A Rural Florida Gem Near Naples With Green Spaces, Heritage, and Even a Wolf...
Tucked just east of Naples, Golden Gate blends rural quiet with surprising wild encounters and everyday community life. Picture pine-fringed parks, backyard canals with herons, and a hidden wolf sanctuary changing hearts one small tour at a time. This is where fitness trails, Friday-night youth sports, and shady...
Discovering Alternative Social Hubs: A Guide for Like-Minded Connections
A 24-year-old male is on a quest to find spots where he can meet like-minded friends. His search has sparked a lively discussion on social media, with several suggestions pouring in from various users.
SOCIETY: Collier Resource Center gala celebrates 10-year anniversary
Collier Resource Center’s 10-year anniversary at Artis—Naples Nov. 6 was a moment to come together with purpose and a plan — to find solutions for those suffering over the next decade and beyond. As Collier County’s navigation and case-management hub, CRC offers free, confidential assistance that connects residents...
Southwest Florida hospitals graded – One earns ‘B’ for safety; three earn ‘Cs’
NCH North Hospital was the only Collier County hospital to receive an above-average patient safety grade from the Leapfrog Group. In neighboring Lee County, three Lee Health hospitals earned top "A" grades for patient safety. Florida ranked 15th in the nation for the percentage of its hospitals receiving an "A"...
Marco Island Farmer’s Market makes chilly return
An arctic train of Canadian air blasted into Southwest Florida last week, causing temperatures to drop more than 30 degrees. This area typically sees lows in the 60s and highs in the 80s in early November. “It was 45 degrees this morning at Naples Airport this morning (Nov. 11),” said...
Former executive sued by Oakes Farms; accused of stealing millions from the company
A former executive of Oakes Farms is accused of stealing millions of dollars from the company to support a lavish lifestyle. In the suit, Oakes Farms alleges that Steven Veneziano Jr. used his position of power in the company to "steal millions of dollars in funds, equipment and assets." The...
U.S. News & World Report: Best nursing homes in Southwest Florida
Just over a dozen nursing homes in Southwest Florida are high performing for patient care, according to the latest analysis by U.S. News & World Report. The ratings are based on short or long term stays, or both. In Southwest Florida, six nursing homes in Collier County got top marks...
Attorney Blessing joins Arts Bonita
Attorney Haylee Blessing contributes to the Bonita Springs community beyond the courtroom as she joins the Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs board of directors. “It’s an honor to serve on the Arts Bonita Board and continue the tradition of Henderson Franklin attorneys giving back to our community. I’ve always...
Sales and construction to start on $350M Naples condo, marina project
Sales and construction to start on $350M condo, marina project. Henley US and Naples-based Gillette Development will soon begin work on The Halcyon Residences & Marina, a waterfront community to be built on a canal about 1 mile from downtown Naples. The joint venture recently secured full entitlements, clearing the...
From the Archives: From Monkey Joe to Battista, how Estero Bay was named
The following is edited from a July 5, 2015, article in the News-Press entitled “From Monkey Joe to Battista, how Estero Bay was named” by Andrea Stetson. Estero Bay has islands with names including Davis Key, Little Davis Key and Charlie Key. There is Porpoise Key and Grassy Key. Sister Island is just east of...
