Town council reviews budget, possible cuts

Featured By Linda Trischitta and Alexandra Herrera Wednesday, September 3, 2025

  Mayor Josh Dieguez said there are “no sacred cows” when it comes to the 2025-2026 Miami Lakes general fund budget.       “We need to cut back on certain line items,” Dieguez said during a Aug....

Community Calendar

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Aug. 1 - 3 “The Revolutionists” by Lauren Gunderson, presented by the Main Street Players A “bold, hilarious call to action for art, feminism and resistance,” set during the French Revolution, according to the theater. Shows are on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. For tickets go to the theater box office 60 minutes before the show, at 6812 Main St., or buy online at MainStreetPlayers.com. Prices...

Miami Lakes Library Programs

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 30, 2025

  The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.        Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early. Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes.         To check availability, call 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at bit.ly/3Wnp6tC.      The library at 6699 Windmill Gate Rd. is open...

Pets of Miami Lakes

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 30, 2025

   Ask Marivi Moya about her pup Penny Sue, and you’ll hear a tale that started off sad but is getting better by the day.     A rescue group found her, pregnant and tied to a palm tree after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico, Moya said.   “When they told me how they found her, [I thought,] ‘What kind of person would do that?’” Moya said.       Penny Sue made...

Ribbon Cutting: De La Rosa Family Law

Business By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 30, 2025

    The De La Rosa Family Law firm celebrated the opening of their new office in Miami Lakes on June 28 with a ribbon cutting ceremony.       The firm is at 15500 New Barn Road. It specializes in family law.       “Welcome,” said Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee Chair Matthew Casamayor. “I know that you guys have been part of the town for a long time, and I...

First Tee Miami campers try out the new course at Miami Lakes Golf Club

Sports By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 30, 2025

  First Tee Miami campers are the envy of golfers around town because they were able to learn skills on new greens at the Miami Lakes Golf Club. The $12 million renovation of the 63-year-old course at 7601 Miami Lakes Drive is nearing completion and hopes to welcome adult players in November. The kids -- whose footprints are lighter and play was less damaging to the new grass as it took root -- were allowed to play there this summer....
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