The office of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Doral, presented Miami Lakes Councilman Alex Sanchez with a Congressional Veteran Commendation in November.       Sanchez served in the United States Navy until 2007 as a petty officer, second class. He was awarded the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Good Conduct Medal and Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, among other commendations. Sanchez will have...

     After Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Maj. Jose Gonzalez presented his final crime report to the Miami Lakes council, elected officials and residents gave him a standing ovation.      In the nearly three years he has led the town’s police district, crime has fallen significantly.            Robberies dropped from four in 2024 to two, and those were domestic cases, he...

     Miami Lakes has a new landmark: A two-story Christmas tree, decorated with lights and red, green, silver and gold balls. It stands at the corner of Main Street and New Barn Road.      The brightly lighted yule tree beckoned families who attended the 40th Annual Festival of Lights, presented by the Main Street Merchants and The Graham Companies.       Clive Smith photographed his wife...

Mayor Josh Dieguez’s first State of the Town address has been rescheduled to Dec. 8 at Town Hall at 6:30 p.m. During past ceremonies the town's mayor has recounted the year and described successes by various departments and the town council. It was previously scheduled for Dec. 3 but was postponed. This will be Dieguez’s first State of the Town address, after winning the 2024 election and moving from a council seat to...

On Saturday, Dec. 6, Miami Dade College's north campus will be transformed into a winter wonderland. If it's anything like last year, Santa will arrive by helicopter from the North Pole at 10 a.m.  There will be a holiday parade with costumed characters, Santa's helpers and local marching bands. Also, storytime with Mrs. Claus, and performances by dancers, musicians and youth groups. Interactive zones will include...