Eight residents apply for vacant council seat

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Monday, December 23, 2024

Eight residents have filed paperwork to fill Seat 4 on the Miami Lakes town council. The seat formerly held by Josh Dieguez became vacant when he was elected mayor on Nov. 26. Dieguez, Vice Mayor Bryan Morera and council members Angelo...

Community Calendar

Calendar By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Sept. 13 through Sept. 29 “Ms. And Ms. Watson, Apt 2B” at the Main Street Players. A modern dark comedic take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “Sherlock Holmes.” The play by Katie Hamill brings two women together to solve a mystery on a classic tale. Main Street Playhouse, 6812 Main St. Adults $30 and students, seniors and military $25. For tickets, visit www.mainstreetplayers.com. Curtain rises at 8 p.m. Friday and...

Miami-Dade Sewer and Water begins water main flushing

Government By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Monday, September 16, 2024

Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer will be conducting its annual chlorine conversion through Sept. 22. Residents may notice a chlorine taste, smell or cloudy water, a release from the Town of Miami Lakes said. Chlorination is part of the water treatment process and is considered to be an effective and safe method to treat water, according to the Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer department. The taste, smelly and cloudy water are...

Miami Lakes Veterans Committee is accepting nominations for grand marshal of the parade

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Monday, September 16, 2024

The Miami Lakes Veterans Committee is seeking nominations for its grand marshal for the 45th annual Veterans Day Parade. Veterans from all branches and wars may be nominated to lead the parade on Nov. 3. Requirements to nominate a grand marshal are proof of honorable service in the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force or Coast Guard; must be a resident in good standing in the community; have displayed outstanding...

DeSantis holds roundtable in Miami Lakes about condominium assessments

Government By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez came to Miami Lakes on Sept. 9 to discuss the recently passed condo law and the hardships it has caused state residents. The meeting, held at the Roberto Alonso Community Center,  brought residents from Miami Lakes, Hialeah and the surrounding areas to discuss how new inspection schedules have caused a rise in condo assesment fees to pay for repairs for property owneres throughout the...

A festive return to school for area kids

Education By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Students returned to school in mid-August with eager expressions and sharpened pencils. Educators shared photos that captured the excitement of the new academic year.

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