John Paul Yanes is Town Employee of the Year

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, October 30, 2024

     In just 18 months as Miami Lakes’ Special Project Manager, John JP Yanes demonstrated leadership skills that won him the town’s Employee of the Year award.      Among his attributes described by...
  Miami Lakes Congregational Church, revitalilzing an annual tradition, is inviting the community to a “Messiah Sing Along” directed by Dr. Adolfo Vidal, and accompanied by professional soloists and chamber orchestra. This year’s “Sing Along” will be at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 13, at the church, 6701 Miami Lakeway South, across from Miami Lakes K-8 Center. The Christmas portion of...
  Betty Lou Meador, a 51-year resident and stable in the Miami Lakes community, dentist and community activist, and the mother of former Miami Lakes Councilmember Robert Meador, passed away on Thursday, November 19 at Hialeah Hospital, where she was surrounded by family members. She was 82. Meador was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on October 3. 1933, one of three children of George W. and Edith Mae Smith.  She graduated from the...

M.L. Library Branch offers programs during December

Community Tuesday, December 1, 2015

  Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during November: For Children and Families: Fun Stories for the Family – Stories on demand for ages 5 and up at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18. Reading Ready Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 19. For Teens:...

Com. Jordan gives away 900 turkeys

Community Tuesday, December 1, 2015

  Miami-Dade County Commissioner Barbara J. Jordan gave away a record 900 turkeys to families in need at the 11th annual turkey giveaway at Landmark in northwest Miami-Dade. Jordan and sponsors handed out turkeys and fresh produce to the elderly, handicapped, and social organizations that serve the community. The donated turkeys were accompanied by fresh produce provided by Farmshare. The turkey basket distribution was made possible by...

We Get Letters: Campos family expresses appreciation

Community By Lissette Campos-Perez, Special to The Miami Laker Tuesday, December 1, 2015

  Last April, cancer robbed us of our dad, Sergio Campos. While the loss has been devastating to our family, the community support has brought healing to our broken hearts. Over the past few months, mom has received beautiful letters and emails from residents across Miami Lakes.  From staff at town hall to the cashiers at the nearby Publix, everyone has had touching things to say about “Papi.” The posthumous award of...
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