Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebrationCrash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration The fog may have rolled in, but it hasn’t stopped crowds from gathering in downtown Fort Myers for the city’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, the Downtown Countdown, to ring in 2025.
Crash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers A Florida Department of Transportation road ranger is lucky to be alive after he was nearly hit by a car on the side of Interstate 75 while helping a stranded motorist.
NAPLES Naples cancels annual NYE fireworks, drawing community criticism The City of Naples has canceled its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display near the Naples Pier, and now county leaders are voicing their displeasure and accusing the city of poor planning.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral celebrates New Year’s Eve with family fun and fireworks Cape Coral is ringing in the new year with a vibrant celebration featuring food, music, games, and not one but two ball drops, offering something for everyone in the family.
New Year’s resolution tips ahead of 2025 As one year ends and another begins, it’s common for us to think of changes we want to make.
PUNTA GORDA Remembering fallen Marine, victim of murder-suicide 1 year ago A Marine was shot and killed at the Port of the Islands Resort on New Year’s Eve last year by a former employee, but his memory lives on in Angels for Heroes.
FORT MYERS BEACH New Year’s Eve crowds fill Fort Myers Beach for fireworks Southwest Florida is kicking off the New Year in style as crowds pack Fort Myers Beach for a lively celebration featuring fireworks, fun and excitement.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department offers fireworks safety tips for New Year’s Eve As the New Year’s Eve festivities approach, the Cape Coral Fire Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks.
FORT MYERS Man accused of stealing several hundred dollars worth of merchandise from Target A man is accused of going into the Target on San Carlos Boulevard on Christmas Eve and attempting to steal several hundred dollars worth of merchandise.
Charlotte County Deputy Chief of Fire accused of DUI Charlotte County’s Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS is in some hot water after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: 2 men wanted for destruction of local restaurant’s window Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for throwing rocks at a local restaurant’s window.
COLLIER COUNTY Driver accused of causing fatal 5-vehicle crash in Collier County, arrested on multiple charges The driver accused of causing a five-vehicle crash that killed one person has been arrested on multiple charges.
FORT MYERS Road closures for New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event in downtown Fort Myers There will be several road closures in downtown Fort Myers for the New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event.
Former Charlotte County deputy named killer of 1979 cold case murder The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has released a statement naming a former deputy as the offender of a cold case murder that occurred in 1979.
the weather authority Partly cloudy and warm Tuesday after a foggy morning The Weather Authority is tracking a partly cloudy Tuesday, with patchy fog expected throughout the New Year’s Eve festivities.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration The fog may have rolled in, but it hasn’t stopped crowds from gathering in downtown Fort Myers for the city’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, the Downtown Countdown, to ring in 2025.
Crash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers A Florida Department of Transportation road ranger is lucky to be alive after he was nearly hit by a car on the side of Interstate 75 while helping a stranded motorist.
NAPLES Naples cancels annual NYE fireworks, drawing community criticism The City of Naples has canceled its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display near the Naples Pier, and now county leaders are voicing their displeasure and accusing the city of poor planning.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral celebrates New Year’s Eve with family fun and fireworks Cape Coral is ringing in the new year with a vibrant celebration featuring food, music, games, and not one but two ball drops, offering something for everyone in the family.
New Year’s resolution tips ahead of 2025 As one year ends and another begins, it’s common for us to think of changes we want to make.
PUNTA GORDA Remembering fallen Marine, victim of murder-suicide 1 year ago A Marine was shot and killed at the Port of the Islands Resort on New Year’s Eve last year by a former employee, but his memory lives on in Angels for Heroes.
FORT MYERS BEACH New Year’s Eve crowds fill Fort Myers Beach for fireworks Southwest Florida is kicking off the New Year in style as crowds pack Fort Myers Beach for a lively celebration featuring fireworks, fun and excitement.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department offers fireworks safety tips for New Year’s Eve As the New Year’s Eve festivities approach, the Cape Coral Fire Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks.
FORT MYERS Man accused of stealing several hundred dollars worth of merchandise from Target A man is accused of going into the Target on San Carlos Boulevard on Christmas Eve and attempting to steal several hundred dollars worth of merchandise.
Charlotte County Deputy Chief of Fire accused of DUI Charlotte County’s Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS is in some hot water after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: 2 men wanted for destruction of local restaurant’s window Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for throwing rocks at a local restaurant’s window.
COLLIER COUNTY Driver accused of causing fatal 5-vehicle crash in Collier County, arrested on multiple charges The driver accused of causing a five-vehicle crash that killed one person has been arrested on multiple charges.
FORT MYERS Road closures for New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event in downtown Fort Myers There will be several road closures in downtown Fort Myers for the New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event.
Former Charlotte County deputy named killer of 1979 cold case murder The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has released a statement naming a former deputy as the offender of a cold case murder that occurred in 1979.
the weather authority Partly cloudy and warm Tuesday after a foggy morning The Weather Authority is tracking a partly cloudy Tuesday, with patchy fog expected throughout the New Year’s Eve festivities.
Credit: WINK News A 5-year-old girl has died in the hospital after being hit while riding her scooter. This happened near the intersection of Castleview Drive and Bayshore Road in North Fort Myers just before 5 p.m. on Saturday. According to Florida Highway Patrol, a 91-year-old man was traveling north on Castelview Dr. in an SUV. The 5-year-old girl was standing with her scooter on the left side of the intersection. Then, FHP says, the little girl on the scooter darted into the roadway attempting to cross the road. The left front side of the SUV hit the little girl. That 5-year-old girl was taken to a hospital in critical condition. FHP said she died in the hospital on Sunday. The Florida Highway Patrol no longer releases the names of those involved in traffic crashes, citing Marsy’s Law.