Help Police Catch Burglary Suspect Caught on Video
Coral Springs Police are hoping the public can help identify a suspect responsible for breaking into a vehicle, stealing the victim’s wallet, and then using his credit cards at several locations.
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A Message from Sheriff Scott Israel: Unite Broward
To bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, BSO must earn your trust. We have made significant strides in achieving this through a change in the culture at BSO, particularly through our Department of Community Outreach.
“Think B4U Post” Promotes Positive Use of Social Media among Students
VIDEO: The “Think B4U Post” initiative aims to promote the appropriate and positive use of technology and social media among students. It’s designed to inspire students to practice safe and respectful online communications and combat negative online actions, such as cyberbullying.
Powers Holds Campaign Kickoff Party for Mayor’s Seat
Commissioner Tom Powers held his mayoral kickoff party at Blue Moon Fish Company Monday night where almost every Coral Springs city commissioner could be found, including the current mayor.
Family Fun Day and Car Show Heads Downtown on February 1
Car enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Coral Springs Family Fun Day and Car Show February 1.
Coral Springs Resident Selected as Cancer Foundation Ambassador
Coral Springs resident Lauren Bendesky, who’s fighting stage IV neuroblastoma, was named one of five St. Baldrick’s Foundation ambassadors for 2014.
Mall Event Brings Dinosaurs to Life with Fun, Interactive Activities
Bring the kids to Coral Square Mall where they will have a Dino-mite time playing archaeologist for an afternoon.
Coral Springs Candidates Hold Kickoff Parties
Let the campaign kickoff parties begin!
The candidates running for mayor or city commission in Coral Springs are all jockeying up for position, and the first order of business is the obligatory kickoff party.
Traffic Light Delays Offer Better Solution Than Red Light Cameras
It is time we accepted the fact that the only reason that Red Light cameras were installed at our intersections was not to make them safer but to provide a revenue stream to the cities in which they are installed.
Police Arrest Individuals After Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle
Around 4:30 a.m. this morning, Coral Springs Police Officers were dispatched to the Grand Oasis Condominium Homes off of Riverside Drive in reference to a suspicious incident.
Resident Finds Typo in New Voter Cards
New Voter Information Cards were issued this week to all Broward County registered voters, and it seems like someone forgot to proofread the copy prior to printing.
Holiday Parade Winners Accept Awards
By: Sharon Aron Baron At Wednesday’s Coral Springs City Commission meeting, winners of the 2013 Holiday parade came forward to accept their awards. The commission thanked everyone including sponsors and participants, as well as all the hard working volunteers and city employees who helped make this year’s Holiday Parade such a success. Mayor’s Cup Winner Non-Profit: […]
Detectives Search for Violent Criminal who Stomped on Victim’s Face
A Coral Springs business owner is recovering from injuries suffered after a viscous attack in which a robber stomped on her head according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office.
City Ousts Former Mayor as Waterway Cleanup Coordinator
Someone at Coral Springs City Hall gave the order to dismiss former Mayor Roy Gold as a leader with the South Florida’s Annual Broward Waterway Cleanup program that he has been involved in for over 18 years.
So far no one is owning up to it.
Mayor’s Wife Speaks Out Regarding Financial Issues
Amid recent reports that the Coral Springs Mayor’s home is facing foreclosure, Terry, wife of Vince Boccard is speaking out.
BrowardBeat first reported that the Mayor’s home was facing foreclosure, and before the news went mainstream, I asked Terry if she wanted to tell her side.
Street Vendor and Panhandler Ban Soon to be Enforced
Soon, many drivers will notice something missing from many major intersections in the city: Street vendors and peddlers.
Coral Springs Holds Both BizArt Fest and Greenmarket
That pesky polar vortex isn’t affecting our warm weather, so there shouldn’t be any excuse to miss two great activities going on in downtown Coral Springs this Saturday.
Is Our City For Sale? Commissioners, Contracts & Campaign Contributions
Our City Commissioners that are running for reelection have been taking campaign contributions from companies that require them to vote in favor of their contracts. Our city code of ethics allow them to do so, at will, but nonetheless this practice stinks.
Famous Pabst Blue Ribbon Festivus Pole Being Auctioned for Good Cause
What started as a “Seinfeld” storyline has become not only an emerging holiday, but a trendy political statement. The holiday’s key features – an aluminum pole in place of a tree, feats of strength instead of carols by the fire, an airing of grievances instead of a gift exchange – seem to resonate with a cynical America. Many are glad there is, thanks to Frank Costanza, “a Festivus for the rest of us.”
Coral Springs Police Kill Coyote in Heron Bay Community
On Friday, Coral Springs Police Officers were called to the scene when a resident noticed a coyote roaming the area around 5700 NW 122nd Terrace in the Heron Bay Community. Coyotes have been spotted before in the Parkland area, and back in 2010, the city budgeted $5,000 to remove them after two sheep were killed at Leo and Marie Gosser’s farm in Pinetree Estates.
Coral Springs Police Officer Shoots Armed Man
Coral Springs police are investigating an officer involved shooting on Tuesday night which began when police responded to a call about domestic violence at 12204 NW 24th Street.
Canadian Corporation Purchases TPC Eagle Trace Golf Course
On Tuesday, ClubLink Enterprises Limited announced that they had acquired TPC Eagle Trace Golf Course in Coral Springs for $3.4 million.
Animal Shelters Offering Cat Spaying/Neutering for $15
In an effort to help reduce the cat overpopulation problem, six animal shelters that are part of the Southeast Florida Spay/Neuter Coalition, including Broward County Animal Care and Adoption, will host their third annual “Beat the Heat Spay/Neuter Week.”
Equestrian Day Camp at Tradewinds Open for Registration
If you have a horse-obsessed youngster ages 9 to 16 who’s looking for something to do this winter break, sign him or her up for Winter Break Equestrian Day Camp at Tradewinds Park & Stables.
Video and Results of 2013 Holiday Parade
The City of Coral Springs has announced this year’s winners of the 2013 Holiday parade. Awards will be presented at an upcoming City Commission meeting.
Man Set Free After Dog Kills Cat: Warning Graphic Video
In July of 2012, Coral Springs Talk posted the disturbing video of a man who let his dog get dangerously close to a Coral Springs family’s cat and kill it while out for a walk. Surveillance videos caught the whole disturbing attack and the angered many local residents who wanted justice for “Mama” cat.
Good Samaritan Calls 911: Reports Man Abusing German Shepherd Puppy
911 Call of Good Samaritan reporting man who was abusing puppy
Eight Million Dollar No-Bid Contract Disputed
On Wednesday night, the Mayor and City Commissioners may vote to hand over an $8 million dollar contract to a single vendor without opening up the bidding process.
Coral Springs Man Arrested for Cruelty to German Shepherd Puppy
Coral Springs Police Detectives arrested a man on Monday evening after they say he severely beat his four month old male German Shepherd puppy.
Conflicts With Commissioners and Campaign Contributions
Something smells funny and it’s not the garbage.
Since 2011, Mayors and City Commissioners have a had a new code of ethics that regulate what they can and cannot do. The code forbids taking anything, including a meal, from lobbyists, contractors or vendors or taking gifts greater than $50 in value from anyone at all.