Share:

Latest News

All Stories

Miami-Dade County and MSC Group,Shipment of Humanitarian Supplies for Residents of The Bahamas Affected by Hurricane Dorian

MIAMI — Miami-Dade County and MSC Group, one of the world’s leading container shipping and logistics conglomerates as well as the parent company of MSC Cruises, in collaboration with PortMiami and other maritime partners are assisting the people of The Bahamas with humanitarian aid, including a shipment of over 200 gas generators, tarps, cords, water, canopies and gas cans, among other items of necessity for the victims of Hurricane Dorian.

The City of Miramar Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Exciting Events for the Entire Family

MIRAMAR, FL  – According the latest census, Hispanics make up over 37% of the Miramar population and a third of the City of Miramar’s Hispanic residents are native born. The Hispanic culture and music is alive and on display and the City is proud to share the many activities and events planned for Hispanic Heritage month to celebrate with all residents September 15th through October 15th.

A Special Gathering – Miss Lou Centenary Floral Tribute

Please see below photos and their captions regarding the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) hosting of A Special Gathering, a floral tribute in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Dr. the Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley, Miss Lou on Saturday, September 7 at the National Heroes Park in Kingston.

The Hon. Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport lays a floral arrangement on the shrine of Dr. the Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley, Miss Lou, during A Special Gathering, a floral tribute in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of this beloved cultural icon. The celebratory event was held on Miss Lou’s Birthday, September 7 at the National Heroes Park in Kingston.

City of Miami Partners with Global Center on Adaptation to Open First U.S. Office in Miami

Miami, FL - Today, the City of Miami and Dutch government officials finalized an agreement that will bring the Netherlands-based Global Center on Adaptation’s (GCA) first U.S. office to Miami. Dutch Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Cora van Nieuwenhuizen joined Mayor Francis Suarez in Miami to sign the joint declaration. The GCA’s new Miami regional office will join branch offices that opened in the Dutch cities of Rotterdam and Groningen last year.

Bahamas Relief Efforts from FPL

Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) provides more than 35,000 gallons of water to aid the Bahamian people after a news conference held at the company’s Command Center in Riviera Beach, Fla., Sept. 10, 2019. In addition to the water, the company’s foundation donated $100,000 to the Red Cross to aid the Bahamas and will match dollar-for-dollar all donations made by employees. Photo credit: Tom Winter for FPL. 

Caribbean Radio Shows Move to 1210 the Man, September 7

Miami, FL - Beginning on Saturday, September 7, Caribbean Saturdays will be aired on WNMA 1210 AM, The Man from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The popular block of radio programs, targeting South Florida's Caribbean community will no longer be aired on WZAB 880 AM due to the sale of the station.   

Help the Bahamas

Donations are being accepted at several Miami-Dade County locations to assist with Hurricane Dorian recovery efforts in the Bahamas.

Consul-General of the Bahamas in Miami Linda Mackey and Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez
Caribbean Today Logo

Contact Us

9020 Sw 152nd St
Palmetto Bay, Florida 33157-1928, US
  (305) 238-2868