Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogsDozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogs Christmas is meant to be merry, but for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes it can be anything but.
NAPLES Dozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House The St. Matthews House fed nearly 500 people hot and traditional holiday meals at their Naples shelter on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL Project Siren; Cape Coral chaplain praying for first responders The sound of sirens, life and death hang in the balance. A cape coral chaplain bows his head and says a prayer.
FORT MYERS Residents celebrate Hanukkah and Christmas on the same day Hanukkah begins Wednesday with the lighting of the first candle. Each night, another candle will be lit until all eight shine bright.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood residents still recovering from hurricanes on Christmas Neighbors on Lemon Bay Drive in Englewood said their homes had never seen a drop of a water from a hurricane until 2024.
FORT MYERS Dr. Piper Center hosts annual Christmas Celebration Dozens of children are enjoying new bicycles on Christmas day thanks to the generosity of the Dr. Piper Center.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 25, 2024 This weekly Most Wanted Wednesday WINK News segment features fugitives from justice in Southwest Florida.
Spending the holidays with first responders For most of us, Christmas is about spending time with family, but one group is making sure our families are staying safe.
More clouds and a few showers for your Christmas Day plans The Weather Authority is tracking more clouds on Christmas day than we saw on Christmas Eve and the chance for a few showers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Adoptive family spends first Christmas together Family come in all shapes and sizes but all share one common thing, their love for each other. One southwest Florida woman couldn’t have kids, so she built her family through adoption and fostering.
PUNTA GORDA Man accused of shooting man at Punta Gorda motel A man has been arrested after allegedly shooting another man during a physical dispute at a Punta Gorda motel.
What’s open and closed on Christmas Day in SWFL On Christmas Day, many businesses and services are closed, including most retail stores, offices, and government buildings.
NAPLES Celebrating Christmas Eve with the Magic of Lights Across southwest Florida, people have been feeling the Christmas spirit. In Collier County, families at the Magic of Lights experience counted down the minutes to Santa’s arrival in awe of the spectacular display.
FORT MYERS BEACH Beachgoers enjoy Fort Myers Beach on Christmas Eve Whether you’re a full-time Floridian, a snowbird or just vacationing here for Christmas, it was a great day to go to the beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ‘Chrismukkah’; Two major holidays fall on the same day This year Christmas and Hanukkah fall on the same day. Many people of both faiths across our area will participate in the rare opportunity to celebrate both holidays.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogs Christmas is meant to be merry, but for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes it can be anything but.
NAPLES Dozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House The St. Matthews House fed nearly 500 people hot and traditional holiday meals at their Naples shelter on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL Project Siren; Cape Coral chaplain praying for first responders The sound of sirens, life and death hang in the balance. A cape coral chaplain bows his head and says a prayer.
FORT MYERS Residents celebrate Hanukkah and Christmas on the same day Hanukkah begins Wednesday with the lighting of the first candle. Each night, another candle will be lit until all eight shine bright.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood residents still recovering from hurricanes on Christmas Neighbors on Lemon Bay Drive in Englewood said their homes had never seen a drop of a water from a hurricane until 2024.
FORT MYERS Dr. Piper Center hosts annual Christmas Celebration Dozens of children are enjoying new bicycles on Christmas day thanks to the generosity of the Dr. Piper Center.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 25, 2024 This weekly Most Wanted Wednesday WINK News segment features fugitives from justice in Southwest Florida.
Spending the holidays with first responders For most of us, Christmas is about spending time with family, but one group is making sure our families are staying safe.
More clouds and a few showers for your Christmas Day plans The Weather Authority is tracking more clouds on Christmas day than we saw on Christmas Eve and the chance for a few showers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Adoptive family spends first Christmas together Family come in all shapes and sizes but all share one common thing, their love for each other. One southwest Florida woman couldn’t have kids, so she built her family through adoption and fostering.
PUNTA GORDA Man accused of shooting man at Punta Gorda motel A man has been arrested after allegedly shooting another man during a physical dispute at a Punta Gorda motel.
What’s open and closed on Christmas Day in SWFL On Christmas Day, many businesses and services are closed, including most retail stores, offices, and government buildings.
NAPLES Celebrating Christmas Eve with the Magic of Lights Across southwest Florida, people have been feeling the Christmas spirit. In Collier County, families at the Magic of Lights experience counted down the minutes to Santa’s arrival in awe of the spectacular display.
FORT MYERS BEACH Beachgoers enjoy Fort Myers Beach on Christmas Eve Whether you’re a full-time Floridian, a snowbird or just vacationing here for Christmas, it was a great day to go to the beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ‘Chrismukkah’; Two major holidays fall on the same day This year Christmas and Hanukkah fall on the same day. Many people of both faiths across our area will participate in the rare opportunity to celebrate both holidays.
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Caught on Camera: A black bear wandering too close for comfort in Golden Gate Estates Neighbors are on high alert after a bear comes too close for comfort. A suspected mama bear was caught on camera in Golden Gate Estates is causing concerns. A camera in the driveway of a home in Golden Gate Estates captures animals bumping through the night. The latest one is a big black bear which […]
NAPLES Man arrested for punching manager at downtown Naples restaurant A 70-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday night after getting into a fight with a manager at a 5th Avenue restaurant in Naples. This isn’t the first time the upscale area has been the scene of a crime. However, people in the area say they are not worried about their safety. They said arguments and […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County woman sends letter to Gov. DeSantis calling for his help with soaring rent A woman in Collier County is sending letters to Governor Ron DeSantis with her concerns over the rising rent costs. Annemarie Miller said her sons, who have good jobs, are still struggling to make ends meet. She said they are using more than 50% of their checks for rent. Miller wrote a letter to Governor […]
NAPLES Therapy center for children with special needs reopens after child falls from window A therapy center for kids with special needs is reopening after a child fell from a second-story window. This happened along Goodlette-Frank Road in Naples. A counselor at the center told officers a child at O’Connell Behaiovral Services in Naples punched his brother. Then, the staff took him to a classroom. He was running to […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County deputies investigating Wednesday shooting in Golden Gate Authorities are investigating a shooting at the Alvista Golden Gate Apartments next to the Golden Gate Community Park in Collier County. The shooting happened on Wednesday. Collier County deputies are still searching for those responsible. One woman hid behind bushes with her brother and uncle when the gunman opened fire. Her uncle was struck in […]
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES New massive playground opens at Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park A new playground at Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park in Golden Gate Estates is finally open after delays due to supply shortages. And it’s a big win for the community. Parents who live in the area got used to not having a playground around since it’s hard to miss what you never have. Other plans […]
FORT MYERS Pandemic continues to make food insecurity an issue in Southwest Florida Hunger is casting its shadow over Southwest Florida. For the past two years since the pandemic hit, the need in our community continues to increase. Every time a mobile food bank sets up shop in Golden Gate, or anywhere in Southwest Florida, there is a line of cars. “The lines are getting longer and longer […]
NAPLES Record-breaking number of ballots cast in Naples City Council elections A record number of ballots have been cast in this year’s Naples City Council election. There are three seats up for grabs this cycle. Every vote counts, so many showed up bright and early to cast their ballots for Naples City Council seats. Jim Mahons says he always votes on election day. “Well, we are […]
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island looking to add more trees to its landscape A city in Southwest Florida is looking to change the color of its landscape. Marco Island has fewer trees than many other parts of the country, but the city is trying to change that. The city’s objective is to add 10,000 trees within the next 10 years. But, for now, the project is still in […]
NAPLES Early voting continues in Naples city council races In-person or by mail, voters in Naples are casting their ballots for three city council seats. Rose Carcione said she is 100% certain about the security of her vote. She trusts the Collier County Supervisor of Elections. So does Maria Mair. “I put the ballot form into the machine and the machine checks if I’ve […]