Area news briefs for July 25-26, 2026 | Community News Briefs
Englewood Charlotte Library book sale ENGLEWOOD — The Friends of the Englewood Charlotte Library will have a fill-a-bag…
Confection perfection – Florida Weekly
Beach-inspired cake on sandy shore, crafted by Bess Charles. -COURTESY PHOTO While other seven and eight-year-olds were stirring…
Pop-up Porch Sale: Designer Handbags
Visit the Cottage for a Pop-Up Porch Sale featuring designer handbags from $25-$200 at the Estero Historical Society…
Guest Commentary | We must never forget
Twenty-five years ago, the United States was shaken by the tragic events that unfolded on the morning of…
MetroLagoons now accepting bookings for special events, holiday parties
MetroLagoons is now accepting reservations for special events, holiday parties and corporate retreats. MetroLagoons brings Florida’s signature coastal…
Guest Commentary | Navigating the emotions of sending a child to college
Across Southwest Florida, students have celebrations graduations, are attending parties and enjoying the freedom that comes with summer…
New liver means new life for Cape Coral girl
Genesis Torres, 11, has battled a liver-related condition since birth. Following a liver transplant, she’s well on her…
I-75 standoff suspect booked into Lee County jail, faces attempted murder charges | News
LEE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK) — The suspect accused of sparking an hours-long standoff that shut down Interstate 75…
Renner seeks nod in GOP primary for Governor
Editor’s Note: This week, Breeze Newspapers is profiling Paul Renner, who is running in the Aug. 18 Republican…
Police identify remains of 23-year-old woman Rose Marie Gayhart who disappeared in 1985
More than 40 years after Rose Marie Gayhart went missing from Cape Coral, Florida, her remains have been…
Fake Bank Calls Asked for One-Time Codes. Police Say New Debit Cards Were Rushed to Cape Coral
Bank customers in several states received calls from people posing as representatives of their financial institution, according to…
Remains of former Livingston County woman missing since 1985 found in Florida
Rochester, N.Y. — Remains discovered two years ago in Florida are those of a former Livingston County woman…