Help rename LCSO’s adorable new member of the animal cruelty task force

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 17, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Deputy Chance has a sister! The Lee County Sheriff’s Office introduced its newest and most adorable member of the animal cruelty task force on Monday during a Facebook Live. Formerly named Sky, the dog was rescued and rehabilitated at the Gulf Coast Humane Society and then taken in by LCSO. Because of the conditions that the dog was living in, she had to have one of her legs amputated. Now, the sheriff’s office is asking the community for help in renaming her. Throughout the week, LCSO will be posting on their social media pages asking for name suggestions...

Crews combat wildfire in Hendry County

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 17, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

HENDRY COUNTY, Fla. – Crews are working to tame a wildfire in Hendry County, according to the Florida Forest Service. The fire, located in Montura, is approximately 15-20 acres, FFS reported. A dozer is en route to the fire. This is a developing story. The post Crews combat wildfire in Hendry County appeared first on NBC2 News. NBC2 (WBBH-TV)

Forecast: Less humid and warm, high fire danger again

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 17, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

We are coming off a beautiful weekend, and if you liked the weekend weather, you are going to enjoy today. We are again starting off with low humidity, making your morning feel very comfortable! The less humid air will stick with us through the day, keeping our rain chances basically non-existent into the afternoon. High temperatures will climb into the low 90s, with mainly sunny skies. The lower humidity is a double-edged sword however, because once again the dry air, lack of rain, and breezy conditions will create an increased risk for brush fires. Even though the calendar says rainy...

Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after Fort Myers crash

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 17, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

FORT MYERS, Fla. – A crash involving a car and a motorcycle blocked off a part of Cleveland Avenue for several hours on Sunday night. The crash occurred around 9 p.m. between Moreno Avenue and Ricardo Avenue, according to the Fort Myers Police Department. The motorcyclist was transported to the hospital, police said. Police did not confirm the extent of the motorcyclists injuries. This is a developing story. The post Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after Fort Myers crash appeared first on NBC2 News. NBC2 (WBBH-TV)

Estero rockstar Casey Bishop voted off American Idol

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 17, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

Say it ain’t so! Cypress Lake High’s Casey Bishop was voted off American Idol Sunday night. In the live show, Casey sang her brand new single “Love Me, Leave Me,” “wish you were gay” by Billie Eilish, “Live Wire,” by Mötley Crüe, and “Break My Heart Again” by FINNEAS. The 16-year-old won over America week after week. In her audition months ago, judge Luke Bryan said he thought Casey would be the winner of American Idol. When the results of the votes were revealed, all three judges looked extremely shocked and surprised, expecting...

One injured in shooting on Summerlin Road

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 16, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — One person was taken to Lee Memorial Hospital after a shooting in Fort Myers, officials said. Officers with the Fort Myers Police Department are investigating the shooting at 5344 Summerlin Road. People should avoid the area as investigators work the scene. If you have any information about the shooter or the shooting, call FMPD at (239) 321-7700 or SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). The post One injured in shooting on Summerlin Road appeared first on NBC2 News. NBC2 (WBBH-TV)

Shooting investigation underway in Cape Coral

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 16, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Police were investigating a shooting near the 4400 block of Santa Barbara Boulevard South in Cape Coral early Sunday morning. Officers with the Cape Coral Police Department shut down Santa Barbara Boulevard just after 6 a.m. as they investigated the shooting. Santa Barbara Boulevard has since reopened. Additional information about the shooting is not known. Count on NBC2 to bring you the latest once it is released. The post Shooting investigation underway in Cape Coral appeared first on NBC2 News. NBC2 (WBBH-TV)

One injured in shooting near Englewood restaurant

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 16, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — One person was injured in a shooting at 2045 N. Beach Road on Saturday night, officials said. Deputies with the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a shooting near the Lock ‘N Key Restaurant in Englewood. One person was injured in the shooting and was taken to a local hospital for treatment, deputies said. The other person involved in the shooting waited on the scene for law enforcement to arrive. CCSO deputies are investigating the shooting. Additional information about the shooting or the identities of those involved are not known....

Collier County deputy injured in crash

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 15, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. – A Collier County deputy was injured in a crash on Pine Ridge Road and Logan Boulevard late Friday night. Florida Highway Patrol responded to the crash and is investigating. An SUV was also involved in the crash, according to witnesses. No other information is available. The post Collier County deputy injured in crash appeared first on NBC2 News. NBC2 (WBBH-TV)

Pedestrian hit by dump truck in Charlotte County

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on May 15, 2021. Posted in Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. – A Port Charlotte man was killed after being hit by a dump truck on Cochran Boulevard near US 41 Saturday afternoon. The 74-year-old pedestrian was riding a motorized tricycle when the crash happened, according to Florida Highway Patrol. The dump truck, driven by a 42-year-old Port Charlotte man, was going west on Cochran Boulevard, approaching a green traffic signal at the intersection. The pedestrian was riding south on the shoulder of US 41. Troopers said he tried to make a right turn onto southbound Cochran Boulevard. The dump truck then hit the pedestrian....

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