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They have been sold over the last 16 years.
22/07/2024

They have been sold over the last 16 years.

Wehah Farms in Richvale first recalled the Wild Blend Gourmet Rice in May of this year.
20/07/2024

Wehah Farms in Richvale first recalled the Wild Blend Gourmet Rice in May of this year.

South Florida will swelter and rain’s in the forecast, too.
20/07/2024

South Florida will swelter and rain’s in the forecast, too.

Shark experts say that this year’s amount of attacks is nothing out of the ordinary.
19/07/2024

Shark experts say that this year’s amount of attacks is nothing out of the ordinary.

Bahamas Defense Force says they may have left Abaco on July 4.
19/07/2024

Bahamas Defense Force says they may have left Abaco on July 4.

His friend said it was an 8-foot bull shark.
16/07/2024

His friend said it was an 8-foot bull shark.

From MCSO: Traffic advisory.
16/07/2024

From MCSO: Traffic advisory.

U.S. 1 Traffic advisory for Lower Keys

The Monroe Couty Sheriff’s Office is alerting motorists of Florida Department of Transportation construction creating a potential traffic hazard along the southbound lane at Mile Marker 21 on U.S. 1.

FDOT created a lane shift at this location and ground away yellow striping/pavement, creating large holes in the road surface.

“Motorists, especially motorcyclists, should use due care while traveling through this area,” said Sheriff Rick Ramsay.

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The bite was to the man's leg, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
15/07/2024

The bite was to the man's leg, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

The shark bit him on the leg, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said.

So far, so good, authorities say about the situation on the water for the extra day of lobster miniseason.
14/07/2024

So far, so good, authorities say about the situation on the water for the extra day of lobster miniseason.

Boaters report quickly limiting out of the Florida delicacy.

Boaters report quickly limiting out of the Florida delicacy.
14/07/2024

Boaters report quickly limiting out of the Florida delicacy.

Four lots have been recalled.
14/07/2024

Four lots have been recalled.

A heat advisory was issued for Saturday in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
13/07/2024

A heat advisory was issued for Saturday in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

The attorney for the man driving the boat the FWC says hit the spearfisherman said his client had no idea anyone was str...
12/07/2024

The attorney for the man driving the boat the FWC says hit the spearfisherman said his client had no idea anyone was struck.

Police have also named the driver of the boat they said hit him.

What to know about the process.
12/07/2024

What to know about the process.

Developing story. Investigators say the captain was drinking throughout the fishing expedition.
12/07/2024

Developing story. Investigators say the captain was drinking throughout the fishing expedition.

The passengers on board were charter fishing clients, according to the report.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said Edmund Christopher James, 69, had been warned before about the “deplorable” livi...
12/07/2024

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said Edmund Christopher James, 69, had been warned before about the “deplorable” living conditions at his property.

Rice rats may be next.
11/07/2024

Rice rats may be next.

The twin-engine boat hit the bridge “at a high rate of speed” around 2 .m. Monday, said Kristen Livengood, a Monroe Cou...
09/07/2024

The twin-engine boat hit the bridge “at a high rate of speed” around 2 .m. Monday, said Kristen Livengood, a Monroe County Fire Rescue spokeswoman.

The twin-engine boat hit the bridge “at a high rate of speed” around 2 .m. Monday, said Kristen Livengood, a Monroe County Fire Rescue spokeswoman.

It happens before you can even reel a fish onto your boat.
09/07/2024

It happens before you can even reel a fish onto your boat.

Within the 25-foot waves and violent winds of the disastrous Hurricane Beryl, one 23-foot long neon orange sailboat-like...
09/07/2024

Within the 25-foot waves and violent winds of the disastrous Hurricane Beryl, one 23-foot long neon orange sailboat-like device stood out against dark ocean water with a front-row seat to the eye of the storm. The object in question wasn’t a boat that got too close to the storm, but an uncrewed hurricane drone called the Saildrone Explorer.

Within the 25-foot waves and violent winds of the disastrous Hurricane Beryl, one 23-foot long neon orange sailboat-like device stood out against dark ocean water with a front-row seat to the eye of the storm. The object in question wasn’t a boat that got too close to the storm, but an uncrewed hu...

So far, thunderstorms and lower-than-expected temperatures have helped keep corals out of the danger zone.
08/07/2024

So far, thunderstorms and lower-than-expected temperatures have helped keep corals out of the danger zone.

Repairs are free. Three models are involved.
08/07/2024

Repairs are free. Three models are involved.

Four others on the boat were also injured, the fire department says.
08/07/2024

Four others on the boat were also injured, the fire department says.

Here’s where the cities are hiring.
08/07/2024

Here’s where the cities are hiring.

A total of eight products got recalled for Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. Not that the company publiciz...
07/07/2024

A total of eight products got recalled for Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. Not that the company publicized this.

Monroe County Fire Rescue airlifted the patient to Miami-Dade County.
06/07/2024

Monroe County Fire Rescue airlifted the patient to Miami-Dade County.

Police are looking for a 32-foot Contender.
05/07/2024

Police are looking for a 32-foot Contender.

Cleanup began in Jamaica Thursday morning as the last vestiges of powerful Hurricane Beryl pulled away overnight, leavin...
04/07/2024

Cleanup began in Jamaica Thursday morning as the last vestiges of powerful Hurricane Beryl pulled away overnight, leaving roofless homes, flooded buildings, blocked roads and extensive power outages.

But the FDA doesn’t think this business accounts for all the sick in the outbreak.
03/07/2024

But the FDA doesn’t think this business accounts for all the sick in the outbreak.

Thursday morning, the annual Independence Day parade is expected to slow traffic in Key Largo from around 9 a.m. until 1...
03/07/2024

Thursday morning, the annual Independence Day parade is expected to slow traffic in Key Largo from around 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

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The standoff is over. Police tackled the man when he came out of the house.

Key West parade shows off 'human powered' sculptures
Key West parade shows off 'human powered' sculptures

Key West put on a parade of ‘human-powered’ sculptures over the weekend. Take a look!

Great white shark spotted in Key West
Great white shark spotted in Key West

"Oh my God! That thing is amazing!" Another great white shark spotting in the Keys. Full story: https://hrld.us/2J49us8

A “Miami Vice” sailboat is now docked in Key West
A “Miami Vice” sailboat is now docked in Key West

This boat had a stylish role on "Miami Vice." Now it’s back and looking good in the Keys. Read more: https://hrld.us/2OIu3Lt

The fourth annual "Out of the Darkness Walk" for suicide prevention drew about 100 people today in Marathon. Organizers said they raised more than $30,000 during this year's campaign.

It's Zombie Bike Ride day in Key West. The huge ride starts at 6-ish from Fort East Martello and heads down to Duval Street. Watch for thousands of zombies!

WLRN 91.3 is live in Key West today! The program will feature panel discussions on life in the Keys, including the environment and affordable housing.

Gov. Scott in Key West, press conference

Gov. Scott in Key West

Update from Chuck Lindsey, live at Marathon City Hall. Miami Herald #irma #irma2017 #hurricaneirma

Answers to your questions from yesterday from Marathon City Manager Chuck Lindsey. Post more questions and the top ten will be answered live within the next hour.

Marathon City Manager Chuck Lindsey will have a message from the city’s Incident Management Team at 11:30 a.m. live from City Hall. Residents are encouraged to tune in. Miami Herald MSNBC CNN ABC News Fox News WLRN Public Radio and Television #irma #irmahurricane #floridakeys #heartofthekeys #marathonflorida #marathonheartofthekeys #marathonstrong #irmaflorida

A meteor was filmed by Monroe County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Evan Calhoun’s dashcam Tuesday night, April 25, just before 11 p.m. while he was working in the Lower Keys, on Big Pine Key.

Celtic Festival in Marathon Florida
Celtic Festival in Marathon Florida

Florida Keys Celtic Festival - The Screaming Orphans

Video of one of the several Cuban migrant landings this week.

From the Sheriff's Office The attached video and photos show a man detectives want to talk to about the theft of a pair of Pelagic brand sunglasses from Bud and Mary’s Outfitters Store in Islamorada on the afternoon of May 31st. The sunglasses are valued at $296. Anyone who recognizes him and can help detectives to identify him should contact Deputy Caridad Bellon at 305-664-6480 or Detective Sgt. Mark Coleman at 305-853-3211.

A U.S. Navy SH-60 Seahawk Helicopter lands at Mariners Hospital in Tavernier Thursday morning, May 26, during a training exercise with Monroe County Fire-Rescue.

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FLKeysNews.com features comprehensive coverage of the Florida Keys, from Key Largo to Key West. We focus on the issues important to Monroe County: breaking news, tourism, the environment, rebuilding after Hurricane Irma. David Goodhue covers the Upper Keys to Marathon and can be reached at [email protected]. Gwen Filosa covers Key West to Marathon and can be reached at [email protected]. To reach the breaking news desk, call 305-376-4636.