It’s a storybook season for two of South Florida’s sports teams: The Miami Heat of the NBA and the NHL’s Florida Panthers.         They were both unlikely contenders as No. 8 playoff seeds to reach the finals of their respective leagues.      On May 22, team banners were hung in a front window at Miami Lakes Town Hall to support the Cats and the Heat and to...

     The state of Florida has scheduled two tax holidays for this year’s hurricane season.       The first one began May 27 and lasts through June 9; the second will be held Aug. 26 to Sept. 8.       Residents can purchase essential disaster supplies without paying sales tax.  Some of the eligible items are: •  Flashlights and lanterns costing $40 or...

     Shortly before sunrise on April 23, a red Mercedes Benz sedan that police say was speeding at an estimated 65 mph crashed into a fire hydrant and the low wall that surrounds the Loch Isle community in the heart of Miami Lakes.      “I know in addition to this one there’s been three major accidents,” said Javier Ley-Soto, past president of the Loch Isle homeowners association....

     An experienced law enforcement leader will serve as the acting police major in Miami Lakes after Maj. Javier Ruiz accepted a transfer within the Miami-Dade Police Department.       “While Major Ruiz has had an incredibly positive impact on policing in the town and we will all miss him, I ask that you all join me in wishing Major Ruiz great success in his new career challenge,” Miami...

    Events are subject to change. Please check town social media pages for the most up-to-date information. RSVP at TOML.Eventbrite.com.  May 17 Ice Cream with a Cop. Enjoy Rita’s Italian Ice while chatting with local police officers who patrol Miami Lakes. There will also be an opportunity learn about the summer camps being offered. Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. 4 p.m. Free.  May 17...