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Federal funding could skip some of Southwest Florida’s coast

Several areas in Southwest Florida are concerned that they’re being passed over for federal funding. The worry is that some of our coastal areas may not be fully protected. Just a few minutes from the shoreline sits Marco Island Center for the Arts. Right outside of the center is a time capsule. It’s set to […]

Trail proposed in Collier County to help protect pedestrians, cyclists

A proposed trail in Collier County will help protect walkers and bikers – and make sure tragedy doesn’t strike again. The Paradise Coast Trail is expected to be 70 miles long, and it will get people who walk, run or bike away from distracted drivers. Avid cyclist Cristin Madden of Bonita Springs survived a devastating […]

Park project in Golden Gate Estates on hold due to nationwide supply shortages

A much-anticipated community recreational center will not be done by the summer as planned. Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park’s project completion in Golden Gate Estates has been delayed by the nationwide construction supply shortage. When it does open to the public, it will include a playground, community center, swimming pools and athletic fields. Jessica Tarapeilla’s […]

Doberman in Collier County gives birth to 18 puppies

A Doberman in Collier County recently gave birth to 18 puppies. It isn’t quite a world record, but it’s still a lot! The new mama gave birth to the puppies with no help from a veterinarian, and the pups will have a lot of company: there are five kids in the house. Andrea Trammell already […]

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Police investigating attack at Naples Pier

A person was recently attacked at the Naples Pier with a stick or club with nails sticking out of it. Police are still investigating this attack that happened on Friday night. The Naples Police Department hasn’t said much so far, since it is an active investigation. No arrests have been made, yet beachgoers really hope […]

NAMI in Collier County introduces pet therapy for those in need of a furry hug

The stress of the pandemic is getting to some and the National Alliance on Mental Illness Collier County is trying to help. The help comes in the form of furry hugs. Petland Naples brings puppies to the Sarah Ann Drop-In Center once a month to interact with visitors who attend the center for support groups […]

Buying or selling a home? Check easements

After decades in the family, a woman is ready to sell her parents’ home, but she ran into a snag after learning where the property sits. Part of the home is fair game for a third party. It’s an issue that’s more common for homeowners than they might think. To Nancy Waterworth, her parents’ home […]

Town of Big Cypress planned in eastern Collier

A new town is in the works in Collier County. Developer Collier Enterprises hopes the new area, the Town of Big Cypress, will serve as a hub for three separate 1,000-acre villages in eastern Collier. Collier Enterprises said they’ll put in an application for the Town of Big Cypress after their three villages are approved. […]

Pro-life group rallies for Naples to become a ‘sanctuary city for the unborn’

A pro-life organization is working to outlaw abortion in a Southwest Florida city. Nonprofit Action for Life is fighting for Naples to become a “sanctuary city for the unborn.” They rallied outside Wednesday morning’s city council meeting. Dozens gathered in front of Naples City Hall holding signs, rosaries and flags. It’s the second time this […]