Broward births

HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL,

FORT LAUDERDALE

Olivia Dias Biadi was born Oct. 3 to Mariana and Lapo Biadi of Fort Lauderdale.

Broward births

HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL,

FORT LAUDERDALE

Olivia Dias Biadi was born Oct. 3 to Mariana and Lapo Biadi of Fort Lauderdale.

PEMBROKE PARK | WATKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Teacher's wish list fulfilled by Target

A Pembroke Park teacher wound up getting classroom supplies, books and a cafeteria makeover for her school with the help of a large retailer.

POLICE REPORT

Robbers pick wrong man in Sunrise

Officers dispatched on a ``shots fired'' call arrived in the Sawgrass Mills mall, 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd. in Sunrise, at 12:32 a.m. Oct. 18 after many citizens had dialed 911.

EDUCATION

Cooper City parents protest planned school boundary changes

Parents continue fight against proposed school boundary changes countywide.

HOLIDAY TRADITION

Salvation Army recruiting gift-giving angels

The Salvation Army is asking businesses, schools and clubs to take part in its Angel Tree program and help thousands of needy children.

PLANTATION

Art in the Park returns

Art in the Park returns to Plantation's Liberty Tree Park with a new look and a green theme.

VETERANS DAY

Broward communities plan Veterans Day events

Americans will honor those who have served in the military during Veterans Day events where flags will wave, patriotic music will be played and speeches will pay tribute to sacrifice.

• A list of events in Broward to salute nation's veterans

Broward pet of the week

Angel is a 3 1/2-year-old Australian shepherd mix who was given up because her family lost their home. Angel is shy at first, but once she gets to know you she will be your shadow. She is housebroken, eager to please and is looking for someone to give her a chance.

NEW BUSINESS

New kids' sports drink quenches with less sugar

A Plantation dad has come up with a sports drink that challenges more caloric competitors aimed at kids.

• Where to find KidFit

CORAL SPRINGS

Coral Springs pirate enthusiasts tie the knot

A PAIR OF PIRATE ENTHUSIASTS REDISCOVER THE TREASURE OF TEENAGE LOVE AFTER THREE DECADES OF SEPARATE LIVES AND ADVENTURES

PEMBROKE PINES

Essay winner a local

Earning some extra credit wound up leading to an extra special bonus for 13-year-old Alex Puertas.

The Pembroke Pines teen was one of three winners of Florida Gov. Charlie Crist's Hispanic Heritage Month essay contest. As result, he will receive a four-year Florida Prepaid College Scholarship. The scholarship, established by the Governor's Office in 2003, is presented to students in elementary, middle and high school levels who compose outstanding essays.

MIAMI BOOK FAIR INTERNATIONAL

Writer and teacher John Dufresne has found inspiration in his adopted home of Dania Beach

A noted author, creative writing teacher and Dania Beach resident, John Dufresne will talk about his work at Miami Book Fair International.

• Several authors from Broward to appear at fair
• Annual book fair

ENTERTAINMENT

Rock Band nights a new barroom craze

Fans of the Rock Band video system are showing off their virtual moves in local bars, pubs and clubs.

FORT LAUDERDALE

Divorce class helps women

A new program offered by Broward College will help women facing divorce navigate the process.

DAVIE

Town's bike ride will honor memory of two girls

The death of two schoolgirls 20 years ago was the impetus to create Davie's safe trail system. A memorial ride will be held Saturday in their honor.

• If you go to the memorial ride

Broward pet of the week

Skittle, an 8-week-old long-hair mix, is as cute as a button. A little less than than two pounds, the black-and-white kitten was so tiny when she arrived at the Humane Society of Broward County that she needed special care from a pet foster family. Now, Skittle is back at the shelter and ready to be adopted by a family.

EDUCATION | BOUNDARY CHANGES

Cooper City parents, officials fighting boundary changes to keep children in nearby schools

Cooper City is poised to fight proposed school boundary changes also impacting other Broward neighborhoods.

NEW BUSINESS | WESTON

Upscale Fresh is hot, cool, contemporary

A new restaurant club brings a late-night destination to the Weston Town Center.

FORT LAUDERDALE

Learn about colleges

Students can learn about schools from as far as Australia's Bond University and as close as Broward College at the upcoming Greater Fort Lauderdale National College Fair. The free fair aims to show families that the economic slump should not keep qualified students from getting a college education.