North Naples woman convicted in brutal bludgeoning death of roommate
A Collier County jury returned a guilty verdict for a woman who bludgeoned her roommate to death with a microphone stand in 2019. Amanda Cook, 41, of North Naples, faces sentencing for second-degree murder on Jan. 22, the State Attorney's Office reports. Cook attacked her roommate, Karen Leiti, 64, using a 9-pound...
SCAM ALERT – IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR FORT MYERS BEACH RESIDENTS
The Town of Fort Myers Beach has received reports of a scam currently impacting our community. A criminal organization is sending fake utility notices to residents that appear to come from the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce. This is not legitimate. Please know:. Utility bills will never come from...
Mana Minute (12/15/25)
Your donation will help support not only the student Journalism and Yearbook clubs at Marco Island Academy, but as well as any new equipment, club improvements, and annual website hosting costs. Luca Garcia-Perfecto is a senior at Marco Island Academy and a Staff Writer for The Wave. Luca plans to...
Now You Know: Sticker winners; For The Love of Cats recognized; more
For the Love of Cats has been named a “Top-Rated Nonprofit” by Great Nonprofits for 2025, marking 14 consecutive years of recognition. The recognition is based on feedback from donors, volunteers and the people it serves. For the Love of Cats, which got its start on Marco Island,...
VIDEO: Bobby Alu – Hello Again (Live Music) | Sugarshack Sessions
Bobby Alu – Hello Again (Live Music) | Sugarshack Sessions. 🔔 Subscribe to Sugarshack’s Channel: https://bit.ly/4hNw3OT. Bobby Alu from Gold Coast, Australia performing his original song “Hello Again” live at the Sugarshack in Bonita Springs, FL. Episode 1246. More sessions from Bobby Alu:. One To...
Naples Pier debris will go to two staging areas during demolition
Demolition of what's left of the Naples Pier could begin in January. Officials said parts of the remaining structure will be used to build artificial reefs.
Naples Winter Wine Festival focuses on children’s health
The Naples Children Foundation (NCF), the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) announced that its annual Fund a Need will focus on children’s healthcare, addressing critical gaps in access to mental health, oral health, vision and primary healthcare services. Every dollar raised for this...
Canary Club Brings Wood-Fired Pizzas With Middle Eastern Flavors to Bonita Springs
Brandon and Caitlin Schewe launched Canary Club this past June. The location sits inside the Waterline Bonita Springs Street Retail building on Old 41 Road. Guests can try wood-fired pizzas alongside shareable plates that pull from Middle Eastern cooking traditions. This marks the third venture the Schewes have...
Old Vines Opens Supper Club at Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples
Old Vines launched The Supper Club at Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The eatery relocated to 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 158. It now boasts 2,200 square feet with more seats and new drink selections. Step inside and you'll find throwback touches from the 1930s and 1940s, like...
AERIAL VIDEO: Father, son found shoeless and stranded in Florida gator-infested swamp
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — Shoeless, soaked, and running out of water, a father and son were hoisted to safety after their ATV ran out of gas and became stuck in the thick muck of Florida's swamp. The Collier County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) said that on Dec. 4, the...

















