Alamo Drafthouse Cinema prepares for opening at Mercato The newest movie theater in Southwest Florida opens April 29, and it does so with an array of entertainment offerings that go beyond the usual options across the region.
Let’s Waffle opens in Cape Coral Let’s Waffle is one of two businesses the Feix family launched locally, with the FMS Florida Boat Tours and Limousine Service owned and operated by Feix’s husband, Alexander.
Planned Punta Gorda hotel, pub, brewery faces construction delay Kevin Doyle, owner of Celtic Ray Public House Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, and his partner, S4 Global Investments, were found in violation of the city’s exposed soils code.
Three Sisters Spring Toast the manatee released by FWC, SeaWorld and Casey DeSantis near Crystal River A manatee named Toast was released back into the Florida waters after a final medical evaluation from wildlife officials.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Man arrested and charged with over 90 counts of fraud The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a man for allegedly stealing items from a business and then pawning them.
Man accused of pulling gun on someone ordering at Collier County Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru A man has been arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on someone ordering at a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru in Collier County.
League Club of Naples awards record $683K in grants to Collier, Lee nonprofits At a mid-April breakfast event, the 35 area nonprofit agencies—chosen from a record number of applicants—were awarded grants from the women’s volunteer organization in areas ranging from arts education, to fighting hunger and homelessness, to providing bikes and wheelchairs to children in need
Tim Aten Knows: Chick-fil-A drive-thru proposal faces criticism in Naples Chick-fil-A is proposing a drive-thru restaurant at the site of the former Red Lobster restaurant on U.S. 41 in Naples, but the project is facing early criticism.
Man convicted for murder of 17-year-old girl will be in court for resentencing A convicted man will be in court for resentencing for a murder that he committed as a teenager almost 20 years ago.
NAPLES Friday’s Furry Friends: Holly, Slim For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Collier County Domestic Animal Services to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: Dust Devil spotted spiraling in Fort Myers A dust devil was spotted and recorded by a WINK News viewer on Hanson Street in Fort Myers.
Warm, dry and breezy afternoon after a comfortable morning The Weather Authority is tracking a comfortable Friday morning start with dry and breezy afternoon conditions expected.
NAPLES Event held in Naples for National Crime Victims Week The City of Naples and Project HELP held an event in Baker Park for National Crime Victims Week.
NAPLES 25-acre brush fire off I-75 in Collier County lowers air quality The Greater Naples Fire Rescue responded to a 25-acre brush fire at Mile Marker 96 on I-75 in the Picayune Strand State Forest.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral softball coach arrested for alleged inappropriate conduct with student released on bond A former Cape Coral volunteer softball coach arrested for alleged sexual contact with a student was released from jail on bond.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema prepares for opening at Mercato The newest movie theater in Southwest Florida opens April 29, and it does so with an array of entertainment offerings that go beyond the usual options across the region.
Let’s Waffle opens in Cape Coral Let’s Waffle is one of two businesses the Feix family launched locally, with the FMS Florida Boat Tours and Limousine Service owned and operated by Feix’s husband, Alexander.
Planned Punta Gorda hotel, pub, brewery faces construction delay Kevin Doyle, owner of Celtic Ray Public House Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, and his partner, S4 Global Investments, were found in violation of the city’s exposed soils code.
Three Sisters Spring Toast the manatee released by FWC, SeaWorld and Casey DeSantis near Crystal River A manatee named Toast was released back into the Florida waters after a final medical evaluation from wildlife officials.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Man arrested and charged with over 90 counts of fraud The Cape Coral Police Department arrested a man for allegedly stealing items from a business and then pawning them.
Man accused of pulling gun on someone ordering at Collier County Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru A man has been arrested after allegedly pulling a gun on someone ordering at a Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru in Collier County.
League Club of Naples awards record $683K in grants to Collier, Lee nonprofits At a mid-April breakfast event, the 35 area nonprofit agencies—chosen from a record number of applicants—were awarded grants from the women’s volunteer organization in areas ranging from arts education, to fighting hunger and homelessness, to providing bikes and wheelchairs to children in need
Tim Aten Knows: Chick-fil-A drive-thru proposal faces criticism in Naples Chick-fil-A is proposing a drive-thru restaurant at the site of the former Red Lobster restaurant on U.S. 41 in Naples, but the project is facing early criticism.
Man convicted for murder of 17-year-old girl will be in court for resentencing A convicted man will be in court for resentencing for a murder that he committed as a teenager almost 20 years ago.
NAPLES Friday’s Furry Friends: Holly, Slim For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Collier County Domestic Animal Services to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: Dust Devil spotted spiraling in Fort Myers A dust devil was spotted and recorded by a WINK News viewer on Hanson Street in Fort Myers.
Warm, dry and breezy afternoon after a comfortable morning The Weather Authority is tracking a comfortable Friday morning start with dry and breezy afternoon conditions expected.
NAPLES Event held in Naples for National Crime Victims Week The City of Naples and Project HELP held an event in Baker Park for National Crime Victims Week.
NAPLES 25-acre brush fire off I-75 in Collier County lowers air quality The Greater Naples Fire Rescue responded to a 25-acre brush fire at Mile Marker 96 on I-75 in the Picayune Strand State Forest.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral softball coach arrested for alleged inappropriate conduct with student released on bond A former Cape Coral volunteer softball coach arrested for alleged sexual contact with a student was released from jail on bond.
Credit: via WINK News. The fire-rescue community in Southwest Florida is mourning the loss of a man known for helping anyone. Tuesday, Firefighter Tony Christensen died of COVID-19 at the hospital in Orlando where he was being treated. Firefighter Tony Christensen. Credit. Naples Fire-Rescue Department. Tony was known for his service as well as being an animal lover, who took time do to the simple things like stopping to fix a broken door at a restaurant. Firefighters paid their respects to Tony Wednesday, visiting the Gendron Funeral Home in Fort Myers where his body is resting currently. Many people referred to Christensen as a “teddy bear,” a perfect nickname for a man who stood 6-foot-5. A friend of Tony said he was as gentle as they come. His kindness was his trademark. Local bar Liki Tiki BBQ Naples was Tony’s favorite place to visit after a shift. In his honor, the bar saved Tony a seat. Gone and already missed, Tony had a way about him that touched people. ”He did the third shift at the fire station, so he’d come here around 7 a.m., and I was always here cleaning, getting the place ready,” said Gordon Stojoski with Liki Tiki. “We’d have a few drinks before he’d go home and go to sleep.” And it was those special moments Stojoski holds onto in his grief. “He liked his Tito’s and soda,” Stojoski said. “We’ve been leaving one for him every day, waiting for him from the hospital.” The folks at Liki Tiki still have a seat reserved for Christensen, now decorated with American flags as a small tribute to the Naples firefighter who seemed to be everyone’s friend. ”Our grand opening day, some of our doors weren’t working properly so he went home and brought a bunch of tools and got down on his knees to try and help us get the place open,” Stojoski said. Tony seemed to always be there, whether it was helping the community or being there for neighbors on his street. ”I had a severe fall,” said Dan Guan, Tony’s neighbor and friend. “And [Tony] just came in and sat down and just wanted to do whatever he could to help.” ”When he went into the hospital here in Naples, obviously, we weren’t allowed to go in and see him,” Stojoski said. “Nobody sat there for 30 days. We were waiting for him to come home.” Unfortunately, Tony did not recover from COVID-19, but he is now home with his family, friends and community — forever in their hearts. ”This is one of the saddest days of my life,” Guan said. “Naples has lost one of the best people that ever been in this town,” Stojoski said. Those we spoke to say Tony’s wife is heartbroken right now. The Naples Fire-Rescue shared Tony’s funeral arrangements Wednesday. According to the the fire department Facebook post, a private viewing for Firefighter Tony Christensen will be Thursday evening for family and close friends only. They ask everyone respect their wishes for privacy then. The public Memorial Service will be a traditional fire service ceremony scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. See the post for more details.