Hitching a ride

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 20, 2025

     Miami Laker Rob Waterfield captured the moment when this greenback Heron paused on a Canada Goose decoy that is on Loch Andrews.

     Waterfield says the little heron likes to fish for minnows that swim in the lake and beneath the decoy. 

Local elected officials prepare for state lawmaking season

Government By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 20, 2025

     Fla. Rep. Tom Fabricio, R-Miami Lakes, posted this photo on social media on Feb. 11 after Miami Lakes Mayor Josh Dieguez and Town Manager Edward Pidermann visited Tallahassee to meet with him and Fla. Sen. Bryan Avila, R-Miami Springs. Fabricio wrote that they discussed goals for legislation and appropriations that will benefit the town. The legislature’s regular session begins on March 4     Shown...

Community Calendar

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Thursday, February 20, 2025

Feb. 19 Morning with Medics  Meet your Miami-Dade firefighters over coffee. Presented by the Mayor’s Office. Vanilla Espresso French Cafe, 16395 NW 67th Ave. 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Feb. 20 Mount Sinai Health Lecture. The Elderly Affairs Committee will host a Mount Sinai lecture by Dr. Joseph Barbera. The subject is Outpatient knee & hip replacement: When, Why & How? at Miami Lakes Town Hall, 6601 Main St. 11 a.m....

Miami Lakes Library Programs

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 20, 2025

    The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes.  Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early. Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes.         To check availability, call 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at bit.ly/3Wnp6tC.      The library at 6699 Windmill Gate Rd. is open Monday -...

Pets of Miami Lakes

Community By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, February 20, 2025

     Sisu protects the property of Roque Gonzalez and Zory Gonzalez in Miami Lakes.  The couple adopted the cat two years ago, after it was born in their driveway.       Ever since, he has lived on their covered patio at their home on the west side of town.      “He likes his freedom,” said Liliam Gonzalez-Wong, the couple’s daughter. “He has his little...
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