During the November 25 meeting, the commission voted to appoint Antonio Arserio as the mayor and Anthony Caggiano as vice mayor.
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David Volz has worked as a writer in South Florida for 35 years. He has written for the Sun-Sentinel, Hollywood Gazette, School Transportation News, South Dade News Leaders, Observer among others. He has an MA in Communications from Florida Atlantic University and a BA in Communications from Valparaiso University. Volz teaches Communications at Miami Dade College and Palm Beach State College. He lives in Coral Springs and enjoys running and participating in 5Ks and half-marathons.
Margate Fair Brings Big Thrills and Fun for Everyone
The Margate Fair will open on the evening of November 21 and run through December 7 at 1000 State Road 7.
Margate residents will see improvements to city medians.
Margate Middle School Student Honored at Commission Meeting
Ashley Terron, an eighth-grade student at Margate Middle School, was honored as Student of the Month
Margate’s ‘Bark in the Park’ Brings Dog Lovers and Families Together
Dog lovers got together at Firefighters Park to enjoy the first Bark in the Park on November 8.
Margate Commission Approves Development Agreement for Mixed-Use Project
A new apartment complex will be coming to Margate.
Margate Commission Approves Ordinances to Allow for Lakes of Carolina Development
Following a long, contentious meeting that lasted until early morning on November 6, the commission approved ordinances to allow Lakes of Carolina …
Margate Celebrates Its Canine Companions at First ‘Bark in the Park’
The dogs of Margate will have an event just for them on Saturday morning, November 8, from 9 a.m. to noon at …
Margate Comes Together for a Family-Friendly Trunk or Treat
Margate families who wanted a safe trick-or-treating experience for their children participated in Trunk or Treat at City Hall on the evening …
Residents to Protest Margate Commission Vote on Carolina Golf Club Redevelopment, Citing Toxic Soil Concerns
A group of residents in the Fairway Estates Homeowners’ Association is planning a protest at the November 5 Margate meeting….
Chris Guthrie and his father, Herman Goodrich, celebrated the new location of their business, C & H Auto Accessories, with a ribbon-cutting …
The Margate Fall Festival brought many people together to enjoy a fun evening at the Sports Complex on October 25.
Margate Approves Funding for Victim Advocate and Advances Park Revamp Plans
Margate will soon have a full-time victim advocate position.
Margate Advanced Life Support Team Wins at International Competition
The Margate Fire Department Advanced Life Support (ALS) team earned first place overall for the non-critical patient scenario at the recent World …
Margate Pays Tribute to Beloved Therapy Dog Coco
Margate honored Coco, a therapy dog who died after being a loyal friend in the community for 14 years.
New Kiddie Care Preschool Brings Play and Learning to Margate
Kiddie Care Preschool celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting and social event on October 10, attended by city leaders.
Planning and Zoning Board Recommends Approval for Lakes of Carolina Land Use Plan
A new development, once the site of the Carolina Golf Club, is one step closer to becoming a reality.
Margate Gears Up for a Season of Smiles at the Annual Fair
The Fair at Margate will take place again starting in late November.
New Owner Brings Fresh Vision to Margate’s Senior Day Care
A senior day care in Margate has a new owner and a new name.
Commissioner Caggiano Named Vice Chair of Broward County Water Advisory Board
Commissioner Anthony Caggiano has been named Vice Chair of the Broward County Water Advisory Board after being nominated and elected by the …
Margate Gears Up for a Night of Fun at the Fall Festival
Mayor Arlene Schwartz is looking forward to the upcoming Fall Festival.
Margate Police Department Receives Grant and City Workers Receive Pay Increases
The Margate Police Department has received additional funding.
Cocogate Project Could Bring New Mixed-Use Vision to Margate
A new mixed-use development may be coming to Margate.
Vice Mayor Arserio Proposes Added Security at Margate Commission Meetings
Vice Mayor Antonio Arserio brought up the question of enhanced safety during meetings at the September 17 meeting.
The commission approved the millage rate for the city during a final budget hearing on September 17.
Thirty Years Strong and Still Loving the Job in Margate
Stephen Mauricette, an equipment operator, was honored for 30 years of service to Margate during the September 17 meeting.
Ember the Four-Legged Firefighter Winning Hearts While Easing Stress
One of the most loved and admired members of the Margate fire department is not human; she is Ember, the therapy dog.
Resolution Near for Former Carolina Golf Club as Developer and Residents Reach Agreement
After years of conflict between a developer and residents around the former Carolina Golf Club, a resolution may be close.
9/11 Still Unites Communities Through Courage and Remembrance
Sal D’Angelo will never forget the morning of 9/11/2001. He was a member of the Fire Department of the City of New …
Margate Board to Review Developer’s Plans for Old Golf Club
Residents living near the old Carolina Golf Club are invited to attend the Margate Planning and Zoning Board meeting on September 11


