Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fireLocal influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
Another chance at FEMA assistance If you applied for FEMA assistance after hurricanes Helene and Milton and are not happy with the answer they gave you, they are giving you another chance.
NAPLES Naples City Council names Gary L. Young as next city manager The Naples City Council unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Manager and CFO Gary L. Young as the new city manager.
BONITA SPRINGS Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming to Bonita Springs Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming soon to Downton Bonita Springs.
COLLIER COUNTY FC Naples holds first practice in club history Another first in a year of first for FC Naples as the club held its first practice in its history Wednesday morning.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
Another chance at FEMA assistance If you applied for FEMA assistance after hurricanes Helene and Milton and are not happy with the answer they gave you, they are giving you another chance.
NAPLES Naples City Council names Gary L. Young as next city manager The Naples City Council unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Manager and CFO Gary L. Young as the new city manager.
BONITA SPRINGS Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming to Bonita Springs Sugarshack, a haven for live music, food and community, coming soon to Downton Bonita Springs.
COLLIER COUNTY FC Naples holds first practice in club history Another first in a year of first for FC Naples as the club held its first practice in its history Wednesday morning.
CAPE CORAL, Fla. – Local veterans are enraged after a CBS News investigation exposed the Wounded Warrior Project for poor use of donated funds. The Wounded Warrior Project raised about $300 million in 2014, according to the CBS News investigation. The charity’s forms show that spending on meetings and conferences increased to $26 million from just $1.7 million in 2014. Ralph Santillo, founder of Invest in America’s Veterans Foundation in Cape Coral, said he is angered at the Wounded Warrior Project’s broken promise. “It pisses me off that money goes out to guys that are living a lavish lifestyle and not take care of the veterans that they say and promise they are taking,” he said. “They look great on TV, but we started wondering how much really goes to the veterans.” More than 40 former Wounded Warrior Project employees have come forward saying the charity blows millions of dollars on lavish dinners, extravagant hotels and retreats. One of those former employees, Erick Millette said the Wounded Warrior Project is profiting off veterans who live with injuries. “You’re using our injuries, our darkest days, our hardships, to make money. So you can have these big parties,” Millette, also a wounded veteran, said. Some Southwest Florida veterans insist that fundraising on the behalf of veterans should stay local. “If they are homeless, if they are hungry, if they are tired, if they need a job, if they need to further their education we handle all of that,” Santillo said. Services are offered to veterans for free by the Wounded Warrior Anglers of America, which is also located in Cape Coral. Local non-profit organizations said they have better records using donations for needy veterans than the reported Wounded Warrior Project. “We have nine board of directors and nobody is paid in our organization and we have no paid staff,” David Souders of the Wounded Warrior Anglers said. The CBS News report has caused some people to rethink their support of the Wounded Warriors Project. At the Nauti Parrot in North Fort Myers, employees are auctioning off a guitar signed by Fleetwood Mac. They had intended to donate proceeds to the Wounded Warrior Project. “But because of the whole scandal that is going on we are kind of second guessing where we want the money to go,” said Tyler Geib of the Nauti Parrot. After the investigation, presidential candidate Donald Trump backpedeled on plans to raise money for the troubled organization. Trump, who announced he will not participate in Thursday’s Republican debate, said his rally in Des Moines, Iowa will benefit veteran organizations. He did not provide specifics into which organizations he has chosen.