Miami Lakes marks 25th Anniversary with public celebration, music and fireworks

Community By Linda Trischitta and Alexandra Herrera Wednesday, December 17, 2025

     The Saint Andrews Pipe Band of Miami led by Pipe Major Jason Wright launched Miami Lakes’ 25th Anniversary celebration with a march through Veterans Park while playing “Scotland the Brave.”     The Scottish music was a reference to the heritage of the Graham family who have owned land in the town since the 1930s and continue developing properties on it.      It was the start...

This Saturday: Small Business Week Kicks Off

Business By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, December 11, 2025

Celebrate small businesses in Miami Lakes as part of the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Week. On Saturday, Dec. 13, join Chamber President Ray Palacios, Mayor Josh Dieguez and Tico Casamayor of the Strive305 podcast as they go live during a walking tour along Main Street and visit shops and restaurants. The party begins at 1:30 p.m. at the Main Street Players theater, 6812 Main St., and is free.  The...

Community Calendar

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Dec. 5 Wills, Trusts & Estates Lecture by Lourdes Corvo, Esq. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6101 Main St. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Dec. 6 Miami Lakes Silver Jubilee Celebration It’s the town’s 25th birthday! Performances by Latchkey Kids Band and local entertainers; beer garden; food trucks; local vendors; activities for kids; photo opportunities and fireworks. Sensory inclusive zone at Mary Collins Community Center with...

Council honors DebonAir Mechanical, late founder Charles Aleshire

Business By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, December 3, 2025

        The Miami Lakes Town Council recognized DebonAir Mechanical with a proclamation during its Nov. 18 meeting.         The business, at 13972 NW 60th Ave., specializes in air conditioning; refrigeration; heating; HVAC installation, service and repair for commercial and residential clients. Mayor Josh Dieguez said it is a firm the town could be very proud of.     ...

Miami-Dade Bar salutes Trinette Zarran

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, December 3, 2025

    The Miami-Dade Bar named Miami Lakes Attorney Trinette Zarran as its 2025 Circle of Excellence award winner in the Family Law Category.       The Bar recognized Zarran on Nov. 19 at Mayfair House in Coconut Grove, when she was joined by friends, family and fellow lawyers. Winners are nominated by peers who research their careers. They are then evaluated by the Miami-Dade Bar for exceptional performance and...
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