Neighbors to protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass BridgePort Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion
MATLACHA Neighbors to protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass Bridge People are set to take the streets and protest the delay in repairs to the Matlacha Pass Bridge.
Port Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion Lee County and Port Authority Commissioner Brian Hamman finally had a public forum to get some answers on why a construction project went more than $346 million over budget and will be more than four years behind schedule to complete.
DeSantis responds to question for Sheriff Marceno suspension Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed calls for the suspension of Lee County’s sheriff amid an FBI investigation into his office.
Annette’s Beach Book Nook celebrates grand reopening on Fort Myers Beach From 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18, Annette Stillson finally will be celebrating the grand reopening of the new-look Annette’s Beach Book Nook.
Punta Gorda renowned media artist finds safe haven for work Former businessman and artist David Sussman, known for his photography on canvas and coffee-table photography books, has found a safe, flood-proof homestead after he lost several homes and studios to hurricanes.
Mugshot released of man accused of injuring deputy then leading multi-county chase The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has released the mugshot of Fritzson Paul, the man accused of leading deputies on a multi-county chase stemming from a carjacking.
FORT MYERS FDOT hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony for Caloosahatchee River Bridge sidewalk project FDOT is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Caloosahatchee River Bridge and the New Sidewalk Project.
Fort Myers Council explores possible locations for new City Hall When the city of Fort Myers builds a new City Hall, it’s most likely to remain downtown at then current site.
Tim Aten Knows: Plans advance for second Costco store Costco Wholesale Corp. is moving ahead with plans for a second store in Collier County on the southeast corner of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and Collier Boulevard, immediately north of Physician Regional Medical Center-Collier Boulevard.
naples Naples Winter Wine Festival holds online auction for charity The Naples Winter Wine Festival is set to hold its 10th annual online auction, raising funds for the Naples Children & Education Foundation and donating all proceeds.
the weather authority Clouds and isolated rain for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain showers and increased cloud coverage that may impact your Friday afternoon plans.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
Charlotte County Man killed in deputy-involved shooting; Charlotte deputies say he pointed gun at them The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting, which killed a man they said pointed a gun at them.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County hosts first-ever Magnet Fair A first-of-its-kind chance to allow parents and students to choose the school they go to.
PORT CHARLOTTE Daughter believes mother was killed in Port Charlotte house fire A family is holding each other close as they fear for the worst. Loved ones of 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano told wink new they believe she was killed in this house fire in Port Charlotte on Monday.
MATLACHA Neighbors to protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass Bridge People are set to take the streets and protest the delay in repairs to the Matlacha Pass Bridge.
Port Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion Lee County and Port Authority Commissioner Brian Hamman finally had a public forum to get some answers on why a construction project went more than $346 million over budget and will be more than four years behind schedule to complete.
DeSantis responds to question for Sheriff Marceno suspension Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed calls for the suspension of Lee County’s sheriff amid an FBI investigation into his office.
Annette’s Beach Book Nook celebrates grand reopening on Fort Myers Beach From 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18, Annette Stillson finally will be celebrating the grand reopening of the new-look Annette’s Beach Book Nook.
Punta Gorda renowned media artist finds safe haven for work Former businessman and artist David Sussman, known for his photography on canvas and coffee-table photography books, has found a safe, flood-proof homestead after he lost several homes and studios to hurricanes.
Mugshot released of man accused of injuring deputy then leading multi-county chase The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has released the mugshot of Fritzson Paul, the man accused of leading deputies on a multi-county chase stemming from a carjacking.
FORT MYERS FDOT hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony for Caloosahatchee River Bridge sidewalk project FDOT is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Caloosahatchee River Bridge and the New Sidewalk Project.
Fort Myers Council explores possible locations for new City Hall When the city of Fort Myers builds a new City Hall, it’s most likely to remain downtown at then current site.
Tim Aten Knows: Plans advance for second Costco store Costco Wholesale Corp. is moving ahead with plans for a second store in Collier County on the southeast corner of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and Collier Boulevard, immediately north of Physician Regional Medical Center-Collier Boulevard.
naples Naples Winter Wine Festival holds online auction for charity The Naples Winter Wine Festival is set to hold its 10th annual online auction, raising funds for the Naples Children & Education Foundation and donating all proceeds.
the weather authority Clouds and isolated rain for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain showers and increased cloud coverage that may impact your Friday afternoon plans.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
Charlotte County Man killed in deputy-involved shooting; Charlotte deputies say he pointed gun at them The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting, which killed a man they said pointed a gun at them.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County hosts first-ever Magnet Fair A first-of-its-kind chance to allow parents and students to choose the school they go to.
PORT CHARLOTTE Daughter believes mother was killed in Port Charlotte house fire A family is holding each other close as they fear for the worst. Loved ones of 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano told wink new they believe she was killed in this house fire in Port Charlotte on Monday.
Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers still has not found the people responsible for beating up a driver Jan. 9 in North Fort Myers. The assault happened at the intersection of Pondella Road and Lamar Road in North Fort Myers. Luckily, Crime Stoppers has already received dozens of tips. It says it isn’t a matter of if they’ll find them but when. Each of the men shown in pictures below are suspects in a North Fort Myers road rage attack. Trish Routte, who works with Crime Stoppers, says the attack was brutal. “It’s an absolutely brutal attack and unprovoked,” Routte said. “I mean, the motorcycle drivers that were involved in this, they were the aggressors.” The suspects on the motorcycles all traveled together and wore the same club shirt. They were weaving in and out of traffic, cutting drivers off. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers are looking for a motorcylcle crew accused of beating up a driver in a road rage incident, (CREDIT: SWFL Crime Stoppers) One man saw what the group was doing and shouted at them. “Words were exchanged, and at that point, all the bikers just surrounded his vehicle, and they immediately knocked off the side rearview mirror,” Routte said. “At that point, the victim used the wrench that he had in his car for his own protection. I mean, you got seven or eight people swarming on you.” Routte also says they used that same wrench to beat the victim. The suspects also used their helmets to beat him up and kicked him. “They quickly disarmed him of that wrench, and they used that against him, bashing him over the skull,” Rputte said. “I mean, it was a horrific thing to see.” The pictures came from the victim’s dashcam video that recorded the entire incident. “You cut them off in traffic. You were causing mayhem on the roads, and you’re going to exert that kind of violence? Unprovoked? That just tells you a little bit about these individuals,” Routte said. The victim had his skull fractured and now has 15-20 staples in his head. Witnesses were able to stop the attack before it got any worse. If you have any information on the identities of these suspects, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com.