What happened on the day ICE was reported in Immokalee

ICE is expected to begin deportation roundups across the country Sunday, but it is unclear whether their presence in Immokalee was related.

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How the Naples Zoo keeps animals cool in the summer

Naples Zoo selects animals that thrive in warmer weather but still takes extra precautions when the temperatures climb.

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School grades: A for Collier, B for Lee

Annual assessment of public schools shines positive light on Southwest Florida districts.

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Murder suspect showed mental health warning signs

A psychiatrist previously testified during a Baker Act hearing that North Naples woman suspected of murder was at danger of harming herself or others.

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MIPD detains 4 juveniles, recovers stolen truck

The Marco Island Police Department (MIPD) detained Monday four juveniles driving a stolen vehicle from Naples, according to MIPD.

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Collier signs off on loan to buy Golden Gate property

The $29 million loan means the county could close on the land by the end of the month though the course's future has yet to be decided.

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Collier commissioners reject bus advertising change

The program would increase transit revenue, but commissioners say it would turn county buses into “traveling billboards”

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Planning considers new rules for contractors

The Marco Island Planning Board considered Friday new rules for contractors that may increase construction costs in the island.

Audubon protects Tigertail’s black skimmers

Black skimmers chicks need what all babies need – food, parenting, and protection from danger as they navigate the most vulnerable moment in their lives.

Florida to homeowners: Kill green iguanas ‘whenever possible’

Pardon the American iguanas residing in sunny Florida for not feeling very patriotic on this Fourth of July.

State Attorney: Two SWFL men arrested in $6M Ponzi scheme

The State Attorney’s Office Economic Crimes Unit announced the arrests of two men Wednesday in a suspected multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme.

Mike McNees to bring changes to Marco Island

McNees said that if the perception is based in reality then the reality has to change.

David Harden: From Vietnam to Marco Island

Sunday was Harden's last day as the interim city manager of Marco Island. Mike McNees is now the new chief in town.

Bell is consulting scholar at Penn museum

Bell, the curator of collections at the Marco Island Historical Museum ...

NABOR: East Naples is attracting more buyers

More home buyers are looking east in Collier County.

Bobcat kitten rescued on Marco

Marco’s wild bobcat kitten is on its way to a new life. Officer Allan Reyes doesn’t know how the kitten came to be along the side of San Marco Road.

Marco Island on list of islands to vacation

The travel site TripAdvisor added Marco Island to a list of 14 scenic island vacations in U.S. "oozing with charm."

Marco fire department asks CCSO to investigate sexual misconduct claims

The Marco Island Fire-Rescue Department has asked the Collier County Sheriff's Office to open an investigation in response sexual misconduct claims.

Ex-firefighter admitted to having sex at gym

A prosecution report revealed more damning details about a disgraced Marco Island firefighter, including his admission to having sex at the city's gym.

Marco cops accused of using excessive force

A Marco Island couple is alleging excessive use of force after being arrested last month.

Frazzano will be first woman to lead MIPD

Montclair Township (N.J.) Deputy Chief Tracy Frazzano will continue her path in making history in law enforcement.

Marco Island approves medical marijuana dispensaries

The Marco Island City Council voted in favor of a resolution that provides regulations for medical marijuana dispensing facilities on the island.

See a rare sighting of a mother panther with her kittens

The Florida Wildlife Federation used a trail camera to capture videos of a mother panther and her kittens along Keri Road.

Weird things that have washed up on Florida beaches

Photos: Summer sailing, 2019

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3 To Do: Calling all talented people, more

Preliminary competition rounds will take place at 7 p.m. on select dates from July 16 through Aug. 14.

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Letters to the Editor, July 12

It’s important to remember that animals such as the iguanas and pythons “invading” Florida were once “pets,” dumped when the novelty wore off.

by Marco Eagle  | 3 days ago

Watts: An Italian feast from Napoli On The Bay

Our latest food adventure was takeout from the Marco Island location of Napoli On The Bay Pizzeria, featuring pizza, pasta and subs.

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Fishingcast: Conditions for SWFL, July 12-18

Would surmise that last week’s weather assault, with that tropical depression, was a surprise to just about everyone.

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Looking for a place to eat on Marco Island?

Looking for a place to eat? Read ‘Watts for Dinner’ every Friday in the Marco Eagle.

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WOW To Do List: Chamber After Five, more

Chamber of Commerce After Five, July 17, hosted by the Salty Dog.

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Gardening: Dealing with the hot and wet summer

Second only to August, July is one of the hottest months with high temperatures averaging 90 degrees and lows averaging 75 degrees.

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Bookworm: Insects as a necessity; moon mission

You knew exactly where the mosquito was. It was right next to midnight, and he was next to your ear, where you couldn’t slap him dead.

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Positive trends found during Tigertail cleanup

With that in mind, 33 volunteers came to the Tigertail Beach clean-up on Saturday, July 6, sponsored by the Friends of Tigertail.

| 6 days ago

Watts: Newk’s, the new chain in town

Newk’s Eatery, a national chain, is much more like a Panera than a Subway.

| 6 days ago

3 To Do:  ‘Artist as Activist,’ more

This exhibition interweaves such hot-button issues as addiction, body image, gun reform, homelessness, immigration and the #MeToo movement.

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Letters to the Editor, July 9

Shame on Naples, and Collier County, and their powerful businesses for not providing a municipal park golf course

by Marco Eagle  | 6 days ago

WOW To Do List: Free class boating, hurricanes

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary created by an Act of Congress celebrates its 80th Year in July.

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Horoscopes, July 9-15

Aries, your ingenuity is ramped up and you can roll up your sleeves and get down to business this week.

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Celebrity Birthdays, July 9-15

I am an R&B singer born in Canada on July 11, 1996. I wrote poetry and did theater as a child and eventually developed a YouTube channel.

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