MiamiHerald.com: Northeast Miami-Dade http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/index.html MiamiHerald.com: Northeast Miami-Dade http://media.miamiherald.com/images/logos/rss_sitelogo.gif http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/index.html 140 25 News, sports and entertainment from MiamiHerald.com en-us Copyright 2009 MiamiHerald.com Northeast Miami-Dade 60 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:54:08 EST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss McClatchy Interactive's PubSys miamifeedback@miamiherald.com http://www.miamiherald.com/news/more-info/story/443846.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/more-info/story/443846.html Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:01 EST <b>Northeast Neighbors editor: </b> Carolyn Guniss, <a href="mailto:cguniss@MiamiHerald.com">cguniss@MiamiHerald.com</a>, 305-376-4565 North Miami Beach teacher has a colorful take on teaching http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Some teachers dress in outlandish costumes. Some bring their students outdoors. Others plan exotic field trips.<p/> But Rohr Middle School's Daniel Dreyfuss might be the only teacher in Miami-Dade -- or anywhere, really -- who has encouraged his kids to turn his van into a psychedelic, mobile periodic table. Miami Shores Police Department's K-9 team shows why it is one of the best http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325402.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325402.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST They call Rik the ``Robot.'' He does whatever he's told.<p/> There's Diesel, who can reach speeds up to 35 mph. <p/> And then there's Nick. His bite has earned him the nickname ``Crusher.'' Art students from the UM, FlU and the New World School of the Arts receive constructive criticism from museum curators http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325407.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325407.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Huddled into a cold, dimly lit room at North Miami's Museum of Contemporary Art on a Monday morning, high school and college students nervously waited to show their work. Commissioner Morris honored with key to the city of Biscayne Park http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325403.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325403.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Biscayne Park commissioners met as a group for the last time on Nov. 3.<p/> While two of the three commissioners whose terms will end are seeking reelection -- a third commission member is departing. The commissioner, Chester ``Doc'' Morris Day, was honored for his long service to the village. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325401.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325401.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST OVERTOWN | A burglar forced open a window of an apartment in the 400 block of Northwest Ninth Street between 2 and 11:30 p.m. Oct. 10. North Miami Beach salary raises for elected officials to remain http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319515.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319515.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The heated debate over salary raises for North Miami Beach elected officials came back with a vengeance Tuesday, when council members reconsidered their September vote as locals flayed them for the self-appointed increases. North Miami mayor gives state of the city address http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319521.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319521.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST North Miami Mayor Andre Pierre used his State of the City address to tout the city's accomplishments over the past year, despite a difficult budget season. North Miami Beach teacher has a colorful take on teaching http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Some teachers dress in outlandish costumes. Some bring their students outdoors. Others plan exotic field trips.<p/> But Rohr Middle School's Daniel Dreyfuss might be the only teacher in Miami-Dade -- or anywhere, really -- who has encouraged his kids to turn his van into a psychedelic, mobile periodic table. Miami Shores Police Department's K-9 team shows why it is one of the best http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325402.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325402.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST They call Rik the ``Robot.'' He does whatever he's told.<p/> There's Diesel, who can reach speeds up to 35 mph. <p/> And then there's Nick. His bite has earned him the nickname ``Crusher.'' Art students from the UM, FlU and the New World School of the Arts receive constructive criticism from museum curators http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325407.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325407.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Huddled into a cold, dimly lit room at North Miami's Museum of Contemporary Art on a Monday morning, high school and college students nervously waited to show their work. Commissioner Morris honored with key to the city of Biscayne Park http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325403.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325403.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Biscayne Park commissioners met as a group for the last time on Nov. 3.<p/> While two of the three commissioners whose terms will end are seeking reelection -- a third commission member is departing. The commissioner, Chester ``Doc'' Morris Day, was honored for his long service to the village. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325401.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325401.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST OVERTOWN | A burglar forced open a window of an apartment in the 400 block of Northwest Ninth Street between 2 and 11:30 p.m. Oct. 10. North Miami Beach salary raises for elected officials to remain http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319515.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319515.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The heated debate over salary raises for North Miami Beach elected officials came back with a vengeance Tuesday, when council members reconsidered their September vote as locals flayed them for the self-appointed increases. North Miami mayor gives state of the city address http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319521.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319521.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST North Miami Mayor Andre Pierre used his State of the City address to tout the city's accomplishments over the past year, despite a difficult budget season. Local bars host video game `Rock Band' nights http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319527.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319527.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST With implacable confidence and boyish charm, Ruben Silva, 36, raised his drumsticks to rev up the crowd as smoke from a fog machine permeated the stage. Northeast Miami-Dade municipalities hosting Veterans Day events http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319516.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319516.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:39 EST Several municipalities in Northeast Miami-Dade will observe Veterans Day on Wednesday with parades, picnics and patriotic displays.<p/> Some of the events happening around town: Coxie's Army keeps Halloween prank alive in North Miami http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319510.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319510.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST In the dead of night, the elusive Coxie's Army strikes again.<p/> Cloaked in the veil of darkness, the shadowy former Boy Scouts impaled a large pumpkin atop the North Miami library's steeple on Halloween night -- marking the 40th anniversary since the tradition began in 1969. Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach attracts visitors with new events, mural http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319490.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319490.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST It's a wall-to-wall work of art: an 1,100 square-foot cafe painted with kaleidoscopic swirls and electric colors.<p/> But on a recent afternoon, the massive, labor-intensive mural bore some extra elements: a scuffed floorboard here, a fingerprint there. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319506.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319506.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST DOWNTOWN MIAMI | A burglar broke into a car on the corner of Northeast Fourth Street and Biscayne Boulevard on Sept. 15. As artist, ex-Coral Gables detective is still on the case http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1314955.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1314955.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST By day, Norma Dieppa wore the midnight-blue uniform of a Coral Gables police detective, investigating crimes involving children.<p/> At night, she shed the blues in favor of T-shirts and jeans, the uniform of her other love -- sketching, painting and working with clay. Miami-Dade teachers' second job lets them express musical talents http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313200.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313200.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST By day, Josue Cruz and Laura Askins are school teachers who try to inspire creativity in their students.<p/> By night, they practice what they preach, performing as the indie-rock duo Calahoney. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313193.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313193.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST LITTLE HAITI | A burglar broke into a house in the 5100 block of Northwest Second Avenue after forcing open the front door on Oct. 13. Miami Shores Boy Scout Troop 305 will lead a public flag retirement ceremony Saturday http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313194.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313194.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The frayed edges were held taut as three Boy Scouts folded the American flag -- first in half, then on an angle -- over and over again into a triangle. 7 candidates in running for Biscayne Park commission seats http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313195.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313195.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Seven Biscayne Park residents have qualified to run for three commission seats during the upcoming elections.<p/> The seats up for grabs are those of Mayor John Hornbuckle, Commissioner Kelly Mallette, who are running for reelection, and Commissioner Chester ``Doc'' Morris. Photo exhibit focuses on foster kids in need of homes http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313204.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313204.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 600 children are available for adoption in of Florida. <I>The Waiting</I> exhibit, opening Saturday at the Miami Children's Museum, aims to bring attention to foster kids who spent years waiting for a family. Victory Center teaches autistic kids life skills http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307677.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307677.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT In the back of the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center in North Miami Beach there is a small school, where about 25 children and young adults learn basic life skills -- like how to make a sandwich, make friends and even ride a bike. Amid tough times, North Miami gives away $8,000 in services, fees http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307690.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307690.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT As North Miami emerges from a difficult budget season, concerns that the city should not spend money on organizations that request special fee waivers or in-kind donations were rampant at Tuesday's City Council meeting. North Miami Beach council member to run for Legislature http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325406.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325406.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST North Miami Beach council member John Patrick Julien will seek a seat in the state House of Representatives next year, hoping to take the place of term-limited Rep. Yolly Roberson. US man convicted of scuba death of wife in BVI http://www.miamiherald.com/1033/story/1303210.html http://www.miamiherald.com/1033/story/1303210.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:27 EDT A U.S. man faces life in a sweltering Caribbean prison after a jury convicted him of drowning his wife during a scuba-diving trip a decade ago in what prosecutors called a near perfect murder. North Miami Beach council member to run for Legislature http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325406.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325406.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST North Miami Beach council member John Patrick Julien will seek a seat in the state House of Representatives next year, hoping to take the place of term-limited Rep. Yolly Roberson. 14 years after founding, Aventura's population growing younger http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325426.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325426.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:45 EST The grass by the toddler bounce house turned into a virtual baby stroller parking lot during Founders Day in Aventura Sunday afternoon as young parents flocked to the event, breaking last year's attendance record. Red-light cameras go into effect http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325425.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325425.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The 30-day grace period for red-light enforcement cameras in Sunny Isles Beach ended last week.<p/> Drivers will now be fined $125 for the first infraction, $250 for the second and $500 for any infraction after that. Bar Rosso: A great place to unwind and sample wine http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325424.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325424.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST For Aventura resident Jennifer Hazan, finding a homey neighborhood bar to sip wine and unwind with friends was a challenge until she found Italian restaurant and lounge Bar Rosso in the heart of the restaurant chain-heavy city's downtown. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325422.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325422.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST AVENTURA | A thief stole a computer, a camera & lens, a video camera and an incense burner together valued at $10,050 after breaking into a treatment room in a doctor's office at Whole Life Chiropractic, 18205 Biscayne Blvd., between 11 a.m. Oct. 7 and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 29. Resident to be honored for 70 years of service http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325427.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/aventura/story/1325427.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The National Council of Jewish Women's Greater Miami section will honor Bay Harbor resident Myra Farr for 70 years of leadership and community service at a brunch on Nov. 22, at Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Ave. in Miami Beach. Broward births http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319447.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319447.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00 EST HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL,<p/>FORT LAUDERDALE<p/> Deshaun Fitzgerald Hawkins was born Oct. 12 to Jessica Baker and Bernard Hawkins of Pompano Beach. Broward events salute nation's veterans http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319477.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319477.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Here are some events taking place this week:<p/>Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall: The Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall will be at Bailey Memorial Gardens, 7801 Bailey Rd., North Lauderdale on Sunday. Closing ceremonies will include remarks by local dignitaries and veterans, a concert, 21-gun salute, taps and retiring the colors; 3 p.m.; dignitymemorial.com. Broward births http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319481.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319481.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00 EST HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL,<p/>FORT LAUDERDALE<p/> Olivia Dias Biadi was born Oct. 3 to Mariana and Lapo Biadi of Fort Lauderdale. Teacher's wish list fulfilled by Target http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319475.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319475.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Second-grade teacher Cindy Ali scored big for Watkins Elementary School when she turned a simple act of shopping for craft supplies into a request for help. Cooper City parents protest planned school boundary changes http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319453.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/communities/hollywood-hallandale/story/1319453.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Hundreds of Cooper City parents, determined to sway the Broward school district from changing boundaries for Pioneer Middle School, protested at a public meeting Wednesday evening by wearing red, carrying signs and dumping scores of letters and a 732-signature petition at the feet of district representatives. Rise in violence linked with budget cuts for Miami-Dade http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325436.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325436.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Violence, budget cuts and activism were on the agenda of a recent rally held at the Stephen P. Clark Center in downtown Miami.<p/> During the Oct. 30 anti-violence rally, nonprofit organizations protested Miami-Dade County's 30 percent budget cut to most community-based organizations. Against the odds, a young man rebuilds his life http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325434.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325434.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Peterson Christophe didn't fully understand how he ended up without a parent or a home two months after arriving to the United States from Haiti. <p/> ``It all happened so fast,'' he said. Teen continues tradition of helping homeless http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325435.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325435.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Julio D. Anta, 19, has fed the homeless for years, but from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, he has invited the community to share in this gift-giving project as he, through his ministry Humility Now, hosts the inaugural Homeless BBQ/Clothing Drive.A warm Neighbors in Religion salute to Julio D. Anta, 19, who has the homeless at heart. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325433.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1325433.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST MIAMI GARDENS | Burglars stole a refrigerator after breaking a sliding glass door at a house in the 20300 block of Northwest 40th Court between noon Oct. 24 and 6:45 p.m. Oct. 26. The refrigerator was valued at $1,200. Damage was estimated at $100. Female scholars to be featured on Book Fair panel http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1319520.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/north-central/story/1319520.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Next Saturday will be a proud day for the community.<p/> Two local high school graduates, now college professors and published authors -- Tera W. Hunter and Edda Fields-Black -- are participating on the African Diaspora Panel at the 26th annual Miami Book Fair International. Rivals' funding contrasts sharply in Beach runoff http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1325429.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1325429.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST With less than a week before Tuesday's runoff elections, Gabrielle Redfern has at least one obstacle to overcome if she is to win the Miami Beach City Commission seat: money. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1325428.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1325428.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST MIAMI BEACH | A thief stole a radio valued at $100 after smashing a window on a 1995 Toyota Yaris in the 6900 block of Rue Versailles between 8:30 p.m. Oct. 29 and 4:30 a.m. Oct. 30. Resident to be honored for 70 years of service http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1325427.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1325427.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The National Council of Jewish Women's Greater Miami section will honor Bay Harbor resident Myra Farr for 70 years of leadership and community service at a brunch on Nov. 22, at Temple Beth Sholom, 4144 Chase Ave. in Miami Beach. Insomniacs unite for Sleepless Night in Miami Beach http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1323768.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1323768.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:00 EST On a typical Saturday, Miami Beach residents Brad and Margaret Klimek would never imagine themselves spending a night on Ocean Drive, where tourists usually outnumber locals. Gabrielle Redfern wins runoff spot in Miami Beach Commission race http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1319895.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/beaches/story/1319895.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:22 EST And then there were two.<p/> Gabrielle Redfern eked past Alex Fernandez during a Friday morning recount, earning the challenger spot in a runoff for Miami Beach Commission Group 3. Local bars host video game `Rock Band' nights http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319527.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319527.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST With implacable confidence and boyish charm, Ruben Silva, 36, raised his drumsticks to rev up the crowd as smoke from a fog machine permeated the stage. Northeast Miami-Dade municipalities hosting Veterans Day events http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319516.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319516.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:39 EST Several municipalities in Northeast Miami-Dade will observe Veterans Day on Wednesday with parades, picnics and patriotic displays.<p/> Some of the events happening around town: Coxie's Army keeps Halloween prank alive in North Miami http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319510.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319510.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST In the dead of night, the elusive Coxie's Army strikes again.<p/> Cloaked in the veil of darkness, the shadowy former Boy Scouts impaled a large pumpkin atop the North Miami library's steeple on Halloween night -- marking the 40th anniversary since the tradition began in 1969. Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach attracts visitors with new events, mural http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319490.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319490.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST It's a wall-to-wall work of art: an 1,100 square-foot cafe painted with kaleidoscopic swirls and electric colors.<p/> But on a recent afternoon, the massive, labor-intensive mural bore some extra elements: a scuffed floorboard here, a fingerprint there. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319506.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1319506.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00 EST DOWNTOWN MIAMI | A burglar broke into a car on the corner of Northeast Fourth Street and Biscayne Boulevard on Sept. 15. As artist, ex-Coral Gables detective is still on the case http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1314955.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1314955.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST By day, Norma Dieppa wore the midnight-blue uniform of a Coral Gables police detective, investigating crimes involving children.<p/> At night, she shed the blues in favor of T-shirts and jeans, the uniform of her other love -- sketching, painting and working with clay. Miami-Dade teachers' second job lets them express musical talents http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313200.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313200.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:00 EST By day, Josue Cruz and Laura Askins are school teachers who try to inspire creativity in their students.<p/> By night, they practice what they preach, performing as the indie-rock duo Calahoney. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313193.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313193.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST LITTLE HAITI | A burglar broke into a house in the 5100 block of Northwest Second Avenue after forcing open the front door on Oct. 13. Miami Shores Boy Scout Troop 305 will lead a public flag retirement ceremony Saturday http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313194.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313194.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST The frayed edges were held taut as three Boy Scouts folded the American flag -- first in half, then on an angle -- over and over again into a triangle. 7 candidates in running for Biscayne Park commission seats http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313195.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313195.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Seven Biscayne Park residents have qualified to run for three commission seats during the upcoming elections.<p/> The seats up for grabs are those of Mayor John Hornbuckle, Commissioner Kelly Mallette, who are running for reelection, and Commissioner Chester ``Doc'' Morris. Photo exhibit focuses on foster kids in need of homes http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313204.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1313204.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:00 EST More than 600 children are available for adoption in of Florida. <I>The Waiting</I> exhibit, opening Saturday at the Miami Children's Museum, aims to bring attention to foster kids who spent years waiting for a family. Victory Center teaches autistic kids life skills http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307677.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307677.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT In the back of the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center in North Miami Beach there is a small school, where about 25 children and young adults learn basic life skills -- like how to make a sandwich, make friends and even ride a bike. Amid tough times, North Miami gives away $8,000 in services, fees http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307690.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307690.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT As North Miami emerges from a difficult budget season, concerns that the city should not spend money on organizations that request special fee waivers or in-kind donations were rampant at Tuesday's City Council meeting. Hundreds turn out for Miami Country Day's Walk For Cancer http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307679.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307679.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT Cancer survivor Debi Beasley has never been a fan of tattoos. <p/> But her opinion of body art changed last year when her daughter, Mary Beasley got a pink ribbon on her left wrist in honor of her mother's battle with breast cancer. Letter: North Miami Beach salary increases cannot be justified http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307687.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307687.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT In my 44 years as a Floridian I have never written a letter to the newspaper of a political nature until today.<p/> I have decided to write a quick letter because two wrongs do not make a right. Health Foundation of South Florida's program promotes fitness for elderly http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307680.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307680.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT A nonprofit organization is helping adults 60 and over find classes that will keep them active and in good health.<p/> The Health Foundation of South Florida, a nonprofit grant-making foundation, aims at expanding and supporting programs that promote health for seniors in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties. Police reports from local municipalities http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307676.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1307676.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:00 EDT DOWNTOWN MIAMI | A thief stole a laptop computer from a locker in a building at 601 Biscayne Blvd. on Oct. 10. North Miami Beach council member to run for Legislature http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325406.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325406.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST North Miami Beach council member John Patrick Julien will seek a seat in the state House of Representatives next year, hoping to take the place of term-limited Rep. Yolly Roberson. North Miami Beach teacher has a colorful take on teaching http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325405.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST Some teachers dress in outlandish costumes. Some bring their students outdoors. Others plan exotic field trips.<p/> But Rohr Middle School's Daniel Dreyfuss might be the only teacher in Miami-Dade -- or anywhere, really -- who has encouraged his kids to turn his van into a psychedelic, mobile periodic table. Miami Shores Police Department's K-9 team shows why it is one of the best http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325402.html http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/northeast/story/1325402.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:00 EST They call Rik the ``Robot.'' He does whatever he's told.<p/> There's Diesel, who can reach speeds up to 35 mph. <p/> And then there's Nick. His bite has earned him the nickname ``Crusher.''