A foreclosed home in Miami Lakes operating as a drug treatment center has heightened the concerns of residents living in the same neighborhood as drug addicts. A group of residents turned to council members for help, as they fear for their lives while recovering substance abuse patients were allegedly prowling around on their properties and searching the cars for money and expensive merchandise. The neighbors also claimed alleged drug...

  Vendor registration is now open for the Town’s 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social celebrating National Ice Cream Month. Ice cream vendors are requested to provide ice cream and frozen treats for 100 people. This signature summer event, hosted by the Youth Activities Task Force, will also include fun entertainment for the whole family, music and more. The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, at Miami Lakes...

  Miami Lakes held the 2018 Annual Community Recital on May 18 at Barbara Goleman Senior High School where over 200 residents of all ages showcased their talents learned over the last year in one of the Town’s programs. Featuring programs included Tai-Chi, line dancing, yoga, ballet, martial arts and jazz. At this year’s event, the Town recognized four deserving instructors for their 10 years of service including Anthony Lee...

  Mayor Manny Cid and councilmembers recognized several community members for their accomplishments and community support. Councilmember Tim Daubert, on behalf of the Council, recognized Purple Heart medal recipients in the Town which has been proclaimed one of three communities in Miami-Dade County as a Purple Heart Community. May 28 was proclaimed to be Purple Heart Day in the Town and Daubert announced there will be dedicated parking...

  Miami Lakes announced the official launch of the I Heart Miami Lakes online store at www.CafePress.com/IHeartMiamiLakes featuring Town-branded merchandise. This will help the Town establish its unique identify, develop brand equity, and create a sense of community among citizens. Even though this is an online store where Town’s branded merchandise will be sold, cafepress.com will be managing all logistical and fulfillment of...