Miami Lakes has a new landmark: A two-story Christmas tree, decorated with lights and red, green, silver and gold balls. It stands at the corner of Main Street and New Barn Road.      The brightly lighted yule tree beckoned families who attended the 40th Annual Festival of Lights, presented by the Main Street Merchants and The Graham Companies.       Clive Smith photographed his wife...

Mayor Josh Dieguez’s first State of the Town address has been rescheduled to Dec. 8 at Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. During past ceremonies the town's mayor has recounted the year and described successes by various departments and the town council. It was previously scheduled for Dec. 3 but was postponed. This will be Dieguez’s first State of the Town address, after winning the 2024 election and moving from a council seat to...

On Saturday, Dec. 6, Miami Dade College's north campus will be transformed into a winter wonderland. If it's anything like last year, Santa will arrive by helicopter from the North Pole at 10 a.m.  There will be a holiday parade with costumed characters, Santa's helpers and local marching bands. Also, storytime with Mrs. Claus, and performances by dancers, musicians and youth groups. Interactive zones will include...

     The Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce welcomed two new constitutional officers from Miami-Dade County: Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez and Property Appraiser Tomas Regalado to its November luncheon.       Regalado described the responsibilities of his office as well as what staff has been doing for the community.       One of his big initiatives has been to help veterans by...

     To provide a dependable source of comfort, dignity and hope to Miami Lakes Middle School students, the Giving Gators charitable organization created the Warriors Pantry with the support of The Graham Companies; Headquarter Toyota and Layer 8 Solutions information technology company. The school, at 6425 Miami Lakeway North, was rated A from 2017 to 2025. Last year it had 989 students enrolled in sixth, seventh and eighth...