As part of National Police Appreciation Week, Miami Lakes Public Safety Committee and councilmembers recognized the brave and exceptional service of local police officers, firefighters and public safety officials at the annual Public Safety Appreciation event. The event, sponsored by The Graham Companies and catered by local restaurant Casavana, featured a generous gift certificate donated at Andy’s Police Supply for a raffle....

  During the May 1 regular Town Council meeting, Mayor Manny Cid and councilmembers recognized Miami Lakes business, National Molding, located at 14427 N.W. 60 Avenue, for receiving the “Manufactured of the Year” honor by South Florida Manufacturing Association (SFMA) in all of South Florida in the 201+ employees category. The award was presented at the 39th Annual SFMA’s Recognition of Excellence Awards Banquet held...

  Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will host the annual Father’s Day Fishing Tournament from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 16, at the Miami Lakes Optimist Park Marina, 6411 N.W. 162 Street. The free family-oriented event is designed for a fun-filled Saturday morning and no experience is necessary. All equipment, including life jackets and fishing rods will be provided. There will be a competition to win prizes for most fish...

  In conjunction with the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign, Miami Lakes Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) is inviting residents to participate in the 2018 Home Beatification Contest. The contest will recognize residents who take special pride in improving their homes and landscaping. The winner will be awarded with a $1,000 Home Depot gift card and a commemorative lawn sign to be placed on their front yard. The winner...

  Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” from 6 to 8 p.m. during June at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. Friday, June 8 – Best Friends Night/Pizza. Nothing on earth is more prized than friendship. Bring best friends to make friend bracelets and enjoy delicious pizza to kick off summer vacation. Saturday, June 16 – Healthy Eating...