Jul 18, 2011 | COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Losing a pet is a horrible feeling, and finding them can be a challenge. In Pinecrest, there is now one more way to help find a lost pet…Facebook. The Village of Pinecrest has created a Lost and Found Facebook Page where residents may post information about...
Jul 11, 2011 | COMMUNITY INFORMATION
In 1917, construction on the causeway began, after the Collins Bridge (known as the Venetian Causeway today) was deteriorating. The Bridge was the only route that connected mainland Miami with iami Beach. In 1920, construction was completed on the causeway. In...
Jul 7, 2011 | COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Henry Morrison Flagler wore many hats – railroad developer, real estate mogul and a partner of John D. Rockefeller in Standard Oil. Flagler founded Palm Beach and what became known as the Florida East Coast Railway. Born in 1830, he received an 8th grade...
Jul 1, 2011 | COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Fourth of July is here and there are many local events and places to watch fireworks. On Key Biscayne, the annual 4th of July Parade will take place at 11 am. In Coconut Grove, the 4th of July Celebration in Peacock Park takes place from 2-9 pm and will feature food,...
Jun 30, 2011 | COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Julia Tuttle came down to Florida from Cleveland, Ohio. After her husband passed, she ran the iron foundry which he owned. In 1891, her father passed and left her his land in Florida. She sold the iron foundry business in Ohio and moved to Biscayne Bay, purchasing the...
Jun 29, 2011 | COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Last month, an online contest was held, asking readers to vote for their favorite cities in the United States. The City of Coral Gables came in second place in most votes in the Most Beautiful City category. Coral Gables was recently named a finalist for the Most...
