U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart came to town with some big checks to fund projects to resolve issues that concern Miami Lakers: flooding and traffic congestion.        His first stop on April 1 was at Northwest 170th Street near the bridge to Hialeah.      The noise from eastbound tractor trailers hauling freight sometimes drowned out the speeches by officials celebrating long term plans to...

     A 1968 red Cadillac DeVille convertible drew lots of attention on Main Street during the 10th Annual Cars for a Cure auto show.      “I’ve exhibited for the past five years,” Jerry Nunez said about his ride that boasts 24-inch stainless steel rims. “I’m here to support the cause and the community.”      He and his son Jaycen Nunez, 9, joined about 100...

Miami-Dade County Clerk of the Court & Comptroller Juan Fernandez-Barquin and Miami Lakes Mayor Josh Dieguez are hosting an event to raise awareness about property fraud. The session, to be held April 16 in Miami Lakes Town Hall, will provide attendees with information about fraud warning signs, how to prevent fraud and how the clerk's office can help if it happens. Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St., 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The...

Lynn Cole Retired Paralegal Miami Lakes       “I think they need to restrict development because of the traffic situation,” Lynn Cole said. “The air traffic too [at Miami-]Opa-Locka [Executive Airport] has become intolerable. It’s every 20 minutes over the house.”  Rosario Navarro Chair, Elderly Affairs Committee Realtor Associate, Fortune International...

April 4 Spring Fling Easter Event Join the Youth Activities Task Force for their annual Easter egg hunt (at 10:30 a.m.), music and photo booth. Dine at food trucks. Miami Lakes Veterans Park, 15151 NW 82nd Ave. 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. April 4 Easter Scavenger Hunt @ Main Street Start at MyGym, 6763 Main St., to get a map to follow clues and find hidden eggs and surprises downtown. 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Free. April 8 Miami Lakes Chamber...