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DMV intercepts letter threatening biological weapon - (2 clicks)
A threatening letter claiming to have a biological weapon was intercepted at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles in Tallahassee today.
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A threatening letter claiming to have a biological weapon was intercepted at the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles in Tallahassee today.
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Maastch may take plea deal from the State -
The man accused of stabbing a woman inside her home may take a plea deal Monday.
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The man accused of stabbing a woman inside her home may take a plea deal Monday.
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Missing Collier County woman may be in danger -
Desire Harris, 47, was last seen in the Quail Forrest Boulevard area shortly after 4:30 p.m. She was wearing denim shorts or skirt and possibly a yellow shirt. She may be driving a 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
[Desire Harris]
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Desire Harris, 47, was last seen in the Quail Forrest Boulevard area shortly after 4:30 p.m. She was wearing denim shorts or skirt and possibly a yellow shirt. She may be driving a 2004 Chrysler Sebring.
[Desire Harris]
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FMPD investigates shooting near Ford and Willard Streets -
Fort Myers Police continue to search for the suspect who shot a man near the intersection of Ford and Willard Streets on Sunday just before 10:30 p.m.
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Fort Myers Police continue to search for the suspect who shot a man near the intersection of Ford and Willard Streets on Sunday just before 10:30 p.m.
[Willard Streets]
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Cops: Fla. teen dies in drug deal gone bad -
A teenager has died after being dragged by the driver of a pickup truck when an apparent drug deal went bad.
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A teenager has died after being dragged by the driver of a pickup truck when an apparent drug deal went bad.
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Fla. legislators approve plan for teacher raises -
Floridas teachers are going to get a pay raise, but it wont be coming until next year.
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Floridas teachers are going to get a pay raise, but it wont be coming until next year.
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Bittersweet birthday: Estates family struggles to move on after daughters death during childbirth -
Hospital staff had already come out with her granddaughter, a perfect but premature baby, she remembers. Now, after hearing calls of a "code blue" and no sign of her daughter, she looked desperately for someone in the women's center to squash her suspicio
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Hospital staff had already come out with her granddaughter, a perfect but premature baby, she remembers. Now, after hearing calls of a "code blue" and no sign of her daughter, she looked desperately for someone in the women's center to squash her suspicio
[premature baby]
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Shift Change: Ex-Blade Brent McDonald keeping a family tradition alive -
Family is extremely important to former Florida Everblade Brent McDonald, and as a hockey player, he formed a brotherly bond with his teammates.
[Brent McDonald]
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Family is extremely important to former Florida Everblade Brent McDonald, and as a hockey player, he formed a brotherly bond with his teammates.
[Brent McDonald]
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Crash involving Collier County Sheriff's Office vehicle causes I-75 delays - A crash involving a Collier County Sheriff's Office vehicle closed part of northbound I-75 in Collier County early this morning.
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I-75 northbound lanes reopen after crash - Two multiple vehicle crashes in Collier on I-75 at MM103 left only one northbound lane open during morning rush hour traffic Monday.
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Naples police activity report - A rundown of the latest activity from the Naples Police Department.
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FHP: Tire blowout caused crash with dump truck, patrol car -
A tire blowout appears to be the cause of two subsequent crashes that happened Monday morning on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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A tire blowout appears to be the cause of two subsequent crashes that happened Monday morning on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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FHP: Tire blowout caused crash with dump truck, patrol car -
A tire blowout appears to be the cause of two subsequent crashes that happened Monday morning on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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A tire blowout appears to be the cause of two subsequent crashes that happened Monday morning on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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Lehigh school collects pet food, supplies for local shelter -
Now through May 10, Veterans Park Academy for the Arts is collecting pet food and pet supplies for Gulf Coast Humane Society.
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Now through May 10, Veterans Park Academy for the Arts is collecting pet food and pet supplies for Gulf Coast Humane Society.
[Veterans Park Academy for the Arts]
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The week ahead in state and local government: April 29-May 3 -
Here’s a look at some of the events and major Southwest Florida local government meetings that could generate news reports in the coming week:
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Here’s a look at some of the events and major Southwest Florida local government meetings that could generate news reports in the coming week:
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State Legislators Approve Teacher Pay Raise Plan -
Fla. legislators approve plan for teacher raises
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Fla. legislators approve plan for teacher raises
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Traffic Alert: Accident @ I-75 NB at MM 104 - Lane Blocked -
Collier County, Fla., - The Florida Highway Patrol tells Wink News a Collier County Patrol Vehicle was involved in an accident on I-75 NB at MM 104 this morning.
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Collier County, Fla., - The Florida Highway Patrol tells Wink News a Collier County Patrol Vehicle was involved in an accident on I-75 NB at MM 104 this morning.
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SW Florida weather: Rain chances increase this week -
The last few days of April will be on the warm side, with an unsettled weather pattern shaping up for the middle part of the week.
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The last few days of April will be on the warm side, with an unsettled weather pattern shaping up for the middle part of the week.
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SW Florida weather: Rain chances increase this week -
The last few days of April will be on the warm side, with an unsettled weather pattern shaping up for the middle part of the week.
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The last few days of April will be on the warm side, with an unsettled weather pattern shaping up for the middle part of the week.
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Southwest Florida sea turtle nesting season off to crawling start -
Though nests sometimes are spotted in advance of the May 1 through Oct. 31 sea turtle nesting season in Florida, so far none of the threatened species’ nests have been reported in Lee and Collier counties.
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Though nests sometimes are spotted in advance of the May 1 through Oct. 31 sea turtle nesting season in Florida, so far none of the threatened species’ nests have been reported in Lee and Collier counties.
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Southwest Florida sea turtle nesting season off to crawling start -
Though nests sometimes are spotted in advance of the May 1 through Oct. 31 sea turtle nesting season in Florida, so far none of the threatened species’ nests have been reported in Lee and Collier counties.
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Though nests sometimes are spotted in advance of the May 1 through Oct. 31 sea turtle nesting season in Florida, so far none of the threatened species’ nests have been reported in Lee and Collier counties.
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STAY TUNED: WINK and NBC-2 tweak news sets -
Casual viewers of NBC-2 might not have noticed much of a difference this week; a little less clutter on the set; a little brighter, more cheerful.
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Casual viewers of NBC-2 might not have noticed much of a difference this week; a little less clutter on the set; a little brighter, more cheerful.
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Experts see bank-owned homes returning to market in Southwest Florida -
Real estate experts say banks aren’t holding on to foreclosed homes like they used to in Florida. One measure for the trend is real estate owned properties — or REOs — hitting the market after a lender acquired them, such as through foreclosure.
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Real estate experts say banks aren’t holding on to foreclosed homes like they used to in Florida. One measure for the trend is real estate owned properties — or REOs — hitting the market after a lender acquired them, such as through foreclosure.
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Golden Apple Award Q&A: Andrew Klatzkow, Mr. K -
Editor’s note: This is the third of a series of reports on the six Golden Apple winners in Collier County leading up to the May 10 Golden Apple banquet. The reports are publishing twice weekly in the Daily News leading up to the banquet.
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Editor’s note: This is the third of a series of reports on the six Golden Apple winners in Collier County leading up to the May 10 Golden Apple banquet. The reports are publishing twice weekly in the Daily News leading up to the banquet.
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Golden Apple Award Q&A: Andrew Klatzkow, Mr. K -
Editor’s note: This is the third of a series of reports on the six Golden Apple winners in Collier County leading up to the May 10 Golden Apple banquet. The reports are publishing twice weekly in the Daily News leading up to the banquet.
[the Daily News]
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Editor’s note: This is the third of a series of reports on the six Golden Apple winners in Collier County leading up to the May 10 Golden Apple banquet. The reports are publishing twice weekly in the Daily News leading up to the banquet.
[the Daily News]
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Woman hit and killed by truck in Immokalee - An investigation is underway after an Immokalee woman was hit and killed by a truck Saturday night.
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Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 29 2013
In the Know: What is being done at corner of Livingston and Vanderbilt Beach roads? -
Q: A wide swath of trees has been bulldozed near the northeast corner of Vanderbilt Beach and Livingston. Whats up?
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Q: A wide swath of trees has been bulldozed near the northeast corner of Vanderbilt Beach and Livingston. Whats up?
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In the Know: What is being done at corner of Livingston and Vanderbilt Beach roads? -
Q: A wide swath of trees has been bulldozed near the northeast corner of Vanderbilt Beach and Livingston. Whats up?
[northeast corner]
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Q: A wide swath of trees has been bulldozed near the northeast corner of Vanderbilt Beach and Livingston. Whats up?
[northeast corner]
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"Daily NewsMakers with Jeff Lytle" ... Florida Gov. Rick Scott, Artis--Naples CEO Kathleen van Bergen and Marco Island Police Chief Don Hunter -
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- Video highlights are available Monday at naplesnews.com/newsmakers
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Preview: "50 Shades" parody is "a little sexy, a little raunchy" -
Spencer Rose promises one thing to audiences flocking to see "50 Shades! The Musical" on tour through the United States. "Youre going to laugh your face off," the actress crowed from a hotel room in Atlanta late on a Friday afternoon. "50 Shades! The Musical" plays Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers at 8 p.m. May 10. Tickets are $27-$42.
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Spencer Rose promises one thing to audiences flocking to see "50 Shades! The Musical" on tour through the United States. "Youre going to laugh your face off," the actress crowed from a hotel room in Atlanta late on a Friday afternoon. "50 Shades! The Musical" plays Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers at 8 p.m. May 10. Tickets are $27-$42.
[Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall]
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Dog owner thanks family that rescued "Chevy" -
We have the happy ending to a story we brought you Friday. A dog fell into a Cape Coral canal and a neighbor jumped in to save it. Sunday, that dogs grateful owner met the family that sprang into action for "Chevy."
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We have the happy ending to a story we brought you Friday. A dog fell into a Cape Coral canal and a neighbor jumped in to save it. Sunday, that dogs grateful owner met the family that sprang into action for "Chevy."
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Woman killed after being struck by van in Immokalee identified - A woman died late Saturday night after she was struck by a van in Immokalee.
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Sanibel Community Church speaks about Nave -
A quiet community is still in shock after learning a man from a well-known family is now at the center of a child porn investigation. Sanibel resident Charles Nave III is accused of downloading and trading more than 200 images of
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A quiet community is still in shock after learning a man from a well-known family is now at the center of a child porn investigation. Sanibel resident Charles Nave III is accused of downloading and trading more than 200 images of
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Outrigger canoe teams battle on FMB -
Were used to seeing all kinds of water sports here in Southwest Florida. But Sunday, Fort Myers Beach had even more traffic off shore as teams from around the country competed in the outrigger canoe and paddle board exhibition.
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Were used to seeing all kinds of water sports here in Southwest Florida. But Sunday, Fort Myers Beach had even more traffic off shore as teams from around the country competed in the outrigger canoe and paddle board exhibition.
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Mixed-martial arts: Former Immokalee football star wins UFC debut -
Ovince St. Preux said he learned “the meaning of hard work” playing football at Immokalee High School.
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Ovince St. Preux said he learned “the meaning of hard work” playing football at Immokalee High School.
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In the Know: What is that unidentified floating object in our local retention pond? -
Q: My neighbors and I discovered a strange craft floating in our retention pond. Is this the prelude to an alien invasion?
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Q: My neighbors and I discovered a strange craft floating in our retention pond. Is this the prelude to an alien invasion?
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In the Know: What is that unidentified floating object in our local retention pond? -
Q: My neighbors and I discovered a strange craft floating in our retention pond. Is this the prelude to an alien invasion?
[strange craft]
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Q: My neighbors and I discovered a strange craft floating in our retention pond. Is this the prelude to an alien invasion?
[strange craft]
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Micelis to offer $1.5 million for Cape Coral land buy -
LEE COUNTY, Fla. -- ONLY ON WINK. Owners of a popular restaurant say they desperately need to expand their business. To do so, the owners of Micelis are offering more than a million dollars to Cape Coral.
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LEE COUNTY, Fla. -- ONLY ON WINK. Owners of a popular restaurant say they desperately need to expand their business. To do so, the owners of Micelis are offering more than a million dollars to Cape Coral.
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Collier deputies looking for missing woman -
Desire Harris, 47, was last seen in the Quail Forrest Boulevard area shortly after 4:30 p.m.
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Desire Harris, 47, was last seen in the Quail Forrest Boulevard area shortly after 4:30 p.m.
[Desire Harris]
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Missing Collier County woman found safe, deputies say -
A Collier County woman who went missing Sunday afternoon was found Monday and is safe
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A Collier County woman who went missing Sunday afternoon was found Monday and is safe
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Naples residents outraged about possible oil drilling - Neighbors in a Naples community are outraged after receiving a letter, which led to the discovery of possible oil drilling near their homes by a Texas company.
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Police Beat: Sunday, April 28, 2013 -
Miami man en route to Naples party crashes on I-75
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Rain chances picking up this week - After a nice stretch of dry weather across Southwest Florida for the last several days, rain chances return to the forecast this week as our weather pattern becomes more unsettled.
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Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 28 2013
Retail theft leads to grand theft auto arrest, police say -
Roberto Rafael Jolly, 49, of the 600 block of North Eighth Street, Naples, was arrested Friday by Naples police near the 200 block of South Eighth Street. He faces petty theft and grand theft auto charges.
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Roberto Rafael Jolly, 49, of the 600 block of North Eighth Street, Naples, was arrested Friday by Naples police near the 200 block of South Eighth Street. He faces petty theft and grand theft auto charges.
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Miami man en route to Naples party crashes on I-75 -
Marcelo Alberto Segoria Barahona, 32, was arrested by Florida Highway Patrol troopers at I-75 near mile marker 100. He faces charges of DUI, property damage and operating a vehicle without a valid drivers license.
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Marcelo Alberto Segoria Barahona, 32, was arrested by Florida Highway Patrol troopers at I-75 near mile marker 100. He faces charges of DUI, property damage and operating a vehicle without a valid drivers license.
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Memorials planned for Fla. deputy killed in crash -
Memorial services have been planned for a central Florida sheriffs deputy killed when his patrol car crashed.
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Memorial services have been planned for a central Florida sheriffs deputy killed when his patrol car crashed.
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Golf cart accident leads to DUI arrest -
A Port Charlotte man was arrested after golf cart accident left his passenger with critical injuries.
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A Port Charlotte man was arrested after golf cart accident left his passenger with critical injuries.
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Lee County could award $4M to mystery company to move to SW Fla. -
An unnamed Fortune 500 company might relocate its corporate headquarters to Lee County, and some hope taxpayer-funded grant money will help close the deal.
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An unnamed Fortune 500 company might relocate its corporate headquarters to Lee County, and some hope taxpayer-funded grant money will help close the deal.
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Lee County could award $4M to mystery company to move to SW Fla. -
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FHP: Man critical after swerving off I-75 - According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Naples man was taken to the hospital in critical condition after swerving off I-75 on Saturday night.
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Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 28 2013
3 dead, 2 injured after crash in central Florida -
Authorities say three people are dead and two are injured after two vehicles collided in a central Florida intersection.
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Authorities say three people are dead and two are injured after two vehicles collided in a central Florida intersection.
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Fight for Air to support the American Lung Association -
Its the tallest building between Tampa and Miami and dozens climbed to the top of it this weekend. Not just for fun though. It was the fourth annual Fight for Air Stairclimb at High Point Place in Fort Myers.
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Its the tallest building between Tampa and Miami and dozens climbed to the top of it this weekend. Not just for fun though. It was the fourth annual Fight for Air Stairclimb at High Point Place in Fort Myers.
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Naples man accused of beating son with hangers and cords - After a monthlong investigation, a Naples man was arrested after being accused of repeatedly beating his teenage son with hangers and cords.
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Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 28 2013
Woman hit by car, killed in Immokalee Saturday night -
IMMOKALEE, Fla.- Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a crash that left a pedestrian killed in Immokalee Saturday night.
[Florida Highway Patrol]
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IMMOKALEE, Fla.- Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a crash that left a pedestrian killed in Immokalee Saturday night.
[Florida Highway Patrol]
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Sanibel Community Church speaks out about Chad Nave arrest -
LEE COUNTY, Fla.- The Sanibel Community Church is speaking out about child porn charges brought against one of its members, Chad Nave.
[Sanibel Community Church]
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LEE COUNTY, Fla.- The Sanibel Community Church is speaking out about child porn charges brought against one of its members, Chad Nave.
[Sanibel Community Church]
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The Ultimate Water Games Kick Off at Fort Myers Beach -
Head to the Pink Shell at Fort Myers Beach for The Ultimate Water Games, featuring a canoe and paddleboard racing exhibition on Sunday, April 28th.
[Fort Myers Beach]
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Head to the Pink Shell at Fort Myers Beach for The Ultimate Water Games, featuring a canoe and paddleboard racing exhibition on Sunday, April 28th.
[Fort Myers Beach]
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Teachers, educators still not satisfied with Legislatures performance pay plan -
TALLAHASSEE — Rhonda Lochiatto isn’t against performance pay, but the Volusia County teacher is among the legions of educators not thrilled with a proposal that ties raises to performance as of the 2013-14 school year.
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TALLAHASSEE — Rhonda Lochiatto isn’t against performance pay, but the Volusia County teacher is among the legions of educators not thrilled with a proposal that ties raises to performance as of the 2013-14 school year.
[Rhonda Lochiatto]
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State budget has more money for teachers, but how to pay it remains issue - (22 clicks)
The money is in the budget, but Florida teachers aren’t entirely optimistic they will have more cash in their pockets during the coming school year.
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The money is in the budget, but Florida teachers aren’t entirely optimistic they will have more cash in their pockets during the coming school year.
[Florida teachers]
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Only a few showers Sunday - Our Sunday forecast looks very similar to our Saturday with sunny, warm, and mainly dry weather expected across Southwest Florida.
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Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 28 2013
55-year-old woman walking across street hit, killed by van in Immokalee -
A 55-year-old female pedestrian died Saturday night after being struck by a van in Immokalee.
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A 55-year-old female pedestrian died Saturday night after being struck by a van in Immokalee.
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David Moulton: Dunk City basketball success may have killed FGCU football plans -
The Florida Gulf Coast University men’s basketball team’s magical run to the Sweet 16 has had many ramifications. Most everything has been positive. One fallout however was unimaginable.
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The Florida Gulf Coast University men’s basketball team’s magical run to the Sweet 16 has had many ramifications. Most everything has been positive. One fallout however was unimaginable.
[Florida Gulf Coast University]
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What area lawmakers say about teacher pay raises -
“I think we are very interested in making sure they will be rewarded ... under the current Senate proposal, we put (raises) in the hands of the local school districts to reward their teachers.” — Sen. Lizbeth Benacquisto, R-Fort Myers
[Lizbeth Benacquisto]
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“I think we are very interested in making sure they will be rewarded ... under the current Senate proposal, we put (raises) in the hands of the local school districts to reward their teachers.” — Sen. Lizbeth Benacquisto, R-Fort Myers
[Lizbeth Benacquisto]
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Week in Review: From dump trucks to delayed flights -
Here is a look back at the week that was in Southwest Florida.
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Here is a look back at the week that was in Southwest Florida.
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Life after limb: Local amputees learn to thrive with missing arms, legs -
There are nearly 2 million people living with limb loss in the United States, according to the Amputee Coalition of America. Lee Norton is one of three Naples-area residents the Daily News has been following, documenting how they live their lives after losing a limb.
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There are nearly 2 million people living with limb loss in the United States, according to the Amputee Coalition of America. Lee Norton is one of three Naples-area residents the Daily News has been following, documenting how they live their lives after losing a limb.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/special-reports)
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Life after limb: Local amputees learn to thrive with missing arms, legs -
There are nearly 2 million people living with limb loss in the United States, according to the Amputee Coalition of America. Lee Norton is one of three Naples-area residents the Daily News has been following, documenting how they live their lives after losing a limb.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/special-reports)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 28 2013
There are nearly 2 million people living with limb loss in the United States, according to the Amputee Coalition of America. Lee Norton is one of three Naples-area residents the Daily News has been following, documenting how they live their lives after losing a limb.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/special-reports)
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Boston bombings raise awareness of amputee groups -
Phones have been ringing off their hooks at the Virginia-based Amputee Coalition of America the past three weeks after at least 13 people lost limbs in the Boston Marathon bombings.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/topstories)
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Phones have been ringing off their hooks at the Virginia-based Amputee Coalition of America the past three weeks after at least 13 people lost limbs in the Boston Marathon bombings.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/topstories)
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Boston bombings raise awareness of amputee groups -
Phones have been ringing off their hooks at the Virginia-based Amputee Coalition of America the past three weeks after at least 13 people lost limbs in the Boston Marathon bombings.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/topstories)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 28 2013
Phones have been ringing off their hooks at the Virginia-based Amputee Coalition of America the past three weeks after at least 13 people lost limbs in the Boston Marathon bombings.
[Amputee Coalition of America]
(ipad/topstories)
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Shift change: Former Everblades put out fires instead of killing power plays -
Terry Lindgren and Matt Pagnutti have experienced all of those in both of their careers first as professional hockey players and now as firefighters in Estero.
[Matt Pagnutti]
(ipad/top-sports)
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Terry Lindgren and Matt Pagnutti have experienced all of those in both of their careers first as professional hockey players and now as firefighters in Estero.
[Matt Pagnutti]
(ipad/top-sports)
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Shift change: Ex-Everblades call SWFL home, thriving in new careers -
Many of the biggest names in Florida Everblades history have made Southwest Florida their homes after their playing careers were finished.
[Florida Everblades]
(ipad/special-reports)
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Many of the biggest names in Florida Everblades history have made Southwest Florida their homes after their playing careers were finished.
[Florida Everblades]
(ipad/special-reports)
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Pipers announce asking price for closed Everglades Wonder Gardens -
With the Everglades Wonder Gardens closed, its owners are going public with an asking price for the historic 3.5-acre property: $3.95 million.
[the Everglades Wonder Gardens]
(ipad/top-business)
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With the Everglades Wonder Gardens closed, its owners are going public with an asking price for the historic 3.5-acre property: $3.95 million.
[the Everglades Wonder Gardens]
(ipad/top-business)
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Pipers announce asking price for closed Everglades Wonder Gardens -
With the Everglades Wonder Gardens closed, its owners are going public with an asking price for the historic 3.5-acre property: $3.95 million.
[the Everglades Wonder Gardens]
(ipad/top-business)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 28 2013
With the Everglades Wonder Gardens closed, its owners are going public with an asking price for the historic 3.5-acre property: $3.95 million.
[the Everglades Wonder Gardens]
(ipad/top-business)
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Naples resident critically injured in Collier County I-75 crash - A Naples man was critically injured this evening in a crash on Interstate 75.
Edited by News-Press on Apr. 28 2013
Edited by News-Press on Apr. 28 2013
Golden Gates J.D. Woods signs with Pittsburgh Steelers -
Golden Gate standout J.D. Woods signs a free agent contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
[Pittsburgh Steelers]
(prepzone/gghs)
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Golden Gate standout J.D. Woods signs a free agent contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
[Pittsburgh Steelers]
(prepzone/gghs)
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Collier man critically injured in I-75 wreck -
A 47-year-old Naples-area man is hospitalized in critical condition in Fort Myers after his vehicle veered off Interstate 75 and rammed into the bridge at the ramp at Golden Gate Parkway.
[critical condition]
(business/legal)
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A 47-year-old Naples-area man is hospitalized in critical condition in Fort Myers after his vehicle veered off Interstate 75 and rammed into the bridge at the ramp at Golden Gate Parkway.
[critical condition]
(business/legal)
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A trail of 85 years: Celebration honors anniversary of Tamiami Trail opening -
Hundreds of people took a trip down memory lane Saturday to Everglades City’s 85th anniversary celebration of the completion of Tamiami Trail.
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(business/business)
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Hundreds of people took a trip down memory lane Saturday to Everglades City’s 85th anniversary celebration of the completion of Tamiami Trail.
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(business/business)
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A trail of 85 years: Celebration honors anniversary of Tamiami Trail opening -
Hundreds of people took a trip down memory lane Saturday to Everglades City’s 85th anniversary celebration of the completion of Tamiami Trail.
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(business/business)
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Hundreds of people took a trip down memory lane Saturday to Everglades City’s 85th anniversary celebration of the completion of Tamiami Trail.
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(business/business)
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Miami resident arrested following 3-vehicle crash in Collier County - A Miami man was charged after allegedly causing a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Collier County late Friday.
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Edited by News-Press on Apr. 27 2013
Patients get free cancer screenings in Fort Myers -
The charity event, sponsored by 21st Century C.A.R.E., is part of 300 worldwide free screenings for Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week.
[21st Century C.A.R.E.]
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The charity event, sponsored by 21st Century C.A.R.E., is part of 300 worldwide free screenings for Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week.
[21st Century C.A.R.E.]
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Police Beat: Saturday, April 27, 2013 -
Dad charged with beating son A 40-year-old Golden Gate man has been arrested and accused of repeatedly beating his 10-year-old son, kicking him, punching him, hitting him with a hanger and cord, and leaving numerous scars. Napoleon Leroy Fuller, of the 1600 block of Sunshine Boulevard, was arrested Friday and accused of child abuse without great harm. On Saturday, Collier Circuit Judge James Shenko ordered him held on $20,000 bond pending an arraignment May 20. An arrest report said the boy was brought to the Child Advocacy Center, where a doctor examined him and photographed numerous scars on his body ...
[Napoleon Leroy Fuller]
(business/legal)
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Dad charged with beating son A 40-year-old Golden Gate man has been arrested and accused of repeatedly beating his 10-year-old son, kicking him, punching him, hitting him with a hanger and cord, and leaving numerous scars. Napoleon Leroy Fuller, of the 1600 block of Sunshine Boulevard, was arrested Friday and accused of child abuse without great harm. On Saturday, Collier Circuit Judge James Shenko ordered him held on $20,000 bond pending an arraignment May 20. An arrest report said the boy was brought to the Child Advocacy Center, where a doctor examined him and photographed numerous scars on his body ...
[Napoleon Leroy Fuller]
(business/legal)
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State workers to receive raises -
State workers are getting a pay raise for the first time in seven years. House and Senate budget negotiators agreed to offer a $1,400 pay raise to those who earn less than $40,000; $1,000 for those earning more than $40,000.
[House and Senate budget negotiators]
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State workers are getting a pay raise for the first time in seven years. House and Senate budget negotiators agreed to offer a $1,400 pay raise to those who earn less than $40,000; $1,000 for those earning more than $40,000.
[House and Senate budget negotiators]
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Golden Gate man accused of beating son with hanger -
A 40-year-old Golden Gate man has been arrested and accused of repeatedly beating his 10-year-old son, kicking him, punching him, hitting him with a hanger and cord, and leaving numerous scars.
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(ipad/courts-crime)
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A 40-year-old Golden Gate man has been arrested and accused of repeatedly beating his 10-year-old son, kicking him, punching him, hitting him with a hanger and cord, and leaving numerous scars.
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(ipad/courts-crime)
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Sign spinners could leave Cape -
Drive along any major road in Cape Coral and youll see them. Pink apes, life-sized robotic mannequins and human sign spinners. Now, some are working to determine if they go too far to get your attention.
[Cape Coral]
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Drive along any major road in Cape Coral and youll see them. Pink apes, life-sized robotic mannequins and human sign spinners. Now, some are working to determine if they go too far to get your attention.
[Cape Coral]
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Organization cleaning up medicine cabinets - Drug Free Collier wants to let people know not to toss old prescriptions as they could get into the wrong hands.
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 27 2013
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 27 2013
Camden Lakes construction under way in North Naples - Bulldozers and trucks rumble along the cleared land preparing it for the first of 150 homes planned for a new North Naples community.
Edited by News-Press on Apr. 27 2013
Edited by News-Press on Apr. 27 2013
Lawmakers vote to raise tuition, bolster Medicare -
Florida legislators have signed off on a long line of spending items, covering everything from tuition hikes for college students to pumping in money for the states environmental-land buying program.
[tuition hikes]
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Florida legislators have signed off on a long line of spending items, covering everything from tuition hikes for college students to pumping in money for the states environmental-land buying program.
[tuition hikes]
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Trayvon Martin family attorneys to address reporters tonight - (54 clicks)
The attorneys in the Trayvon Martin shooting case will address the media at an Associated Press event in Orlando.
[Trayvon Martin shooting]
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The attorneys in the Trayvon Martin shooting case will address the media at an Associated Press event in Orlando.
[Trayvon Martin shooting]
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Estates residents alarmed by letter about possible neighborhood evacuation -
The letter neighbors received from Total Safety U.S. gave few specifics about the project, but requested household information in the event of an emergency evacuation. The contingency plan is being created on behalf of Dan A. Hughes, a Texas-based oil and gas exploration company, according to the letter sent to residents in mid-April.
[Dan A. Hughes]
(gulf-coast-oil-spill)
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The letter neighbors received from Total Safety U.S. gave few specifics about the project, but requested household information in the event of an emergency evacuation. The contingency plan is being created on behalf of Dan A. Hughes, a Texas-based oil and gas exploration company, according to the letter sent to residents in mid-April.
[Dan A. Hughes]
(gulf-coast-oil-spill)
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Miami man faces multiple charges in Collier crash -
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- A Miami man is facing multiple charges after a traffic crash in Collier County Friday night.
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COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- A Miami man is facing multiple charges after a traffic crash in Collier County Friday night.
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Climbers aim high at Fight for Air stair climb in Fort Myers -
FORT MYERS, Fla.- The Gulf Coast chapter of the American Lung Associations 2013 Fight for Air Stair climb got underway this morning at the tallest location between Tampa and Miami, High Point Place.
[Gulf Coast chapter]
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FORT MYERS, Fla.- The Gulf Coast chapter of the American Lung Associations 2013 Fight for Air Stair climb got underway this morning at the tallest location between Tampa and Miami, High Point Place.
[Gulf Coast chapter]
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Fla. lawmakers sign off on college tuition hikes -
Top Florida Republican legislators - insisting that tuition in the state remains a "bargain" - are calling for a 3 percent tuition hike this fall.
[Top Florida Republican legislators]
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Top Florida Republican legislators - insisting that tuition in the state remains a "bargain" - are calling for a 3 percent tuition hike this fall.
[Top Florida Republican legislators]
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Obama: Flight delay fix a Band-Aid -
President Barack Obama says the congressional fix for widespread flight delays is an irresponsible way to govern, but hes prepared to sign the legislation that lawmakers fast-tracked.
[President Barack Obama]
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President Barack Obama says the congressional fix for widespread flight delays is an irresponsible way to govern, but hes prepared to sign the legislation that lawmakers fast-tracked.
[President Barack Obama]
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NCH making plans for North Naples breast health center -
The NCH Healthcare System no sooner had hired a new administrator of oncology services when a major project was handed to him. More than a year ago, NCH began work on developing an outpatient-based breast health center so women can have the ease of one location for initial cancer screening all the way through treatment planning
[NCH Healthcare System]
(ipad/topstories)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 27 2013
The NCH Healthcare System no sooner had hired a new administrator of oncology services when a major project was handed to him. More than a year ago, NCH began work on developing an outpatient-based breast health center so women can have the ease of one location for initial cancer screening all the way through treatment planning
[NCH Healthcare System]
(ipad/topstories)
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Radel plans Latin-oriented town meeting next week in Fort Myers -
The next stop in Congressman Trey Radel’s occasional series of Southwest Florida community meetings will be in “Spanglish.”
[occasional series]
(ipad/politics-government)
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The next stop in Congressman Trey Radel’s occasional series of Southwest Florida community meetings will be in “Spanglish.”
[occasional series]
(ipad/politics-government)
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Its Your Business: Salazar Machine hosts open house -
Salazar Machine & Steel will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the USDA-CCAA Manufacturing Facility, 190 Airpark Blvd., Immokalee Regional Airport.
[Salazar Machine & Steel]
(business/business)
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Salazar Machine & Steel will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the USDA-CCAA Manufacturing Facility, 190 Airpark Blvd., Immokalee Regional Airport.
[Salazar Machine & Steel]
(business/business)
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Collier County Real Estate Transactions, March 18-24 -
Collier County real estate transactions reported from March 18 - 24, 2013. Click on the link of the left to view the entire list of transactions.
[Collier County real estate transactions]
(business/business)
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Collier County real estate transactions reported from March 18 - 24, 2013. Click on the link of the left to view the entire list of transactions.
[Collier County real estate transactions]
(business/business)
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South Lee County real estate transactions, April 14-20, 2013 -
South Lee County real estate transactions reported from April 14-20, 2013. Click on the link on the left to view the list of transactions.
[South Lee County real estate transactions]
(business/business)
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South Lee County real estate transactions reported from April 14-20, 2013. Click on the link on the left to view the list of transactions.
[South Lee County real estate transactions]
(business/business)
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Marco woman caught in middle of manhunt for armed men - (2 clicks)
A Marco Island woman is caught in the middle of a massive manhunt for three armed suspects in Collier County.
[massive manhunt]
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A Marco Island woman is caught in the middle of a massive manhunt for three armed suspects in Collier County.
[massive manhunt]
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Concert goes on at FMHS despite hoax -
FORT MYERS, FL--A show of unity at Fort Myers High School tonight after a Tweet about a possible planned shooting. It scared both parents and students today, but not enough to keep them away for the annual student concert.
[Fort Myers High School]
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FORT MYERS, FL--A show of unity at Fort Myers High School tonight after a Tweet about a possible planned shooting. It scared both parents and students today, but not enough to keep them away for the annual student concert.
[Fort Myers High School]
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Parents of children coached by Charles Nave III seek answers -
Parents are distraught after learning that the man who coached their children is at the center of a child porn investigation. Charles Nave III is accused of downloading and trading more than two-hundred images of naked children.
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Parents are distraught after learning that the man who coached their children is at the center of a child porn investigation. Charles Nave III is accused of downloading and trading more than two-hundred images of naked children.
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Prep baseball: Estero dominates Lely to win 5A-14 district title -
LEHIGH ACRES — Estero overwhelmed Lely in every facet of the game, winning easily, 14-1 to capture the Class 5A-District 14 championship on Friday night at Lehigh.
[Lely]
(prepzone/baseball)
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LEHIGH ACRES — Estero overwhelmed Lely in every facet of the game, winning easily, 14-1 to capture the Class 5A-District 14 championship on Friday night at Lehigh.
[Lely]
(prepzone/baseball)
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Suspicious package in Desoto County is not dangerous -
Department of Health says preliminary tests show its not harmful
[Department of Health]
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Department of Health says preliminary tests show its not harmful
[Department of Health]
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Florida legislative budget negotiators reach deal on key spending issues -
Budget negotiators struck a series of deals in an evening meeting Friday, bringing them closer to a final agreement on a $74 billion spending plan for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
[Budget negotiators]
(ipad/politics-government)
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Budget negotiators struck a series of deals in an evening meeting Friday, bringing them closer to a final agreement on a $74 billion spending plan for the fiscal year that begins July 1.
[Budget negotiators]
(ipad/politics-government)
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Operation Medicine Cabinet in Collier County -
Residents are asked to bring unused or expired prescriptions, controlled substances and also over-the-counter medication to locations around Collier County for safe disposal
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Residents are asked to bring unused or expired prescriptions, controlled substances and also over-the-counter medication to locations around Collier County for safe disposal
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DEAs National Drug Take-Back program in Charlotte County -
The goal is to provide an opportunity for the public to turn in expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances or other medications to law enforcement officers for safe disposal.
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The goal is to provide an opportunity for the public to turn in expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances or other medications to law enforcement officers for safe disposal.
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Prep baseball: Regional pairings -
REGIONAL BASEBALL PAIRINGS Quarterfinals Wednesday, May 1 Class 6A Ida Baker at Naples, 7 p.m. Gulf Coast at Island Coast, 7 p.m. Class 2A Sarasota Christian at First Baptist Thursday, May 2 Class 5A Cape Coral at Estero, 7 p.m. Lely at Cypress Lake, 7 p.m. Class 3A North Palm Beach-Benjamin at Seacrest, 4 p.m.
[Ida Baker]
(prepzone/baseball)
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REGIONAL BASEBALL PAIRINGS Quarterfinals Wednesday, May 1 Class 6A Ida Baker at Naples, 7 p.m. Gulf Coast at Island Coast, 7 p.m. Class 2A Sarasota Christian at First Baptist Thursday, May 2 Class 5A Cape Coral at Estero, 7 p.m. Lely at Cypress Lake, 7 p.m. Class 3A North Palm Beach-Benjamin at Seacrest, 4 p.m.
[Ida Baker]
(prepzone/baseball)
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Prep track: CSNs Stephanie Paul wins 1A state discus title, brother Dan takes second in boys discus - (9 clicks)
Stephanie Paul is the baby in her family. At 6-foot and with a vibrant athletic build, no one would dare call her a baby.
[Stephanie Paul]
(prepzone/csn)
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Stephanie Paul is the baby in her family. At 6-foot and with a vibrant athletic build, no one would dare call her a baby.
[Stephanie Paul]
(prepzone/csn)
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Deputies: East Naples woman impersonates family member, sticks them with bills -
An East Naples woman faces a fraud charge for impersonating a family member and leaving that person with two hospital bills, each worth hundreds of dollars.
[fraud charge]
(business/legal)
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An East Naples woman faces a fraud charge for impersonating a family member and leaving that person with two hospital bills, each worth hundreds of dollars.
[fraud charge]
(business/legal)
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Police beat: April 26, 2013 -
Auto repair shop owner accused of not paying sales taxes
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(business/legal)
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Auto repair shop owner accused of not paying sales taxes
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(business/legal)
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Prep tennis: Six area players competing in all-star event Saturday, Sunday -
A group of local players is looking to defend Southwest Florida’s title in an all-star tennis event Saturday.
[local players]
(prepzone/bchs)
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A group of local players is looking to defend Southwest Florida’s title in an all-star tennis event Saturday.
[local players]
(prepzone/bchs)
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Prep baseball: GCs Garcia, Seacrests DiNorcia, Marsala, FBAs Emerson, Doria receive FACA district honors -
The Florida Athletic Coaches Association released its District 18 baseball team on April 20.
[Florida Athletic Coaches Association]
(prepzone/baseball)
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The Florida Athletic Coaches Association released its District 18 baseball team on April 20.
[Florida Athletic Coaches Association]
(prepzone/baseball)
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Congress airport worker furlough vote may not save three towers in region -
Congressional votes to end furloughs for airport workers likely will lessen wait times at Southwest Florida International Airport, but the fate of tower control programs at three regional airports here remains uncertain, officials said Friday.
[Southwest Florida International Airport]
(ipad/politics-government)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
Congressional votes to end furloughs for airport workers likely will lessen wait times at Southwest Florida International Airport, but the fate of tower control programs at three regional airports here remains uncertain, officials said Friday.
[Southwest Florida International Airport]
(ipad/politics-government)
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Florida House passes health reform plan, differs from Senates -
With a week left to try to reach a compromise, the House on Friday approved a plan to offer $2,000 subsidies to low-income Floridians as an alternative to expanding Medicaid under the federal Affordable Care Act. Southwest Florida hospitals are watchful of whats going on in Tallahassee.
[Medicaid]
(ipad/politics-government)
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With a week left to try to reach a compromise, the House on Friday approved a plan to offer $2,000 subsidies to low-income Floridians as an alternative to expanding Medicaid under the federal Affordable Care Act. Southwest Florida hospitals are watchful of whats going on in Tallahassee.
[Medicaid]
(ipad/politics-government)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
Lawmakers react to WINK News investigation -
Congressman Trey Radel had never heard of the government run growhouse at the University of Mississippi, or the federal program that supplies four people with 300 joints every month.
[Congressman Trey Radel]
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Congressman Trey Radel had never heard of the government run growhouse at the University of Mississippi, or the federal program that supplies four people with 300 joints every month.
[Congressman Trey Radel]
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Its time to start doing the stingray shuffle -
Its time to start doing the stingray shuffle! Groups of stingrays are making their way into the waters on Fort Myers Beach.
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Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
Its time to start doing the stingray shuffle! Groups of stingrays are making their way into the waters on Fort Myers Beach.
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Botanical garden good to grow in Punta Gorda -
After nearly five years of planning and design, a botanical garden is showing signs of growth in Punta Gorda.
[botanical garden]
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After nearly five years of planning and design, a botanical garden is showing signs of growth in Punta Gorda.
[botanical garden]
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Airport director: Sequester will have significant impact - There's still confusion as to the fate of 149 air traffic control towers set to close because of the sequester. Some lawmakers say the bipartisan bill Congress passed will save those towers. But airport officials in Southwest Florida aren't so sure.
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Cape Coral family talks about dramatic dog rescue -
Jody Tavanese saw the dog fall head first into the deep canal. "He lost his footing and fell in. Arms and legs everywhere. He was in the water, so I screamed."
[Jody Tavanese]
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Jody Tavanese saw the dog fall head first into the deep canal. "He lost his footing and fell in. Arms and legs everywhere. He was in the water, so I screamed."
[Jody Tavanese]
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Retired fire fighter receives new roof -
For almost 20 years, a Massachusetts fire fighter put himself in danger to protect property and life. On Friday, he received a gift for his home.
[Massachusetts fire fighter]
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For almost 20 years, a Massachusetts fire fighter put himself in danger to protect property and life. On Friday, he received a gift for his home.
[Massachusetts fire fighter]
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Mosquito population under control - for now - This time of year, mosquitoes can multiply quickly here in Southwest Florida. And Friday, crews on Pine Island spent the day looking for evidence of new hatchlings.
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Disabled vehicle causes traffic back-up in Lee County -
A disabled vehicle is causing a big traffic jam on I-75 north, beyond Palm Beach Blvd.
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A disabled vehicle is causing a big traffic jam on I-75 north, beyond Palm Beach Blvd.
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2 suspects steal 200 gallons of gas in Charlotte County -
The Charlotte County Sheriffs Office is requesting assistance in identifying and locating two black males involved in the theft of about 200 gallons of diesel fuel from the Murphy Gas Station, located at 37 Kings Highway.
[The Charlotte County Sheriffs Office]
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
The Charlotte County Sheriffs Office is requesting assistance in identifying and locating two black males involved in the theft of about 200 gallons of diesel fuel from the Murphy Gas Station, located at 37 Kings Highway.
[The Charlotte County Sheriffs Office]
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State offers Paseo stabbing suspect plea deal -
The man accused of stabbing a woman inside her home is set for a plea.
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The man accused of stabbing a woman inside her home is set for a plea.
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FWC reports 8th panther death of 2013 -
The remains of a 5-to 6-year-old radio-collared female panther, were found today in the Addition Lands of Big Cypress National Preserve. This is the 8th panther mortality for 2013.
[Big Cypress National Preserve]
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The remains of a 5-to 6-year-old radio-collared female panther, were found today in the Addition Lands of Big Cypress National Preserve. This is the 8th panther mortality for 2013.
[Big Cypress National Preserve]
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State files charges against former Trooper of the Year -
Charges have been filed against a former State Trooper of the Year. The State Attorneys Office filed charges against Edward Pope for giving false information during an FDLE investigation.
[State Attorneys Office]
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Charges have been filed against a former State Trooper of the Year. The State Attorneys Office filed charges against Edward Pope for giving false information during an FDLE investigation.
[State Attorneys Office]
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Bill to help Holocaust survivors goes to governor -
A bill that would allow the state to seek restitution for property and money Nazis took from Holocaust victims during World War II is on its way to Gov. Rick Scott.
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A bill that would allow the state to seek restitution for property and money Nazis took from Holocaust victims during World War II is on its way to Gov. Rick Scott.
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Bill outlawing marijuana pipes headed to Fla. Gov. -
Florida lawmakers have wrapped up work on legislation aimed at outlawing the sale of marijuana pipes known as "bongs."
[Florida lawmakers]
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Florida lawmakers have wrapped up work on legislation aimed at outlawing the sale of marijuana pipes known as "bongs."
[Florida lawmakers]
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Cell phone users complain of spam text messages in Lee Co. -
The Lee County Sheriff?s Office Fraud Line has received dozens of complaints in the last week from residents who have received spam text messages, also known as "smishing", stating their debit card has been compromised.
[Office Fraud Line]
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The Lee County Sheriff?s Office Fraud Line has received dozens of complaints in the last week from residents who have received spam text messages, also known as "smishing", stating their debit card has been compromised.
[Office Fraud Line]
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Safety Checkpoint Planned Tonight -
The Collier County Sheriffs Office will conduct a comprehensive roadside safety checkpoint in East Naples tonight.
The goal of the 8 to 10 p.m. checkpoint is to keep roads safe by identifying equipment violations and improper vehicle documentation.
CCSO reminds all motorists that they should always make sure their vehicle is in safe condition with the proper equipment.
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The Collier County Sheriffs Office will conduct a comprehensive roadside safety checkpoint in East Naples tonight.
The goal of the 8 to 10 p.m. checkpoint is to keep roads safe by identifying equipment violations and improper vehicle documentation.
CCSO reminds all motorists that they should always make sure their vehicle is in safe condition with the proper equipment.
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Hilary Clinton coming to Naples Tuesday - Hillary Clinton will be in Naples on Tuesday for an event being held by Fidelity.
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Edited by News-Press on Apr. 26 2013
Dead Florida panther brings toll to eight in 2013 -
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found a dead female panther Friday in the Big Cypress National Preserve.
[Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission]
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found a dead female panther Friday in the Big Cypress National Preserve.
[Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission]
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Dead Florida panther brings toll to eight in 2013 -
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found a dead female panther Friday in the Big Cypress National Preserve.
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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found a dead female panther Friday in the Big Cypress National Preserve.
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Dont fall victim to text scam regarding your debit card -
The Lee County Sheriffs Office Fraud Line has received dozens of complaints in the last week from residents who have received spam text messages, also known as "smishing", stating their debit card has been compromised...
[The Lee County Sheriffs Office Fraud Line]
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The Lee County Sheriffs Office Fraud Line has received dozens of complaints in the last week from residents who have received spam text messages, also known as "smishing", stating their debit card has been compromised...
[The Lee County Sheriffs Office Fraud Line]
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Fort Myers High School on alert after tweet about possible shootout -
Fort Myers High School is under high alert today after a student tweeted about a possible shooting at the school.
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Fort Myers High School is under high alert today after a student tweeted about a possible shooting at the school.
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Hillary Clinton will visit Naples for Fidelity event - (2 clicks)
Hillary Clinton will be in Naples on Tuesday for an event being held by Fidelity.
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Hillary Clinton will be in Naples on Tuesday for an event being held by Fidelity.
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Take Back the Night event to be held at Lowdermilk Park -
The Collier County Sheriffs Office has teamed up with Project HELP to empower the victims of violent crimes during the third annual Take Back the Night event today at Lowdermilk Park.
[Collier County Sheriffs Office]
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The Collier County Sheriffs Office has teamed up with Project HELP to empower the victims of violent crimes during the third annual Take Back the Night event today at Lowdermilk Park.
[Collier County Sheriffs Office]
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FMPD seizes drugs, cash and a weapon in bust -
Just before 3:00 p.m. on April 25th, the Fort Myers Police Departments Special Investigations Group with the assistance of SWAT and uniformed patrol officers conducted a search warrant at 3846 Desoto Avenue, apartment 2.
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Just before 3:00 p.m. on April 25th, the Fort Myers Police Departments Special Investigations Group with the assistance of SWAT and uniformed patrol officers conducted a search warrant at 3846 Desoto Avenue, apartment 2.
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More readers share opinions on The Phil changing name -
The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts announcement that it is changing its name to ArtisNaples continues to generate a lot of letters.
[Naples Philharmonic Center]
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The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts announcement that it is changing its name to ArtisNaples continues to generate a lot of letters.
[Naples Philharmonic Center]
(banner/opinion)
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More readers share opinions on The Phil changing name -
The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts announcement that it is changing its name to ArtisNaples continues to generate a lot of letters.
[Naples Philharmonic Center]
(banner/opinion)
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The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts announcement that it is changing its name to ArtisNaples continues to generate a lot of letters.
[Naples Philharmonic Center]
(banner/opinion)
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The state will not investigate Lee County School Board - (2 clicks)
There will be no state investigation into members of the Lee County School Board. That is the decision of from Tallahassee.
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There will be no state investigation into members of the Lee County School Board. That is the decision of from Tallahassee.
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Former prime time AFL star, Dave Kocourek dies -
Dave Kocourek, who won AFL championship rings with the San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders, died at 75 on Wednesday night as a result of progressive dementia on Marco Island. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lee Kocourek, who said Kocoureks brain has been donated to Boston Universitys Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy (CSTE).
[Oakland Raiders]
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Dave Kocourek, who won AFL championship rings with the San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders, died at 75 on Wednesday night as a result of progressive dementia on Marco Island. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lee Kocourek, who said Kocoureks brain has been donated to Boston Universitys Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy (CSTE).
[Oakland Raiders]
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Travelers may see smoke in Hendry County -
The Florida Forest Service will be conducting a 40-acre prescribed burn on the Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest in rural Hendry County.
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The Florida Forest Service will be conducting a 40-acre prescribed burn on the Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest in rural Hendry County.
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CCSO adds burglary charges to Michigan child neglect suspect - (37 clicks)
Charlotte County Sheriffs deputies arrested a man wanted on child neglect charges on Wednesday morning after he was spotted acting suspiciously around a house on the 7300 block of Ellis Lane. Burglary charges were added.
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Charlotte County Sheriffs deputies arrested a man wanted on child neglect charges on Wednesday morning after he was spotted acting suspiciously around a house on the 7300 block of Ellis Lane. Burglary charges were added.
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Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club announces "SummerJazz on the Gulf" concert series line-up - The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club has announced the line-up for this year's "SummerJazz on the Gulf" concert series.
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Edited by News-Press on Apr. 26 2013
With time running out, Florida Medicaid expansion in doubt -
Floridas statehouse remains deeply divided about accepting federal money to extend Medicaid coverage to 1 million poor Floridians.
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Floridas statehouse remains deeply divided about accepting federal money to extend Medicaid coverage to 1 million poor Floridians.
[federal money]
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With time running out, Florida Medicaid expansion in doubt -
Floridas statehouse remains deeply divided about accepting federal money to extend Medicaid coverage to 1 million poor Floridians.
[federal money]
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Floridas statehouse remains deeply divided about accepting federal money to extend Medicaid coverage to 1 million poor Floridians.
[federal money]
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Fla. House passes limited health care bill -
The House has passed its majority-backed health care plan that would provide health coverage to about 115,000 residents, using $237 million in state funds to give recipients $2,000 a year to choose their own private insurance ...
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The House has passed its majority-backed health care plan that would provide health coverage to about 115,000 residents, using $237 million in state funds to give recipients $2,000 a year to choose their own private insurance ...
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Greg Norman says hes being pushed out of the Hobe Sound Medalist Golf Club he founded -
Greg Norman said it brought a tear to my eye when recent Masters champion and countryman Adam Scott credited Norman for helping him become the first Australian to win the green jacket.
[Greg Norman]
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Greg Norman said it brought a tear to my eye when recent Masters champion and countryman Adam Scott credited Norman for helping him become the first Australian to win the green jacket.
[Greg Norman]
(ipad/top-sports)
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House panel votes to phase in vehicle fee cut -
A Florida House panel voted Friday to phase in a reduction in fees for motorists in the Sunshine State, putting it at odds with a Senate version that calls for a rollback all at once.
[Florida House panel]
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A Florida House panel voted Friday to phase in a reduction in fees for motorists in the Sunshine State, putting it at odds with a Senate version that calls for a rollback all at once.
[Florida House panel]
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Coast Guard in Fla. seizes $27M in cocaine -
The Coast Guard in Miami says one of its cutters seized cocaine worth an estimated $27 million after stopping a fishing boat in the western Caribbean Sea.
[Coast Guard]
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The Coast Guard in Miami says one of its cutters seized cocaine worth an estimated $27 million after stopping a fishing boat in the western Caribbean Sea.
[Coast Guard]
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Senate passes craft distillers bill -
The Florida Senate has given final approval to a bill allowing on-site sales of liquor at the states craft liquor distilleries.
[Florida Senate]
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The Florida Senate has given final approval to a bill allowing on-site sales of liquor at the states craft liquor distilleries.
[Florida Senate]
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Bradenton teacher accused of attacking student -
A Bradenton teacher is in jail following his arrest on child abuse charges.
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A Bradenton teacher is in jail following his arrest on child abuse charges.
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Senate bans EBT use at strip clubs, casinos -
Florida lawmakers have given final approval to a bill that would ban the use of welfare recipients EBT cards at "adult entertainment establishments" like strip clubs and casinos.
[Florida lawmakers]
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Florida lawmakers have given final approval to a bill that would ban the use of welfare recipients EBT cards at "adult entertainment establishments" like strip clubs and casinos.
[Florida lawmakers]
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Fla. Senate approves $200 million bank settlement -
The Florida Senate is spelling out how the state will use a $200 million settlement with major banks.
[Florida Senate]
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The Florida Senate is spelling out how the state will use a $200 million settlement with major banks.
[Florida Senate]
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Fla. Senate passes change to nuclear utility rates -
The Florida Senate is backing a proposal to change how much utility companies can charge for future nuclear power plants.
[Florida Senate]
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The Florida Senate is backing a proposal to change how much utility companies can charge for future nuclear power plants.
[Florida Senate]
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Tweets about possible shooting cause scare at Ft. Myers High -
Social media rumors led to a scare at Fort Myers High School this morning.
[Fort Myers High School]
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Social media rumors led to a scare at Fort Myers High School this morning.
[Fort Myers High School]
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Lee Utilities customers may notice change in water -
Lee County Utilities will be temporarily converting its disinfectant process from chloramines to free chlorine residual from May 1 through May 29. This is a routine measure that is common for water utilities using chloramines...
[Lee County Utilities]
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Lee County Utilities will be temporarily converting its disinfectant process from chloramines to free chlorine residual from May 1 through May 29. This is a routine measure that is common for water utilities using chloramines...
[Lee County Utilities]
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Redford makes welcome return in Company -
Robert Redford does his most compelling work in some time as both actor and director in “The Company You Keep,” a tense yet admirably restrained thriller about a fugitive forced out of hiding after 30 years to prove his innocence.
[Robert Redford]
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Robert Redford does his most compelling work in some time as both actor and director in “The Company You Keep,” a tense yet admirably restrained thriller about a fugitive forced out of hiding after 30 years to prove his innocence.
[Robert Redford]
(entertainment/movies)
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Review: Mud oozes traditional qualities -
The story of a sympathetic fugitive who forges a bond with two teenage boys near a mighty river down South, "Mud" is shot through with traditional qualities of American literature and drama.
[traditional qualities]
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The story of a sympathetic fugitive who forges a bond with two teenage boys near a mighty river down South, "Mud" is shot through with traditional qualities of American literature and drama.
[traditional qualities]
(entertainment/movies)
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State: Auto shop owner didnt pay sales taxes for 2 1/2 years -
Julio Antonio Rosado, owner of Tony Rosado Automotive Services Inc. in North Naples, has tax liens totaling $170,000.
[Tony Rosado Automotive Services Inc.]
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Julio Antonio Rosado, owner of Tony Rosado Automotive Services Inc. in North Naples, has tax liens totaling $170,000.
[Tony Rosado Automotive Services Inc.]
(business/legal)
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Florida Tarpons offer deals for Sunday night football game -
The Florida Tarpons are dishing out fast-paced indoor football at Heros Field inside Germain Arena.
[Florida Tarpons]
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The Florida Tarpons are dishing out fast-paced indoor football at Heros Field inside Germain Arena.
[Florida Tarpons]
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Underwater Art Exhibit Coming to Southwest Florida -
An Austrian artist is turning Lee countys most famous dive site, the USCGC Mohawk Veterans Memorial Reef, into a temporary work of art.
[USCGC Mohawk Veterans Memorial Reef]
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An Austrian artist is turning Lee countys most famous dive site, the USCGC Mohawk Veterans Memorial Reef, into a temporary work of art.
[USCGC Mohawk Veterans Memorial Reef]
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Operation Medicine Cabinet Can Help Dispose Unwanted Drugs -
The Collier County Sheriffs Office, in partnership with Drug Free Collier, will hold a countywide Operation Medicine Cabinet initiative Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ten drop-off sites throughout Collier County will provide residents the opportunity to easily dispose of unwanted medications.
To dispose of your unwanted drugs, visit any of the following local drop-off sites:
North Naples
Walgreens, 13520 U.S. 41 N.
Wal-Mart Super Center, 5420 Juliet Blvd.
Golden Gate
Sweetbay Supermarket, 7550 Mission Hills Drive
Walgreens, 4747 Golden Gate Parkway
Golden Gate Estates
Walgreens, 30 Golden Gate Blvd. W.
East Naples
Naples Recycling Center, 2640 W. Enterprise Ave.
Walgreens, 12780 U.S. 41 E.
Everglades
Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave.
City of Naples
CVS Pharmacy, 294 Ninth St. S.
Marco Island
YMCA, 101 Sandhill St.
For more information, contact Drug Free Collier at 239.377.0535, or visit www.drugfreecollier.org.
[Drug Free Collier]
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The Collier County Sheriffs Office, in partnership with Drug Free Collier, will hold a countywide Operation Medicine Cabinet initiative Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ten drop-off sites throughout Collier County will provide residents the opportunity to easily dispose of unwanted medications.
To dispose of your unwanted drugs, visit any of the following local drop-off sites:
North Naples
Walgreens, 13520 U.S. 41 N.
Wal-Mart Super Center, 5420 Juliet Blvd.
Golden Gate
Sweetbay Supermarket, 7550 Mission Hills Drive
Walgreens, 4747 Golden Gate Parkway
Golden Gate Estates
Walgreens, 30 Golden Gate Blvd. W.
East Naples
Naples Recycling Center, 2640 W. Enterprise Ave.
Walgreens, 12780 U.S. 41 E.
Everglades
Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave.
City of Naples
CVS Pharmacy, 294 Ninth St. S.
Marco Island
YMCA, 101 Sandhill St.
For more information, contact Drug Free Collier at 239.377.0535, or visit www.drugfreecollier.org.
[Drug Free Collier]
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Naples police activity report - A rundown of the latest activity from the Naples Police Department.
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
From the Phil to ArtisNaples has been a long, and somewhat surprising, journey -
Whats in a name? A new name is only one part of the story.
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Whats in a name? A new name is only one part of the story.
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FDOE will not investigate school board - (3 clicks)
FORT MYERS, FL--Calls for review go unanswered after the Florida Department of Education confirmed that the inspector general will not investigate members of the Lee County School Board.
[Florida Department of Education]
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FORT MYERS, FL--Calls for review go unanswered after the Florida Department of Education confirmed that the inspector general will not investigate members of the Lee County School Board.
[Florida Department of Education]
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
TGIF! 15+ things to know for Friday -
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
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Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
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TGIF! 15+ things to know for Friday -
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
[upcoming events]
(florida)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
[upcoming events]
(florida)
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SW Florida weather: Warm, dry weekend on tap -
The forecast looks splendid for Southwest Florida to wrap up the week and kick off the weekend.
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The forecast looks splendid for Southwest Florida to wrap up the week and kick off the weekend.
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SW Florida weather: Warm, dry weekend on tap -
The forecast looks splendid for Southwest Florida to wrap up the week and kick off the weekend.
[Southwest Florida]
(ipad)
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The forecast looks splendid for Southwest Florida to wrap up the week and kick off the weekend.
[Southwest Florida]
(ipad)
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Punta Gorda teen catches 13-foot hammerhead shark in Gulf -
Thirteen-feet long and about 950 pounds, thats the size of a hammerhead shark caught Thursday in Punta Gorda.
[hammerhead shark]
(ipad/beaches-recreation)
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Thirteen-feet long and about 950 pounds, thats the size of a hammerhead shark caught Thursday in Punta Gorda.
[hammerhead shark]
(ipad/beaches-recreation)
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SHNIDER: How good is your company? -
If you have been following my articles over the past few years, I hope you realize that I truly believe that one of the most important assets of a company are the human resources, which does not pop up on the balance sheet.
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If you have been following my articles over the past few years, I hope you realize that I truly believe that one of the most important assets of a company are the human resources, which does not pop up on the balance sheet.
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(business/business)
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Annual Brotherhood Ride to hit the road again to honor fallen officers, firefighters -
This year marks the first time the Brotherhood Ride will honor men who once helped with the annual event. Thirty people are expected to make the 750-mile journey from Brooksville, Fla. — north of Tampa — to Decaturville, Tenn.
[Brotherhood Ride]
(ipad/topstories)
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This year marks the first time the Brotherhood Ride will honor men who once helped with the annual event. Thirty people are expected to make the 750-mile journey from Brooksville, Fla. — north of Tampa — to Decaturville, Tenn.
[Brotherhood Ride]
(ipad/topstories)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
Weekend weather on cruise control - The forecast looks splendid for Southwest Florida to wrap up the week and to kick off our weekend.
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Edited by NBC-2 and ABC-7 on Apr. 26 2013
Local artist Arsenault trying to educate public about lack of green space in Naples -
"We need to capture and to purchase and control as much (land) as we can at this stage of the game because it won't come around again," Paul Arsenault said.
[Paul Arsenault]
(business/business)
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"We need to capture and to purchase and control as much (land) as we can at this stage of the game because it won't come around again," Paul Arsenault said.
[Paul Arsenault]
(business/business)
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East Naples mobile home park owners, like many, feel pinch from Citizens insurance -
Citizens, created as the insurer of last resort, has been looking for ways to reduce its risks. One way has been to depreciate older manufactured and mobile homes. In January 2006, Citizens began requiring that all policies like the Englands be written for actual cash value, not replacement cost. The law kicked in for renewals beginning in 2010, but the change happened slowly, reaching some in Southwest Florida for the first time this year.
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Citizens, created as the insurer of last resort, has been looking for ways to reduce its risks. One way has been to depreciate older manufactured and mobile homes. In January 2006, Citizens began requiring that all policies like the Englands be written for actual cash value, not replacement cost. The law kicked in for renewals beginning in 2010, but the change happened slowly, reaching some in Southwest Florida for the first time this year.
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(ipad/top-business)
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State clamps down on Collier physician who worked at Bonita pain clinic -
A Collier County physician is permanently prohibited from prescribing pain medications as part of a settlement agreement reached with the Florida Board of Medicine, state documents show.
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(ipad/topstories)
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A Collier County physician is permanently prohibited from prescribing pain medications as part of a settlement agreement reached with the Florida Board of Medicine, state documents show.
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(ipad/topstories)
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State clamps down on Collier physician who worked at Bonita pain clinic -
A Collier County physician is permanently prohibited from prescribing pain medications as part of a settlement agreement reached with the Florida Board of Medicine, state documents show.
[Florida Board of Medicine]
(ipad/topstories)
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
A Collier County physician is permanently prohibited from prescribing pain medications as part of a settlement agreement reached with the Florida Board of Medicine, state documents show.
[Florida Board of Medicine]
(ipad/topstories)
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Guest column: Edison forges ahead with scholarship program -
Guest commentary
[Guest commentary]
(allblogs)
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Guest commentary
[Guest commentary]
(allblogs)
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Guest essay: Gary K. Ostrander: University Research: Good Business for Floridas Economy -
Gary K. Ostrander is vice president for Research at Florida State University (FSU), and President of the FSU Research Foundation. He can be reached at gary@fsu.edu.
[Florida State University]
(allblogs)
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Gary K. Ostrander is vice president for Research at Florida State University (FSU), and President of the FSU Research Foundation. He can be reached at gary@fsu.edu.
[Florida State University]
(allblogs)
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FDOE will not investigate school board - (9 clicks)
FORT MYERS, FL--Calls for review go unanswered after the Florida Department of Education confirmed that the inspector general will not investigate members of the Lee County School Board.
[Florida Department of Education]
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FORT MYERS, FL--Calls for review go unanswered after the Florida Department of Education confirmed that the inspector general will not investigate members of the Lee County School Board.
[Florida Department of Education]
Edited by More Naples local news on Apr. 26 2013
Bonita Springs doctor's censure small comfort to widower - Time heals, but Jack Fitzgerald bears scars. He had been married to Domenica, 'Mimma,' for 50 years and 10 days when she died.
Edited by News-Press on Apr. 26 2013
Edited by News-Press on Apr. 26 2013
Documentary based on Cape Coral soldier wins top award -
The Laos adventure "The Rocket" and the Afghanistan War documentary "The Kill Team" have taken top honors at the Tribeca Film Festival.
[Tribeca Film Festival]
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The Laos adventure "The Rocket" and the Afghanistan War documentary "The Kill Team" have taken top honors at the Tribeca Film Festival.
[Tribeca Film Festival]
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Space Shuttle Atlantis emerges from shrink wrap -
Space shuttle Atlantis enters its next stage, becoming an exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
[Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex]
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Space shuttle Atlantis enters its next stage, becoming an exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
[Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex]
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Gov. Scott warning to veto legislators stashed projects -
Governor says hes noticed that legislators are inserting money for hometown projects into the budget.
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Governor says hes noticed that legislators are inserting money for hometown projects into the budget.
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Eight Edison College employees not getting contract renewals -
WINK News has learned that eight Edison State College employees will not have their contracts renewed.
[WINK News]
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WINK News has learned that eight Edison State College employees will not have their contracts renewed.
[WINK News]
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Singer-songwriter's country road leads to Naples - Gary Hannan wrote the country hit 'Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off.' Now he's writing and performing in Southwest Florida.
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Prep track: Naples girls take Class 3A-Region 3 title -
PUNTA GORDA — The Naples High School girls track team wasn’t overly flashy at the Region 3A-3 championship meet — the Golden Eagles only won one individual event.
[Naples High School girls track team]
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PUNTA GORDA — The Naples High School girls track team wasn’t overly flashy at the Region 3A-3 championship meet — the Golden Eagles only won one individual event.
[Naples High School girls track team]
(prepzone/bchs)
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Things to do: 'Mousetrap' at Sugden Community Theatre in Naples - The Naples Players start out strong enough with their latest play, the Agatha Christie murder classic 'The Mousetrap.' Oddball characters.
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Edited by News-Press on Apr. 26 2013
Prep softball: Barron Collier, Bartuccio knock off Fort Myers in 6A regional quarterfinal -
A day after ensuring she would continue her softball career in college, Brianna Bartuccio made sure her final high school season kept going.
[Brianna Bartuccio]
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A day after ensuring she would continue her softball career in college, Brianna Bartuccio made sure her final high school season kept going.
[Brianna Bartuccio]
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Prep softball: Naples High wins controversial regional quarterfinal over Riverdale -
FORT MYERS — There was quite a bit of controversy at Riverdale as the Raiders hosted Naples in a Class 6A regional quarterfinal Thursday night.
[Riverdale]
(prepzone/nhs)
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FORT MYERS — There was quite a bit of controversy at Riverdale as the Raiders hosted Naples in a Class 6A regional quarterfinal Thursday night.
[Riverdale]
(prepzone/nhs)
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Prep baseball: First Baptist beats Southwest Florida Christian for second straight 2A-10 crown -
First Baptist Academy cruised past Southwest Florida Christian, 11-4, for back-to-back 2A-10 district baseball titles on Thursday in Fort Myers.
[Southwest Florida Christian]
(prepzone/baseball)
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First Baptist Academy cruised past Southwest Florida Christian, 11-4, for back-to-back 2A-10 district baseball titles on Thursday in Fort Myers.
[Southwest Florida Christian]
(prepzone/baseball)
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Arnold McCuller headlines Naples benefit - A performance tonight featuring acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Arnold McCuller benefits Easter Seals Florida.
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Edited by News-Press on Apr. 26 2013
NFL: Former tight end Dave Kocourek dies of dementia; brain donated for research -
Dave Kocourek, who won AFL championship rings with the San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders, died at 75 on Wednesday night as a result of progressive dementia on Marco Island.
[Oakland Raiders]
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Dave Kocourek, who won AFL championship rings with the San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders, died at 75 on Wednesday night as a result of progressive dementia on Marco Island.
[Oakland Raiders]
(sports/nfl)
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Edison director of HOPE scholarship escorted off campus -
Edison State College employee Fredrick Morgan II was escorted off campus Wednesday, and told not to return to a institution hes spent the last 29 years serving, according to our partners at the News-Press.
[Edison State College]
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Edison State College employee Fredrick Morgan II was escorted off campus Wednesday, and told not to return to a institution hes spent the last 29 years serving, according to our partners at the News-Press.
[Edison State College]
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Police Beat: Thursday, April 25, 2013 -
This is the police beat for Friday, April 26, 2013.
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This is the police beat for Friday, April 26, 2013.
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Fire destroys North Fort Myers mobile home -
A North Fort Myers mobile home was completely destroyed by fire just after 2:00 p.m. Thursday.
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A North Fort Myers mobile home was completely destroyed by fire just after 2:00 p.m. Thursday.
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Operation Medicine Cabinet to be held Saturday -
Operation Medicine Cabinet will be held Saturday.
[Operation Medicine Cabinet]
(local)
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Operation Medicine Cabinet will be held Saturday.
[Operation Medicine Cabinet]
(local)
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Collier ACLU hosting public forum on legalizing some drugs - (6 clicks) The Collier County chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union on Saturday will host a free expert panel discussion titled "Should Some Drugs Be...
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Magistrate to rule on Collier schools impasse over teacher pay - (2 clicks)
School could be out for summer before a special magistrate issues his ruling on a months long impasse between the Collier County school district and its teachers union over teacher pay and after-school conferences.
[Collier County school district]
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School could be out for summer before a special magistrate issues his ruling on a months long impasse between the Collier County school district and its teachers union over teacher pay and after-school conferences.
[Collier County school district]
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