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.
11 suspects still sought by Charlotte County deputies after Operation Poison Fruit: Anthony Thomas, 30; Walter Bushman, 36; Rebecca Callahan, 24; Jimi Clemens, 36; Brittany Cross, 30; Jacqueline Hamilton-Lee, 47; Toni Layton, 47; Jennifer Olson, 40; Jackie Palon, 58; Suzanne Silva, 28; Darryl Haynes, 34. Credit: Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office 54 suspects have been arrested and 11 more are still sought by deputies following a six-month drug operation by the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office. According to CCSO, its narcotics unit has been conducting “Operation Poisonous Fruit” over the past six months, resulting in the arrest of 54 people, who now face “an abundance of drug charges.” Eleven others are still at large and are actively being searched for by law enforcement. A large percentage of the arrests stemmed from an area of Charlotte County near Mango Street off US-41, referred to by CCSO as the “fruit streets.” During the, 54 cases were developed in which CCCSO says the people involved sold and delivered fentanyl or methamphetamine. 27 more cases were made involving the trafficking of those drugs, which hold at least a three-year minimum/mandatory sentence. All of them face additional charges of simple possession, which adds up to 81 additional charges. Approximately 1000 grams of methamphetamine and 78.7 grams of fentanyl were seized during Operation Poisonous Fruit, which CCSO says is enough to end the lives of 79,000 people. The following suspects were arrested: Dustin Badke, 31 Gregory Bores, 57 Nicholas Bores, 28 Jessica Brown, 32 Joshua Browning, 35 John Brugman, 54 David D Butler, 51 Quwan Capers, 40 David Caro, 34 Leonard Dorris, 41 Major Evans, 46 Peggy Ford, 39 Askia Forman, 35 Christopher Gore, 43 Franklin Grove, 37 Anthony Heathcock, 51 William Hughes, 28 Corie Bennett, 44 Gene Hughes, 40 Thaddeus Majtyka, 37 Jacqueline MacLeod, 50 Taylor Neuman, 28 Shane Wozniak, 34 Kristy Farnsworth, 42 Julie Chambers, 33 Kimberly Diggins, 39 Brian Edwards, 49 Christopher Ridgeway, 34 Thomas Paige, 35 Brandy Gibson, 37 Alicia Descalzo, 38 Melissa Roesing, 38 Chelsea Smith, 29 Eric Conner, 38 Ryan Gros, 43 Ryan White, 41 Walter Long, 43 Kayla Williams, 31 Brandon Tufts, 37 Jennifer Orlick, 39 Christopher Whitis, 47 Andrea Burns, 50 Jason Lamka, 36 Taylor Costales-Plaja, 22 Kellie Rudy, 64 ]Barbara Ridgeway, 44 Megan Perkins, 36 Robert Rhinesmith, 53 Charles Rife, 59 Xavier Sanchez, 26 Amanda Scoles, 44 Joshua Nowak-Hahlbohm, 42 Karl Patureau, 63 Pamela Peak, 52 Those WANTED are as follows: Anthony Thomas, 30 Walter Bushman, 36 Rebecca Callahan, 24 Jimi Clemens, 36 Brittany Cross, 30 Jacqueline Hamilton-Lee, 47 Toni Layton, 47 Jennifer Olson, 40 Jackie Palon, 58 Suzanne Silva, 28 Darryl Haynes, 34