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An infestation of Spiraling Whitefly on these Coconut Palm fronds in Bal Harbour last summer.The same species of pest has attacked trees in Key Biscayne. Whiteflies leave behind a messy white substance that can be a nuisance on cars and in pools.

Key Biscayne

Key Biscayne waives fines for excessive tree-trimming

- The Miami Herald , May 21
The Miami Herald

The village had cited dozens of homeowners for over-trimming their trees, but officials agreed to waive the fines.

TURNPIKE SHOOTING

Officer shot on turnpike thought: ‘I’m going to die’

- The Miami Herald , May 24
The Miami Herald

The Key Biscayne officer said she has forgiven the man who shot her when she stopped to offer help on the turnpike two weeks ago.

Quick-fix modifications to make bike lanes safer on three Rickenbacker bridges

- The Miami Herald , May 18
The Miami Herald

A second white stripe with “vibratory ridges’’ will be added to the outside of bike lanes on the three Rickenbacker Cau... seway bridges, to better buffer cyclists from drifting motorists.

Two cycling events this week recognize May as National Bike Month

- The Miami Herald , May 15
The Miami Herald

Schools and municipalities are embracing programs to encourage kids and adults to bike to school and work during — and after —... National Bike Month.

TURNPIKE SHOOTINGS

Officers who answered call for help after turnpike shooting called heroes

- The Miami Herald , May 14
The Miami Herald

Officers who responded to a call for help on Florida’s Turnpike said they were just doing their duty.

Insurance

Founder of Miami’s Estrella Insurance in legal battle over sinking of his luxury yacht

- The Miami Herald , May 13
The Miami Herald

Insurance mogul Nicolas Estrella is at the center of a legal battle over the alleged theft and attempted sinking of his luxury yacht.

Courts

Key Biscayne man in fatal cyclist wreck being sued

- The Miami Herald , May 7
The Miami Herald

Michele Traverso, who is currently jailed awaiting trial for the February crash, faces up to 30 years in prison.

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