Abi Rose, a Cairn Terrier mix, had been returned to her rescue organization because her former owners said she was hyperactive and bothered other dogs.       But now she is sitting pretty after Elsa and Rafael Bergolla, who live in the Royal Oaks East community in Miami Lakes, adopted her.       “We love her to pieces,” Elsa Bergolla said of her 2-year-old pet. “She is...

    Villaggio in the Lakes is an attractive office complex you can’t miss as you travel along Northwest 151st Street on the east side of Miami Lakes.       Two buildings, each with three stories, house 30 businesses: Attorneys; accountants; medical services and tutoring among the variety of firms found there.      Attorney Joshua J. Hertz moved across town into 5803 NW 151st St. earlier...

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering these online and in-person classes.  Space is limited, registration may be required. Mad City Money  Wed., Nov. 16  4 p.m. - 5 p.m.  Financial literacy for teens.  During a Game of Life activity, players learn about budgeting and then test their knowledge on whether they can successfully manage their money. Presented by the Dade...

Nov. 17 Senior field trip to the library. Join the Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee and visit the county library branch in Miami Lakes. Seniors 60+ must provide their own transportation. Miami Lakes Library, 6699 Windmill Gate Road. 11 a.m. Free.  Nov. 17 Teen open hang at The Spot. Kids ages 12-to- 15 can enjoy an evening of refreshments and video games at this monthly hang at The Spot. Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075...

      Miami Lakes Town Manager Edward Pidermann got a raise and a new contract.      The town council voted to extend Pidermann’s contract through Feb. 2027 during its Nov. 1 meeting, and to increase his salary to $215,000. He’ll also be eligible for performance-related bonuses.      “I am honored and appreciative of those who supported me,” Pidermann said after the...