Coral Springs Top Stories
By LEON FOOKSMAN
December 10, 2024
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - The annual Coral Springs Holiday Parade is set to take place this Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. along Sample Road. This year’s theme, “Magical Memories: A Ride Down Memory Lane,” will feature performances and floats from local schools, organizations, and community groups, aiming to ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Nancy Mateyer Bowen made history again last week when her fellow Coral Springs city commissioners selected her to be the city’s vice mayor, making her the first Black and Haitian American woman to serve in the role. In 2020, she became the first Black and Haitian American woman ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Residents of Coral Springs and Parkland will have the opportunity to learn critical emergency response skills through the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training Academy, beginning in February. The program kicks off with a virtual informational webinar on Jan.
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Seven years ago, couple Elizabeth and Glen Redway found themselves on the dream vacation they’d waited 25 years to take—a long-overdue honeymoon in Aruba. But instead of savoring the moment, Elizabeth was worried. Her husband, Glen, was constantly fatigued, unable to keep up ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — On deck for road work in Coral Springs: addressing the high crash rate on Royal Palm Boulevard from University Drive to Riverside Drive. That’s part of the Broward County Metropolitan Planning Organization’s plans for Coral Springs as part of its 25-year transportation plan, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - A Coral Springs woman was arrested this week after an alleged road rage incident in the parking lot of Target at 9600 Westview Drive, a police report said. Jennifer Paras, 50, is accused of punching another driver in the face on Sept. 23 during a confrontation that began when ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Known for its culinary diversity, South Florida is adding a flavorful new chapter with the rise of Peruvian-Chinese fusion cuisine, or Chifa. This cherished tradition was born from Chinese immigrants in Peru who adapted their recipes to incorporate local ingredients, creating a ...
MARGATE, FL - Thor, an adorable Labrador Retriever mix puppy, is searching for his forever family through UFAR Animals Rescue, a nonprofit organization in Margate. He has a stunning chocolate-brown coat accented by a charming white chest, according to the orgnization. This lovable pup is not only ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Coral Springs will host a series of community events this month to celebrate the holiday season with lights, a parade, and a market.The festivities begin Saturday with "Light up the Lawn" at City Hall (9500 W. Sample Road) from 5 to 8 p.m. The event includes the lighting of the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - As Coral Springs moved to take over the Coral Springs Swim Club, confusion reigned around what happens next. The city commission voted on Wednesday unanimously to sever ties as of Dec. 20 with Swim Phish Inc., the company that provided coaching services to the club and that is ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL. — In his 16 years of life, Maxim “Max” Georgiev, affected people across the country and many who knew him are now reaching out to support his family after he died by suicide earlier this week. The Georgiev family lived in Boston and southwestern Connecticut before moving to ...
PARKLAND, FL – The section of Loxahatchee Road between University Drive and Parkside Drive will reopen to traffic on Friday, Parkland city officials announced on Thursday.Although the road will be accessible to cars and trucks, construction work will still be underway, and pedestrians and cyclists ...
MARGATE, FL - When Ram Chavali, M.D., set up an interventional neuroradiology program in the late 1990s at Harvard Medical School’s teaching hospital, certain stroke procedures could take him six hours. Today, he can perform some of those operations up to 10 times faster at HCA Florida Northwest ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - The Northwest Regional Library in Coral Springs will host a Holiday Family Festival on Saturday from 11 - 1 PM in Room 104. The event will include activities such as games, storytime, music, and vendors offering family-friendly items.Families can also enjoy treats and meet ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL - As Coconut Creek residents light up their homes for the holidays, city leaders put out some recommendations on how to decorate trees or palms. “Do not use spikes, nails, screws, tacks, staples, or hooks on trees or palms,” Coconut Creek wrote on a social media post. “These ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – After a 43-year career in law enforcement, David Dittman has found a new way to serve his Coral Springs community: as a children’s book author. Drawing on his years as a school resource officer in Coral Springs, Dittman published his debut book, The Magic Bench, which explores ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - The famed Coral Springs Swim Club, which has produced Olympic swimmers, has had a turbulent couple of years, culminating in a pending decision by the city’s elected leaders on whether to cut ties with the outfit it hired to run it. Coral Springs City Commission is scheduled to ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Hailey Rose -- a 30-year-old pastry chef and general manager of Cookiehead Bakery in Coral Springs -- is on a mission: to create treats that earn an unmistakable nod of approval. “That tells me they like it,” she said. A lifelong passion for baking has brought her a lot of nods ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – One of the new Coconut Creek Cali Coffee locations that’s currently under construction at Hillsboro Marketplace on Hillsboro Boulevard is expected to open in about four months. “The developer expects it to be finished and open for business in late March 2025,” said Yvonne Lopez, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Last week, 17-year-old Jessica Alspach put the finishing touches on a new mural of a coffee plant, showcasing cherries as they transform into beans, at 360F Specialty Coffee Roasters in Coral Springs.The artwork was commissioned as part of the coffee roaster’s expansion into the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Coral Springs police arrested a 47-year-old former Bank of America employee on a charge of video voyeurism. Juan Hurtado, of Coconut Creek, is accused of secretly installing an imaging device to record a woman without her consent on Nov. 8, according to an arrest warrant.He ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Coral Springs is looking to end a contract with Swimphish, a city-based company offering professional swimming coach services at the city’s aquatic center.According to a city memo, terminating the services of city-based Swimphish will “enable the city to establish a new staffing ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - A police report revealed what led to a student getting arrested at Coral Glades High School in Coral Springs earlier this month during a fight.Christopher Lamarre, 18, was taken into custody after wrestling with the school’s vice principal and kicking a police officer several ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - This week, I explored a mix of local gems and regional standouts, from bold Peruvian ceviche to authentic Saigonese cuisine. Whether you’re craving pizza perfection or the fusion flavors of Peruvian Chinese, there’s something here to inspire your next meal.Peter’s ...
MARGATE, FL - Coco, a charming male poodle, is searching for his forever family through UFAR Animals Rescue, a nonprofit organization in Margate. At 11.5 pounds, this small, adult pup is the perfect companion for anyone seeking a sweet and loyal friend. Coco is house-trained, neutered, and ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Coral Springs is looking to transform entrances into the city with striking new murals on Sawgrass Expressway overpasses.It’s one of the key features of a proposed Public Art Master Plan heading to city commissioners for approval, part of the city’s efforts to expand public art ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – In a small strip mall across from Costco Wholesale in Coral Springs, a tiny restaurant is doing something truly unique. By morning and early afternoon, it’s Julian’s Bagel Place, a classic breakfast and lunch spot. But after 3 p.m., it transforms into Anita’s, an authentic ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — It’s not a joke: a U.S. Postal Service driver was bitten by a dog in the Centura Parc neighborhood of Coconut Creek, according to a police bulletin released this week.The attack happened on Nov. 21 in the 2300 block of NW 34 Road, between 12:10 p.m. and 12:14 p.m.Details about ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL— A blood trail at a Home Depot in Coral Springs led police to arrest a man accused of stealing tools from the store.According to an arrest report, store loss prevention staff noticed a man – later identified as 49-year-old Cesar Hernandez – bleed and leaving a trail through the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL. — As Coral Springs residents put down their forks and knives after having their fill of turkey and all the sides, attention for many turns to end-of-the-year traditions, including holiday light displays. Here are a few of the areas with light-up-the-holiday events and ...