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...

Pets of Miami Lakes

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 20, 2022

    Say hello to Kira!     She is a “Pomsky,” a Pomeranian and Siberian Husky mix.      The 14-pound, 6-year-old pup has a fluffy white coat and distinctive blue and black eyes.      “She’s a very good girl,” said her owner, Maxine Mantrana. “She’s still like a puppy, loves to run and is the fastest dog at the dog park.”   ...

Our Neighborhoods: The Upper East Side

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 20, 2022

    As we continue exploring the Upper East Side in Miami Lakes, two large buildings at Northwest 163rd Street and Northwest 59th Avenue are home to several unique businesses.       Vericast, which recently changed its name from Valassis, focuses on marketing technology.       “Vericast is a leading marketing solutions company that helps thousands of businesses connect with...

Police: Prevent theft, follow the 9 p.m. routine

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 20, 2022

     Miami-Dade Police are urging Miami Lakers to follow the “9 p.m. routine” after two residents in the gated Satori community reported suspects broke into vehicles and stole property, including a gun.       Video in a WSVN-Ch.7 report showed people dressed in black running from driveway to driveway, testing car door handles.      “[Burglars] attempted to see if several...

JetStream Federal Credit Union names new executive

Business By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 20, 2022

     JetStream Federal Credit Union in Miami Lakes announced the appointment of Danielly Camacho as its new manager of Human Resources.      The hiring of Camacho, of Miami Lakes, was announced in June.      JetStream’s President and Chief Executive Officer Jeanne Kucey praised Camacho’s “ ... organizational leadership and team building...

Miami Lakes Library programs through July 30

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 20, 2022

     The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering the following online and in-person classes. Space is limited; in some cases you must register in advance for online events.      Free 2022 Hurricane preparation guides are available at all branches. Homework Help & Tutoring Program Funded in part by The Children’s Trust In Person, Sat., July 16, 23,...
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