4 Top Mechanics in Oakland Park
Oakland Park residents often frequent the Living in Oakland Park Group looking for recommendations. One of the most frequently asked is, “Who can recommend a good mechanic/shop in Oakland Park?”. Choosing a mechanic can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Second to a home, a car is one of our most significant investments. […]
Oak Tree’s First Homeowners Close On Their New House
For years the former Oak Tree golf course in west Oakland Park lay fallow. It was anybody’s guess what would become of the land until Pulte presented plans for a new development to the City of Oakland Park. The plan initially called for just over 800 homes. The City Commission did not approve the plan […]
Adopt-A-Street Cleanup: Lending Hands to Keep the City Clean
This past Saturday, April 24th, while people went on their weekend business, our very local Frank Polanco got up early and set up his day for cleaning up 15th Avenue off of Prospect Road. Frank heads the non for profit organization South Florida Lending Hands – an organization that is there for the community with […]
Search Continues For Suspect That Broke Into Calusa Coffee Roasters
The search continues for a suspect that broke into an Oakland Park business on March 15th. Calusa Coffee Roasters, located at 161 East Commercial Blvd, had experienced a break-in overnight and a couple of weeks later, the suspect is still at large. Living in Oakland Park recently featured this local favorite because of its popularity […]
Oakland Park Square Changes Amidst Public Opinion
The City of Oakland Park held a virtual neighborhood participation meeting on Thursday, March 25th, at 6:30 pm via Zoom, regarding Oakland Park Square. The future mixed-use development will be located at the north and south lots located at 3701 and 3801 North Dixie Highway. The meeting consisted of a presentation by Daniel Suarez De […]
And Finnegan’s Wake Goes On!
If you happened to be at the corner of Oakland Park and Dixie Highway Tuesday evening, you might have noticed a large green crowd gathered around a hearse, and some very interestingly dressed characters. If you were smart enough to stop you would have witnessed the now world famous “Finnegan’s Wake” at Big Dog Station. […]
Drink Bottles Become Vintage-Like Gifts at Wesley’s Wicks
At only 20 years old, Wesley Silverstein has created a successful business that supports him, his customers, and our planet! Wesley’s Wicks is the name of his online Etsy Shop, Instagram, and Facebook Page. While I’m sure you can infer from the name, Wesley’s Wicks is a candle shop! However, this shop is far from […]
Carjacking Suspect Also Suspected of Murder in Oakland Park
Crime Rampage In Oakland Park On January 17, 2021, shortly after 7pm, 28 year old Antonino Santo Romano violently attacked Oakland Park resident Maria Ouveryney and stole her car and personal belongings. Romano beat Ouveryney so violently that he broker her jaw and sent her to the hospital. Ouveryney is still hospitalized and is unable […]
Oakland Park Honors MLK and Celebrates Diversity with New Signage
As the City of Oakland Park works toward building for its second century it also works on embracing diversity. To that end, on Friday January 15th the City unveiled new signage to reflect its steadfast commitment to diversity. In total the City will install 14 signs in conspicuous locations throughout Oakland Park in order to […]
Tenth Level Tavern: Oakland Park’s One and Only Barcade
It’s important for this place to feel like by big living room. I want them to feel this is their home. I built it and I’m working in it, but it exists for the people who come and use it and participate and have experiences. Joey Cammisa, Owner of Tenth Level Tavern This past week, […]
