Perla Tabares Hantman dies; longtime school board chair was 88

Featured By Linda Trischitta, Editor Friday, March 7, 2025

Perla Tabares Hantman of Miami Lakes, who served 26 years on the Miami-Dade County School Board, died March 4. She was 88 and was surrounded by her family when she passed away at the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center,...

Town Topics: What TV shows and movies are you most looking forward to seeing this fall season?

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, October 6, 2022

Jose Llano Business banker, First Citizens Bank, Miami Lakes      “Yellowstone” [on Paramount] is the only show I watch right now, [the new season begins] in November,” Jose Llano said.  “It comes out all at once, [but] I’ll take my time,” he said.  Michael Fava Private wealth manager, Miami Lakes     “Football,” Michael...

Pets of Miami Lakes

Featured By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, October 6, 2022

     Despite their youth (just 9.5 months) and petite forms (about 7.5 pounds) Chihuahuas Luli and Pepa enjoy playdates with a gentle Doberman Pinscher named Kobi, who tips the scale at 100 pounds.      The sisters live on Main Street in Miami Lakes with Cynthia Ley-Sepe and her children, Alex Ley, 21, Nicky Ley, 17 and Mimi Ley, 20.      “They are very loving to me, but...

Community Calendar for October

Calendar By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, October 6, 2022

To register for activities, visit https//:toml.eventbrite.com.  Sept. 23 to Oct. 16. “Topdog/Underdog,” presented by The Main Street Players. The Players’ third show of the season is directed by Carey Brianna Hart. Main Street Playhouse, 6812 Main St. Tickets are $25 to $30 and may be purchased at www.mainstreetplayers.com. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Oct. 6 Book talk with Alka Joshi. The...

Miami Lakes Library Programs in October

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, October 6, 2022

  The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering the following online and in-person classes.  Space is limited. In most cases, you must register in advance. Free 2022 Hurricane preparation guides are available at all branches. Homework Help & Tutoring Program -- In Person  Funded in part by The Children’s Trust Sat. Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.  Certified...

Our Neighborhoods: The Upper East Side

Business By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, October 6, 2022

      At the southern end of Northwest 59th Avenue in Miami Lakes, unique businesses on large campuses serve those working in education, the construction industry and job placement.       The top-performing Miami Lakes Educational Center high school and its Technical College are a landmark.       Miami Lakes Educational Center is part of the Miami-Dade County School District and is a...
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