After a federal conviction and time spent in prison, Monty Trainer redeems himself in the eyes of his adopted hometown.
Mike Clary
Coconut Grove Brawl Ends in Justifiable Homicide
Miami Police say a deadly fistfight on Oak Avenue was self-defense, with case to be reviewed by State Attorney’s Office.
Library with a Heart
For the homeless and other needy residents, the historic Coconut Grove branch library offers more than just books.
Daughter Devastated by Death of Homeless Father in Peacock Park
Sylburn W. Robinson, 69, had suffered a stroke in 2022 and was not in good health, his daughter said. The cause of death is pending.
No Foul Play in Death of Homeless Man in Peacock Park, Police Say
Sylburn W. Robinson, 69, was well-known in the area. The Medical Examiner’s office will determine the official cause of death.
Joyce Nelson: Coconut Grove’s Dean of Civic Activism
A fierce advocate for trees, history and community, Nelson’s passion for preservation has left an indelible mark on Grove landscape.
As Mystery Deepens, Residents Push for Investigation of Dead Peacock
A gruesome discovery in a North Grove garbage bin highlights deep divide over the spread of these exotic birds.
Gang Violence Suspected in Grove-Related Murders
Police say at least three men are dead – two with ties to Coconut Grove – in a bloody turf war. No arrests have been made.
“Albert why.” Murder Victim’s Family Struggles for Answers
Funeral services Friday and Saturday for Christopher Jones, the second victim of gun violence in the West Grove since February.
The Long and Lasting Shadow of Amy Billig
Fifty years into Coconut Grove’s coldest case, a brother reflects on the indelible, enduring tragedy of a missing girl whose fate may never be known.
Recent News
Eight-Story Center Grove Tower Lacks Final Approval and Permits
A luxury mixed-use project is seeking to build three
Tree Ordinance Delayed Amid Questions Over Who Wrote it, Who Benefits
Vowing to “get this right,” city officials
Center Grove Tower Can Go Higher Due to Transit Access, City Says
THE WELL Coconut Grove, a luxury residential tower,
Iconic Boutique Maya Hatcha Relocates to West Grove
After 57 years, Coconut Grove’s oldest continually
City Board Clears Plan to Restore Protected Silver Bluff
Developer David Martin will not face administrative
Residents, Officials to Meet Tuesday to Discuss Changes in Tree Laws
As opposition mounts, a public meeting will bring
Unseen Peril: Coconut Grove’s Coastal Waters in Steep Decline
Like the rest of Biscayne Bay, Coconut Grove’s