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Election Day Tuesday, November 2nd Remember to vote. Polls are open 7:00am to 7:00pm City collecting Halloween Costumes The City of Parkland has partnered with Free Costumes for Kids and is asking residents to donate unused and old costumes to a worthy cause. From October 15 till November 12, 2010 there will be 3 boxes [...]

November 1st, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Parkland news briefs

Library News Monday, September 20, 2010, 5:00pm – Instrument Petting Zoo presented by United by Music, Inc. Join us for a fun filled workshop Instrument Petting zoo!  Students from 5 to 14 years of age are welcome.  United by Music, Inc is a non-profit organization designed to provide opportunities for children of Broward County to be [...]

September 21st, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Latest news,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Broward to help educate owners of homes with Chinese Drywall

From the office of Commissioner Stacy Ritter: The Broward County Commission unanimously passed a motion which will help homeowners find and get more accurate information about the clean-up of defective Chinese drywall.  Broward Commissioner Stacy Ritter asked the Commission to direct county staff to make updated, federal government approved information available to homeowners At this [...]

September 7th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Latest news,Local news,Parkland,Real Estate | Read More »

Toddler accidentally drowns in Parkland pool

Another Broward family suffered a preventable tragedy when their daughter drowned in their backyard pool Saturday night. Shortly after 8 p.m. a Parkland man found his daughter floating in the family swimming pool at 6556 NW 78 Drive. The father told Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives he had been watching Adielana Martinez while her mother was [...]

August 16th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Fire/police,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Parkland News Briefs

Administration News Parkland Obtains 2010 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant The City of Parkland City Commission on July 21, 2010 authorized the City to enter into an agreement with the State of Florida. Executive Office of the Governor and the Florida Energy and Climate Commission.  The grant, in the amount of $180,000, will allow [...]

July 26th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland,Recreation | Read More »

Kid, family activities in Parkland

Summer Recreation Registration: Parkland Kids Camp and Teen Camp The Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration in person and by mail for the Summer Recreation Program for both residents and non-residents.  The Parkland Summer Recreation Kids and Teen Programs are for children ages 5-14.  Registration forms and camp calendars are available to download on the city website or may be picked up [...]

June 14th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Holiday,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Two Coconut Creek residents named Points of Light

Governor Charlie Crist has recognized Bob and Joan Nast of Coconut Creek as this week’s Points of Light for Disability Awareness Month. “Bob and Joan have completely devoted their lives to serving others,” said Governor Crist. “They have selflessly provided amazing opportunities to families and children with developmental disabilities and serious illnesses.”

June 10th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Families,Local news,Non-profit organizations,Parkland,Tallahassee | Read More »

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Pine Tree The Pine Tree Town Meeting Scheduled for May 26th is canceled. Memorial Day Park Hours All City of Parkland Parks will be closing at 6:00 pm on Monday, May 31st in observance of Memorial Day. No Limits Playground Opens at Terramar Park The City of Parkland is proud to announce the opening of [...]

May 24th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Parkland briefs

Census Forms Should No Longer Be Mailed Beginning on May 1, Census Workers will be conducting door to door operation.  Census workers will be carrying a Census official bag, and an ID without a picture.  The ID will have their name, and anyone in doubt can ask the worker for an ID with a picture if they [...]

May 10th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Parkland briefs

Liberty Park Maintenance Liberty Park will be closed from May 3rd – May 29th in order to complete annual maintenance. Parks and Recreation News Summer Camp Registration: Parkland Kids Camp & Teen Camp The Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registration in person and by mail for the Summer Recreation Program for both residents and non-residents.  The Parkland Summer [...]

May 3rd, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Crist signs Seminole Gaming Compact into law

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On Wednesday afternoon, Florida Gov. Charlie Crist signed the Seminole Gaming Compact after several years of negotiation. The Florida House passed the gaming compact last week with the Seminole Tribe that limits gaming and its expansion in Florida and guarantees the state a minimum of $1 billion over five years.  The House passed Senate Bill [...]

April 29th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Dania,Fort Lauderdale,Hollywood,Local news,Parkland,Seminole Casinos,Tallahassee,margate | Read More »

Parkland briefs

Census Forms Should No Longer be mailed Beginning on May 1, Census Workers will be conducting door to door operation.  Census workers will be carrying a Census official bag, and an ID without  a picture.  The ID will have their name, and anyone in doubt can ask the worker for an ID with a picture if [...]

April 27th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

County delays Seminole Compact revenue-sharing agreement

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Broward County commissioners delayed a decision on approving a formula that would allow them to lock in a percentage of revenue from the Seminole Gaming Compact (click here to see most recent version) currently winding its way through the Florida Legislature for the third time.

April 13th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Dania,Davie,Fort Lauderdale,Hollywood,Local news,Parkland,Seminole Casinos,Tallahassee,margate | Read More »

Parkland briefs

City of Parkland Launching Improved Web Page The City of Parkland is excited to announce the launching of our improved City Web Page.   As of Friday March 5, when you go to http://cityofparkland.org you will see a new and improved look and experience enhanced functionality. 

March 15th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Broward Property Tax Exemption Filing Dates Announced For March 2010, help meetings scheduled

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The Broward County Property Appraiser’s Office hosts a series of community outreach events each month throughout Broward County. Deputy Appraisers will be available to assist with Homestead, Senior and other property tax exemption applications, as well as answer questions on property taxes. We are also accepting applications for Portability. The outreach program is designed to [...]

March 9th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Dania,Davie,Fort Lauderdale,Hallandale,Hollywood,Lauderdale Lakes,Lauderdale by the Sea,Lauderhill,Local news,Miramar,Money,North Lauderdale,Oakland Park,Parkland,Pembroke Park,Pembroke Pines,Plantation,Pompano Beach,Real Estate,Sunrise,Tamarac,Weston,cooper city,margate,wilton manors | Read More »

Pioneer Middle School changes to be officially postponed after public hearings

A decision to move students from Pioneer Middle to other area schools will be officially postponed if new recommendations pass during two public hearings coming up over the next month. In early December, hundreds of parents in Cooper City attended several community forums and pleaded with elected officials not to move their children around.

January 8th, 2010 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Families,Fort Lauderdale,Hollywood,Local news,Schools,cooper city | Read More »

Parkland briefs

Martin Luther King Celebration:  JAN 13 Wednesday, January 13th at 4:00 pm at the YMCA featuring Tuskegee Airmen Computer Classes for Beginners If you are just learning to use a computer or need to brush up on the basics, the Parkland Library has a series of free computer

December 31st, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Culture,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Parkland briefs

Martin Luther King Art & Essay Contest Art & Essay Contest in honor of Martin Luther King Holiday is open to children in grades K-12. Deadline has been extended to December 23rd. Please click here for more details

December 14th, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

January events in Broward County Parks

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December 9th, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Dania,Davie,Events,Families,Fort Lauderdale,Hallandale,Holiday,Hollywood,Lauderdale Lakes,Lauderdale by the Sea,Lauderhill,Local news,Miramar,Oakland Park,Parkland,Pembroke Park,Pembroke Pines,Plantation,Pompano Beach,Recreation,Sports,Sunrise,Tamarac,Weston,cooper city,margate,wilton manors | Read More »

H1N1 update from Broward Health Department

Broward County Health Department is proud to report the progress of the H1N1 In-School Vaccination Campaign.  The campaign started on October 19, 2009 in Broward County Public Schools; the 6th largest school district in the United States.  This effort is a

December 5th, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Families,Health,Local news,Schools | Read More »

First Broward general public H1N1 vaccine clinic opens Nov. 30

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Officials at the Broward County Health Department announced Broward County’s first H1N1 Vaccination Clinic which shall be open to all members of the public starting Monday, November 30, 2009 at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, located at 2855 Coral Springs Drive in Coral Springs, 33065.   Free H1N1 vaccinations will be offered on this [...]

November 23rd, 2009 | Posted in Coconut Creek,Coral Springs,Dania,Davie,Events,Fort Lauderdale,Health,Hollywood,Lauderdale Lakes,Lauderdale by the Sea,Lauderhill,Local news,Miramar,North Lauderdale,Oakland Park,Parkland,Pembroke Park,Pembroke Pines,Plantation,Pompano Beach,Sunrise,Tamarac,Weston,cooper city,wilton manors | Read More »

Property appraiser reducing assessments on homes with Chinese drywall

Some homes constructed in Broward within the past few years were built with contaminated Chinese drywall. This drywall — over time — emits sulfur odors and seemingly causes visible corrosion to copper pipes and air conditioner evaporator coils. Because of this damage, the Broward County Property Appraiser has agreed to lower the value of homes [...]

November 17th, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Environmental,Families,Health,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Parkland new public works, fire station opening; also collecting costumes

City of Parkland Public Works and Fire Station Facility Grand Opening FRI NOV 13th 9:00 AM The City of Parkland Cordially invites you to the Grand Opening of the Public Works and Fire Station Facility Friday November 13, 2009 at 9:00AM located at 6500 Parkside Drive Parkland, FL 33067 Please RSVP to Donate Your [...]

November 4th, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Fire/police,Holiday,Local news,Parkland | Read More »

Times for school boundary meetings change

Four Community Boundary Conference meetings will be hosted by the School District’s School Boundaries Department for all impacted communities regarding potential boundary changes for the 2010/2011 school year.  The Superintendent’s initial boundary recommendations with detailed scenario maps and rationales will be presented and discussed providing community members an opportunity for input.  The same information and [...]

November 3rd, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Families,Fort Lauderdale,Hollywood,Local news,Miramar,Parkland,Pembroke Pines,Schools,cooper city | Read More »

Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Parkland, Cooper City and Hollywood parents need to look at proposed school boundary changes

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THE WEDNESDAY MEETING on NOV. 4 AT 10 am HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 7pm A Community Boundary Conference will be hosted by School Board Members regarding School Boundaries for all impacted communities regarding any and all potential boundary changes. The Superintendent’s initial boundary recommendations with detailed scenario maps and rationales will be presented and discussed [...]

October 28th, 2009 | Posted in Broward County,Coral Springs,Families,Fort Lauderdale,Hollywood,Local news,Parkland,Schools,cooper city | Read More »

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