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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Woman Jumps Into Canal to Evade Police After Trying to Steal From Target

Property · Cape Coral

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Woman Jumps Into Canal to Evade Police After Trying to Steal From Target

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By Bella Line Click here for updates on this story CAPE CORAL, Florida (WFTX) — A woman accused of stealing more than $500 worth of merchandise from a Cape Coral Target was arrested after jumping into a canal to evade police. Cape Coral Police officers were called to the Target off Pine Island Road on Monday after they say the woman tried to steal merchandise. According to police, this wasn’t her first theft incident. When loss prevention pe…See the Story

REAL ESTATE | Harley-Davidson in West Bend, WI Sold

Harley-Davidson · Fort Myers

REAL ESTATE | Harley-Davidson in West Bend, WI Sold

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July 3, 2025 – West Bend, WI – The Harley-Davidson shop in West Bend, WI, has been sold. Florida-based Scott Fischer Enterprises, which has owned Harley-Davidson stores throughout the U.S., has acquired Milwaukee Harley-Davidson and West Bend Harley-Davidson. Led by industry veterans Scott Fischer and John Greene, Scott Fischer Enterprises brings a collective 40-plus years […]See the Story

Second loggerhead nest found in Denia

Valencia, Spain · Valencia

Second loggerhead nest found in Denia

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Volunteers on dawn patrol spotted fresh tracks on Denia’s beach on Saturday 28 June, leading scientists to confirm the region’s second loggerhead turtle, tortuga Boba (Caretta caretta) nest of 2025. The tell-tale marks in the sand triggered the #AlertaTortuga2025 protocol, swiftly summoning specialists from the University of Valencia, the Polytechnic University of Valencia… Source See the Story

Sheriff Promises 'Zero Tolerance' For Street Racing, Immediately Allegedly Street Races

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Sheriff Carmine Marceno of Lee County, Florida, was filmed allegedly racing a Lamborghini Huracan Spyder against a C8 Corvette.Lee County, Florida · Lee County Read Article

2 boaters rescued at sea after vessel flips over near Fort Myers - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports

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FORT MYERS, Fla. (WSVN) — Two boaters were rescued on Monday after their vessel overturned by a wave off a barrier island near Fort Myers.DeputiesSports · Fort Myers Read Article

'She was just lovable': Family mourns teen killed in North Fort Myers crash

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A grieving family is remembering the vibrant life of 18-year-old Harvajja Sims, who died Wednesday night in a crash along Hancock Bridge Parkway and Moody River Boulevard.Watch as Fox 4's Anvar Ruziev speaks exclusively with Harvajja's family about her legacy: She Was Just Lovable: Family mourns teen killed in North Fort Myers crashFlorida Highway Patrol says Sims was one of three 18-year-old girls inside an SUV that veered off the road just bef…North Fort Myers · North Fort Myers Read Article

Home2 Suites hotel approved for Coconut Point

The development of a Hilton-brand Home2 Suites hotel at Coconut Point outdoor mall in Estero is back on track after discussions stalled over whether to build the structure primarily out of wood or concrete. Village Council members balked at developer Peachtree Group’s late request for the less costly option for a wood-frame hotel, made in part due to ongoing global tariff negotiations. Village staff said using wood is unusual for commercial buil…Estero · Estero Read Article

Slipaway opens Cape Coral’s first food truck park

Cape Coral’s first food truck park and marina, Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, is officially opening this weekend at 1811 Cape Coral Parkway E., just below the Cape Coral Bridge. The waterfront venue features 10 local food trucks, a full-service bar, shaded seating, 30 boat slips, a fuel dock and a Ship Store overlooking the Caloosahatchee River. The venue was founded by longtime Southwest Florida residents Jeff Miloff, Gary Aubuchon, Scott F…Cape Coral · Cape Coral Read Article

GOT PLANS? | There's plenty of weekend fun after the 4th festivities wrap up

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From baseball and special tours to reggae nights and celebrity appearances, there's something for everyone to enjoy.Celebrate Mina Edison's 160th BirthdayThe Edison and Ford Winter Estates is hosting a special Inside the Homes tour this Sunday to commemorate Mina Edison's 160th birthday. This exclusive tour gives visitors access to normally-closed areas of Thomas Edison's and Henry Ford's winter homes. When: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Where: 2350 McGr…Fort Myers · Fort Myers Read Article

New petition website to 'Keep Boca Grande Open' debuts

A new web petition effort supports keeping Boca Grande parking open to the public. At a recent county meeting, supporters of a change to parking regulations presented their own petition of over 1,000 names to county commissioners on June 17. The link to that petition effort is below. The new public petition reads, “Boca Grande’s beaches are not only a cherished part of our daily lives—they are vital to the social, economic, and environmental we…Boca Grande · Boca Grande Read Article

Homeowners wake up to 10ft deep holes in driveway & unable to leave

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A HOMEOWNER was left stunned after they woke up to a 10-foot-deep hole in their driveway – caused by construction for city water lines. Belinda Jarvis, who lives in a neighborhood near Diplomat Parkway in northeast Cape Coral, Florida, is just one of thousands of locals affected by the recent construction work. Fox4nowA homeowner says she woke up to a 10-foot-deep hole in her driveway caused by ongoing city water line construction[/caption] Fox4…Cape Coral · Cape Coral Read Article

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