It looks like Progreso’s “Citizen Carnaval” planned for Feb. 26 will not be happening after all, at least on the Malecon.
Ignoring City Hall, Progreso residents plan Citizen Carnaval’
Residents of Progreso have decided to go ahead with Carnaval celebrations on Feb 26, despite a clear rebuke from City Hall.
Three cruise liners dock in Progreso as Yucatán breaks new record for COVID-19 infections
Three cruise ships docked in Progreso at the same time, bringing with them a combined total of 2,394 passengers and 749 crewmembers.
Chicxulub to get its very own ‘Jurassic Park’
Construction began today at a new attraction near the entrance to Chicxulub, in the municipality of Progreso.
Progreso spearheads new effort to clean up illegal dumpsites
Residents in Progreso and other communities on Yucatán’s northern coast are complaining of illegal garbage dumps.
New residents in Yucatán flock to the beach
The real-estate market on Yucatán’s coastline continues to heat up as a growing number of people from across the country and the world continue to buy up properties.
What is behind the growing number of dolphins washing up on Yucatán’s shores?
Wildlife authorities and biologists are showing concern over an increase in the number of beached dolphins found on Yucatán’s beaches. Over the weekend, four deceased Spinner dolphins were found on beaches in Chelem and Chuburná, in the municipality of Progreso. The dolphins were buried by environmental authorities who say they have no solid leads on…
Progreso schedules over 100 cruises for 2022
Port authorities in Progreso have announced that the city is expecting the arrival of more than 100 cruises in 2022.
2 Cuban migrants die in shipwreck off Yucatán coast
Unofficial reports claim that Mexican authorities helped 19 people to disembark the badly damaged ship.
Progreso’s boardwalk is now for pedestrians only and reactions are mixed
Progreso’s boardwalk has permanently closed to motor vehicle traffic to make way for pedestrians.
Progreso’s international community comes together to fund new animal hospital
International residents in Progreso are coming to the aid of the port city’s stray animals.
Progreso to host the Americas’ largest shipyard
Fincantieri, one of the world’s largest shipbuilders, plans to build the largest shipyard on the American continent in Progreso, Yucatán. Headquartered in Trieste, Italy, the company says it will invest US$220 million to complete the massive project. A shipyard (also called a dockyard) is where ships are repaired and built. These can be yachts, military…
New sterilization campaign in Progreso cracks down on stray animals
The number of stray dogs and cats on the streets and beaches of Progreso has become a public health hazard, admits Mayor Julián Zacarías Curi.
Progreso becomes Yucatán’s first disability-inclusive beach
Five floating wheelchairs and a set of movable rubber ramps are among the new amenities now available to disabled visitors who would like to enjoy the beach in Progreso.
Weekend mobility restrictions in Progreso are now lifted
Two months after state health authorities decided to limit mobility in the coastal community, Progreso’s beach and boardwalk will now be open on weekends once again.
New permit allows restaurants in Yucatán to stay open longer
Yucatán’s state government has announced that restaurants will now be allowed to remain for one hour longer, until 11 pm.
Progreso has welcomed its first cruise in over 16 months
Although only approximately 300 passengers disembarked from the ship, local and state authorities hailed the arrival of the Breeze as a victory and sign that Yucatán’s cruising industry is finally beginning to recover.
Singer says authorities in Progreso tried to censor her new LGBTQ+ music video
The song in the video makes reference to “coming out of the closet” and a handful of scenes of the signer herself and two men wearing little clothing, but could hardly be called obscene.
Dolphin found beached on the shore of San Crisanto
Video of the rescue was captured by one of the fishermen who can be heard speaking to the dolphin and reassuring it with gentle gestures..
Progreso’s boardwalk gets a new makeover — despite closure
Authorities, restauranteurs, and shop owners are hoping that the improvements will help reinvigorate the community’s ailing tourism industry in the near future.
New measures needed to protect Yucatán’s beaches from pollution
Worrying levels of pollution have been detected at four of Yucatán’s beaches.
Hope swells in Progreso as 28 new cruise arrivals announced
Carnival Cruises has announced that all of its passengers and crew will have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before ships are allowed to set sail.
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