Cardholders with the Miami-Dade Public Library system may now borrow 8” Samsung Galaxy tablets, which are built with wireless internet access and Wi-Fi capability. Borrowers may use the tablets for up to 30 days per loan. The tablets will come with a kit of accessories including a keyboard case, power adapter and USB cables. To check availability of the devices, search the system’s catalog online or call your local...

Call it pandemic fashion, the colorful or utilitarian face coverings we wear to protect ourselves, our families, friends and neighbors from the COVID-19 virus.

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Photos by Linda Trischitta, The Miami Laker.

Miguel Martinez, 51, chairs the Town of Miami Lakes Blasting Advisory Board. Martinez and his wife, Millie Martinez, 51, own a speech and occupational therapy rehab clinic in Palm Springs North. Miguel Martinez is also a construction executive, and has served as a Miami-Dade County hearing officer for people who want to appeal their zoning and building code violations. The Martinez’s have a son, Allen Martinez, 16. The family lives...

History The Celebrity Point condominium community is a five-story building with just 80 units. It was built by PMC Development Inc. in 1989. It is located at 15969 Northwest 64th Avenue near Miami Lakeway North. The neighborhood is in the northeast section of Miami Lakes, east of Northwest 67th Avenue. Residents whose units face toward the east have views of Lake Ruth. Amenities There are units with one bedroom and one bath,...

Spring has sprung and Miami Lakers are eager to pamper themselves after the more than year-long challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. And they’re in the right place to get their style on: There are more than 70 spas, hair salons, barber shops, nail parlors and other services that cater to well-being in town which are ready to serve them. But you better hustle to make your appointments. Owners of personal care businesses say they...