Woman helps addict who found her lost purse

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FORT MYERS, Fla. A struggling man addicted to heroin found a lost purse and tracked down its owner, who befriended him and helped him get into rehab.

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Tropical Storm Philippe forecast to weaken; Updates in the Atlantic

The National Hurricane Center’s 5 a.m. Wednesday’s advisory states Tropical Storm Philippe is moving toward the west at 12 mph.

Teachers announce counteroffer for Lee County School District

Negotiations between teachers and the Lee County School District continue amidst the current teacher shortage.

New Horizons in Rosemary Park reopens

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Man arrested for robbing 5 Cape Coral businesses

A man police say is responsible for a string of small business robberies was arrested. Cape Coral Police say he broke into five businesses.

Workforce housing being discussed at FGCU

Florida Gulf Coast University is tossing around the idea of having workforce housing. It was a hot topic during Tuesday’s meeting of university trustees.

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