FORT MYERS Precautionary boil water notice issued for parts of Fort Myers Multiple neighborhoods in Fort Myers are dealing with a boil water notice after a water main break Tuesday night.
SANIBEL Search continues for missing swimmer A beach day for four friends took a turn for the worst Tuesday afternoon. Multiple agencies, including the Sanibel Police Department, were called to the scene in search of a missing teenage swimmer at Blind Beach Pass.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers businesses struggle after Caloosahatchee Bridge closure Local businesses are struggling to stay busy after the Caloosahatchee bridge shut down earlier this summer.
FORT MYERS Shoppers see increase in grocery prices ahead of Fourth of July Shopping for Independence Day almost feels like shopping for a major holiday; with the fireworks, food, and travel, all of it can add up to booming expenses.
Man causes chaos in Naples restaurant Oliver Oxenham was arrested Saturday afternoon after creating chaos at Vergina in Naples.
CAPE CORAL Global Flag Football League is revolutionizing professional sports ownership Fifteen years ago, Cape Coral native Jay Lawrence hatched a plan. After more than a decade of workshopping the idea, the Global Flag Football League is finally here.
Unlocking the secrets to super-aging Most people’s goal is to live long and in good health. Experts say it is possible to do both. In fact, more people are living at an advanced age with a good quality of life than ever before.
PORT CHARLOTTE Free legal help for Hurricane Ian survivors Maybe a contractor stole your money, you’re battling insurance or can’t find your important legal documents. Whatever it is, Florida Rural Legal Services can help, and they do it for free.
PORT CHARLOTTE Former Charlotte County MLB player accused of decades-long sexual abuse A woman is accusing a former Major League Baseball player from Charlotte County of sexually abusing her for years.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 arrested after road rage shooting in Lehigh Acres A person is fighting to recover after being shot in Lehigh Acres, and we now know that this was a road rage shooting.
FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee bridge: Timeline, traffic and 4th of July impact As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, construction on the Caloosahatchee River Bridge continues to progress ahead of schedule. According to the latest update from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) on June 19th, the project is currently 103 days ahead of schedule.
Saw palmetto berry bandits facing harsher punishments A new law is cracking down on saw palmetto berry bandits, who are known for stealing the berries and selling them by the pound.
Cape Coral removes ribbons honoring veterans from Jaycee Park People with the Support Jaycee Park organization are outraged after the ribbons and decorations they placed on trees in Jaycee Park were taken down by the City of Cape Coral.
WASHINGTON (AP) Judge delays Trump’s hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling Former President Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush-money case has been postponed until at least September after the judge agreed Tuesday to weigh the possible impact of a new Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.
NAPLES WINK News speaks with victim in Uber high speed chase The chase started on Davis Boulevard shortly after 2:30 A.M. On Sunday and ended on Goodlette-Frank Road.
FORT MYERS Precautionary boil water notice issued for parts of Fort Myers Multiple neighborhoods in Fort Myers are dealing with a boil water notice after a water main break Tuesday night.
SANIBEL Search continues for missing swimmer A beach day for four friends took a turn for the worst Tuesday afternoon. Multiple agencies, including the Sanibel Police Department, were called to the scene in search of a missing teenage swimmer at Blind Beach Pass.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers businesses struggle after Caloosahatchee Bridge closure Local businesses are struggling to stay busy after the Caloosahatchee bridge shut down earlier this summer.
FORT MYERS Shoppers see increase in grocery prices ahead of Fourth of July Shopping for Independence Day almost feels like shopping for a major holiday; with the fireworks, food, and travel, all of it can add up to booming expenses.
Man causes chaos in Naples restaurant Oliver Oxenham was arrested Saturday afternoon after creating chaos at Vergina in Naples.
CAPE CORAL Global Flag Football League is revolutionizing professional sports ownership Fifteen years ago, Cape Coral native Jay Lawrence hatched a plan. After more than a decade of workshopping the idea, the Global Flag Football League is finally here.
Unlocking the secrets to super-aging Most people’s goal is to live long and in good health. Experts say it is possible to do both. In fact, more people are living at an advanced age with a good quality of life than ever before.
PORT CHARLOTTE Free legal help for Hurricane Ian survivors Maybe a contractor stole your money, you’re battling insurance or can’t find your important legal documents. Whatever it is, Florida Rural Legal Services can help, and they do it for free.
PORT CHARLOTTE Former Charlotte County MLB player accused of decades-long sexual abuse A woman is accusing a former Major League Baseball player from Charlotte County of sexually abusing her for years.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 arrested after road rage shooting in Lehigh Acres A person is fighting to recover after being shot in Lehigh Acres, and we now know that this was a road rage shooting.
FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee bridge: Timeline, traffic and 4th of July impact As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, construction on the Caloosahatchee River Bridge continues to progress ahead of schedule. According to the latest update from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) on June 19th, the project is currently 103 days ahead of schedule.
Saw palmetto berry bandits facing harsher punishments A new law is cracking down on saw palmetto berry bandits, who are known for stealing the berries and selling them by the pound.
Cape Coral removes ribbons honoring veterans from Jaycee Park People with the Support Jaycee Park organization are outraged after the ribbons and decorations they placed on trees in Jaycee Park were taken down by the City of Cape Coral.
WASHINGTON (AP) Judge delays Trump’s hush money sentencing until at least September after high court immunity ruling Former President Donald Trump’s sentencing in his hush-money case has been postponed until at least September after the judge agreed Tuesday to weigh the possible impact of a new Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity.
NAPLES WINK News speaks with victim in Uber high speed chase The chase started on Davis Boulevard shortly after 2:30 A.M. On Sunday and ended on Goodlette-Frank Road.
Robert Ganassin (CCSO) A maintenance man has been charged with molesting a dementia patient at a senior living facility in Naples, according to a report from the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested Robert D. Ganassin, 79, of Naples after being accused of abusing an elderly patient at his place of work. Deputies say an initial report was filed against Terrancina Grand Senior Living following a “suspicious incident against the elderly,” the report states. The adult daughter of the elderly victim expressed much concern over the “numerous incidents” that had occurred in regard to her mother. Deputies say the daughter told them a ripped off pair of Depends adult diapers that her mother wears were found under the bed as well as under the bathroom sink, on a separate occasion. She claimed her mother suffers from dementia and “does not like to remove her clothing at any time.” Ganassin was employed by the facility as a maintenance man. According to the report, Ganassin was found in the victim’s room with the door locked on multiple occasions. On another day, he was found hiding under the bathroom sink. The victim’s daughter told deputies that she had concerns for her mother’s safety, so she installed a CCTV camera in the residence. The camera captured disturbing video showing Ganassin inappropriately touching the victim. Deputies say he was also seen attempting to sexually assault the victim, but she was able to prevent him from doing so. CCSO says Director Tracy Hooks and other staff of Terracina Grand were contacted in regards to the case. They said an internal investigation was conducted, but found some inconsistency in one of the reported statements, so they closed the case. Deputies said they contacted Hooks again this month and advised her of the recent investigation. Hooks also found that the camera system in the building had been tampered with. Once the system was restored, it was discovered that Ganassin was the only one entering or leaving the area right after the camera system was disturbed. This past Sunday, Ganassin was made aware of the investigation and suspended from his job at the facility pending the outcome of the investigation. In speaking with the responding deputy, Ganassin admitted to knowing that the victim suffers from dementia and said that he tries to help her. He denied ever having sexual relations of any kind with the victim. Ganassin was arrested based on the probable cause developed during the investigation, according to the responding deputy. Ganassin was charged with Lewd and Lascivious Molestation of an Elderly and/or Disabled Adult and Criminal Mischief, according to CCSO, and was transported to Naples Jail Center. WINK News reached out to Terracina Grand in reference to the incident. Director Hooks released the following statement: The safety and well-being of our residents is our highest priority. We are fully committed to providing a safe and caring environment for our residents. We are aware criminal charges were filed against a former employee of Terracina Grand. We are fully cooperating with the Collier County Sheriff’s Office in their investigation. As investigation is ongoing, we cannot comment further.