..This is the live webcam at North Beach / Playa Norte

North Beach/Playa Norte In Real Time In Isla Mujeres LINK to 24 hour time lapse of the webcam

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Noticias de Diario de Quintana Roo ....

Recognition and gratitude

Commemoration of Día de la Armada de México

Gratitud y reconocimiento

Sábado, 23 de Noviembre de 2013 21:50

Reitera Agapito en conmemoración del Día de la Armada de México

Lanrry PARRA

ISLA MUJERES, 23 noviembre.-

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The Mayor, Agapito Magaña Sánchez, gave a speech thanking the members of the Navy for the security and tranquility they provide the island and the nation. The representative of the Governor, Gabriel Mendicuti, spoke about the historic event on November 23, 1985 (sic It should say 1825.) when Frigate captain Pedro Sainz de Baranda y Borreiro, defeated the Spanish at San Juan de Ulua in front of the port of Veracruz, achieving consolidation of national independence.

Mayor leads clean up: Asks public to take responsibility

Edil fomenta limpieza

Sábado, 23 de Noviembre de 2013 21:48

Pide a la población asumir plenamente responsabilidad

Lanrry PARRA

ISLA MUJERES, 23 noviembre.- .

The Mayor initiated a series of cleanups of public spaces, at the park in colonia Salina Grande, and urged residents to take responsibility for our public spaces and their cleanliness. He said the clean ups will have very little effect if residents do not take responsibility for keeping this place, where we all live, free of litter. There was an air of excitement and enthusiasm, and the Department of Public Services passed out plastic bags and tools. The city officials and employees cleaned the park, which had been in "deplorable condition". Meanwhile on the mainland, there was an exchange of food for recyclable trash as part of the Governor's ongoing program.

Tvisla Mujeres

Mayor launches clean up campaign of public spaces

Alcalde de #IslaMujeres pone en marcha limpieza de espacios públicos http://t.co/PYBFxKhxc7

Tv Isla Mujeres | Suspenden a doctor del Hospital Integral de #IslaMujeres..

Doctor suspended at General Hospital

Noticias de Quequi......

Borge recognizes sailors

Gobierno

Reconoce Borge a los marinos

0 24 de noviembre de 2013

Por Redacción > Quequi.- Last night the Governor attended a dinner-dance to celebrate the Dia de Armada de Mexico, in Isla Mujeres.

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Noticias de Diario Respuesta...

Distemper epidemic detected in dogs

Detectan epidemia de moquillo en canes

Sábado 23 de Noviembre de 2013 10:29 Jesús Molina

Veterinarian Delfino Guevara reported that several people have brought in dying dogs suffering from distemper, who were euthanized because there is no cure or treatment for this fatal disease, which can be prevented by a vaccine. Distemper is caused by the Morbillivirus virus and easily transmitted. It affects both cats and dogs.
Dying dogs have been abandoned in the street, and this contagious disease is becoming an epidemic. The main effects are physical wasting (leaving the animal in a cadaveric state); gastric, skin and respiratory symptoms; immuno suppression and encephalitis. The vet reports there are owners who have become angry because their dogs cannot be saved. There has been 14 dogs who have died, and the irregular colonia Guadalupana has been most affected. This increase in cases is associated with failure to vaccinate. Isla Animals held an emergency fund raiser online and is acquiring large amounts of vaccine and syringes.

Convention Center area cleaned up and renovated

Remozan y limpian áreas de Centro de Convenciones

Sábado 23 de Noviembre de 2013 10:28 Jesús Molina The Convention Center has been transformed with paint, light fixtures, curtains other fixtures, and landscape work. This location is used for sports and for social events like XV birthdays, weddings, baptisms, and other celebrations. It is not known how much was invested.

RENUEVAN. El Ayuntamiento de Isla Mujeres trasforma el Centro de Convenciones. Con trabajos de pintura, iluminación, y demás aditamentos, este lugar, luce diferente.

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Lobster production remains unstable
Continúa inestable la captura de langosta[+] Ver mas

Fishermen report they are currently having a difficult time finding lobster and very few of the crustaceans are being captured in their traps and nets. They are having difficulty meeting their expenses and paying their bills.
      In October and November the five cooperatives gathered about ten tonnes of live lobster, and about four tonnes of tails. During this period last year they captured five tonnes of live lobster and at most 1.5 tonnes of tails. This represents a significant increase.
    Although production has been poor in recent weeks, some cooperatives do have a stock of live lobster on hand, but it is difficult to find buyers, because most restaurants and hotels prefer tails.
       They are hoping that the bad weather predicted for this weekend will bring the better luck, and increase production. (The nortes can cause the lobsters to emerge and gather together, and walk along the bottom in groups)
Currently the live lobster are selling for 180-200 pesos/kilogram and the tails are 380-400 pesos. The live lobsters are exported to other countries like Spain, Canada, China, and Japan, and it is noted that there is very little demand for them in Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, and Cozumel, where the tails are preferred.

Fee for Hyperbaric Chamber increasing
Visible aumento de cuota a la cámara hiperbárica[+] Ver mas

This has the same info already translated about a possible increase in fees for the fishermen who are members of the local cooperatives, and it is noted that the five percent increase in the VAT (value added tax) in border areas will drive up the costs of parts and supplies, especially oxygen, which may require an increase in fees.

Commemoration of Naval Day

Conmemoración del Día de la Armada[+] Ver mas

Commendations were given to members of the Navy who had served 35, 30, 25, 20, 15, and 10 years. The child Rigoberto Pavón Montejo was name as an honorary marino and given an award by the Admiral. After the official ceremony, the group moved to the Naval Pier where there was a tent and chairs to watch the demonstrations of tactical exercises.
   In the first simulated rescue, there were two people who played the role of hostages being held in a house by five members of organized crime, . They were rescued by a tactical Naval group, who landed stealthily after a reconnaissance with a group of divers who had reached the land.
          Then there was a (mock) radio call about a boat carrying two kidnapped businessmen heading for Isla Mujeres, who were thrown overboard, and rescued by the tactical group. The kidnappers boat was intercepted and its crew was captured. The event was closed with a flourish when all the units participating marched and paraded before the civilians and the officials.

Doctor suspended
Médico suspendido por negligenciaVer mas

According to a statement issued by the Assistant Director for the State Health Services Department, Ariel López Herrera, they are investigating whether there was any negligence in the case of the pregnant woman who gave birth in a public street. Doctor José Delfino Tenorio Domínguez has been suspended while the investigation is determining whether there was any negligence on his part.
   On November 21, Nitzia Xiomara Chan Cruz went to the General Hospital and was examined by the doctor. She was told she was not dilated, and was advised to walk and return to the clinic at 9am. She returned to her home at 2am, but at 3:30am her pains had intensified and her water broke, and she wanted to return to the hospital. She was unable to make it and gave birth in front of the Hotel Kinich Nah, whose employee Domingo Chan Pech, brought her towels and linens.
          It is noted that less than a year ago this doctor was involved in a similar incident, and in that event the mother who was sent home was a minor who gave birth at the Church of Immaculate Conception's parish house.

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Sunrise this morning from MVC B&B

We are on the east coast...this is looking southward

Northward, Punta norte is in the distance

Yesterday, we stopped by Soggy Peso for a beer, & I shot this sunset, on the way to Iguanas, where we enjoyed the band and the tasty ribs. There was a lively crowd of friends, acquaintances, & other customers. (Friday was also a lotta fun at Iguanas, with live music from Cuba & Veracruz....which led to the Latinas & Norteamericanas swapping dance moves. Iguanas is at Marina Paraiso, just south of the Soggy Peso, and north of Seso Loco.)

November Calendar of Events .

Nov 1 Dia de los Muertos / All Saints Day
Nov 2 Dia de lost Muertos / All Souls Day
Here is a LINK to an article I wrote about Hanal Pixan
HERE is the article I wrote about Day of the Dead in Isla Mujeres.

Nov 3 US Time Change / End DST
Nov 7 Art Fair at Town Square 4p-7p
Nov 7 Red Cross Benefit Concert 6:30 Hotel Ixchel Palapa downtown
Nov 8 Last day of Hanal Pixan
Nov 11 US Veteran's Day Canada Remembrance Day
Nov 12 Postal Worker Appreciation Day in Mexico /
Día de Carteros
Nov 12 Día Nacional del Libro / National Book Day
Nov 13 Health Fair Salina Chica 5pm Blue Dome
Nov 13 Employment fair 9am Town Square
Nov 14 World Diabetes Day
Nov 14 Naval Wives Breakfast 9am (Naval Club, usually).
Date of Caribe Maya Cultural Festival TBA? (Was this w/e in 2011 & 2012)
Buen Fin Weekend of discounts
Nov 16 International Day of Tolerance
Nov 18 Day off for Revolution Day (date of parade TBA)
Nov 20 Dia de la Revolución
Nov 22 Día del Músico
Nov 23 Día de la Armada de México (Mexican Naval Day) Demonstration of Rescue on land and sea 11am

Nov 24 Solemnidad de Cristo Rey (Christ the King Day / El día de Cristo Rey)
Nov 25 Día Internacional de la Eliminación de la Violencia Contra la Mujer
Nov 27 Hanukkah begins
Nov 28 US Thanksgiving holiday
Nov 28 Beginning of Festival for Town Saint through Dec 8: Virgin of Immaculate Conception   HERE is an article about the Festival

   On November 28th the celebration of the taking out of the Virgin is scheduled to begin at 7pm with the Mass celebrating taking her down from her niche., Then a procession will take her through the streets downtown, and the event will end with a Kermes and dance in honor of the Patron Saint.
On December 4th the Confirmation Mass will be at 6pm.
On Saturday, December 7th the Paseo de Virgin will take begin at 7pm at the parish and go through the colonias and conclude with the singing of Las Manitas at the Church of Immaculate Conception downtown at ~10-10:30p
On December 8th at 3pm a procession will leave the parish of Immaculate Conception for the procession on the Bay, and there will be three large boats available for parishioners. There will be a grand Kermes, and then the Patron Saint will be returned to her niche. Father Jesus Martinez Penilla will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his priesthood.
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Miguel's playing schedule

Fayne's BarandGrill Wednesday through Saturday 10:30pm - 12:00am.

Saturday Tequileria La Adelita's 12:00am - 2:00am for salsa night.

Sunday Bahia Tortuga with the Sol Rockers 7:00pm - 9:00pm

John Cain's schedule

Tuesday, Cafe Del Mar, solo, 8 to 10 pm

Friday, Bally Hoo Restaurant, solo, 630 to 830 pm

Saturday, The Sunset Grill, solo, 630 to 830 pm

Sunday, Bahia Tortuga, The Sol Rockers, 630 to 900 pm

Banda Sin Nombre at Chuuk Kay 3:30p Sat & Sun

A TODOS NUESTROS CLIENTES Y AMIGOS, LES INVITAMOS SABADO Y DOMINGO A DISFRUTAR LBS!! MUSICA VIVA!!!!

Fenix Sat 2p Reggae/Cuban
Sun 2p Salsa

Fenix Lounge Domingo Salsa en Vivo con ¡¡Puro Sabor - Salsa Cubana !! :: Sunday Live Salsa with ¡¡Puro Sabor - Salsa Cubana !! + Gratis/FREE Chilpachole Pa' la Cruda! + Tragos/Drinks + SUP & Kayak :: See You There!! / No Falten!! — at Fenix Lounge.

Domingo Salsa en Vivo con ¡¡Puro Sabor - Salsa Cubana !! :: Sunday Live Salsa with ¡¡Puro Sabor - Salsa Cubana !! + Gratis/FREE Chilpachole Pa' la Cruda! + Tragos/Drinks + SUP & Kayak :: See You There!! / No Falten!!

·Iguana's has music on Friday evenings usually Reggae- Caribbean-Tropical music on Saturdays & Sundays, Starting around 6.
The Sol Rockers play at Bahia Tortuga on Sunday evenings.
You may find live music after 9 or 10 on Hidalgo at Fayne's, La Terraza, or Comono, and at Poc Na Hostel.

Today!!
At Poc Na Nov 24 8p..Fidel Nada Full Band

Lucas Landeira Isla Mujeres Community Information Board

only 100 pesos for isla residents...
https://www.facebook.com/events/427504964028432/?source=1 — with Fidel Nadal III.

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The Joint Reggae Bar & Grill

Next Sunday, December 1st Ryan Rickman is back!!!!

Sunday Funday, December 1st Ryan Rickman is back!!!!

On the internet in the past 24 hours...

Rob Herrin Oh yes!

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Sunday Sushi Delivery...

Mery Linares shared their photo.

Domingo de Sushi!!!
Hoy es un buen día para comer sushi, el que quiera, haga su pedido con tiempo!!!

Hagan su pedido!!!

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ComoNo, Isla Mujeres, Mexico added a new photo.

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Michelle Butler at Playa Norte Isla Mujeres

My happy place today....

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Commemoration of Naval Day in Isla Mujeres

Ayuntamiento De Isla Mujeres shared their photo.

Conmemoración del Día de la Armada de México en Isla Mujeres Honor a quien honor merece y nuestro reconocimiento para cada uno de los elementos de la V Región Naval de Isla Mujeres. ‪#‎ComunidadEnAcción‬