Governor DeSantis announces state-led portal for temporary housing

The state of Florida released a new portal on Monday, separate from the FEMA portal, but with a different form of government providing the help. The state-led portal has the same goal as the FEMA portal, but it gives you another option if you need temporary housing and have not been able to get it […]

FEMA extending application deadline for Ian Federal Disaster Assistance

FEMA has extended the deadline to apply for Hurricane Ian federal disaster assistance to Jan. 12, 2023. According to FEMA, after the State of Florida made the request, those who suffered damage to their property from Hurricane Ian will have more time to apply for assistance. FEMA extended the application deadline for residents in Brevard, […]

“Christmas on Third” Tree Lighting in Naples

A chance to see snow and meet Santa Claus on Monday in Naples to get into the holiday spirit with live music at the 45th annual tree lighting. The Naples Police Department is shutting down 13th Street off the corner of Third Street in preparation for the tree lighting that will happen around 6:20 p.m. […]

Man arrested, accused of raping a woman in a Naples hotel

Naples police arrested a man on Sunday who is accused of raping a woman he met on Tinder. Police say Corey Moir, 25, was arrested after they received a 911 call about the rape. According to the Naples Police Department, Moir, a friend, the victim, and the victim’s roommate met to play minigolf at a […]

FEMA extends Hurricane Ian disaster assistance application deadline

FEMA announced Monday that it is extending the deadline to apply for federal disaster assistance after Hurricane Ian to January 12. The extended deadline allows people who have suffered damage more time to get the assistance they need. Initially, the deadline to apply for assistance was November 28, or 60 days from when the storm […]

Free Thanksgiving meals handed out at St. Monica’s Episcopal Church

Thanksgiving is just days away, and many families are already struggling, but one non-profit organization is handing out thanksgiving meals ahead of the holiday to ensure people in our area have a hot meal on the table. St. Monica’s Episcopal Church in Naples says it’s been a tough year for many, and many people face […]

Walk to End Alzheimer's. (Credit: Alzheimer's Association)

Naples Walk to End Alzheimer’s also collecting items for the community

In light of the devastation that Hurricane Ian left behind in Southwest Florida, the Naples Walk to End Alzheimer’s is transitioning into a community event. The goal is to support the community by collecting items for seniors while also providing information and programs that can help families during such a difficult time. Among the items […]

Magic of Lights show brings Christmas cheer to Collier County

The night sky in Collier County was lit with Christmas cheer as two million lights bathed the Collier Fairgrounds with a holiday glow. The Magic of Lights show is in Collier County for the first time ever. “We’re just down here looking for a place to celebrate with family,” said John, one of the many […]

103-year-old Naples woman gets birthday wish: a photo with firefighters

It was a dream come true for one birthday girl. Josephine Markell turns 103 next week and her only birthday wish was to have her picture taken with firefighters for her Christmas card. So as a surprise, the North Collier Fire Department decided to take pictures with her. “We wanted to make sure that we […]

Ballet performance at Artis-Naples fundraises for arts community after Ian

Ballet dancers from all across the world are coming together Friday night for a good cause. They are here to participate in a special hurricane fundraiser. The goal for the performance is to raise funds to help communities all across Southwest Florida. So many people need that extra help right now and that’s exactly what […]