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MARCO ISLAND

Whale dies during rescue attempt in Rose Marina off Marco Island

A whale has died in Rose Marina off Marco Island after a day-long excavation to rescue it. People were saddened to see a whale in distress.

  • June 7, 2023
FORT MYERS

Conviction upheld for Florida roofer who misused $700,000 PPP funds

The conviction for the roofer who misused nearly $700,000 of COVID relief money has been upheld.

  • June 6, 2023
NORTH FORT MYERS

Lee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed swimmer found dead

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded to call of missing swimmer.

  • June 3, 2023
Suspicious Death
ESTERO

Motorcyclist dead after crash on Estero Boulevard

A collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck occurred on Estero Boulevard. The motorcyclist has been pronounced dead.

  • June 3, 2023

Tails wag for an update on one of Friday’s Furry Friends

WINK News meets lovable Tank and checks in on Hercules, who got adopted a day after his first debut on WINK News.

  • June 2, 2023

Punta Gorda police rescue kitten from car engine

The Punta Gorda Police Department safely removed a kitty from a Toyota engine with the fire department’s help.

  • June 1, 2023
PUNTA GORDA

New mine set for Neal Road, expect traffic and pollution, say experts

Nearly 700 acres of agricultural land have been rezoned for mining and excavation in Punta Gorda on Neal Road.

  • June 1, 2023
FORT MYERS

Celebrate National Donut Day with a free donut in Florida

Dunkin’ Donuts is celebrating National Donut Day with free donuts. Enjoy a free classic donut of your choice with a beverage purchase Friday.

  • June 1, 2023
Boil Water
BABCOCK RANCH

Boil water notice issued for Babcock Ranch

A notice has been put out for Babcock Ranch that all tap water should be boiled for at least the next 48 hours.

  • May 31, 2023
BONITA SPRINGS

Lee County deputy restrains alligator found in Village Walk

A seven-foot-long alligator was found in Village Walk by Lee County deputies. They jumped into action to ‘arrest’ the scaly suspect.

  • May 31, 2023

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WINK News Hurricane Special 2023:”Preparing After Ian”

With each hurricane season seeming more ominous than the next, one of nature’s most destructive forces, year after year, closes in on Florida.

  • June 7, 2023
NAPLES

Shy Wolf Sanctuary and Home Base Florida team up to help veterans

The Shy Wolf Sanctuary Education and Experience Center joined forces with Florida to offer a unique experience to veterans.

  • June 7, 2023
COLLIER COUNTY

Discovered human remains identified in Collier County

The human remains found in a wooded area last year have been identified.

  • June 7, 2023
FORT MYERS SHORES

FDOT: Gas leak repairs could take 3 or more days

Gas is spewing from a broken line on State Road 31 off Palm Beach Boulevard, closing SR-31 traffic in both directions.

  • June 7, 2023
CAPE CORAL

People speak out at city council meeting for Cape Coral Yacht Club

Cape Coral City Council is hosting a meeting to discuss the fate of the Cape Coral Yacht Club. A majority speak on behalf of the yacht club.

  • June 7, 2023

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