Town honors dedication of Spanish teacher, students

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, April 16, 2026

      For Maria Nordase, teaching Spanish to her students is a skill that will take them around the world.      One of her pupils is an older gentleman who translates for his daughters when they visit Spain. Then...

Happening May 2: Main Street shops offering deals for Mother’s Day gifts

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, April 29, 2026

     Boutiques along Main Street in Miami Lakes are offering specials and discounted treats for shoppers in search of gifts for Mother’s Day.      The deals will be available on Saturday, May 2, from noon until 5 p.m. Bossy Wellness & Aesthetics Complimentary Gua Sha (cold stone lymphatic drainage) facial, and a Mimosa for moms who come in that day. VIP gift bags with product samples for...

Giving Gators, the ZONTA Club of Miami Lakes co-host a prom dress drive

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, April 29, 2026

    Two service organizations put out the call for donated formal wear and Miami Lakers delivered!      The Giving Gators and the Zonta Club of Miami Lakes co-hosted a prom dress drive that began at the Farmer’s Market on April 11. By the end of the week, the groups had collected more than 280 dresses; shoes, purses and other accessories, Giving Gators said.      The Prom Boutique at Lindsey...

HML wins 2nd Place at Model United Nations contest

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School’s Model United Nations team took home 2nd Place from the Academic WorldQuest Regional Competition. The HML Global Trojans participated at the March 13 competition at Florida International University’s main campus. Academic WorldQuest is organized by World Affairs Council of Miami, according to a release from the school. It challenges students to deepen their understanding of international...

Pace creates tribute to ‘beloved’ Director of Advancement Celia Rouco

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, April 29, 2026

    The Monsignor Edward Pace High School community gathered on the campus on Feb. 24 to remember Celia Rouco.      Called “beloved” and a “passionate advocate” in a dedication by Surella Rodriguez, the school’s director of Alumni Relations, Rouco died on May 25, 2025.      She was the advancement director and a presence for a decade at the Catholic school in Miami...

Town plants a tree for Arbor Day

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, April 29, 2026

     For the 19th year, Tree City USA has designated Miami Lakes a “tree city.” The town acknowledged the recognition and celebrated Arbor Day by planting a Cathedral Oak tree in Park 21, a block west of Miami Lakes K-8 Center School.       Girl Scout Troop 902 members Arianna Anderson read the Pledge of Allegiance and Aurora Medina recited a poem to celebrate the day.     ...
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