The Town of Miami Lakes will receive $8 million in federal appropriations for use towards its planned senior center, thanks to U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Doral.      “He has put in $8 million for the senior center,” Town Manager Edward Pidermann said.      Once the federal money is approved, it will be presented to the Town of Miami Lakes to use for its projects.     ...

If the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations are helping you feel the artistic muse, Miami-Dade County has a competition for you.      Residents have until July 8 to submit entries in the “Our County, Our Country” community art competition.      The competition centers on the theme “We Are America: Miami’s Place in the Nation’s Story.” According to the...

The Fourth of July always dazzles at Veterans Park - but as the United States of America celebrates its 250th, organizers are planning something fit for a big birthday.      Spectators are invited to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. They’re also encouraged to dress in red, white and blue - or even better, dress up like a colonial American.      Festivities kick off at 6 p.m. with a DJ....

More than 30 residents from the Lake Patricia neighborhood attended a public hearing to oppose new on and off ramps for the Gratigny Parkway.      While the residents did not agree with the off ramps, some residents were not opposed to on ramps.      Residents came out to the meeting, held on June 24 by the Greater Miami Expressway Authority at Miami Lakes Town Hall, to see plans and share opinions on the...

July 4 Fourth of July Celebration. Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Veterans Park. Presented by the Cultural Affairs Committee, enjoy music performances, food trucks, a beer garden and kids’ lawn games. Fireworks at 9 p.m. The Special Needs Advisory Board will host a sensory friendly zone. 15151 NW 82 Ave. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Free   July 5 250th United States celebration. The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany...