Mater Gardens Academy received its ‘A’ flag on Sept. 28 at the campus, at 9010 NW 178th Lane in unincorporated Miami-Dade County. The banner represents the school’s performance during the 2021-2022 academic year. The Giving Gators charity, Mayor Manny Cid and Councilman Tony Fernandez presented the flag to the school. Giving Gators, Layer 8 Solutions and Major League Signs sponsored the...

      The owners of Bite Pediatric Dentistry cut a ribbon on Aug. 28 to welcome young patients to their practice. Family members, town officials and business boosters gathered at the new dental office is at 15358 NW 79th Court in the Park Centre Shops.       Dr. Jorman Garcia runs the business, while his wife Megan Cascardo greets patients at the front desk. Services include exams and check-ups; sports...

     Dr. Melissa Alfonso Sedeño and her husband and dental practice partner Dr. Eddy J. Sedeño III are accumulating accomplishments during their growing careers.      Miami Lakers chose their practice, Specialty Smiles Orthodontics, as Best Health Providers in 2020, 2021 and 2022 during the annual Best of Miami Lakes competitions.      And this year, the couple’s alma mater has...

   Coming soon to the west side of Miami Lakes: 37 single-family luxury homes to be built inside a gated community, with some residences on a private island.      Councilman Luis Collazo called part of GT USA’s project “a mini-Star Island,” comparing it to the exclusive residential enclave in Miami Beach, before the council unanimously approved the plan on Oct. 10.      Sixteen...

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