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State Rep. Hunschofsky Reflects on Gratitude, Honors Veterans
The month of November and the anticipation of the holiday season can be exciting for many of us as we look forward to celebrating and spending time with loved ones.
Margate Woman Accused of Using Fake Deed to Take Ex-Husband’s Share of $500K Home
A Margate woman allegedly used a fraudulent deed to take her ex-husband’s share of a $500,000 home.
Margate Crime Blotter: Armed Robbery, Vehicle Thefts and Sudden Snatching Among Reported Incidents
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between October 20 and October 26, 2026.
Cleanup on Every Aisle: Refund Dispute Leads to Customer Trashing Store, Forcing Walgreens to Close
A refund dispute at a Margate Walgreens led to a customer allegedly trashing merchandise, causing so much damage it forced the store to close.
Margate Police Capture Man Accused of Threatening to Shoot People at Little Caesars
Margate police arrested a man accused of threatening to shoot people at Little Caesars.
Rising Tide Car Wash Brings Haunted Halloween Experience to Margate Oct. 29–31
Rising Tide Car Wash in Margate is giving its services a spooky spin with a Haunted Car Wash running from Thursday, Oct. 29, through Saturday, Oct. 31, featuring costumed employees, Halloween decorations, music, and surprises for customers.
Last Chance to Vote Early: Broward County Early Voting Ends Sunday, Nov. 1
Broward County voters have until Sunday, Nov. 1, to cast their ballots early before the Nov. 3 general election.
Margate Police Department Invites Families to Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat Celebration Oct. 29
The Margate Police Department invites families to celebrate Halloween at its annual Trunk-or-Treat event on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Margate Fall Festival Brings Community Together for Food, Fun, and Music
Miguel Dorante and his family enjoyed attending the Margate Fall Festival.
New Preschool Breaks Ground in Margate With Plans to Expand Into Elementary Education
Dr. Lisa Louis looks forward to opening her new preschool in Margate.
Bagel Time Cafe Ordered Shut After Inspectors Find Live Roaches
Inspectors ordered Bagel Time Cafe to close after finding live roaches in the kitchen and other sanitation violations.
Margate Crime Blotter Includes $4,500 Fraud Loss and Aggravated Battery
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between October 13 and October 19, 2026.
Meet S’mores and Pie, Two Sweet Pets Looking for Forever Homes at Broward County Animal Care
Two adorable pets with very different stories are hoping to find loving families at Broward County Animal Care, where adoption fees are waived for both animals.
Broward County Animal Care Hosts ‘Pup or Treat’ Halloween Celebration With Free Pet Adoptions
Broward County Animal Care is inviting residents and their four-legged friends to celebrate Halloween with costumes, treats and an opportunity to adopt a new family member.
Broward Animal Care to Host Event on Recognizing and Reporting Dogfighting
Law enforcement officers and residents can learn how to recognize signs of dogfighting and animal cruelty during an educational event on Oct. 24 at Broward County Animal Care.
Margate Crime Blotter Includes $4,500 Fraud Loss and Aggravated Battery
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between October 6 and October 12, 2026.
Margate CRA Ends Negotiations for Artificial Turf Installation
Margate athletes will not be competing on artificial turf.
Margate Woman Blames Sneeze for Crash, Faces Hit-and-Run Charges After Facebook Video Helps Identify Her
A Facebook video helped police identify a Margate woman who blamed a sneeze for a hit-and-run crash involving a van carrying four children.
Margate Man Accused of Trapping Wife in Closet and Barricading Door as Police Arrived
A 911 dispatcher heard a Margate woman say her husband threatened to kill her before police found him barricaded behind furniture, authorities said.
Margate Man Arrested After Alleged Lewd Behavior Toward Hospital Employee
A Margate man was arrested after allegedly masturbating and making sexual comments toward an employee at HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, police say.
