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Cops Corner

December 7, 2023

Motorcyclist killed in overnight accident near Apopka-Vineland Road

A 32-year-old female died after she lost control of a motorcycle while traveling eastbound on Palm Parkway near Apopka-Vineland Road.

December 6, 2023

Former Ocoee Police Chief Saima Plasencia claims termination came from coordinated effort following grievance

At the Dec. 5 Ocoee City Commission meeting, the former police chief made a public comment asking the commission to reconsider her termination because she was not afforded proper due process.

November 30, 2023

Find out when Santa's coming to your Ocoee neighborhood, tossing candy and spreading holiday cheer

The Ocoee Fire Department's annual Operation Santa event is kicking off on Dec. 5

November 22, 2023

How to register for the Winter Garden Police Athletic League Holiday Gifts for Kids program

The annual Holiday Gifts for Kids program provides presents to Winter Garden youth in need.

November 15, 2023

Stuff the Police Car: Ocoee PD, FLY 103.1 collecting toys for kids in need

On Nov. 18 at the Ocoee Walmart, the Ocoee PD will be accepting toy donations for its holiday toy drive

August 6, 2023

Ocoee police searching for killer

A man was found dead at an Ocoee apartment complex early Sunday morning.

Business

December 6, 2023

Schwenn Services reaches 20-year milestone

The father-son air-conditioning and electrical company in Winter Garden has met the needs of customers in the Central Florida area for two decades.

December 6, 2023

Christian Brothers Automotive opens in Ocoee

The locally owned, faith-based automotive shop has opened its doors to offer full-service maintenance and repair to cars for residents in Ocoee and surrounding communities.

December 2, 2023

Philanthropy drives food truck business

Chris Manzano, an Ocoee-area resident, started Cluckerz Chicken to help those in need and inspire his young son.

November 30, 2023

Brooks Rehabilitation opens new Ocoee location

The new location is the organization's 14th Central Florida outpatient clinic.

Your Town

December 7, 2023

Chabad's annual Chanukah Celebration and Menorah Lighting is tonight

Chabad of South Orlando will lead the Chanukah Celebration and Menorah Lighting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, at the Butterfly Sculpture Park in downtown Winter Garden.

December 7, 2023

Nehrling Gardens' annual Holiday Amaryllis Festival is Saturday

December 7, 2023

PHOTOS: 2023 Winter Garden Christmas Parade

Winter Garden residents packed Dillard and Plant streets Saturday, Dec. 2, to catch a glimpse of the 2023 Winter Garden Christmas Parade.