Spanish Lake Elementary School (SLE) students paid tribute to their Hispanic heritage, customs, and culture throughout the month of October in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. With a majority of SLE's student population coming from a Hispanic background, they are even more engaged in the study of how Hispanic people have positively influenced and enriched the nation with contributions.The culminating activity for the school is...

Marisel Gamez, a Miami Lakes resident since 2001, recently graduated from law school and passed the Florida Bar exam in September.Gamez attended the University of Florida to earn two bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and English. A longtime devoted student who excelled in high school, graduating in the top 10 percent, and also excelled in undergraduate studies, it was a natural transition to pursue a law degree at the Florida...

Sunrise Presbyterian Church is hosting a holiday sale on Saturday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue, north of Miami Lakes. All items are discounted. Save 50 to 90 percent off on all items which include Christmas decorations, housewares, jewelry, toys, furniture and more. 

Stu Wyllie, president and CEO of The Graham Companies (standing right), was commended by the Town Council for helping Miami Lakes elderly residents Eduardo and Maria Caces (seated). The couple were in poor condition due to their home being without power after Hurricane Irma. Wyllie took it upon himself to provide a room for them at Shula’s Hotel on Main Street until they were able to recover. Pictured (from left) Councilmembers Ceasar...

Miami Lakes ghosts and goblins are invited to attend the Town’s Youth Activities Task Force’s annual Halloween event, “Nightmare on Montrose” beginning at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 31, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.Event sponsor is Andy’s Police Supplies with additional sponsorship support from Specialty Smiles and the Law Firm of Gloria Garcia.The free event will feature pumpkin...