Jumpstart Developmental Services, a new center for children who may need help with communicating or with their behaviors, has opened in Miami Lakes.      The town has become a hub of schools and therapy centers for families whose members have special needs. There are at least 10 facilities available, as well as a town-funded board of volunteers who advise officials and police on ways to include and accommodate...

 Realtor Magaly Rubio is a broker associate at Coldwell Banker Realty and has more than 30 years’ experience in the industry.  She is also currently vice president of the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce and president of The Zonta Club of Miami Lakes. Q: Where are you from and what is your background? A: I’m from Cuba. I moved to the United States in the early 1960’s. I’ve lived in Miami Lakes...

   The town has announced the finalists for the Best of Miami Lakes Awards. Voting to choose your favorite places ends on Nov. 10.  Go to @ShopMiamiLakes on Instagram to make your selections.    Winners will be declared on Nov. 27.  That’s also known as Small Business Saturday, when residents are asked to support the retailers, restaurants and service firms in town.    The...

     CMX Cinemas Miami Lakes has instituted a curfew for evening shows that begin at 8 p.m. or later.      Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is 21 or older and has proper identification.          The policy at the complex, at 6711 Main St. in Miami Lakes, began Oct. 22 and applies to all evening shows.       Minors who are...