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Margate Crime Blotter: Police Investigate Shooting, Auto Theft in Busy Week
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between June 16 and June 22, 2026.
Margate’s Centennial Park Set for $2.3 Million Makeover
Margate residents will see a redeveloped Centennial Park.
Monarch High School Wide Receiver Sanjae Fisher Makes College Pick
Monarch High School standout wide receiver Sanjay Fisher has announced his commitment to play college football at the University of North Carolina …
Broward County Animal Care Waives Adoption Fees for Two Deserving Dogs
Broward County Animal Care is highlighting two dogs available for adoption: Dharma, a friendly 3-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix, and Mama, a …
Margate Gears Up for a Full Day of Fourth of July Fun and Fireworks
Margate residents can celebrate Independence Day with a full day of patriotic festivities on Saturday, July 4, featuring a parade, pool party, …
Doc Reno’s WingsFest Brings Musicians and Chicken Wing Lovers Together
A retired Tamarac Fire Chief and now the drummer for the R Train Band, Annese performed on June 20 at Doc Reno’s …
91-Year-Old Woman Arrested in Margate Hate Crime BB Gun Case
A 91-year-old former Margate resident was arrested after police discovered an active warrant tied to a 2025 hate crime case in which …
Café Sol marked its official opening in Margate with a ribbon-cutting on June 19.
Robert Rockwell, a longtime ham radio operator, was among those honored during the June 17 Margate commission meeting.
Two Teens Arrested After 100 MPH Multi-City Chase Across Broward
Two teens were arrested after Margate Police and BSO Aviation tracked them through a multi-city Broward chase involving two vehicles before they …
Margate Crime Blotter: Domestic Battery by Strangulation Arrest
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between June 9 and June 15, 2026.
Wingfest 2026 to Bring Live Music, Food and Family Fun to Margate While Supporting Childhood Cancer Families
Wing lovers and music fans are invited to the Margate Sports Complex on Saturday, June 20, for Doc Reno’s Wingfest 2026, a …
Margate Gears Up for a Full Day of Fourth of July Fun and Fireworks
Margate residents can celebrate Independence Day with a full day of patriotic festivities on Saturday, July 4, featuring a parade, pool party, …
Margate Police Search for Missing, Endangered 15-Year-Old Girl
Margate police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered 15-year-old girl who left her home after a …
Margate Police Arrest Man Caught Masturbating Near 11-Year-Old on Broward County Bus
A Pompano Beach man was arrested after Margate police say he engaged in a lewd act near an 11-year-old girl aboard a …
Blossom and Suki: Looking for Forever Homes at Broward County Animal Care
Two affectionate pets at Broward County Animal Care are searching for permanent homes and are ready to meet potential adopters.
Margate Commission Candidates Qualify for 2026 Election
Margate residents have a large pool of candidates to choose from for Seats Three and Five.
Margate Crime Blotter: Police Investigate $16,000 Fraud and $26,000 Theft
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between June 2 and June 8, 2026.
“If You See It, Report It’: Animal Advocates Push to End Dog Fighting
Animal welfare advocates will host a public presentation in Fort Lauderdale this week to raise awareness about dogfighting and encourage residents to …
Margate Commission Sets Preliminary Fire Assessment Rate
Margate homeowners can expect to pay $305 per year for fire rescue services, according to a preliminary assessment rate set by the …
Margate Could Lose $14 Million if Property Tax Amendment Is Approved
On November 3, Florida voters will choose whether to approve an amendment to greatly reduce taxes on homesteaded properties.
Margate Police Arrest Woman Wanted in Puerto Rico Child Kidnapping Case
Margate Police arrested a woman wanted in Puerto Rico on child kidnapping and custody deprivation charges after authorities say she took her …
Margate to Celebrate America’s 250th With Parade, Fireworks and Family Fun
The City of Margate will celebrate Independence Day with a full day of activities on July 4, featuring a parade, pool party, …
School Security Guard Arrested After Allegedly Pointing Rifle at Driver
A Lubavitch Hebrew Academy security guard was arrested after investigators said he drew a rifle at a driver during a heated confrontation …
Margate Commission Approves Funding for National Night Out
Margate Police are preparing to host their annual National Night Out event on August 4 at the Sports Complex
Margate Commission Agrees to Participate in County Waste Disposal Agreement
Margate will join the county waste program.
Man Accused of Running Over Girlfriend with U-Haul After Fight Over Gas Money
A Margate man is accused of running over his girlfriend with a U-Haul after a fight over gas money, according to police.
Margate Crime Blotter: Police Investigate Elder Exploitation Case, Multiple Aggravated Assaults
The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between May 26 and June 1, 2026.
Math and Science Schools Students Honored by Margate Commission
Logan Rudnick is an outstanding student who was the valedictorian of his eighth-grade class with a 4.0 grade point average at Broward …


