Miami Lakes recently received a grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) to supplement the Town’s police department budget for the school resource officer project.The FDLE Justice Assistance Grant will allow the department to conduct additional Crime Prevention Presentation at local schools and provide additional resources to patrol neighborhoods around schools in an effort to deter loitering during and after school...

The Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is offering free monthly field trips for seniors to attend Miami Marlins games this year. Seniors receive free admission to each game courtesy of the Miami Marlins.Transportation is provided to and from Town Hall, 6100 Main Street. Space is limited and required reservations will open one week prior to each game and remain open until all seats are filled.To reserve seating, contact Clarisell De...

The Town of Miami Lakes is asking residents to depict their favorite place or thing to do in Miami Lakes with artwork that will be displayed at Town Hall has part of “I Heart Miami Lakes.”Deadline for submissions is Monday, July 18. Up to 50 artworks will be chosen to be displayed from August through October. The “I Heart Miami Lakes Art Expo” will be held on Friday, August 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments...

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee will be hosting twice-monthly nutritious lunches and bingo for seniors on the second and fourth Wednesdays of June, July, August and September.The social event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. It is sponsored by The Graham Companies, Always At Your Side Adult Day Care, Florida Pace Centers, Giardino Gourmet Salads, and District 13 Miami-Dade...

Miami Lakes community members were recognized at the June Town Council meeting for their accomplishments and community support.Marge Wessel was named an honorary member of the Town’s Youth Activities Task Force after years of service and dedication. A founding member of the Sports Society, she has been integral in honoring local girls and women who promote opportunities for females in sports. She has been an educator and assistant...