About 40 friends, neighbors and colleagues surprised Realtor Rosa Nell Hammer at her Lake Sandra home in Miami Lakes on Oct. 2, for the occasion of her 101st birthday.     “She said it was the best birthday she’s ever had, that says a lot since she has enjoyed so many of them,” said Alex Ruiz, Hammer’s manager at The Keyes Company in Miami...

National Custodial Workers Recognition Day had extra significance on Oct. 2, as janitorial staffers are front line workers during the coronavirus pandemic. The Town of Miami Lakes recognized its team -- Ivonne Carmona, Monica Ramirez, Irene Chico and Yuston Rodriguez -- on social media. Photos courtesy of the town.

It’s been a hot year, in more ways than one, especially so beneath the face masks we’re wearing to keep ourselves, our loved ones and our friends and neighbors safe from the COVID-19 virus during this pandemic. Though the masks can be uncomfortable, it’s fun to see what face coverings folks are wearing around town as we all do our best to stay well. 

Trick or treaters who want to keep their distance from others because of the coronavirus pandemic may enjoy Halloween from the safety of their cars this year.     The Miami Lakes Halloween Spooktacular Drive-thru will be held in the parking lot of Ana G. Mendez University on Saturday, Oct. 31.     Tickets -- $5 plus $1.94 in fees – may be purchased from Eventbrite.      Cars will be admitted between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., during the time slot...

Christ the SaviourOrthodox Cathedral16601 NW 77th Court, Miami LakesSunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m.Saturday Vespers: 6 p.m.The Church of the Epiphany Episcopal15650 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes 305-558-3961Misa en Espanol: 9 a.m.Sunday Eucharist: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School: 10:15 a.m.Escuela Dominical: 12:15 p.m.The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints8201 NW 186 St., Hialeah, 305-205-4956Sunday service: 9 p.m.Sunday...