his wife in critical condition after an incident Sunday with their four children in their home
deputies responded to a 911 call about 4:35 p.m
after neighbors went to the home on Hardee Street after hearing a woman screaming for help
They saw the couple on the ground and had the couple's daughter report the incident
The caller said a woman was covered in blood and bleeding from her stomach
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Responding deputies said they arrived at the home
where they found the 34-year-old man lying face down on the ground near a shed with a gunshot wound to his head
Deputies walked farther onto the property where they found his wife
The sheriff's public information office said the husband shot his wife before turning the gun on himself
Responders took her as a trauma alert to NCH Downtown
She was in critical condition Sunday night
and the sheriff's office said they would not update her condition because of privacy laws
The Florida Department of Children and Families responded to assist the children
A dispute over the alleged theft of cocaine led to the Naples Manor murder of 20-year-old Emily Ruiz
faces charges of second-degree murder with a firearm and tampering with evidence in a criminal proceeding
According to an arrest affidavit from the Collier County Sheriff's Office
sheriff's deputies responded to the 5300 block of Texas Avenue around 12:45 a.m
Ruiz lay on the ground in the front yard of a home with a gunshot wound and died at Physicians Regional Medical Center in Naples
authorities said they received an anonymous tip regarding a potential shooting witness
Sheriff's deputies on Thursday reviewed security footage from throughout the neighborhood and noticed a second individual accompanied Garcia-Castro at the time of the killing
The report identifies the individual accompanying Garcia- Castro as "Witness #1" and does not name him
Ruiz received a text message from the witness
which indicated he was walking toward her residence prior to the shooting
A 19-second phone call from the witness followed the text message
The phone call came in about two minutes before the sound of a single gunshot
The report does not detail the topic of that phone call
Garcia-Castro and the witness fled on foot
Gael Garcia-Castro said he only tried 'to scare' Emily RuizThe witness told authorities he walked with Garcia-Castro to Ruiz's home to borrow her car
The witness said that as he ran with Garcia-Castro after the shooting
Garcia-Castro said he only tried "to scare" Ruiz
Garcia-Castro said Ruiz stealing cocaine to resell the drugs
Authorities said Garcia-Castro turned himself in at the Naples Jail Center on Saturday afternoon
he said he and the witness had walked to Ruiz's home after she agreed to drive them to get food
Ruiz gave her car keys to the witness while she began to walk back into her home
The report indicates Garcia-Castro pointed the firearm at Ruiz several times before he pulled the trigger
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The report does not indicate where the bullet struck Ruiz
Authorities said neither the witness nor Garcia-Castro rendered aid nor called for help
The report states the pair ran to the witness' home
Garcia-Castro is next due in court March 24 for his arraignment
It remains unclear if the witness faces charges
— An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of 20-year-old Emilly Ruiz in Naples Manor
and newly released arrest records are shedding light on a possible motive
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office said Gael Garcia-Castro
He is charged with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence
WATCH TO HEAR FROM A NEIGHBOR WHO KNEW THE SUSPECT AND THE VICTIM:
Ruiz was fatally shot in front of her home on Feb
26 and deputies had not made an arrest until days later
Castro and a witness told detectives they were upset with Ruiz
stating that she had stolen cocaine from Castro
a family member of Ruiz disputes that and says she was never involved with drugs
more people added to a growing memorial which stands at the site where the shooting happened
“I was actually outside an hour before it happened
a neighbor who lives a few houses away and said he heard the gunfire that night
"I usually have a late-night snack and watch YouTube before bed
Authorities said the suspect remained on the run for three days
sparking an investigation near two local schools
Rubio said he was shocked to recognize the suspect
"It’s actually even more sad because I know the guy," Rubio said
and he used to be close friends with my brothers
He’s somebody that we used to have around our homes
Garcia-Castro turned himself in and was booked into the Naples Jail Center on a $100,000 bond
His next court hearing is set for March 24
A man was arrested in connection to the murder of a Naples woman who was shot and killed Wednesday
Wednesday at the intersection of Texas Avenue and Mitchell Street in South Naples
according to the Collier County Sheriff's Office
Ruiz was pronounced deceased shortly after being transported to the hospital
Driver injures 2 women in Naples Manor crash; photo released of suspect
was arrested on Saturday and is being charged with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence
Garcia-Castro and Ruiz were known to each other and the shooting was not random
this was an isolated incident with no threat to the public
A little over a day after two women were injured in Naples Manor
authorities have released footage of the driver believed to have been behind the wheel at the time of the crash
according to a Florida Highway Patrol news release
Troopers reported the sedan was traveling north on Texas Avenue while the two women walked on the sidewalk west side of Texas Avenue
between Jennings Street and Mitchell Street
entered the sidewalk and collided with both pedestrians
Fatal crash arrest: Miami man dies in 5-car crash in Naples; driver fleeing police
with assistance from the Collier County Sheriffs Office
located and impounded the suspected hit-and-run car with no license plate at a residence off of Holland Street
Security footage provided by troopers shows the suspect exiting the car moments before the crash
— Florida Highway Patrol is searching for a hit-and-run suspect who seriously injured two women on New Year's morning in the Naples Manor neighborhood of Collier County
the suspect and a passenger fled the scene after striking the women
The incident occurred on Texas Avenue between Jennings Street and Mitchell Street
was behind the wheel of a black Buick when he allegedly veered off the road and onto the sidewalk
A 65-year-old woman and a 47-year-old woman were both struck and transported to the hospital with serious injuries
FHP is asking for help identifying the driver and the passenger in the vehicle
Authorities released video footage showing the suspect and the car involved
was abandoned a few blocks away on Holland Street after the crash
Everybody should be aware of their surroundings," said Gerardo Valdez
said that while accidents are rare in the neighborhood
"Every day I walk in this area just going to the park
You should watch who’s on the road and drive carefully," Valdez added
Other neighbors described the chaotic scene as the two women lay on the ground bleeding
They wished the victims a speedy recovery but did not wish to speak on camera
FHP urges anyone with information about the driver or the incident to come forward
Fla — One person is dead and one person is injured after a shooting in Naples Manor
deputies said they responded to shots fired at a home on Hardee Street
A Cape Coral man faces charges in Collier County
accused of impersonating a Central Intelligence Agency officer
faces charges of false personation of officials and drug possession due to pills he did not have a prescription for
troopers observed a 2018 Ford pickup registered to the front-right passenger
with flashing red and blue emergency lights
Hit-and-run search: Troopers search for driver after two women seriously injured in Naples Manor
Alfonso identified himself as being with the CIA
passports and fake federal agent badges for the CIA and other agencies
Troopers arrested Alfonso and impounded his pickup
If these mug shots don't give you a reason to stay off drugs
The Collier County Sheriff's Office executed a search warrant at a Naples Manor residence yesterday and broke up quite the party
Florida it has an estimated market value of $335,000
detectives recovered illicit narcotics including fentanyl
Although the report stated more than a dozen people were there when cops showed up
The rest were probably in the bathroom furiously flushing the toilet
“With these arrests, our hardworking and dedicated detectives and deputies continue to send a message that fentanyl and other dangerous drugs and those who traffic it are not welcome in Collier County,” Sheriff Kevin Rambosk said
I've heard of people taking fentanyl with stimulants so they stay awake rather than just nodding off
is even more dangerous than just taking one
is that smeared eye makeup or did she apply some kind of war paint before heading down to Carlton Street
Flagg actually looks pretty straight in this picture
high-paying remote jobs out there right now
the good news is that there are more options today than there were in the past
many companies discovered that employing remote workers had benefits to them
including savings in infrastructure and other costs
Many workers discovered that it fit their lifestyles and personalities
it's a win-win for a certain segment of the population
Before we get into those in-demand, high-paying remote jobs, let's look at some companies that are actively hiring remote workers. The experts at Forbes.com have a new feature out highlighting some companies that are looking for remote workers right now
which they describe as "an AI-powered DevSecOps platform that allows software developers to collaborate and deliver projects with full compliance and security." They add that GitLab currently has more than 100 remote job openings available in a variety of departments
Another big one on Forbes.com's tally is Buffer at No
Buffer is a social media marketing software company
they're "actively seeking to add to their remote team with roles for a senior front-end and senior back-end engineer." Other choice companies include Automattic
A separate Forbes.com article also cites Canonical
Veeva and Invisible Technologies as companies hiring remote workers
but you might be working with a company that you're not familiar with yet
Did you know that reviewing documents can make big bucks? According to CNBC.com
being a document reviewer can pay an average salary of $123,427
They also say it's one of the most in-demand remote jobs of the moment
A document reviewer is a remote job possibility
A different Forbes.com article says software engineers are an in-demand
"Software engineers are the backbone of fintechs," they explain
"and plays a crucial role in developing software for financial solutions
being the brains behind innovative financial products including emerging spaces such as blockchain and AI
and developing and integrating APIs while ensuring the products are compliant with financial regulations and are optimized for security."
The experts at Money.USNews.com have web developer as an in-demand remote job
They note that the education required is a bachelor's degree
troubleshoot and create websites to ensure they’re effective for business
education or whatever service they provide," they state
A web developer as an in-demand remote job
The same Money.USNews.com article says their pick for the best remote job is financial manager
"They keep an eye on the finances of an organization and make reports on financial activity," they note
There are other jobs in the financial sector that are also great for remote workers
such as being an accountant or financial planner
One hot job for remote talent, according to Forbes.com
"Content writers create written content for various platforms such as websites
with the goal of making sales and increasing brand awareness," they explain
Believe it or not, being a general physician can be a great remote job. According to Insider Money (via MSN.com)
general physicians make around $110 per hour
"A remote general physician provides medical care to patients via telecommunications technologies
and treatment recommendations remotely," they explain
A general physician is a remote job possibility
Forbes.com notes that being an editor is a good remote gig
"Remote editors work for magazines and journals
and they review and sometimes revise content to ensure accuracy and that the correct writing style is adhered to," they explain
They add that editors also make sure that "content meets publication guidelines."
An editor is an in-demand job that can be remote
If you're good with social media and have the professional history to prove it, being a social media manager could be a great remote role for you. According to CNBC.com
the average social media manager makes $81,329 annually
you have to keep up with all of the latest social media trends
A social media manager is a good remote job possibility
Many tech companies hire remote workers. For one, many of them are startups, so they don't want to spend money on the infrastructure of having people in an office. But, in general, tech jobs line up very well with remote work. According to Tech.co
Tech jobs are a good job possibility for remote workers
A Naples man faces several charges after three people were shot during a dispute involving a large gathering
faces four counts — three counts of aggravated battery and one count of aggravated assault
Collier County deputies received a call for an altercation near the intersection of Sholtz Street and Georgia Avenue
Authorities said a fight broke out in the gathering of more than 20 people
According to an arrest report from the Collier County Sheriff's Office
deputies found two victims had been shot — both in the lower back
They later received a call from Physicians Regional Medical Center
alerting a third victim had a bullet fragment lodged in his lower left hamstring and was also grazed by a bullet on his right leg
That victim said he didn't know or see the shooter
One of the other victims said he drove to the area of Sholtz Street to help his brother
and told the sibling he was going to shoot him
The victim said he then heard several gunshots and began running
New charges: Ex-wife charged linked to Naples man, girlfriend's June shooting.
Martinez is next due in court June 10 for his arraignment
The sheriff's office received at least four calls detailing the Sunday night encounter
The first caller said she continuously saw cars arrive down the street
She indicated she could see the individuals fight
but I don't know what they're doing," the caller said
A second caller said a group individuals were fighting and blocking Sholtz Street
please hurry up!" the caller suddenly screamed
A male caller reported about 30 people had gathered by the time he heard six gunshots
who lived on a different street and heard the gunshots
seemed surprised when the dispatcher corrected him on the shooting location
Tomas Rodriguez is a Breaking/Live News Reporter for the Naples Daily News and The News-Press. You can reach Tomas at TRodriguez@gannett.com or 772-333-5501. Connect with him on Threads @tomasfrobeltran, Instagram @tomasfrobeltran and Facebook @tomasrodrigueznews
A bicyclist is dead after authorities say a driver attempting to change lanes fatally struck him
according to a Florida Highway Patrol incident report
was traveling west on the right lane of U.S
was traveling east on the westbound bicycle lane
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Authorities said the driver attempted to change lanes onto the right turn lane when the front right of the SUV struck the bicyclist
The bicyclist is one of at least 29 fatalities stemming from Collier County crashes
— Collier County deputies arrested the suspected shooter of Sunday night’s triple shooting in Naples Manor
deputies say a fight involving more than 20 people broke out
That’s when the sheriff’s office says 21-year-old Jonathan Martinez shot three people
but the extent of their injuries is not clear
Investigators were able to look at video of the fight
interview witnesses and victims and collect evidence
which led them to believe Martinez was the shooter
Deputies found Martinez at his home on Georgia Avenue Monday night
He is facing several felony charges including three counts of aggravated battery and one count of aggravated assault for allegedly threatening a victim with a gun
Martinez is currently in the Collier County Jail
whose resume includes positions in libraries in Rockland and Westchester counties
has been appointed director of the Briarcliff Manor Public Library
Naples starts the $105,000-a-year position in July
including roles as adult/young adult librarian at the Katonah Village Library
head of adult services at the Nanuet Public Library
and teen and children’s librarian at the Nyack Library
Naples’ leadership in these roles has demonstrated her ability to manage diverse teams
Naples holds a master of science in Library and Information Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
where she received the Robert Goldhor Award for Public Librarianship
“The library is an essential part of the community,” Naples stated
“I will work hard to ensure that we will meet a high standard of excellence and continue to stay relevant in serving the needs of the residents of Briarcliff Manor.”
whose $759,072 budget for fiscal year 2024/25 is primarily funded through the village
president of the Briarcliff Manor Public Library Board of Trustees
and commitment to fostering a collaborative environment align perfectly with our goals,” Casper stated
“We are confident that Kim will lead our library to new heights and continue to provide exceptional services to our patrons.”
Briarcliff Manor Village Manager Josh Ringel shared his support for the new director
“Kim Naples’ experience and passion for librarianship make her an excellent fit for our community,” Ringel stated
“I look forward to working closely with her to enhance our library services and ensure that the Briarcliff Manor Public Library remains a vital resource for all residents.”
Village officials called Naples’ appointment “a transformative moment for the Briarcliff Manor Public Library
Her leadership and innovative approach are poised to enhance our services and fortify our commitment to being a dynamic center for community engagement and learning
Kim’s vision will undoubtedly drive the library’s growth and ensure it continues to be a cherished resource for the community.”
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The Naples Daily News is monitoring the weather today in Collier County
Note to reader: The most current information regarding Collier weather, alerts, and closures can be found HERE
A severe flood warning is in effect for Collier County until 8 a.m
Slow moving thunderstorms are casuing very heavy rainfall around the area
streams,and other low-lying flood-prone environments
Look out for extreme flash floods throughout the night
Roads around the area may be closed due to flooding
Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water
These are the areas that will experience flooding:
What's the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning?A flood watch is issued when flooding might happen
A flood warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring
Collier County is under a flood watch until Friday evening
but there's also a flood warning currently in place
The flood warning expires tomorrow morning
More rain is expected tonight and Thursday, according to the latest National Weather Service forecast for Collier County
Showers and thunderstorms are likely after 10 p.m
tonight and could bring 1-2 inches of rain
while an 80% chance of rain Thursday could bring an additional one to two inches of precipitation
A flood advisory is in effect for Collier County until 8 p.m
Locations expected to experience flooding include:
Much of Barfield Drive on Marco Island was underwater Wednesday afternoon
the National Weather Service in Miami issued a Special Weather Statement for Collier County
NWS meteorologists were tracking a strong radar-indicated thunderstorm 7 miles west of Loop Road Ee Center
The storm could bring winds in excess of 40 mph and gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects
As of 4 p.m., Trade Center Way and Shirley Street at Pine Ridge Road are closed due to flooding from heavy rains, the Collier County Sheriff's Office reported
A flash flood warning for southeastern Collier County has been extended until 5:45 p.m
According to the National Weather Service in Miami
Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area
Between 3 and 5 inches of rain have fallen
Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are possible in the warned area
Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly
Big Cypress National Preserve is expected to experience flash flooding
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for East Central Collier County
There's been three to five inches of rain so far with an expected rainfall rate of four to six inches in one hour
There's a flood advisory in effect for Collier County until 2 p.m
Collier has gotten between two and three inches of rain today and forecasters expect an additional one to three inches today
The additional rain will result in minor flooding
There was a "radar confirmed" tornado at the section of Alligator Alley near the Miccosukee Service Plaza earlier today
What areas of Collier may experience flooding today?NaplesGolden Gate EstatesVineyardsGolden GateNorth NaplesNaples ParkWest Toll Gate on Alligator AlleyEast NaplesQuail Creek EstatePelican BayHow many inches of rain did Naples get yesterday?According to the National Weather Service
Naples had 3.9 inches of rain on Tuesday June 11
This amount of rain sets a new record for daily maximum rainfall in the city
The previous record was set in 2005 with 2.8 inches
Coastal Collier County is under a flood watch until midnight on Friday June 14
More: Weather Words: 10 creative ways we've heard experts describe all of this rain in Florida
A Naples woman faces several charges after authorities say she stabbed her boyfriend during a domestic incident in Golden Gate on Tuesday
which involved a phone call from his child's mother
faces aggravated battery and criminal mischief charges
The Collier County Sheriff's Office said detectives canvassed the neighborhood for possible camera footage of the incident
The footage revealed Foresyth brandished a knife during an altercation with the victim
in which she slashes a tire on his vehicle
detectives determined Foresyth stabbed the victim in his leg
The arrest report says the boyfriend had three puncture wounds
He was taken to Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers
she said the victim came to visit her while she worked from home
and that he came inside for about 30 minutes
She said her boyfriend stepped outside when she heard "what sounded like his tire popping" in his vehicle
Foresyth said she then heard a "thud" at the front door and found him bleeding on the ground
She told deputies she didn't see the suspect "and only relayed the information" her boyfriend gave her
Three wounded: Naples man faces aggravated battery, aggravated assault charges after Naples Manor shooting
When deputies took Foresyth into custody for questioning
Foresyth told authorities her boyfriend came to visit and brought Mother's Day flowers
adding that the pair has been dating since October
the victim received a call from his child's mother
Foresyth said that during the argument her boyfriend struck her in the head
causing a contusion on her forehead before she got upset and grabbed a kitchen knife
Foresyth said her boyfriend became upset and pushed her face into the grass from behind
later adding her boyfriend was trying to strangle her
Foresyth said she then stabbed her boyfriend in self-defense
She later told authorities she put the knife back in the kitchen after she said it had no blood on it
She said she then took a shower and left her clothes in the garage
Foresyth is next due in court June 10 for her arraignment
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a Collier County elementary school teacher and soccer coach was arrested on charges of child sexual assault.
Hector Manley admitted last month to 20 charges of child molestation at Parkside Elementary School in Naples Manor
Collier County Public Schools said in response to a parent’s lawsuit that it had no way of knowing Manley was abusing children before his arrest nor could it have stopped him
But as the Naples Daily News / The News-Press began investigating
we found that three months before Manley’s arrest
a girl reported him for molesting her friend
according to testimony given to investigators.
In the three months between the girl’s report and Manley’s arrest
he continued to abuse his students and started molesting three more.
Here are quick facts about the case, and you can read the full investigation here.
Manley was charged with 23 counts of abuse of a child under 12
he pleaded no contest to 20 counts of molestation of a child under 12 in exchange for the prosecution dropping the three sexual battery charges against him
How long did the abuse go on?Manley abused students from his first day on the job in August 2015
He abused children up until the date of his arrest: March 1
Children told investigators and child advocates that he abused them in the classroom during lessons
in his car and in their homes while he tutored them
What did this investigation show?An analysis of sworn statements made to investigators shows six teachers
tutors and administrators received the girl’s report about Manley’s behavior three months before his arrest.
But the district alleges in a response to a civil suit by the parent of one of Manley’s survivors that it couldn’t have known about Manley’s “propensities” before his arrest date
Key dates in Hector Manley case: A timeline of Hector Manley's sex crimes against Parkside Elementary students in Florida
Data: Hector Manley's survivor count is Florida's second-highest in recent history
Federal Title IX policy: After Hector Manley: Here's the federal policy that could help keep Florida schoolchildren safe
National and state sexual misconduct experts say the administration’s failures to follow up on the girl’s report
as well as other reports of Manley’s favoritism and inappropriate behavior with students
are signs that people who worked at Parkside weren’t appropriately trained in spotting grooming or sexual abuse.
the district has declined to say whether any changes have been made in response to Manley’s abuse
It’s not clear if teachers or students are now being trained on spotting grooming behaviors in other adults or reporting sexual abuse
and the district has said it will not investigate the circumstances that allowed Manley to abuse children. The district says it has turned the matter over to law enforcement
Experts we spoke with recommended the Collier County Public School Board conduct an investigation into the circumstances that allowed Manley’s abuse to go on for nearly four school years at Parkside.
Parents can ask that Collier County Public Schools train teachers and children to spot and report grooming and sexual abuse
Parents also can talk to their children about how to identify and report sexual abuse of themselves or others.
Stacey Honowitz, an assistant state attorney in the Sex Crimes and Child Abuse Unit for the 17th Judicial Circuit of Florida
recommends parents and teachers educate children about their body parts using plain language such as “penis,” “breasts” and “vagina” so they feel no shame in reporting inappropriate attention from another person.
The Florida Department of Children and Families has an abuse hotline you can call to report abuse at 1-800-962-2873. You can also report abuse online at reportabuse.dcf.state.fl.us/
To file a report with the Collier County Sheriff’s Office call 239-252-9300 or 911 if it is an emergency
Previous coverage: Collier school officials defend district's handling of Hector Manley child molestation case
'You tainted my life': Collier County teacher Hector Manley guilty of molesting 20 children
Lawsuit: Collier school board, Parkside Elementary mishandled claims of sex abuse by ex-teacher
And: Former Parkside Elementary School teacher pleads not guilty to additional molestation and sexual battery charges
Kate Cimini is an investigative journalist covering Florida. Share your story at (239) 207-9369 or email kcimini@gannett.com.
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Naples' oldest African American baptist church has found a new pastor
In 2022, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church grieved the death of their pastor, Lonnie Mills
The church has been without a pastor since
He will be the youngest black pastor in the area
"The acknowledgement is humbling to say the least
it affirms the word of God − that He can use anyone regardless of age or any other notion to do the work of ministry wholeheartedly and effectively," Simons said in an email
Florida knowing early in life he was destined to serve
According to his biography provided by the church
he received Jesus Christ as his personal savior when he was 12
Simons preached his first service at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church in Arcadia
Simons served as an associate pastor for Life Changing Experiences Baptist Church in Port Charlotte
"I’m proud to be connecting with a church that is well established and respected in the community
I feel blessed and grateful to have the opportunity to share the Good News and impact lives from a new ministry perspective," Simons said
As Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church transitions from interim leadership to a permanent pastor
members of the church are adjusting to Simons's rhetoric
Frank Walker III has been attending the church since 1996 and currently serves as the Program Ministry Director & Deacons Ministry
More: A visit with Pastor Lonnie Mills and his family in photos
"[Compared to late Pastor Mills]I think the biggest difference is the style in which he is introducing himself and plans for the ministry," Walker said
"He is taking his time and very methodical in how he proceeds."
Another member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church
She serves as the church clerk and interim finance secretary
she wrote about the struggles during the church's period without a pastor
"Since the death of our beloved Pastor Mills on March 17
our church struggled with maintaining his vision
At the time we had only two elderly deacons that were not able to led the church as ordained by our bylaws," Whitaker said
she took on a leadership role to assist members
Florida preached nearly every Sunday and Whitaker created a close community to help the church uphold their bylaws
a good Pastor is ordained and sent by God," Whitaker said
Simons is currently preparing for his inaugural service that happens to take place on Easter Sunday
He plans to keep the resurrection of Jesus Christ at the center of his service
the main thing − The Resurrection of Jesus equating to the free gift of Salvation for all who believe
It is a new journey for both pastor and people
so there has been much prayer for God’s blessings and guidance
I’m looking forward to connecting with members and friends of the Naples community," Simons said
Nearly one month after a Naples man was shot nine times in the chest
the State Attorney's Office upgraded the charges against the suspected shooter
On Monday, the State Attorney's Office notified the Collier County Sheriff's Office that prosecutors upgraded the charge against Israel Catarino-Felipe to attempted second-degree murder
He was initially charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon related to an incident on June 22.
deputies responded to the 5200 block of Johns Street
Related: Naples Manor victim shot nine times expected to live, suspected shooter in custody
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a witness said the victim had been shot by his friend Catarino-Felipe
Catarino-Felipe fled before deputies arrived
Deputies searched the area for Catarino Felipe and found him at a nearby apartment complex at approximately 12:45 p.m
not identified by the Sheriff's Office due to Marsy’s Law
was airlifted to Gulf Coast Hospital Medical Center in Lee County.
According to the sheriff's office arrest report
doctors said the victim suffered nine gunshot wounds and was expected to survive.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement placed a detainer on Catarino Felipe through ICE’s 287(g) program
The initiative targets individuals arrested on criminal charges who ICE has probable cause to believe are removable as undocumented immigrants
Once Catarino-Felipe has faced the criminal charge he will be released to ICE custody.
Tomas Rodriguez is a Breaking/Live News Reporter for the Naples Daily News and The News-Press. You can reach Tomas at TRodriguez@gannett.com or 772-333-5501. Follow him on Twitter @TomasFRoBeltran
Construction recently began to expand a retail center in East Naples for more than 18,000 square feet of commercial space on U.S
The expansion project broke ground in November for Rain Tree Plaza
which is across from Naples Manor residential community and next to Capital Pawn and Conty’s Motel on the East Trail
The existing 9,866-square-foot structure with a specialty grocer and tire shop at 11222 Tamiami Trail E
will be nearly doubled with the addition of 8,156 square feet on the corner of Rain Tree Lane and the East Trail
The commercial addition and renovation are designed by MHK Architecture & Planning for Carmen Construction
Joining Leal’s Tires & Wheels and Labadee Grocery convenience store at the new plaza will be Kava Culture kava bar
said Mel Slawik of Land and Sea Commercial Realty
who also co-owns Fresh Catch Bistro on Fort Myers Beach
Typical ebbs and flows of the single-family home market do not have much of an impact on the ultra
Four restaurant chains and a cake shop will join seven other businesses coming this year to the new Tree Farm..
the May 5 opening of the Hospital for Special Surgery at NCH takes the health care..
Not only has Chef Brian Roland physically and emotionally returned to public life in Southwest Florida after his life-altering tragedy..
Beeline is counting on thirsty folks making a beeline to its new upscale cocktail bar at Mercato in North Naples...
The 72-unit Verandas III opened and is fully occupied on Airport Road
marking the final phase in the redevelopment of..
Libby Smith came up with a system to match volunteers’ skills to damage at Moorhead Manor in East Naples
telephone number and the help they need down on a notecard
When volunteers, usually strangers, pull up to the entrance gate and tell Smith what they can do
she eyeballs the rows of cards she’s pinned to string on the entrance gate
They are categorized in rows by severity of damage
they are given the unit number and sent off to work
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There are 152 manufactured or mobile homes in the mostly retiree community on Bayshore Drive; roughly 140 were severely damaged and need flooring replaced as soon as possible for safety reasons
Already the floors of 20 to 30 units have collapsed and residents have been injured
Some of the elderly residents with little means and no place to go are sleeping in their units and not heeding safety warnings or how dangerous mold is to their health
If there’s anything to smile about since Ian barreled across Southwest Florida Sept
28 with four-feet of storm surge that hasn’t been seen in the region in decades
it’s the “we are in this together” mentality that emerged immediately after the floodwaters subsided
an entire team of football players pulled up to work
She can't recall which school they are from; she was too thrilled for the muscle mass that was a gift from heaven
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“Yesterday we had 120 volunteers,” she said
Most of the volunteers see posts on Instagram or Facebook about the need for help at Moorhead Manor or any of the countless neighborhoods in coastal Collier that are using social media to get word out about their plights
Human dignity can’t prevail against the floodwater mixed with gasoline
What was once the creature comforts of home life for vast numbers in coastal areas of Collier are now piled up on street curbs
The clock is ticking: get the particle board cabinets and the slippery flooring torn out before the mold sets in
There are no estimates of how many in coastal areas of Collier are living in damaged properties waiting for FEMA assistance to pay for rebuilding.
there's been no word from FEMA or the state about temporary housing being brought in that will be critical for the displaced to start getting their lives and livelihoods restored
is stationed at the Moorhead Manor’s gate from 8 a.m
She’s on break from her pre-Ian life as a nursing student
“Since she was two years old she has been an organizer,” Kathy Smith said
and a fitness instructor who lives in the Lakewood community in East Naples
saw an Instagram post about the flooding at Moorhead Manor
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She’s come several days in a row to help and brought two friends Wednesday
They spent several hours cleaning units and pushing furniture.
like at Celebration Park,” DePaola said
“It’s just about loving where you live.”
Joe Bush is another new friend to Moorhead Manor
He lives in Southwest Florida and works for Google
He helped establish a GoFundMe for Moorhead Manor as the "Hurricane Ian Moorhead Manor Flooding Rescue" with a goal of raising $527,000
Bush has his eyes set on raising the funds for new flooring for all the units
What’s alarming is how many of the residents refuse to leave their units and the danger to their health of staying put
“They have no place to go,” Bush said
“Their floors are compromised.”
The clubhouse is now cleaned out and some residents are sleeping there at night, Patch said
He's hopeful that number goes up for their well being
Because some residents are in shock and don’t realize how harmful being exposed to mold can be
Smith arranged for some medical professionals to come by and talk to them Thursday evening
“We are bringing people out of denial and into reality," Patch said
A 21-year-old man who Collier County deputies say shot another man nine times during a dispute in Naples Manor has been charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon
Wednesday at a residence in the 5000 block of Johns Street
and the 30-year-old victim know each other
They were involved in a dispute when Catarino Felipe got a gun and shot the victim in the chest
Catarino Felipe fled before deputies arrived
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was airlifted to Gulf Coast Hospital Medical Center in Fort Myers
According to a Sheriff's Office arrest report
doctors said the victim suffered nine gunshot wounds and is expected to survive
Deputies searched the area for Catarino Felipe and found him at a nearby apartment complex at approximately 12:45 p.m.
Once Catarino Felipe has satisfied his local criminal charges he will be released to ICE custody.
Connect with breaking news reporter Michael Braun: MichaelBraunNP (Facebook), @MichaelBraunNP (Twitter) or mbraun@news-press.com.
An iconic Marco Island mansion has just hit the market
Greystone Manor
Let's take a look at the history of the manor and the home itself
Greystone Manor, also known as the "Turley Mansion" was originally owned by former New York Yankees pitcher Bob Turley.
he purchased the property and began a career in finance and real estate
The mansion has been called one of Marco Island's most prestigious addresses
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Greystone Manor boasts masteful architecture and design with 13,000 sqaure feet of living space
the property includes multiple gated entries
and living spaces that overlook Robert's Bay
Photo gallery: Take a look at the outsideHow to request a showingGreystone Manor is listed online with Premier Sotheby's International Realty
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A man in Naples Manor was arrested Sunday after he shot his sleeping neighbor in the abdomen while he was intoxicated and handling a firearm
according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
29, was charged with shooting a missile into an occupied dwelling and use of a firearm while under the influence of alcohol.
Garanza-Garcia and the woman he shot share a duplex on Holland Street
The victim was asleep in bed on her side of the duplex shortly before 10 p.m. Garanza-Garcia was in his bedroom on the other side of the duplex
After consuming beer, Garanza-Garcia loaded his pistol and shot off a round that went through the bedroom wall and struck the sleeping woman
according to the sheriff’s office.
There were several other bullet holes in the wall
but none of them penetrated through, according to the sheriff’s office.
It was unknown when the other bullet holes were made, according to the man’s arrest report.
The victim was taken to the hospital where she was treated for her wound
Deputies placed Garanza-Garcia under arrest and took him to the Collier County jail
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— Deputies arrested 18-year-old Leonardo Chavez after a search warrant of his home turned up thousands of grams of different drugs
Collier County’s vice and narcotics bureau found the following in the home in Naples Manor:
The 18-year-old was arrested and charged with trafficking fentanyl
cocaine and meth as well as possession of over 20 grams of marijuana and narcotic paraphernalia
Sheriff Kevin Rambosk said he applauded the dedication of the vice and narcotics unit
“This one-stop-shop of drugs and crime was shut down by the hardworking and dedicated members of our Vice and Narcotics Bureau with assistance from SWAT
Patrol and other units in our agency,” Sheriff Rambosk said
“I am committed to keeping our community safe and as drug free as possible.”
“Paradise Coast,” Naples has become a destination for many people relocating to Florida This Gulf Coast city is known for many things including its wildlife refuges
If those prices don’t fit into your budget, don’t worry. We’ve collected the 8 most affordable Naples suburbs to consider moving to. And the best part is that they’re all less than 50 minutes away from the city center. No matter where you move, you’ll still be close enough to the city without the price of living in Naples
Villas is the most affordable Naples suburb on our list
you won’t miss out on what the city has to offer
Taking the second spot on our list is San Carlos Park
you can explore the historic Naples Pier and can see views of the water in just a quick drive
When living in this suburb of 18,600 people
you can also spend time exploring the charming downtown
you’ll find the suburb of Golden Gate
There’s plenty of charming and outdoorsy activities to take part in when living in Golden Gate like checking out one of the many local shops and attractions
Only slightly more expensive than Golden Gate is the suburb of Naples Manor
there’s still plenty to do in this Naples suburb
35 minutes away from downtown Naples is Three Oaks
another great suburb to consider moving to
this affordable town can be a great choice for people looking to remain close to Naples without paying the price for a home in the city
Another well-known Naples suburb is Orangetree
where you’ll find the home prices are about $200K less than in Naples
Orangetree has about 5,900 residents and is a great suburb to consider living in
There’s lots of activities to do in this suburb like golfing or spending time outside at Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park
Next on our list of affordable Naples suburbs is Estero
which is roughly a 35-minute drive into the city center
Estero is a great area to live in that’s not nearly as big as Naples
If you find yourself moving to this suburb
make sure to visit one of the parks like Koreshan State Park or Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve
Last but not least on our list of most affordable Naples suburbs is Bonita Springs
This affordable suburb is home to roughly 53,600 residents
so you’ll have a fraction of Naples’s population while remaining close to the city and its attractions
Make sure to spend the day at one of the beaches like Bonita Beach or Little Hickory Island Beach Park
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* This article has been updated to correct the age of the youngest child abused (5) and date of the first abuse (2015)
Hector Manley, the Collier County elementary school teacher who was arrested three years ago and charged with molesting or assaulting students
was found guilty Friday on 20 counts on lewd and lascivious molestation of a child under 12
Manley admitted to abusing 20 children as young as age 5 between Aug
Children told investigators he molested them on the soccer field during practices of the team he ran
he often molested them after having them sit on his lap while in his wheelchair
Foster sentenced Manley to 25 years in prison
with credit for the 1,052 days he spent in county jail. He was assessed about $24,000 in court fees.
Manley pleaded guilty to all lewd and lascivious counts. Three sexual battery charges were dismissed
Manley had to agree to be pronounced a sexual predator by the court
He also agreed to lifetime registration as a sex offender and, after release
He will not be allowed contact with any of the survivors of his abuse
will be allowed to visit his birth family in El Salvador once he is released from prison
He must report to the Department of Corrections immediately upon return to the U.S
Prosecutor Deborah Cunningham and a Spanish-language interpreter read three letters
one from a child survivor and two from parents of child survivors
"You tainted my life," wrote the child survivor. "I never thought that a person could hurt another person like that."
No parents or child survivors were in the courtroom
More than a dozen victim and child advocates were present.
Cunningham told the judge that the survivors’ families had agreed to the plea deal because they didn’t want to put their children through the trauma of testifying
Collier County School District had no comment on Manley's plea deal
Manley immediately and turned the matter over promptly to the CCSO at that time," wrote executive communications director Chad Oliver in an email to the Naples Daily News / The News-Press.
Manley worked as a first- and second-grade teacher as well as support staff at Parkside Elementary School
on charges of child molestation and sexual battery
He was charged with 21 felony charges for groping 21 children under 12 years of age and two felony charges of sexual battery of two children under 12.
After three initial accusations against Manley
Within a week, 10 more children came forward and Manley turned himself in to authorities.
The scope of the case grew even more after that.
He was fired within a week of his arrest and has spent the intervening years in the Naples Jail Center
His plea hearing was initially scheduled for November and postponed to January
a community in East Naples made up of 65% Hispanic or Latino households
Almost 90% of people in Naples Manor speak a language other than English at home
Half the student population is enrolled in the English language learning program
and 96% of all students come from economically disadvantaged households.
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Kate Cimini is an investigative journalist covering Florida. Share your story at (239) 207-936 or email kcimini@gannett.com.