Ambulance crash in Winter Haven leaves paramedic and patient in critical condition

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Two people are in critical condition after an ambulance carrying a patient to the hospital was struck by a pickup truck Monday night in a violent two-vehicle collision…

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Florida coach busted with bags of marijuana at Winter Haven park

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — A 34-year-old high school coach was arrested Monday after deputies discovered marijuana inside his vehicle during a patrol at a public park, authorities said. Deputies with the Polk…

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Winter Haven Man Wins $1 Million from Lottery Scratch-Off

WINTER HAVEN, FL – Carlos Cole, Sr., a 53-year-old resident of Winter Haven, secured a $1 million top prize from the SEVEN FIGURES Scratch-Off game, as announced by the Florida Lottery. He…

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Grady Judd details story of of Winter Haven burglar’s capture

by Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd A deputy had been doggedly trying to find two suspects who were wanted for a burglary case last month, but had so far avoided capture. Doggedly…

Florida News·Police Blotter

Winter Haven Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Theft Of Government Funds

Tampa, Florida – U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday today sentenced Daniel Brooke (49, Winter Haven) to six months in federal prison, followed by two years of supervised release, for theft of…

Unhappy ending for Winter Haven massage parlor worker after grabbing cop’s ‘pistol’

WINTER HAVEN, FL – On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, undercover detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Vice Unit conducted an on-going operation focused on identifying possible human trafficking victims and possibly…

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Man wearing Joker mask pointed loaded rifle at driver in Winter Haven road rage

WINTER HAVEN, FL – A driver of a Nissan Rogue on Cypress Boulevard in Winter Haven, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office was wearing a Joker’s mask, pointing his rifle at…

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Driver dies in crash following failure to yield and CBP deployment of vehicle immobilization device in Winterhaven, California

On March 8, 2024, at approximately 11:15 a.m., the U.S. Border Patrol El Centro Sector communications center broadcasted that a stolen vehicle, described as a white Dodge Caravan, was reportedly seen near…

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Cold-stunned sea turtle rescued from bay in Beach Haven

BEACH HAVEN, NJ – A green sea turtle found floating motionless near Queen City Marina was rescued Saturday afternoon after being spotted in the chilly bay waters, according to the Marine Mammal…

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Here’s Why You Need to Visit Delaware Beaches in the Winter

REHOBOTH BEACH, DE – Despite the chill of winter, Delaware’s coastal towns are bustling with activities, offering a blend of outdoor experiences and indoor comforts. From culinary delights to arts and outdoor…

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Need New Jersey Stress Relief? Visit the Jersey Shore This Winter

ORTLEY BEACH, NJ – Visiting the beach and sitting on a boardwalk during a mild winter day brings a unique sense of peace and tranquility that is often hard to find in…

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MILLOY: Europe’s Energy Crisis Is A Warning To America. So Far … Democrats Haven’t Listened

MILLOY: Europe’s Energy Crisis Is A Warning To America. So Far … Democrats Haven’t Listened Steve Milloy on October 30, 2022 Europe serves as an object lesson of the economic, social and…

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Phil Murphy says as winter approaches, get your COVID-19 booster shot, even if you’re not sure about your eligibility

With the efficacy of the COVID-19 double dose vaccines wearing down after just six months, today, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy once again advised senior citizens and high-risk New Jerseyans to get…

Health and Wellness·New Jersey News

Point Pleasant Mayor Seeks to Demolish Motel Police Chief Says is Haven for Illegal Activity

POINT PLEASANT, NJ – If you check out the Amethyst Beach Motel in Point Pleasant on travel website review pages, it’s pretty much everything you would expect from a Jersey Shore motel.…

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New Haven Police Investigating Two Thursday Shootings

NEW HAVEN, CT – The New Haven Police Department is investigating two shootings that occurred Thursday, October 29. In the first incident, just before 5:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of…

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Florida man cashes in $2M lottery prize

Polk County man claims $2M lottery jackpot with lump sum payout Orlando, FL — A Florida lottery drawing delivered a multi-million-dollar prize after a Polk County man stepped forward to claim a…

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Lakewood’s golden age remembered as historians trace legacy of New Jersey’s “Land of 100 Hotels”

LAKEWOOD, NJ – Once known as the “Land of 100 Hotels,” Lakewood was among New Jersey’s most celebrated resort towns, drawing wealthy visitors from New York City and beyond during its late…

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Florida man charged with aggravated child abuse after 3-month-old suffers critical injuries

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A 24-year-old man from Eagle Lake has been arrested and charged with aggravated child abuse, a first-degree felony, after investigators say he violently shook a 3-month-old baby, leaving…

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Third Case of Rabies Confirmed in Polk County

Winter Haven, FL — The third rabies case in Polk County this year has been confirmed in Winter Haven. On Friday, Polk County Sheriff’s Animal Control Officers responded to a call on…

Pets and Animals

Florida Sheriff Announces Sheriff on a Shelf for the Holidays

POLK COUNTY, FL – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has introduced a unique initiative this holiday season: Grady Judd, the ‘Sheriff on a Shelf.’ Mirroring the popular ‘Elf on the Shelf’ concept,…

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