NAPLES Turtle Club in Naples reopens Following a 19-month closure because of Hurricane Ian, the Turtle Club has reopened.
FORT MYERS BEACH Hurricane season preparations at Lee County construction sites Many already know the drill when hurricane season is around the corner.
SANIBEL Bones found on Sanibel concern beachgoers A husband and wife found what appeared to be bones. What type and where they came from is being investigated.
FGCU FGCU president reflects on first year with graduating class Alico Arena was packed this weekend as Florida Gulf Coast University graduated 1,900 students in four ceremonies.
Reverse shoulder replacement offers new approach to pain management Shoulder replacement is the third most common replacement in the US, following hip and knee replacement.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Lee County teachers bargain for new raises Kevin Daly is the voice of the Lee County Teachers Union, and he says he knows firsthand the struggle teachers experience across the state.
FORT MYERS New Starbucks off Colonial expected to add to traffic headaches It’s a venti-sized traffic nightmare. That’s how Gina O’Donnell envisions the future of this plaza.
NAPLES Feeding families through Meals of Hope They’re a Naples-based non-profit organization whose mission is to alleviate hunger both locally and throughout the country.
Family dealing with two losses in quick succession A teenager will not get to celebrate turning 21 years old with friends, can’t put a smile on his family member’s faces and will never get to see his mother again.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israeli leaders have approved a military operation into the Gaza Strip city of Rafah Israeli leaders approved a military operation into the Gaza Strip city of Rafah, and Israeli forces were striking targets in the area, officials announced Monday, hours after Hamas announced it had accepted an Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire proposal.
FORT MYERS Middle school tech worker uses CPR skills to save pickleball player’s life It was the right place, at the right time, and that right place was near the pickleball court.
EVERGLADES Big Sugar’s lawsuit for control over Lake Okeechobee water A local non-profit is calling one lawsuit a battle for who controls the water in the State of Florida. Three major sugar companies filed a lawsuit in 2021 against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over the design and intended use of the Everglades Agriculture Area (EAA) Reservoir.
NAPLES Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day program returns to Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Sunday was a day to remember the six million men, women and children lost in the Holocaust.
COLLIER COUNTY 13th dead Florida panther of 2024 found Saturday; deaths now match 2023’s annual total Wildlife officials discovered the 13 dead endangered Florida panther of the year, matching 2023’s total reported mortalities less than halfway into the year.
NORTH PORT Entryway work temporarily closes North Port Library The North Port Library will be closed through Saturday while work is being done to the entryway. During the closure books and other borrowed items can be returned to nearby locations.
NAPLES Turtle Club in Naples reopens Following a 19-month closure because of Hurricane Ian, the Turtle Club has reopened.
FORT MYERS BEACH Hurricane season preparations at Lee County construction sites Many already know the drill when hurricane season is around the corner.
SANIBEL Bones found on Sanibel concern beachgoers A husband and wife found what appeared to be bones. What type and where they came from is being investigated.
FGCU FGCU president reflects on first year with graduating class Alico Arena was packed this weekend as Florida Gulf Coast University graduated 1,900 students in four ceremonies.
Reverse shoulder replacement offers new approach to pain management Shoulder replacement is the third most common replacement in the US, following hip and knee replacement.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Lee County teachers bargain for new raises Kevin Daly is the voice of the Lee County Teachers Union, and he says he knows firsthand the struggle teachers experience across the state.
FORT MYERS New Starbucks off Colonial expected to add to traffic headaches It’s a venti-sized traffic nightmare. That’s how Gina O’Donnell envisions the future of this plaza.
NAPLES Feeding families through Meals of Hope They’re a Naples-based non-profit organization whose mission is to alleviate hunger both locally and throughout the country.
Family dealing with two losses in quick succession A teenager will not get to celebrate turning 21 years old with friends, can’t put a smile on his family member’s faces and will never get to see his mother again.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israeli leaders have approved a military operation into the Gaza Strip city of Rafah Israeli leaders approved a military operation into the Gaza Strip city of Rafah, and Israeli forces were striking targets in the area, officials announced Monday, hours after Hamas announced it had accepted an Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire proposal.
FORT MYERS Middle school tech worker uses CPR skills to save pickleball player’s life It was the right place, at the right time, and that right place was near the pickleball court.
EVERGLADES Big Sugar’s lawsuit for control over Lake Okeechobee water A local non-profit is calling one lawsuit a battle for who controls the water in the State of Florida. Three major sugar companies filed a lawsuit in 2021 against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over the design and intended use of the Everglades Agriculture Area (EAA) Reservoir.
NAPLES Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day program returns to Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Sunday was a day to remember the six million men, women and children lost in the Holocaust.
COLLIER COUNTY 13th dead Florida panther of 2024 found Saturday; deaths now match 2023’s annual total Wildlife officials discovered the 13 dead endangered Florida panther of the year, matching 2023’s total reported mortalities less than halfway into the year.
NORTH PORT Entryway work temporarily closes North Port Library The North Port Library will be closed through Saturday while work is being done to the entryway. During the closure books and other borrowed items can be returned to nearby locations.
WINK NEWS FedEx, UPS and USPS holiday shipping deadlines are here Christmas is less than two weeks away and you don’t have much time to get your gifts in the mail so they arrive in time for the holiday. There are a number of shipping deadlines coming up this week. The first one is Wednesday, but the United States Postal Service, UPS, and FedEx are telling […]
WINK NEWS Season of Savings: Getting the best deals for your holiday travel Millions of people are expected to pass through American airports every day of the Christmas travel holiday. However, the omicron variant is making international travel a bit more complicated. And, now it’s harder to find travel deals. WINK News consumer reporter Andryanna Sheppard wants to ensure travelers get the best deals available. Websites and apps […]
WINK NEWS Inflation hit a 39-year high in November, but it doesn’t have to break your bank It’s going to cost more to get gifts under the tree and food on the table this holiday season compared to years past. An inflation report out Friday shows that consumer prices jumped at the highest rate in 39 years, up 6.8% over the last year. “I coupon a lot,” said shopper Addie Diaz, who […]
FORT MYERS How do you know that piece of jewelry you buy is authentic? Jewelry sales jump during the holiday season, but are you getting what you’re paying for? We look at how can we tell if a piece of jewelry is authentic? Whether you’re shopping for the bling or going for the gold, you might need more than just your eyes to figure out if it’s the real […]
WINK NEWS A gift from the heart doesn’t have to cost a lot Shopping for loved ones this holiday season doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. A gift from the heart is worth millions, which is why thoughtful gifts can help you save this season. They don’t always have to come in a beautifully wrapped box. Christmas isn’t all about ribbons or tags or packages, […]
FORT MYERS With 3G cellular going away in 2022, it’s buyer beware with older devices Before you buy a used cellphone for a loved one this holiday season, you need to know why many are about to become obsolete and useless. Providers like AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and others will finalize the shutting down of their 3G networks in early 2022. So you’ll need to upgrade to a phone with at […]
FORT MYERS Newer holiday decorations could save you money and keep you safe Holiday cheer can be costly but getting more modern decorations can help you save this season. Buying LED lights can help you save money in the long run while also keeping you safe. Florida Power and Light said LED lights are best to keep costs down. The amount of power it takes to operate the […]
FORT MYERS Green Monday, another shopping holiday, is right around the corner Green Monday, the second busiest online holiday shopping day, is less than two weeks away. Ads for Green Monday, Dec. 13, will start appearing soon. You’ll save but experts say getting the gift on time is not guaranteed. Traditionally, it’s the last day you can make your list, check it twice and get your gifts […]
WINK NEWS How you can make sure you are donating to a reputable charity, organization Before you donate this giving Tuesday, and really anytime you’re asked to give to charity, grab the iPad, log into your computer and do your homework. The first step you should always take is research. Search the name of the charity you would like to donate to and add the word “scam,” or “complaint” to […]
WINK NEWS People could carry credit card debt into the new year as pandemic strains finances In an already financially tricky year, some Americans could carry credit card debt into the new year. Experts say more and more Americans are using credit cards to put gifts under the tree. Our collective credit card balances have seen better days. And this holiday season sin not going to make things any easier. This […]