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Lehigh Acres neighbors skeptical of roundabout at Gunnery and Buckingham

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Lehigh Acres neighbors skeptical of roundabout at Gunnery and Buckingham

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A new roundabout is coming to the intersection of Buckingham Road and Gunnery Road in Lehigh Acres, but some people who live nearby are skeptical about whether it will improve traffic flow.The $4.8 million single-lane roundabout aims to create continuous traffic flow and reduce car crashes at the busy intersection."70-80 miles an hour until they hit that curve," Dan Wilsey said, describing how cars typically speed down Buckingham Road.Wilsey was…Read Article

No injuries reported after driver crashes into canal in Lehigh Acres overnight

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No injuries reported after driver crashes into canal in Lehigh Acres overnight

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No injuries are reported after a car crashed into a canal in Lehigh Acres overnight, according to the fire department.The call came in around 3:26 a.m. at 2718 30th St SW.A person in the car reported they couldn't get out, but firefighters said they were out when they arrived. They refused transport to the hospital.LCSO reports the car has since been removed from the canal. They add that the driver reported they had made a wrong turn, causing th…Read Article

LeeTran to Pilot Half-priced Fares for Mobility on Demand Rides to and From the New Park & Ride in Lehigh Acres

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LeeTran to Pilot Half-priced Fares for Mobility on Demand Rides to and From the New Park & Ride in Lehigh Acres

LeeTran will begin a pilot program of offering half-priced ULTRA Mobility on Demand rides in Lehigh Acres for bus rides to and from its new Lehigh Acres site, 1121 Village Lakes Drive, beginning June 12. This initiative aims to enhance transfer station use, promote convenience for residents and increase connectivity to LeeTran’s fixed-route transit services. The Lehigh Acres Park & Ride transit station had its grand opening in April of 2025 and …Read Article

Lee Commissioners award contract for 5.58-mile shared-use pathway along Able Canal in Lehigh Acres

The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract to build a 12-foot-wide, 5.58-mile asphalt shared-use path along the north side of the Able Canal in Lehigh Acres. The purpose of the Able Canal shared-use pathway is to facilitate accessible, non-motorized travel options for commuters and recreational users in the Able Canal corridor and within the Lehigh Acres community. The pathway is intended to provide connections betwe…Lehigh Acres · Lehigh Acres Read Article

AT&T Upgrades Wireless Network and Boosts Speeds in Lehigh Acres

Network Expansion in Will Help Provide a Better Network Experience to Customers AT&T has expanded its 5G network in Lee County, providing residents, businesses, and visitors with a significant boost in wireless connectivity. AT&T added a new cell site to enhance the area’s coverage and capacity. The new site in Lehigh Acres boosts coverage along Buckingham Road and Sunshine Boulevard, enhancing the network experience for nearby residential commu…Lehigh Acres · Lehigh Acres Read Article

Lee County deputies investigating shooting in Lehigh Acres

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Lee County deputies are investigating a shooting in Lehigh Acres. It happened in the early morning hours on Monday near Harold Avenue South and 3rd Street SW. Investigators say one person was sent to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and later released.According to the sheriff's office, the victim has been uncooperative and has signed a complaint withdrawal.Lehigh Acres · Lehigh Acres Read Article

What's on at the Library in the Month of June

There’s a lot happening in the Library this June! Hear from fabulous local authors, set yourself a reading challenge and […] Subscribe or Login to see the rest of the content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password The post What’s on at the library in the month of June appeared first on The Victor Harbor Times.Library · Lehigh Acres See the Story

Florida man sentenced for rape - The Times Gazette

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A Florida man sentenced to eight years in prison was among two people sentenced in Highland County Common Pleas Court. Nicholas Tobin, 37, Lehigh Acres, Florida, was sentenced to eight years in prison on one count of rape, a first-degree felony. Tobin was also given 113 days of jail time credit. Tobin was ordered to be a Tier III registered sex offender, which includes a lifetime of registration with in-person verification every 90 days. Accordi…Lehigh Acres · Lehigh Acres Read Article

110-YEARS-YOUNG! Lehigh Acres Plans Celebration for Two Centenarians

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Two women at a Lehigh Acres assisted living facility are both turning 110-years-old this summer, and the community is rallying to celebrate their remarkable milestone.Gwen Hutchinson, who will turn 110 in June, still plays the piano daily a skill she taught herself at age seven while growing up in Jamaica."I love it," Hutchinson said.When asked about her secret to longevity, Hutchinson simply pointed to God.Born in 1915 in Jamaica, Hutchinson ha…Longevity · Clarendon See the Story

Lehigh Acres residents report illegal semi-truck parking, see little enforcement

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A neighbor in Lehigh Acres says his road has become a parking lot for semi-trucks, creating both an eyesore and safety hazard, despite multiple calls to authorities.Michael Lombardelli has reported seeing semi-trucks regularly parked on his street, making it difficult for people to drive through the area."It's an eyesore," Lombardelli said.Find previous reporting on code enforcement in Lehigh here.Beyond aesthetic concerns, Lombardelli worries a…Lehigh Acres · Lehigh Acres Read Article

Freedom Fest 2025 – Sponsor the Spirit of Lehigh

Special to the East Lee County News Freedom doesn’t come from Washington—it starts in your backyard. Freedom starts in your home, your neighborhood, and your town. It begins when families make their own choices, when small businesses serve their neighbors and create jobs in Southwest Florida, and when local communities stand together to protect what’s theirs. That’s real freedom. That’s the spirit of Lehigh Acres—a vibrant, hardworking, multi-et…Lehigh Acres · Lehigh Acres Read Article

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