Collier County Sheriff’s Office addresses mental health

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has more resources for helping those in a crisis and keeping them out of jail. Lt. Leslie Weidenhammer says deputies are often put in impossible situations. “We can’t provide treatment, we can’t provide counseling,” Weidenhammer said. So far this year, they’ve responded to a thousand calls involving mental health. “We […]

Holocaust survivor’s story: How a hero saved his life, lives of 40,000 Jews

A Holocaust survivor shared his story about how he was able to survive, how a piece of paper and the bravery of a leader on a different landmass saved his life and gave him back his freedom. Holocaust survivor Robert Nossen, an educator, was born to German Jewish parents. “I was born in Holland, or […]

Fire station in middle of Alligator Alley at risk of shutting down

A fire station in the middle of Alligator Alley is at risk of being shut down. Greater Naples Fire Rescue District’s Station 63 is right in the middle of Alligator Alley, and it’s in trouble of falling victim to the economic impacts brought on by the pandemic. Without the station operating, there would be a […]

East Naples mobile home destroyed by fire

A mobile home in East Naples was engulfed in flames Wednesday afternoon, leaving a man homeless. Firefighters were training just a quarter-mile away when the call came in from Palm Lake Mobile Home Park off US-41. From where they were, they could see the flames shooting out of the home. The assistant fire chief said […]

Sailboat capsizes during rough water conditions near Marco Island

A married couple were setting sail to follow their dream when they ran into trouble by Sand Dollar Island near Marco Island overnight. A rescue tow boat responded to help them out, and things went from bad to worse when both boats capsized. The 42-foot, $250,000 sailboat was stuck about a mile out in the […]

Culver’s in Collier County says it was also hit with counterfeit money

Two businesses in Collier County say they were targeted by crooks recently. They both say it happened the same day. Customers went to the businesses and paid with fake cash. A Culver’s location Tuesday says two men tried to pay for food in counterfeit bills recently, the same day we previously reported Brooks Burgers said […]

Historic Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club set to undergo demolition, renovation

The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, an area staple, is set to be demolished and renovated by its new owners. After 74 years in business, the sun is setting on the sprawling beachfront resort. With all the growth and development, many people feel landmarks like this one are disappearing. Many know this as a […]

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Knowing how to spot fake designer bags can help you protect yourself

Buying used designer bags can save you big bucks. But make sure you don’t fall for a scam and receive a fake product. Picking out fakes can be hit or miss, though. Jennifer Johnson owns True Fashionista in Naples. “They are knocked off really well and other times very poorly,” said Johnson. True Fashionistas is […]

Naples Senior Center expansion approved by Collier County commissioners

A major expansion to the Naples Senior Center was approved in a vote by Collier County Board of County Commissioners Tuesday. When Naples Senior Center opened in 2014, it had 80 members. Now, more than 1,600 people rely on the senior center to support their lives, and the center said that number was more than […]

Collier County Public Schools encourages families to follow guidelines heading into the holidays

More kids are returning to the classroom as cases are rising within Collier County Public Schools, so schools are preparing for the possibility of another spike following the holidays, paired with the return of students in the second semester. Chad Oliver, the CCPS executive director of communications and community engagement, expects more students to return […]