The Harbinger newspaper that reports on student life and concerns at Miami Lakes Educational Center returned in a print edition in April.       Senior Thomas Farrugia and sophomore Robert Rojas are part of the journalism program at the school and led efforts to revive the newspaper.       For past five years, school news has only been published online because there...

The Cultural Affairs Committee’s annual Paint a Picture for Mom event attracted about 40 young artists on May 9 to Veterans Park in Miami Lakes. The kids, sometimes with the help of Dad, created memorable canvases for their mothers. Photos provided by Elsa Reus.

    Miami Lakes Councilman Alex Sanchez celebrates May 11 at the campus of the University of Miami, where he earned a Master of Public Administration degree in the College of Arts & Sciences.       Sanchez, 42, was appointed to the council on Jan. 21, 2025. He filled the seat previously held by Josh Dieguez, who resigned from the council to run for mayor.        Sanchez, who works in...

 The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is closed for renovation. Patrons may visit the branch in Palm Springs North at 17601 NW 78th Ave. for classes. Many classes require registration, call for information at 305-820-8564 or padronc@mdpls.org.       The branch is open 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday -Saturday and closed Sunday.  Talking is Teaching: Talk,...

    Over 2,600 people came out to support the South Florida Autism Charter School at its 14th Annual Walk and Safety Fair on April 18.       The school, at 3751 W. 108th St. in Hialeah, offers education and therapeutic services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder.        Money raised from the annual walk funds its programs and initiatives.       Two...