School burglars in Collier County make off with gunsLocal veteran impresses Trump and Stallone with handcrafted flags
NAPLES School burglars in Collier County make off with guns The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying four people who broke into Golden Gate Middle School and stole guns that were locked in a safe.
NAPLES Local veteran impresses Trump and Stallone with handcrafted flags A local veteran has always had a passion for art. After serving in the military, he found a new mission through his hobby of wood cutting.
FORT MYERS Dunbar High cross-country runner makes history as first girl in state finals A Dunbar High senior is making history. Jennifer Gonzalez is the first girl from the school to reach the state finals in cross country.
NORTH NAPLES Meet the Kids Day! Big dollar donors hear how their money helps Tooday is Meet the Kids Day. People who bid on high-dollar auction items at the Naples Winter Wine Festival get to see who benefits.
CAPE CORAL American Legion Post 90 to hold Four Chaplains ceremony American Legion Post 90 is holding the Four Chaplains ceremony commemorating the sinking of an American troop ship during World War II.
SUV crashes into Hendry County canal Hendry County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after an SUV crashed into a canal in Hendry County.
Falling back on New Year’s resolutions Here we are in the last half of January, but the majority of people who made New Year’s resolutions have already given up.
Charlotte County Sheriff: suspect shot 12 times in Englewood deputy-involved shooting The suspect in a deadly deputy-involved shooting was shot 12 times after deputies fired 17 rounds when the man charged them with a machete.
ESTERO Officials working to get Estero Sports Park on fast track The Estero Village Council is looking to speed up the development of the Estero Sports Park.
Punta Gorda’s City Marketplace hits market for $12M The vacant City Marketplace acreage in downtown Punta Gorda hit the market recently with a $12 million price tag and is being marketed as a mixed-use development opportunity that will blend residential, retail and hospitality for a live-work-play environment.
Sip & Sizzle aspires to elevate dining in downtown Fort Myers Sip & Sizzle first opened Jan. 6 at 2236 First St. at the corner of Hendry Street in downtown Fort Myers.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers man arrested for stolen gun and drug possession A man is in jail after he was arrested for lying about having a stolen gun and possessing illegal drugs.
Tim Aten Knows: Water tank, not tower, part of new school Passersby can’t miss the monumental tank and pine tree cell tower under construction at the intersection of Immokalee Road and Cornerstone Drive, about 3 miles east of Collier Boulevard.
the weather authority Morning mist moves out for a sunnier Friday afternoon As the clouds begin to clear, the Weather Authority is tracking Friday afternoon highs in the lower 60s after some morning mist moves out.
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.
NAPLES School burglars in Collier County make off with guns The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying four people who broke into Golden Gate Middle School and stole guns that were locked in a safe.
NAPLES Local veteran impresses Trump and Stallone with handcrafted flags A local veteran has always had a passion for art. After serving in the military, he found a new mission through his hobby of wood cutting.
FORT MYERS Dunbar High cross-country runner makes history as first girl in state finals A Dunbar High senior is making history. Jennifer Gonzalez is the first girl from the school to reach the state finals in cross country.
NORTH NAPLES Meet the Kids Day! Big dollar donors hear how their money helps Tooday is Meet the Kids Day. People who bid on high-dollar auction items at the Naples Winter Wine Festival get to see who benefits.
CAPE CORAL American Legion Post 90 to hold Four Chaplains ceremony American Legion Post 90 is holding the Four Chaplains ceremony commemorating the sinking of an American troop ship during World War II.
SUV crashes into Hendry County canal Hendry County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after an SUV crashed into a canal in Hendry County.
Falling back on New Year’s resolutions Here we are in the last half of January, but the majority of people who made New Year’s resolutions have already given up.
Charlotte County Sheriff: suspect shot 12 times in Englewood deputy-involved shooting The suspect in a deadly deputy-involved shooting was shot 12 times after deputies fired 17 rounds when the man charged them with a machete.
ESTERO Officials working to get Estero Sports Park on fast track The Estero Village Council is looking to speed up the development of the Estero Sports Park.
Punta Gorda’s City Marketplace hits market for $12M The vacant City Marketplace acreage in downtown Punta Gorda hit the market recently with a $12 million price tag and is being marketed as a mixed-use development opportunity that will blend residential, retail and hospitality for a live-work-play environment.
Sip & Sizzle aspires to elevate dining in downtown Fort Myers Sip & Sizzle first opened Jan. 6 at 2236 First St. at the corner of Hendry Street in downtown Fort Myers.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers man arrested for stolen gun and drug possession A man is in jail after he was arrested for lying about having a stolen gun and possessing illegal drugs.
Tim Aten Knows: Water tank, not tower, part of new school Passersby can’t miss the monumental tank and pine tree cell tower under construction at the intersection of Immokalee Road and Cornerstone Drive, about 3 miles east of Collier Boulevard.
the weather authority Morning mist moves out for a sunnier Friday afternoon As the clouds begin to clear, the Weather Authority is tracking Friday afternoon highs in the lower 60s after some morning mist moves out.
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.
COLLIER COUNTY Teen involved in Collier County hit-and-run speaks from his hospital bed The Florida Highway Patrol said Tuesday they believe they’ve found the truck involved in a hit-and-run that left a Collier County teen with serious injuries last week. Troopers said Tuesday that they impounded a black 2006 Ford F-150 from the Whistlers Cove apartment complex parking lot, which is on US-41 at Southwest Boulevard, the intersection […]
VANDERBILT BEACH Beachgoers in Collier County feel like Labor Day was ‘break’ from pandemic People who spent Labor Day on Vanderbilt Beach in Naples were happy to get away from the pandemic, even if just for a few hours. Meanwhile, police were out patrolling the beaches to make sure everyone was social distancing. “There were tons of people many many people from Miami, especially big families and everything,” said […]
Fort Myers pastor pledges to help family of child killed in Alligator Alley crash Gaspearod Maxon was stuck in the traffic jam created by a crash Thursday that claimed the life of a 1-year-old and left several people injured on Alligator Alley in Broward County. He was on his way to a bible study in Miami. Now, the Fort Myers pastor has the entire family in his prayers. “That’s […]
COVID-19 vaccine could be just weeks away A vaccine to fight the coronavirus is what many have been hoping and waiting for for the past few months, but doctors say speed could mean the drug is ineffective. “I think it’s good that we are getting the vaccine,” said Allan Pury of Naples. Not only could it save lives but it will make […]
WINK NEWS ‘Red Alert Restart’: Live performers look for federal support during pandemic Live performers are struggling to make ends meet. They can’t perform in front of big crowds because of the pandemic. That’s why venues nationwide are lit up in Tuesday night. Performers want to see Congress pass the “Restart Act, which could help them get back on their feet. Actors and event workers told us it’s […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County candidate stays in race after cocaine arrest; opponent won’t use it against him Commissioner candidate John Jenkins (D-FL) in Collier County will not drop out of the race for a seat on Collier County Board of County Commissioners, despite a video that shows him passed out and being accused of cocaine possession. Jenkins was asked to step down by the Democratic Party in Collier County after the arrest […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County fairgrounds shows ‘Grease’ for throwback movie night Families in Collier County can grab their blankets and popcorn for a little outdoor movie throwback this weekend. Collier County fairgrounds showed film “Grease” during its “Throwback Outdoor Movie Night” Friday. Families told us it’s the perfect way to enjoy the last few summer nights together. “This is incredible; this is great; it’s a lot […]
COLLIER COUNTY State pediatric report shows spike in Collier County child COVID-19 cases; doctor says it’s too early to tell According to a Florida Department of Health pediatric report, Collier County is fourth in high numbers for children testing positive for the coronavirus. This is something that is worrying parents with school starting Monday. “I don’t want them to stay behind, and it’s not the same to stay home watching the teachers on TV,” parent […]
BONITA SPRINGS 17-year-old girl found chained to bed in Bonita Springs home The Lee County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday arrested two people in Bonita Springs on charges of child abuse after their 17-year-old daughter was found chained to a bed. Neighbors can’t believe what the couple is accused of. Those on Goodwin Street heard the commotion from the home when Jose Samuel Gonzalez, 35, and Yessica Sabala […]
IMMOKALEE NFL player’s dad missing since Monday has returned safely, OCSO says BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Jean Alexandre is safe, according to the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office. Alexandre, missing since Monday, walked up to a ranger’s station at the Kissimmee River State Park at 7:15 a.m. Thursday. He is in good health and will return to his family, the sheriff’s office said. Read more EARLIER REPORT: NFL player […]