Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospitalMan arrested for failing to return U-Haul
Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospital The grandfather of one of the teens struck by a truck in a New Orleans terrorist attack has released a picture of the teens sharing an emotional moment in the hospital.
Man arrested for failing to return U-Haul According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, a man was arrested on Thursday for failing to redeliver a U-Haul truck.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Jeep, knife attack, and officer impersonator This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a stolen Jeep, a man caught red-handed after slashing his neighbor, and a man impersonating a federal officer.
FORT MYERS BEACH Bonita Bill’s final day: Celebrating 34 years of memories At 8 a.m., the doors opened for one last time at Bonita Bill’s, a beloved restaurant that has been a staple on Fort Myers Beach since 1991.
the weather authority Seasonal Sunday in store with highs reaching the mid 70s The Weather Authority says that even though Southwest Florida is getting another chilly start, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s, it will warm up nicely into the afternoon.
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.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leaders A Punta Gorda man has been arrested for sending over thirty threatening emails to senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and a Punta Gorda police officer.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally A 39-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
NORTH PORT North Port Firefighters rescue dog, cats during structure fire North Port Fire Rescue crews responded to a structure fire, saving one dog and four cats from a burning home.
CAPE CORAL Runners turn out for 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way Jim Jeffers Park in Cape Coral transformed into a sea of runners Saturday morning as people laced up their shoes for the 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way.
the weather authority A cool, comfortable first weekend of 2025 with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority is kicking off the first weekend of 2025 on a chilly note with morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Locals respond to Surgeon General advisory on alcohol Many think a cancer warning label won’t stop anyone who is planning on having a drink from having one. But at the same time, hearing alcohol could increase their cancer risk did get them thinking about drinking.
New provision to Florida law gives public the authority to sue over homeless camping People now have the power to sue local leaders for not stopping the homeless from camping in public if a report is made.
CAPE CORAL Understanding water restriction in Cape Coral The city of Canals has water problems again!
SANIBEL Future of the Sanibel Pier Sanibel Island is looking much better since Hurricane Ian, but while the lighthouse is standing tall, the pier isn’t doing too well.
Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospital The grandfather of one of the teens struck by a truck in a New Orleans terrorist attack has released a picture of the teens sharing an emotional moment in the hospital.
Man arrested for failing to return U-Haul According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, a man was arrested on Thursday for failing to redeliver a U-Haul truck.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Stolen Jeep, knife attack, and officer impersonator This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a stolen Jeep, a man caught red-handed after slashing his neighbor, and a man impersonating a federal officer.
FORT MYERS BEACH Bonita Bill’s final day: Celebrating 34 years of memories At 8 a.m., the doors opened for one last time at Bonita Bill’s, a beloved restaurant that has been a staple on Fort Myers Beach since 1991.
the weather authority Seasonal Sunday in store with highs reaching the mid 70s The Weather Authority says that even though Southwest Florida is getting another chilly start, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s, it will warm up nicely into the afternoon.
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.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leaders A Punta Gorda man has been arrested for sending over thirty threatening emails to senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and a Punta Gorda police officer.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally A 39-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
NORTH PORT North Port Firefighters rescue dog, cats during structure fire North Port Fire Rescue crews responded to a structure fire, saving one dog and four cats from a burning home.
CAPE CORAL Runners turn out for 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way Jim Jeffers Park in Cape Coral transformed into a sea of runners Saturday morning as people laced up their shoes for the 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way.
the weather authority A cool, comfortable first weekend of 2025 with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority is kicking off the first weekend of 2025 on a chilly note with morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Locals respond to Surgeon General advisory on alcohol Many think a cancer warning label won’t stop anyone who is planning on having a drink from having one. But at the same time, hearing alcohol could increase their cancer risk did get them thinking about drinking.
New provision to Florida law gives public the authority to sue over homeless camping People now have the power to sue local leaders for not stopping the homeless from camping in public if a report is made.
CAPE CORAL Understanding water restriction in Cape Coral The city of Canals has water problems again!
SANIBEL Future of the Sanibel Pier Sanibel Island is looking much better since Hurricane Ian, but while the lighthouse is standing tall, the pier isn’t doing too well.
The Shy Wolf Sanctuary, one of Naples’s hidden gems, is now benefiting from a healthy donation from Thomas Golisano. On Nov. 19, the sanctuary received a $150,000 donation. It was one of dozens of local organizations that received a portion of nearly $85 million donated by Golisano. “We are a small animal sanctuary here in Naples, and we struggle to make ends meet and to feed our animals,” explained Debbie LoVerde, the operations manager at Shy Wolf. “The costs get high, as it does for a lot of organizations. So we’re really grateful for this gift.” RELATED: Thomas Golisano pledges $85M to SWFL non-profits Shy Wolf is a nonprofit taking care of 40 animals, ranging from wolves to wolf dogs to foxes and tortoises. Each of them has their own unique physical and emotional needs. “We are not of the type of organization that rehab and release,” explained LoVerde. “We provide them with lifelong sanctuary. “ Shy Wolf rescues captive, bred and exotic animals. Each one has their own heart-wrenching story of resilience. “All of our animals here have experienced either some type of abuse, neglect or abandonment,” said LoVerde. “Many of the animals here have never lived in the wild. They’ve been born and raised in captivity, so they can’t just be let go.” Once at the shelter, the animals are provided with whatever they need for life: veterinary care, food, shelter, enrichment and lots of love. “If you take that what it costs for you to take care of your pet on an annual basis, and you multiply that by 40, you’ll get a sense of about how much it will cost to care for these animals on a regular basis,” said LoVerde. “Each time we go to the vet, it’s hundreds, if not thousands of dollars.” It all adds up, so when LoVerde learned they received a surprise grant from Tom Golisano, she was over the moon. “We were just so honored,” said LoVerde. “It was such a pleasure to meet him and to shake his hand and to thank him in person for that very generous gift. We’re just really excited about how that will help us in the future to just really continue to do our work.” RELATED: Make-a-Wish granted at Shy Wolf Sanctuary Nestled between houses in a residential area, the Shy Wolf Sanctuary has been around for over thirty years. “We are struggling with the age of the sanctuary,” explained LoVerde. “It’s been here over 30 years, and so, like everything else, there’s wear and tear, and we have a lot of enclosures that need to be rebuilt, and we have a lot of things that need to be refurbished and remodeled.” First on the list is Gretel, in the fox’s enclosure. Rescued from a fur farm, Gretel is a far cry from the scrawny little thing she once was. “She loves to dig,” said LoVerde. “And she loves to hide!” And now, Gretel will be the first animal at Shy Wolf to benefit from the big donation. “It’s really time to get the rotted wood out of there and to really give our fox, Gretel, a really wonderful place for her to feel like it’s much more of a natural environment,” said LoVerde. And that’s just the beginning. “That’s going to be our first step in trying to get the sanctuary just to be a little bit of a nicer place for the animals and for the wonderful supporters and visitors that come here and enjoy what we do, the labor of love that we have here every day,” said LoVerde. If you are interested in donating or signing up to volunteer at Shy Wolf Sanctuary, click here.