Let me begin by saying that we are a small city but one with a very large heart. A heart and fervor that has been carried on through the athletic efforts of our young football players from the inception of our football program. The game of football is one we play with lots of passion, [...]
From The Fire Department • While waiting for the bus, take five giant steps back from the curb until the bus has stopped completely. • Inside the bus, stay seated at all times. • Keep head, arms and hands inside the bus. Never throw anything out of the bus window. • Always hold on to [...]
From the Parks and Recreation Department On Saturday, August 18, 2012, the City of West Park held its annual Back-to- School Giveaway Event at Mary Saunders Park. Over 600 backpacks filled with school supplies were given out to children in the community. Also as a part of the event, City employee and Sheridan Vocational School [...]
A senior from Broward County is rushed to the emergency room because she mixed medications that are contra-indicated. Another bounced around from specialist to specialist, undergoing duplicate tests and procedures. All of this could be avoided. More than 100 studies document the critical role primary care physicians (PCPs) play in patient care. PCPs can be [...]
As you prepare for this year’s hurricane season, there may be something important you’ve missed. Do you have the Poison Control Hotline programmed into your cell phone? Storms and other natural disasters frequently lead to injuries, including poisonings. Storm-related poisonings can include carbon monoxide exposure (from generators used improperly), medication mistakes, child poisonings, snake or [...]
West Park residents, I hope that you have had an enjoyable summer! WELCOME BACK to a new school year! This is always a very exciting time for students, parents and educators. This time of year carries a great deal of expectations for me also. The opening of a new school year reenforces my belief that [...]
Jeep fans have been clamoring for the 2012 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon for years; it’s a stretched version of the iconic off-road vehicle that holds on to the legendary capabilities and functionality. Just don’t judge the Rubicon by its performance on a smooth, paved road; that’s not its primary purpose. The Rubicon is made for rugged [...]
Ford Motor Company sent one of its top executives to Miami on Sept. 18 to introduce the all-new 2013 Fusion Hybrid, a vehicle with exceptional fuel economy and crisp design cues, and one that the company says will be the standard for future models across the Ford product line. The new Fusion made its debut [...]
The City of West Park has established a period of Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty that would address the back-log of liens on record/daily fines accruing and sought to provide relief to the property owners. Also, this Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty Program will be beneficial in achieving the goal of [...]
October is the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in women. In 2008 some 1,380,000 million new cases and 458,000 deaths were reported worldwide. The number f people being diagnosed with breast cancer is increasing, but the good news is survival rates are improving. This is probably [...]
Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are a great convenience, but they can compromise your safety. A motivated criminal only has to keep watch on an ATM for a short time to scope out the availability of a potential victim. As consumers, I remind you to always be cautious of your surroundings and conduct your business only [...]
On September 19, 2012 at the City Commission meeting, the Mayor and Commission members presented ceremonial checks to scholarship award recipients: Jamon Simmons- Davenport, currently attending Florida International University, and Ashley Henderson, currently attending Florida Memorial University. Both students are residents of the City and were each recommended by the Education Advisory Committee for a [...]
Each year Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President [...]
This summer sure passed quickly . Despite the hot and humid days, all enjoyed some wonderful sunshine, relaxing days at the beach, and lush green lawns. None of us welcomed the arrival of “Isaac”, the late August storm which threatened our coast. First and foremost, we should all be thankful that no major damage was [...]
