Miami Lakes and Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) partnered on July 23  to offer local businesses a free seminar called “How to Do Business with Miami-Dade County Public Schools” at Mary Collins Community Center. Attendees learned about the procurement process with the school system and got tips on how to participate in bidding opportunities. Pictured (from left) Ana Rijo-Conde, Deputy Chief Facilities and...

  Elizabeth Coto has been appointed vice president and market manager for the Hialeah and Miami Lakes markets by U.S. Century Bank. Coto will oversee all personal and business banking efforts in the neighboring areas. She is responsible for the day-to-day operations as well as continuing to increase deposits, the lending portfolio, and expanding the bank’s customer base in the area. A seasoned banking professional, Coto most...

  The Town of Miami Lakes is looking for volunteers to assist town staff and committee members with events, activities and programs in the town. Residents who are seeking school community services hours are encouraged to participate. Interested persons can go to the Town’s website www.miamilakes-fl.gov and under “Departments” scroll down to click on “Human Resources.” Then on the right-hand side click on...

  Miami Lakes Veterans Committee will host a Veterans Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, at the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. Veterans interested in attending need to bring their valid driver’s license and copies of their DD-214 that shows the type of discharge (or equivalent for National Guard/Reserve) and a resume. The Job Fair will include employers from a...

  Ameli Padron-Fragetta, a 21-year resident of Miami Lakes, has been selected to the Florida Association of Women Lawyers (FAWL) 2014 Class of Leaders in the Law. The award is given to women lawyers throughout the state of Florida who have earned the respect of others professionally, been involved in activities for the betterment of the local community, exemplified the qualities of a positive role model, and advanced the cause of women...