Annette Montgomery
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Virtual event held to recognize Orphan Sunday
Orphan Sunday is annually recognized on the second Sunday in November. It’s a day that more than 70 nations use to campaign for orphans and their caregivers. You can be a part of it. Haven of Hope International, a local nonprofit in Fort Myers, is holding a virtual event for the community. It’s a day […] → Read More
Bayside Park reopens, other projects to follow, in Fort Myers Beach
Bayside Park is set to reopen in Fort Myers Beach on Tuesday morning after a $950,000 improvement project, with other projects to follow. → Read More
All-way stop signs installed at dangerous Cape Coral intersection
An intersection that has given some drivers close calls in the past hopefully got fixed Tuesday. According to the Cape Coral Police Department, two students have been hit while crossing the Trafalgar Parkway and Southwest 20th Ave intersection this school year. On Tuesday both of the all-way stop signs were put up at the intersection. […] → Read More
Project to improve Fort Myers water quality
Fort Myers city leaders have a plan to fix the rust-colored water coming out of faucets in McGregor Reserve. For months, community members in McGregor Reserve have been scared to use their water to cook and clean, but city officials hope a new project will make concerns like that a thing of the past: replacing […] → Read More
Crews investigating cause of Golden Gate house fire
North Collier Fire is at the scene of a house fire on 18th Avenue Southwest in Golden Gate. According to J. Nolan Sapp, fire chief of the Greater Naples Fire Rescue District, a call came in about a structure fire in the rear of a home Monday morning. When fire crews left the station, they […] → Read More
Number of COVID patients at NCH doubles, Naples residents weigh in about masks
The number of COVID-19 patients has doubled over a span of three days at NCH Healthcare System. On Tuesday, the hospital has 17 COVID-positive patients. On Thursday, that number jumped to 38. Now, many customers and business owners are discussing the increase in cases and whether it’s time to bring back masks. Take a drive […] → Read More
Marco Island Police Department investigating reports of vacation property rental scams
The Marco Island Police Department is investigating two separate reports of vacation property rental scams. Two completely different reports, but a lot of the information is similar. Someone found a property online, sent money ranging from $800 to almost $3,000, and once they showed up at the property, they found out they had been scammed. […] → Read More
Collier County communities stepping up to continue a legacy of giving
One man’s holiday tradition of giving to the community lives on even after his death. Retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Ray LaPierre purchased gifts for more than 100 underprivileged kids every year, but he died one month ago, unable to fill his annual Christmas wish. Others have stepped in to continue his legacy of giving. […] → Read More
People help mother of five fulfill her children's Christmas wishes
One group has helped a family fulfill all of the Christmas wishes. This mother of five was worried that she wouldn’t be able to get the gifts her children wanted. But, someone offered to help. Sharhonda Simmons is a working mother and didn’t have gifts for her kids. “Because with bills itself, it kind of […] → Read More
Wounded Warriors of Collier County have food and toys for families in need
One group is bringing holiday cheer to families who need a little extra lift this season. On Tuesday, wounded Warriors of Collier County brought food and toys to families in need. The people in the community donated everything they gave to those families. Christmas is only four days away, but the holidays have already taken […] → Read More
Teen violinist raises money for humane society
A 16-year-old spent her Saturday night just outside her home in Victoria Park in Naples. She was raising money for the humane society by playing her violin. Sidney Cramer played her violin, which is her fifth year doing so. For her, this began when she learned that the goal of human society is to rehome […] → Read More
Naples City Manager to take over payback fight for veterans, police officers
Two veterans and former police officers are one step closer to getting the retirement funds they’ve been fighting the City of Naples for. Both had to end their careers because they were injured in the line of duty. They fought for our country and wore the Naples Police uniform. But now, former officers Brad Gallagher […] → Read More
City of Naples meets to discuss payback for veterans, police officers
On Monday, leaders for the City of Naples met to discuss payback for veteran officers who could no longer fulfill their duties after injury. These veterans feel they were sidelined by the police force and want their retirement money back. Two of these veterans say the City of Naples owes them thousands of dollars. So, […] → Read More
Veterans, police officers fighting City of Naples for benefits they say they're owe
Veterans have been sidelined from the police force and are now battling for their own benefits. Two former officers suffered career-ending injuries. Now, those officers say the City of Naples owes them money to survive in retirement. WINK News spoke to one of those officers about what that assistance would mean to him. Brad Gallagher […] → Read More
Michael Zutten takes the stand to defend himself, jury deliberations begin in murder trial
The man accused of killing his girlfriend and then dumping her body took the stand in his own defense on Tuesday. Michael Zutten is on trial for the murder and in court on Tuesday he told the jury he still loves heather Grimshaw and that he didn’t kill her. Investigators believe Zutten killed and dumped […] → Read More
Woman slams into FHP Cruiser, arrested for DUI
A woman slammed her car into the back of a Florida Highway Patrol cruiser. When the trooper went to check on the driver, they noticed the smell of alcohol and that she was asleep at the wheel. Sabrina Saari was arrested for DUI at the intersection of Immokalee Road and Wilson Boulevard near Orangetree. Saari’s blood-alcohol […] → Read More
First responders celebrate Thanksgiving with their 'work family'
While many of you spent Thanksgiving with friends and family, some in Southwest Florida are away from their loved ones to keep you safe. Firefighters and other first responders spent the holiday with their “work family.” But, many of these first responders say it’s their honor to serve their community, even on a holiday. While […] → Read More
Testimony in Michael Zutten trial begins
Testimony got underway on Friday in the trial of a Southwest Florida man who is accused of killing his fiance and disposing of her body. Michael Zutten is accused of killing Heather Grimshaw in 2015 then posting on Facebook about hiding bodies. The prosecution came out with strong words at the Collier County Courthouse. They […] → Read More
Lehigh Acres teen getting support from across the country
A Southwest Florida teen’s wish for birthday cards is coming true in a big way. Even though she doesn’t know it yet. Emilie Orta turns 17 on Sunday. Last month her mom came to WINK News asking viewers to make this year unforgettable for her and send cards to her. And birthday cards for Emilie […] → Read More
Sand being brought to Naples Beach causes disruption for neighbors
Even more sand is being brought by truck to Naples Beach. Sadly, there’s really no good way to get it there. Neighbors are tired of the notice, and it’s creating traffic. For the people who live along Fourth Avenue North in Naples, their new reality is noisy. From Monday to Saturday, from 7 a.m. to … → Read More