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Parking Predators? Residents Sound Off on Private Lots
A new state law requires private parking lots to display their rules, but residents say more regulation is needed to combat price gouging and unscrupulous practices.
A New Era for St. Stephen’s
With a new rector and new head of school, one of Coconut Grove’s churches sets a course for the future.
Undercover: Police Target Phone Thieves in Coconut Grove Bars
Coordinated sting operation with bar owners spotlights a growing problem in the Grove’s nightlife scene.
Coconut Grove Crime Update: Rates Are Down But Problem Areas Persist
While the crime rate is down 3.2 percent, car break-ins, package thefts, and the occasional violent crime spark ongoing concerns. Crime continues to decline in Coconut Grove, with the overall rate dropping 3.2 percent so far this year, but residents remain wary of ongoing reports of car break-ins, credit card[Read More…]
Orange Bowl Youth Regatta: Coconut Grove’s Crown Jewel of Sailing
For four days each December, young sailors from around the globe descend on Coconut Grove for racing, friendship and chance to make their mark in the world of competitive sailing.
Case Closed: Missing Benches Return to Big Hill Park
After a Spotlight report chronicled the removal of public benches at a popular South Grove pocket park, city officials ordered their return.
Open for Business: Fookem’s Fabulous First Store
Joshua Abril’s key lime pie business has a new location on Grand Avenue, just in time for the holiday season.
Mutiny Hotel Eyed for Buyout by Private Equity Firm
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez is a senior partner at the real estate investment firm that is seeking to purchase 100% of the condo units at Mutiny on the Bay
West Grove Housing Complaint Advances
West Grove community groups say the City of Miami’s planning and zoning policies unfairly discriminated against Black residents, in violation of federal law.
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