America 250: Star-Spangled Spectacular 4th Of July Celebration On Hollywood Beach South Florida Sun Times Jul 2, 2026 The City Of Hollywood Invites Residents And Visitors To Celebrate America 250 At The Annual Star-Spangled Spectacular 4th Of July Celebration On Hollywood Beach This Saturday. As Communities Across The Nation Commemorate The 250th Anniversary Of The United States, Hollywood Will Mark The Occasion With An Evening Of Patriotic Festivities, Live Entertainment And A Spectacular Offshore Fireworks Display. Sponsored by the City's Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, the celebration begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Hollywood Beach Theater with a special welcome, followed by live music and a dazzling fireworks show over the Atlantic Ocean at 9:00 p.m. Event Schedule | Hollywood Beach Theater • 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. DJ Entertainment • 7:00 p.m. Official Welcome • 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Live Music by Sippin’ Fire • 9:00 p.m. Offshore Fireworks Display INFORMATION TO HELP MAKE IT A SAFE AND HAZARD-FREE HOLIDAY Visitors to the beach will notice an enhanced police presence and enforcement of City ordinances. Visitors are asked to please abide by all rules and regulations while on the barrier island. Beach rules can be found at each entrance to the sandy beach. Lifeguard towers and first-aid stations are located along the sandy beach. If you see something, say something to a police officer, security and/or lifeguard. Call 911 in an emergency. Alcoholic beverages, firearms, weapons of any kind, fireworks of all types, sparklers, glass, single-use plastic and foam items, coolers larger than 36” long and barbecue grills and open flames are prohibited and will be confiscated. Connecting canopies, or canopies larger than 10’ X 10’ are prohibited. All dogs, unless a service animal, are prohibited on the Broadwalk. Dogs are welcome between the lifeguard stands at Pershing and Custer Streets only. Picnicking is permitted on the sandy beach in designated areas between Sherman and Custer Streets as well as within Charnow Park at Garfield Street, Keating Park at Magnolia Terrace, and Harry Berry Park at Azalea Terrace. To help keep Hollywood Beach beautiful, visitors are reminded to bring reusable items and clean up after themselves at the end of the day. Please do not over-fill trash receptacles. As a reminder, Hollywood Beach is plastic and foam-free. Single-use plastics, foam containers, plastic bags, bottles and utensils are prohibited on Hollywood Beach, at City-operated parks and other City facilities. It is Prime Nesting Season for several protected species of Sea Turtles. Turtle Nesting Activity is normal and should not be considered an emergency. If you plan to stake out a spot on the sand to watch the fireworks, please avoid the nests and dunes and remember the nesting habits of Sea Turtles can be impacted by light sources, including flashlights. If you do encounter a Sea Turtle or Sea Turtle Nest, do not disturb it. Knowingly interfering with a Sea Turtle Nest could result in civil or even criminal penalties and fines. The Hollywood Police Marine Unit will be on enhanced patrol. All boaters are advised to travel at safe speeds and to watch for Threatened or Endangered Species including Manatees and Sea Turtles. Any collisions with or injuries to Sea Turtles, Manatees or other Protected Species must be reported to Sea Turtle Emergency Line (24 hours) at: (954) 328-0580. And the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at: 1 (888) 404-FWCC. Call: 1 (888) 404-3922. Spectator boats are not allowed to anchor on or above sea grass, hard bottom or coral reef structures and could face fines or criminal penalties for doing so. This is a condition of the event permit from the U.S. Coast Guard. Boaters also must remain at least 1,400 feet from the fireworks barge. The Hollywood Police Department Marine Unit will be on hand to assure boaters follow these regulations. Public restrooms are located at the Nebraska Street Parking Garage and at Tyler, Fillmore, Johnson, Garfield, Taft, and Missouri Streets on the Broadwalk for your convenience. TRAFFIC and PARKING INFORMATION Due to the anticipated heavy traffic and no public shuttle service, access to the barrier island will be limited. The Hollywood Police Department will be monitoring parking and beach capacity in an effort to maintain a safe environment for all. Once capacity is reached, motorist will be directed to seek an alternative. RIDESHARE Uber and Lyft drivers may drop off and pick up passengers at the designated ride-share spot at A1A and Johnson Street and at North Beach Park. Riders should expect heavy traffic delays. SUN SHUTTLE The Hollywood Sun Shuttle, operated by Circuit is an environmentally friendly, electric public transportation option that transports riders through service areas citywide. An App requested ride is $2.00 per person per ride. Riders are required to pay the fare onboard using a secure QR code to process payment. The Sun Shuttle will be operating on extended service hours on July 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Drivers will drop/pickup passengers at designated ride share locations on Hollywood Beach. Download the free “Ride Circuit” App from the App Store or Google Play. Riders should expect heavy traffic and lengthy service delays, and service routes may be altered due to traffic congestion. HOLLY-GO COMMUNITY SHUTTLE The free Holly-Go Community Shuttle will be operating on its normal route, however due to anticipated traffic congestion, the Holly-Go is expected to experience service delays. For route information visit: https://maps.hollywoodfl.org/portal/apps/storymaps/stories/6e47d43d95f44893afd99ed878c89c50 TRAFFIC PLAN - EXPECT HEAVY DELAYS • DANIA BEACH BOULEVARD: East and westbound traffic will be allowed until 8:30 p.m. From 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. access to the barrier island will be closed. All eastbound traffic will be U-Turned and directed west on Dania Beach Boulevard. After 8:30 p.m., it's recommended to access the beach from Hollywood Boulevard. • SHERIDAN STREET: At 11:00 a.m. eastbound traffic will be merged into a single lane at North 14th Avenue where vehicles will only be allowed to travel south at A1A. • Please Note: Those exiting the West Lake Village property on the south side of Sheridan Street will be directed east. Those exiting the Sheridan Ocean Club property on the north side of Sheridan Street will be directed west. Property owners are encouraged to use the alternative exits offered by their property. • OCEAN DRIVE – SHERIDAN STREET TO HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD: On A1A from Sheridan Street to Hollywood Boulevard, vehicles will be directed to proceed south. Vehicles will utilize this single lane and will only be allowed to make right-hand turns. To exit the barrier island, all vehicles will use Hallandale Beach Boulevard. • HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD: At 11 a.m., the southbound A1A entrance ramp to westbound Hollywood Blvd will be limited based on traffic volume. The north side of Hollywood Boulevard at 8th, 9th and 10th Avenue will be closed for thru traffic. • OCEAN DRIVE – NORTH OF SHERIDAN STREET: From 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. northbound traffic will be directed north toward Dania Beach Boulevard. Southbound traffic will be directed west on Sheridan Street. • OCEAN DRIVE – HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD to SHERIDAN STREET: At 11:00 a.m. traffic north of Hollywood Blvd and all points north will be directed north on North Ocean Drive and exit the barrier island via the westbound Sheridan Street Bridge or Dania Beach Boulevard Bridge. Vehicles entering A1A from ocean-side streets will only be allowed to make right-hand turns. ***Traffic pattern subject to change based on traffic flow. HOLLAND PARK AND POLK STREET MARINA Once the parking lots reach capacity, the only permitted vessel traffic will be that which is leaving the marina. BRIDGE SCHEDULE Intracoastal Waterway bridges will maintain their regular schedules throughout the day and early evening, but from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. bridges at Dania Beach Boulevard, Sheridan Street, and Hollywood Boulevard will remain in the down position to allow vehicular traffic to exit the beach. Marine traffic is limited. PARKING Public parking at the City-operated parking garages on the barrier island is on a first come, first served basis. The Garfield Parking Garage, 300 Connecticut Street, and the Nebraska Parking Garage, 327 Nebraska Street are expected to reach capacity quickly, early in the day. The SPECIAL EVENT FLAT RATE of $30 for 24-hours applies at these two locations on the beach. The rate will be charged beginning at 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Standard rates apply only at City-operated parking garages and surface lots downtown: • Radius Garage (251 North 19th Avenue) • Van Buren Garage (251 South 20th Avenue) • University Station Garage (2031 Polk Street) • Taylor Street Lot (1810 Taylor Street) • Polk/Tyler Street Lots (Intersection of Polk and Tyler Streets at Hollywood Place - 2200 Polk Street - look for City and ParkMobile signs) Free Parking: • City Hall (2600 Hollywood Boulevard) Public parking is available at the following locations on Hollywood Beach: Hollywood Beach Garage at A1A and Hollywood Boulevard; North Beach Park at Sheridan Street and A1A (must enter before sundown); Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort at A1A and Johnson Street; Keating Park at 2400 South Ocean Drive/301 Magnolia Terrace; the Dunewalk/Summit Lot at 1200 South Ocean Drive and the Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood at 3555 South Ocean Drive. Special event rates may vary at these locations. Be aware, those choosing to park on private property must follow the property owner’s rules exactly to avoid a ticket, tow, or immobilization device. The offshore fireworks display begins at 9:00 p.m. The celebration begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Hollywood Beach Theater with a special welcome, followed by live music and a dazzling fireworks show over the Atlantic Ocean at 9:00 p.m. Previous Next

What's Up Dock? Where To Stow Your Boat In Aventura August 15, 2023 Share Aventura is a beautiful city that is home to some of the best boating in the state. With its easy access to Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, there are plenty of places to dock your boat and enjoy all the area has to offer, both on land and water. Here are a few of the best places to dock your boat in Aventura: Hi-Lift Marina is a smaller marina with just over 200 slips. It is located on the Intracoastal Waterway and is a great place to dock your boat if you are looking for a more relaxed atmosphere. The Marina offers a variety of amenities, including fuel, pump-out and laundry facilities. Hi-Lift Marina 2890 Northeast 187th Street Aventura, Florida 33180 305-931-2550 Turnberry Marina is a luxury Marina with over 300 slips. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean and is a great place to dock your boat if you want to be close to the beach. The Marina offers a variety of amenities, including fuel, pump-out, laundry facilities and a fitness center. Turnberry Marina 19735 Turnberry Way Aventura, Florida 33180 305-933-6934 Williams Island Marina is a Private Marina with just over 100 slips. It is located on the Intracoastal Waterway and is a great place to dock your boat if you are looking for a secluded and exclusive location. The Marina offers a variety of amenities, including fuel, pump-out, laundry facilities and a pool. Williams Island Marina 4100 Island Boulevard, Suite#: CU#2 Aventura, Florida 33160 305-937-7813 Aventura Marina is conveniently located within a protected harbor with immediate access to the Intracoastal Waterway, Aventura is set within the upscale Waterways Shoppes, an open-air shopping, dining and entertainment plaza. The Marina offers many upscale amenities, including valet shuttle service to and from your Marina slip. Aventura Marina 3601 Northeast 207th Street Aventura, Florida 33180 954-457-8557 In addition to these Marinas, there are also a number of Private Docks in Aventura that you can rent. If you are looking for a more personal and exclusive docking experience, this is a great option. Here are a few sites to find your perfect dock: www.docksearch.com • www.piershare.com • www.dockskipper.com • www.connecthedocks.com and www.snagaslip.com Here are some additional factors to consider when choosing a place to dock your boat in Aventura: Size of your boat: Make sure the Marina or Dock you choose has slips that are big enough for your boat. Amenities: Consider what amenities are important to you, such as fuel, pump-out, laundry facilities and a pool. Location: Think about where you want to be located in relation to the city's attractions, such as the beach, restaurants and shops. Price: Docking fees can vary depending on the Marina or Dock, so be sure to factor this into your decision. No matter what your needs are, there is sure to be a place to dock your boat in Aventura that is perfect for you. So get out there and enjoy all that this beautiful city has to offer. To find the right Marina in the area, visit: www.marinas.com < Previous News Next News >

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The City Of Pembroke Pines SnowFest 2025 South Florida Sun Times Dec 3, 2025 The City Of Pembroke Pines Recreation And Cultural Arts Department Presents SnowFest & Lighting Ceremony, A Free Event For Pembroke Pines Residents Only. Tickets Will Be Available For In-Person Pick Up Starting Monday, November 3rd At The Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center And TownGate Recreation Center. SnowFest Will Be Held On Saturday, December 6, 2025 From 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. At The Charles F. Dodge City Center, Located At 601 City Center Way. Event Details: Santa and all his cool friends will be on hand as children have a chance to play in tons of snow. The air will also be filled with the sounds of the holidays with over 300 singers and dancers on the holiday stage, and snow flurries will fly through the air throughout the event. When the magical time comes, Santa and City officials will need everyone’s help to light up the 35 foot tree on the plaza. The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place at 6:30 p.m.. There will be free parking, free rides and free activities. Concessions will be available for purchase. Ticket Info: This event is open to PEMBROKE PINES RESIDENTS only. Tickets are FREE but need to be picked up IN PERSON with proof of residency prior (driver's license and utility bill) to the event. Ticket availability is limited and on a first come, first served basis. Everyone attending must have a ticket. A maximum of 6 tickets per household. Ticket Price: Free Pick-up Locations: • Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center - 10500 Taft Street, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026 - Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • TownGate Recreation Center - 901 Northwest 155th Avenue, Pembroke Pines, Florida - Monday - Friday - 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our sponsors: • Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital | Children’s Stage Sponsor • Florida Blue | Snow Area Sponsor • Jacobs | Kids Zone Sponsor • Naidu Orthodontics | General Sponsor • American Pediatric Dental | General Sponsor Stay Connected With The City! The community can learn more about the City of Pembroke Pines’ latest events and activities by subscribing to Pembroke Pines Media on YouTube at Pembroke Pines Media, to NewsFlash, a monthly digital newsletter at: www.ppines.com/Newsflash , by reading the city’s digital newspaper City Connect at: www.ppines.com/cityconnect , visiting the city’s website at: www.ppines.com , checking the city’s digital signage, or by visiting the City’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/cityofpembrokepines - And: @cityofppines for Twitter and Instagram. Residents with Comcast can view Pembroke Pines Media programming on Channel 78. For more details, visit: https://www.ppines.com/1686/SnowFest Previous Next

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ArtServe Presents “In Memory Of,” A Reflective Exhibition Exploring Personal Histories And Creative Journeys South Florida Sun Times Oct 8, 2026 ArtServe Will Present “In Memory Of,” Its Upcoming Members’ Exhibition, From Friday, October 2nd, 2026 Through Friday, December 4th, 2026. Closing out the season, “In Memory Of” invites ArtServe members to share a small piece of their past through art. Inspired by the emotions, memories and experiences that shape personal histories, the exhibition offers an open-ended exploration of self-expression, nostalgia, time, grief, joy and the moments that remain with us. From meaningful milestones and cherished memories to difficult experiences, fleeting moments or even something as simple as a memorable meal, the works reflect the many ways people connect with their past. Together, the exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to consider how memory influences identity, creativity and the stories we tell. The exhibition is supported by BrightStar Credit Union, the Broward County Cultural Division, The Elizabeth Cotter Memorial Fund and the Hudson Fund through the Community Foundation of Broward. “Art has a remarkable ability to preserve moments, express emotions and help us understand our own histories,” said Jason Hughes, President and CEO of ArtServe. “This exhibition gives our members the opportunity to reflect on the experiences that have shaped them as artists and to share those stories with the community through their creative work.” In conjunction with the members’ exhibition, ArtServe will also present two solo exhibitions in its side galleries: “Echoes of Her” by Kaila Stutzmann, which received a grant from the Broward County Cultural Division and “Spark” by Marco Saint-Juste. Among the works submitted for “In Memory Of” are “Golden Time” by Elizabeth Lula and “Peace by With You” by Nanette Saylor, offering individual perspectives on the exhibition’s themes of memory, experience and personal history. Other member artists featured in the exhibition include Alviena, Angel Oddo, Cary Daly, Claudia Castillo, Debra Pierce, Diana Kullander, DJ Laoshi, Genhe Ding, Igal Hurvitz, Jeffrey Galin, Joe Korte, Joy Strempack, Julia Outland, Geraldine Bello, Kaila Stutzmann, Kamila Marrero, Kathy Kafka, Liora Davis, Marco Saint-Juste, Marilyn Johansen, Max Lazega, Michael Mills, Nanette Saylor, Pete Brown, Shahina Siddiqi, Sheila Alexander, Sharon Swift, Tina Wright and Tony Chimento. ArtServe is located at 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. Open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Daily admission is free. For more information about the exhibition, membership or volunteering, visit: www.artserve.org . Or email: membership@artserve.org . About ArtServe Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is Broward County’s premier arts and culture incubator, advancing artistic development, education and prosperity through the visual and performing arts. For more than three decades, ArtServe has helped artists sell their work, build businesses and connect with the community through exhibitions, education and events. Each year, ArtServe supports more than 2,000 artists. ArtServe’s “Support Your Local Artist” campaign brings residents, businesses and organizations together to rally behind local artists and strengthen Broward County’s creative economy. Visit: https://SupportLocalArt.org to learn more. In 2025, ArtServe was named Non-Profit Organization of the Year: The Arts by 211 Broward. ArtServe is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Community Foundation of Broward. For more information, visit: www.ArtServe.org . “Art has a remarkable ability to preserve moments, express emotions and help us understand our own histories,” said Jason Hughes, President and CEO of ArtServe. “Art has a remarkable ability to preserve moments, express emotions and help us understand our own histories,” said Jason Hughes, President and CEO of ArtServe. Previous Next

Recently Diagnosed? A Study Is Available For Adults Living With Someone With COVID-19 June 23, 2022 Share In the third year of the COVID-19 Pandemic, there continue to be surges in cases in parts of the United States. Many of these cases may occur when people catch the virus in their communities, and bring it home, where it can spread to other members of their household. Some doctors are currently enrolling individuals for a clinical study to determine whether an investigational oral medicine may be able to help prevent that household transmission. Clinical studies are research studies performed with volunteers that aim to evaluate if investigational treatments are safe and effective for people. "There is a continuing need to investigate new therapies to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19," said Dr. Fabian Sandoval, president & CEO of the Emerson Clinical Research Institute. "In particular, we need to focus on people living with SARS-CoV-2-infected individuals because they're at higher risk of becoming infected and continuing the spread due to their close proximity to these individuals for extended periods of time." Unvaccinated adults living with someone who is symptomatic and recently tested positive for COVID-19 may be able to enroll in a clinical study, called MOVe-AHEAD, which is evaluating an investigational oral antiviral medicine to help prevent COVID-19 infection within households. The MOVe-AHEAD clinical study is being conducted at over 50 sites across the U.S. To take part in the study, individuals must be 18 years or older and cannot have confirmed or suspected COVID-19. Individuals are not eligible to participate if they have received a COVID-19 vaccine or have previously had laboratory-confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection. Additionally, potential study participants must live with an adult or child who: • Tested positive for COVID-19 in the last five days; and currently has at least one symptom of COVID-19, such as fever or difficulty breathing For a household to qualify for the study, there can be only one household member with symptoms of COVID-19 and a positive test. Once accepted, participants will be in the study for up to 35 days and have six visits to the clinic, with one of the visits being virtual by telephone. Those enrolled in the study will receive study-related care at no cost, and may receive reimbursement for study-related time and travel. "Through this clinical study, people have an opportunity to potentially help uncover new medicines that may help prevent COVID-19 transmission." For more information on this clinical study, visit www.CovidMoveAhead.com < Previous News Next News >

Savor The Flavors And Sounds At Taste Of Dania South Florida Sun Times Jan 1, 2026 The City Of Dania Beach Presents Dania After Dark’s Taste Of Dania Beach, on Saturday, January 10th, 2026, From 6:00 p.m. To 9:00 p.m., At City Hall Plaza, 100 West Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania Beach, Florida 33004. The Event Features Live Music, Games, Contests, Little Chefs Cooking Station, Face Painters, Food Trucks, And Most Of All – An Exclusive Access To Local Food And Beverage Vendors With The Purchase Of A “Tasting Experience” Wristband. “Join us for an evening of delicious food, fantastic music and unforgettable fun,” said Cassi Waren, Director, Parks and Recreation, City of Dania Beach. Elevate your Taste of Dania Beach experience with the exclusive “Tasting Experience” general or VIP wristband. This is your all-access pass to savor and sample an eclectic array of bite-sized delights from over a dozen local establishments, showcasing the best of our culinary community. It also includes drinks and a commemorative gift. On stage will be live performances by Adam Uhlan Band and Life in Technicolor. Free general event admission and parking. Complimentary shuttles to and from the Casino at Dania Beach from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A ticketed wristband is required for access to the “Tasting Experience.” Purchase VIP or General Sampling Tickets: General Admission ($40++) includes: • Unlimited Food Samples: Savor as many tastes as you like from our lineup of local favorites and culinary innovators. • Commemorative Gift: Take home a special keepsake to remember your “Taste of Dania Beach” experience. GA Four-Pack ($155.00) includes: • Discounted general admission pass for four tickets. Unlimited Food Samples: Savor as many tastes as you like from our lineup of local favorites and culinary innovators. VIP Admission ($60++) includes: • All General Admission Perks: Enjoy unlimited food samples and a commemorative gift. • Exclusive VIP Tent Access: Relax in the VIP tent with limited seating, where you’ll enjoy access to exclusive beverages and specialty food samples only available to VIPs. • Private AC Restroom Trailer: Skip the crowds with access to an air-conditioned restroom trailer for added comfort. For tickets and more information on Taste of Dania Beach, visit: www.TasteOfDaniaBeach.com . Dania Beach’s Dania After Dark event series includes unique special event experiences monthly through April 2026. Visit: www.daniabeachfl.gov/daniaafterdark for other event listings. Previous Next

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What Professional Locksmiths Say Homeowners Get Wrong About Security By Family Features Mar 26, 2026 You Have Locks On Your Doors And Windows, And You Make Sure They're Secure Before You Leave The House Or Head To Bed Each Night. You May Even Have A Security System With An Alarm Or Cameras To Protect Your Home. Some Locksmiths Say That May Not Be Enough. Bryan McCabe, Director of Locksmith Operations with KeyMe Locksmiths, the nation's leading provider of local locksmith services and No. 1 provider of key duplication kiosks, said homeowners should be mindful of common security vulnerabilities, many of which go unnoticed until it's too late. A thief who wants to gain access to your home may do so by any means possible, including breaking windows or kicking in doors. However, those methods are loud and may attract attention. Instead, thieves will look to find the easiest house to enter. Consider these small changes you can make to deter thieves from your home. Close the Garage Leaving your garage door open may seem harmless, but it can signal easy access to thieves. An open garage suggests relaxed security habits and can make burglars assume doors or windows might also be unlocked. Keeping it closed is a simple step that instantly makes your home more secure. Make Your Home Look Lived-In Burglars often target homes that appear empty. Dark houses - especially after nightfall - can stand out as easy opportunities. Leaving a light or two on helps create the impression someone is home. If you want to level up, use light timers or smart bulbs to automatically turn lights on and off, even when you're away. Keep Your Home Visible from the Street Thieves prefer to work unnoticed. Overgrown trees, tall bushes, or dense landscaping near entrances can provide cover for someone trying to break in. Trimming greenery and maintaining clear sightlines from the street makes your home less appealing and more exposed - exactly what burglars want to avoid. Upgrade Entry Points to Improve Security Some relatively minor updates can make a big impact toward protecting your home. Start by assessing all home entry points, including secondary points like sliding doors, garage entries and basement doors. In addition to checking door frames, homeowners should examine strike plates, hinge security and whether existing locks are outdated. Add Eyes to Your Front Door with a Doorbell Camera Doorbell cameras are an affordable way to boost your home's security. Visible cameras can stop many would-be thieves as they don't want to be seen or recorded. Beyond deterrence, doorbell cameras let you see who's at your door, receive alerts and check on your home anytime, whether you're home or away. Install Smart Locks for Control and Peace of Mind Smart locks are another smart investment in home safety. They allow you to track who enters your home and when by assigning unique access codes. You can even lock (or unlock) the door remotely from your phone. With the ability to monitor, control and limit access, smart locks offer convenience and security. A local locksmith can help you choose the right option and handle installation, making the upgrade simple and stress-free. Connecting customers with professional locksmiths in their area, KeyMe Locksmiths provides comprehensive home security and lockout services - from key replacement to lock installation or repair - with more than 7,500 kiosks nationwide. These self-service machines utilize advanced technology for fast, accurate and "one-stop-shop" key copying, including home and office keys, car keys and fobs, mailboxes, padlocks and RFID access cards. Find more advice to help protect your home and belongings, and a locksmith or kiosk near you, by visiting https://key.me . Source: KeyMe Locksmiths Previous Next

YMCA Of South Florida’s “Little Builders Fun Fest” - The Site Of The Future YMCA Family Center And Broward Health Emergency Room At Holiday Park South Florida Sun Times May 28, 2026 The YMCA Of South Florida Recently Hosted A Little Builders Fun Fest For Children And Families At The Site Of The Future Holiday Park YMCA Family Center And Broward Health Emergency Room In Fort Lauderdale. Kids had a unique opportunity to step onto the construction site where they shoveled and moved dirt, sat in the driver’s seat of construction equipment, built buildings and more. Kids received a hard hat, construction vest and a Little Builder Certificate. They also had a chance to sign and put their handprint on a steel beam that will be a part of the new YMCA. Little Builders Fun Fest was presented by Gulf – ANF Joint Venture and participating partners included City of Fort Lauderdale, Nicklaus Children’s Health System and Broward Health. The Holiday Park YMCA Family Center and Broward Health Emergency Room in Fort Lauderdale, is currently under construction. According to YMCA of South Florida CEO and President Sheryl Woods, “This event gave children a chance to explore, create and imagine while helping families connect with the incredible impact this new YMCA Family Center and Broward Health Emergency Room will have on the community.” Additional Information: Not only will Fort Lauderdale be the first city in South Florida to have two YMCA locations, but this is also the first YMCA in the country to include an Emergency Room as part of its footprint and is the first Free Standing Emergency Room in the City of Fort Lauderdale for Broward Health. The YMCA Family Center at Holiday Park will be the newest Y in South Florida and the second location in Fort Lauderdale. The 49,500-Square-Foot YMCA will offer a full-service health and wellness facility, including an aquatics center with a six-lane pool and teaching pool, indoor basketball court, State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center, youth sports, summer camps, after school programs, health and wellness programs and community rooms and will annually serve more than 15,000 children and families, including seniors and teens. The adjacent Broward Health 12,800-Square-Foot Free Standing Emergency Room will bring full emergency services closer to home for residents including on-site imaging, such as CT scans and X-rays, and lab work and exam treatment areas staffed by board-certified emergency physicians open 24 hours / 365 days. Broward Health will also occupy 2,000 Square Feet on the wellness floor of the new YMCA. Together, Broward Health and the YMCA will deliver community health education and programs designed to improve the quality of health and lives of residents. General contractor for the project is Gulf Building - ANF Joint Venture, in Fort Lauderdale and the architect is Stratus, LLC, formerly Zyscovich. For additional information and updates, please visit: www.ymcasouthflorida.org/location/holiday-park-ymca . About the YMCA of South Florida For more than a century, the YMCA has been woven into the fabric of the South Florida community. As an award-winning NonProfit, the Y is committed to strengthening community through more than 200 programs serving everyone from six months old to 100 years young. Our Family Centers and programs are inclusive, vibrant hubs of community life, offering a diverse array of classes, cutting-edge fitness facilities, life-saving aquatics, exciting community events, unforgettable camps, supportive after school care, and holistic health and wellness programming. At the Y, there’s something for everyone. Join the movement by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Or: www.YMCASouthFlorida.org . Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue-YMCA CEO-Comm. Steve Glassman John Scherer, Sheryl Woods, Steve Glassman, Heather McQuillen. Little Builders Digging. Little Builders making a Legos building. Previous Next

The War Continues By City Of Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper Oct 8, 2025 This Past Tuesday October 7th Marked The 730th Day Since The Horrific Attack On The Nova Musical Festival And Israel. It Is Unimaginable 48 Hostages 26 Confirmed Dead, 20 Are Presumed Alive And Remain In The Hands Of Palestinians. 251 hostages were taken. Of those innocent victims, 148 were released through negotiations of whom 8 were dead. IDF forces recovered 51 dead hostages and rescued 8 during the war. This war was started by Gazans fueled by hate and Hamas terrorists. It was unprovoked and still continues. It is unimaginable that war could end with their release but the refusal to release the hostages has continued loss of lives. Since the terrorist organization Hamas launched its unprovoked attacks on Israeli 1,200 innocent Israelis died, 5,431 have been injured. 913 IDF soldiers have lost their lives and over 20,000 have been injured. Through the war to rescue the hostages by the Israeli armed forces against Hamas in Gaza. 61,158 Palestinians were killed, and 151,442 were injured. This does not include the second front on the West Bank fueled by both Hamas and Hezbollah. As noted, the Gaza numbers are UN Aid numbers which should be questioned. What many people are forgetting, and the news is not covering Israel has been attacked for years. Hammas, Hezbollah and other terrorists have attacked Israel with over 2,000 bombs and attacks. In all, over 3,800 thousand have died. One cannot avoid the point that this is a War and Israel has the right to protect themselves and fight for the hostages and peace. Just like any other country. I am so frustrated over the one-sided media that continues to fuel misinformation, ignorance, and antisemitism. No one person wants war and death, but it is the reality when one country attacks another. I have spoken to others about what is a one-sided hostage exchange. The goal was 500 so-called political prisoners. I considered this such a lie. They are criminals. They have killed, murdered, injured, manned and plotted against Israel for years. Imagine the United States returning the 1993 World Trade Center bomber who is serving a life sentence. Barghouti, 68, from the West Bank village of Kobar, has spent over 45 years in Israeli prison and was serving a life sentence. First arrested in 1978 for his role in an attack that killed an Israeli bus driver. Ghanem, 31, from east Jerusalem, was serving three life sentences and 60 years for a bus attack in 2015 that killed three Israelis. One of those killed was Richard Lakin, an American educator who marched for civil rights and coexistence between Muslims and Jews. Al-Ziben, 50, is from Nablus, in the West Bank. He was sentenced to 27 life terms for planning a bombing in a Jerusalem market in 1997 that killed 16 people, including a U.S. citizen. Abu Shakhdam was sentenced to the equivalent of 18 life sentences over his involvement in Hamas attacks that killed dozens of Israelis during the second intifada. They included a suicide bombing that blew up two buses in Beersheba in 2004, killing 16 Israelis, including a 4-year-old. These are just a few. We need to commend Israel for working with the U.S. Envoy, Steve Witkoff and allies in the Middle East to get hostages out through political prisoner trades. As a parent, yes, I would do absolutely everything to get my child out. Negotiating with Hamas one could say has been one sided. It has also torn many Israelis apart. Two years of pain, suffering, war, and family members fighting in combat have taken its toll. We all need it to end. We need to bring all the hostage’s home. Israel needs to continue what I call the World’s work fighting against terrorists and terrorism. The rhetoric and blatant attacks on Israel and their leaders over their rights to defend its people which include Jews, Christians and Muslims are a disgrace. The Americans fueling the hate and lies need to remember 911 and the terrorist attack on our soil. Many also need to do their homework before believing every headline. BRING THEM HOME!! As always, I am available anytime for your questions, concerns and ideas to make our City a better place on my Phone/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or you can email me at: jcooper@cohb.org . Please visit me on my Facebook page at: Mayor Joy Cooper. Like! Follow! And share! Previous Next