Big tech, small business: local businesses prepare for a new world

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, October 1, 2026

AI has, to put it mildly, been in the news lately. But for small business owners, it’s not just an existential global issue – it and other new technologies are also something that can affect their business in various practical ways...

Pets of Miami Lakes

Community 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...

Scene Around Town: Miami Lakers’ Views

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, October 5, 2022

      Since 2009, the sunsets over Lake Hilda in Miami Lakes have captured the attention of Brian Sands.  He and his wife Glenna Sands and their daughter Grace, 17, live in the Crooked Palm neighborhood.       “It’s amazing,” said Sands, who describes himself as an amateur photographer.  “Sometimes the sunsets are incredible.”       Sands...
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