Closures and detours this summer for Northwest 77th Court in Miami Lakes

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Friday, June 20, 2025

    A $3.4 million construction project along Northwest 77th Court between Northwest 154th Street and Northwest 169th Street in Miami Lakes may cause traffic detours until the fall. The southbound lane will be closed the whole time; the northbound lane will be closed weekdays from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The state’s plans include a path for bicyclists and pedestrians; new lighting, school zone beacons, speed feedback and flashing...

Town Topics: What are your summer vacation plans?

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Friday, June 20, 2025

Dominick Maurici  Owner, Caution Crossfit  Palm Springs North      “My summer vacation plans are my kids are going to be doing soccer camp, we’re going to Daytona Beach, we’re [going] to go to Mexico for a week, we’re going to Disney and Universal and we’re going to spend time in the Keys, fishing and boating,” Dominick Maurici said.  Maxime...

Ribbon Cutting: Bon Vivant Charcuterie & Gourmet Market

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Friday, June 20, 2025

     For Miami Lakers who want to “celebrate every little moment,” Bon Vivant Charcuterie & Gourmet Market has opened at 6707 Main St.      Business partners Jennifer Lajud and Lilly Tudela celebrated their new store with a ribbon cutting party on June 12.      “The idea is to bring a little bit of luxury, a little bit of high class,” Tudela said. “Our tag...

Pets of Miami Lakes

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Friday, June 20, 2025

     Stella is a 7-month-old mix of the Maltese and Shih Tzu breeds. She lives in downtown Miami Lakes with Cassidy and Mason Collier.       Mason Collier is retired from the U.S. Army. The service took the family to four states - Hawaii, Georgia, Ohio and Florida -- and Stella is an able and enthusiastic globe trotter.      “She’s a great traveler and a great side...

Seniors party "At the Hop"

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, June 19, 2025

   The Elderly Affairs Committee hosted its annual Sock Hop salute to the 1950s on May 16 at the Roberto Alonso Community Center. About 200 guests enjoyed rock ‘n’ roll music and took photos in a selfie booth. From left, members of the Elderly Affairs Committee and guests: Nancy Rogers; Omar Sepulveda; a party guest; Geraldine Amandola, Mayor Josh Dieguez; Jacqueline Lebeda (behind the mayor); Maria Borges and guests...
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