An 11-year-old Florida girl has been grievously injured by a dog attack — a tragic reminder of the dangers associated with our love for man’s best friend. After suffering a severe dog bite injury in West Palm Beach, she is currently undergoing econstructive surgery to help to fix her face.…
There’s a government website that can be used to help you to choose the right nursing home for your elderly loved one. Two websites just got a makeover and now they’re easier to use than ever, according to the Herald-Tribune. You can get some of the most detailed information, like…
In 2011, there were nearly 750 people who were killed in boating accidents in the state of Florida. Many of these accidents could have been prevented. According to accident reports, nearly 55 percent of the victims who were killed in these accidents were not wearing a life jacket when the…
Recently, there was a span of five days in which 5 young children drowned or nearly drowned in swimming pools in Tampa. Some of the accidents happened when parents were present on the pool deck while others happened while parents were inside or otherwise took their eyes off of their…
A 35-year-old man was recently arrested after his alleged involvement with a hit-and-run car accident in Naples at the Brittany Bay apartment complex. According to WINK News, the driver reportedly backed out of a parking lot at a high rate of speed, sideswiped a vehicle and then sped off. Luckily,…
A recent accident in Fort Myers took the life of a motorcyclist. According to The News-Press, the accident happened on Fowler Street when the motorcyclist ran into a van after it reportedly turned in front of him. The accident happened just after 12:00 p.m. Officers with the Fort Myers Police…
Kids are left in hot cars every day. Many times, they’re accidentally left in cars by a parent. In other cases, daycare centers, babysitters and other caregivers have left children behind, with serious or fatal results. More than 30 kids were killed when they were left inside a hot car…
Each year, the Fourth of July serves as a holiday with some of the highest risks for alcohol-related car accidents in Fort Myers and elsewhere. This year, law enforcement officers from around the state are working together and are increasing enforcement efforts as a part of the “Drive Sober or…
The Fourth of July might be smack in the middle of the week, but Americans are using this time to make an extra-long holiday period. Many will be setting out on vacations. According to CNN, there are more than 42 million Americans who will be venturing out least 50 miles…
There’s going to be plenty of firework displays going on throughout Southwest Florida during the Fourth of July holiday. Many of these displays are spectacular and you’re urged to join, bring along your friends and your family members. But if you’re more of the do-it-yourself type and you want to…