On a recent weekday after summer vacations began, six boys on bicycles, electric bikes and scooters seemed to be playing a game of tag on wheels.       They sped along sidewalks, around the movie theater parking lot and in the middle of New Barn Road, headed toward Main Street.       While the kids seemed to be having a fun, carefree time, the races could have turned...

      State law prevents the Town of Miami Lakes from seeking remedies in court for damages to municipal sidewalks, buildings, canal banks and infrastructure it says are caused by rock mining explosions on the west side of the county.      That’s the legal thesis Councilman Steven Herzberg presented to the council, which voted unanimously to sue the state.      Residents at Town...

    A $3.4 million construction project along Northwest 77th Court between Northwest 154th Street and Northwest 169th Street in Miami Lakes may cause traffic detours until the fall. The southbound lane will be closed the whole time; the northbound lane will be closed weekdays from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The state’s plans include a path for bicyclists and pedestrians; new lighting, school zone beacons, speed feedback and flashing...

     For Miami Lakers who want to “celebrate every little moment,” Bon Vivant Charcuterie & Gourmet Market has opened at 6707 Main St.      Business partners Jennifer Lajud and Lilly Tudela celebrated their new store with a ribbon cutting party on June 12.      “The idea is to bring a little bit of luxury, a little bit of high class,” Tudela said. “Our tag...

     Amy Diaz celebrated the 10th anniversary of her FH Fashion House boutique with a party on June 7 in the shop in the Cypress Village Shopping Center. A favorite of residents, it has won four “Best of Miami Lakes” awards. Diaz gave swag bags to 50 party guests with a $15 store gift card and items from local businesses. Vicky Bakery provided lite bites.       “This has been a dream of...