The Northwest 170th Street bridge that spans Interstate 75 and connects Miami Lakes to Hialeah and Unincorporated Miami-Dade County to the west had new asphalt in June. As of July 8, County and town officials did not yet have a date for when the bridge will be opened to traffic, bicyclists and pedestrians. The long-closed bridge was a point of conflict between the governing bodies. Some Miami Lakers fear traffic congestion when residents in...

The Town of Miami Lake’s Father’s Day Fishing Tournament was held June 18 at Graham Dairy Lake. Competitors posed with their medals that were awarded in several categories during the friendly contest. Back row from left are Miguel Zarran (Oldest Fisherman, age 72); Luis Chavez (Smallest Fish Caught, an 8” red gill; Most Fish Caught, 4); Brian Hoadley (First Fish Caught at 8:14 a.m.; Most Fish Caught, 3); Neill Robinson,...

    Say hello to Kira!     She is a “Pomsky,” a Pomeranian and Siberian Husky mix.      The 14-pound, 6-year-old pup has a fluffy white coat and distinctive blue and black eyes.      “She’s a very good girl,” said her owner, Maxine Mantrana. “She’s still like a puppy, loves to run and is the fastest dog at the dog park.”   ...

    As we continue exploring the Upper East Side in Miami Lakes, two large buildings at Northwest 163rd Street and Northwest 59th Avenue are home to several unique businesses.       Vericast, which recently changed its name from Valassis, focuses on marketing technology.       “Vericast is a leading marketing solutions company that helps thousands of businesses connect with...

     Miami-Dade Police are urging Miami Lakers to follow the “9 p.m. routine” after two residents in the gated Satori community reported suspects broke into vehicles and stole property, including a gun.       Video in a WSVN-Ch.7 report showed people dressed in black running from driveway to driveway, testing car door handles.      “[Burglars] attempted to see if several...