Naples FL

PUNTA GORDA — Charlotte and Collier County authorities have announced six arrests in what they’re calling an organized theft ring responsible for stealing an estimated $2 million in construction equipment and vehicles since 2021.

St. Raphael’s Episcopal Church is inviting the entire community to bring their pets for a special Blessing of the Pets on Saturday, September 27, at 10:00 AM at 5601 Williams Drive on Fort Myers Beach. All creatures great and small—dogs, cats, birds, fish, and more—are welcome to receive a...

Plans for a mixed-use development with workforce housing in East Naples have stirred opposition. On Sept. 2, the Bayshore Gateway Triangle Local Redevelopment Advisory Board voted 5-2 against the proposed project, which would include affordable and market-rate apartments and a casual Mediterranean-inspired...

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State records revealed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation conducted inspections at 192 restaurants in Collier County during the last 30 days. While 126 establishments passed their initial inspections, 66 restaurants failed to meet standards and required follow-up visits before meeting...

Grand Buffet on Tamiami Trail East received a warning from state inspectors after a complaint inspection found six violations that require a follow-up visit, according to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.

The City of Sanibel announced that work will begin on the much-anticipated Sanibel Boat Ramp Dock Replacement Project. Construction is scheduled to start on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, with the boat ramp expected to remain closed for up to 60 days, weather permitting. During this time, the ramp and adjoining...

Community Housing & Resources gathered local dignitaries and supporters on Sept. 4 to break ground on a new affordable housing apartment complex on the former site of Riverview, which was nearly destroyed by Hurricane Ian in 2022. CHR later demolished the Riverview complex located behind the 7-Eleven on Periwinkle...

Curran Young Construction has broken ground on a series of new projects across Southwest Florida valued at nearly $28 million. The slate of work spans Sarasota, Bonita Springs, Naples, and Cape Coral, delivering a mix of luxury clubhouses, wellness facilities, and commercial space for both residential and community...

Two men were stranded in the Gulf. A Marco Island fishing charter captain rescued them. Capt. Kevin Koprash of Six Chuter Charters in Marco Island was on a typical fishing trip with customers on Saturday, Aug. 30, when he noticed a white object floating in the waters about 35 miles from the island's coast.