Pembroke Park NewsLocal news for Pembroke Park, FL continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Newly released figures show on average property values dropped 5 percent.- May 30, 2008 The hard economic times are hitting Broward homeowners in the wallet. Newly released figures show on average property values dropped 5-percent. County Appraiser Lori Parrish calls this the worst real estate ...http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/newly-released-figures-show-on-average-... Housing authority will host summer program to build young leaders- May 29, 2008 Registration wraps up this week for a three-week leadership camp for eighth-graders through college freshmen.http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/housing-authority-will-host-summer-prog... Items found with Hallandale victim remain as the few clues to 1990s killing- May 27, 2008 Judy Diane Shue was a quiet, middle-aged department store clerk who lived alone. Her killer hid her body in a cool, dry place for more than a year.http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/items-found-with-hallandale-victim-rema... Hollywood: Fire-rescue worker honored for aiding deputy- May 25, 2008 A fire-rescue inspector who was first on the scene after Broward Sheriff's Deputy Maury Hernandez was shot in the head in August received a special recognition Thursday at Memorial Regional Hospital's annual ...http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/hollywood-fire-rescue-worker-honored-fo... West Park gun buyback scheduled Saturday at Saunders Park- May 23, 2008 A gun buyback event is set for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Mary Saunders Park, 4750 SW 21st St.The city, Pembroke Park and the South Broward Community Council, a nonprofit organization, are sponsoring the event.A $50 Wal-Mart gift card will be given for each gun returned. Guns must be unloaded, and ammunition must be delivered in a separate container. While BB or pellet guns are welcomed, gift certificates will be given only for firearms.Call 954-964-0272.http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/west-park-gun-buyback-scheduled-saturda... Deputy who survived Davie shooting gets Valor Award- May 21, 2008 Broward Sheriff's Deputy Maury Hernandez, who last year survived a gun shot to the head during a traffic stop, was presented with a special award by a national law enforcement organization on Tuesday.Hernandez received the Valor Award from The American Society for Industrial Security at a ceremony at the Signature Grand.Hernandez has been recovering since he was shot in Pembroke Park on Aug. 6. He spent two weeks in a coma.The organization also gave special recognition to the families of Sgt....http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/deputy-who-survived-davie-shooting-gets... Mall robbery, carjack victims tell their stories- May 18, 2008 "I got a letter a few months ago that they were being released." Pembroke Lakes Mall, Pembroke Pines 2:15 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, 2003 Parking lot near Burdines Michelle Montesano knew enough to turn her wedding ring around on her finger, so only the band showed. She also knew to loop her purse tightly over her shoulder when walking alone.But the teenage boy who put the gun to her head that afternoon didn't want the ring or the purse. He wanted her Toyota.'I opened the door and put my foot out...http://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/mall-robbery-carjack-victims-tell-their... South Florida pastors defend black liberation theology, saying it aims to motivate- May 5, 2008 "The church has traditionally been the place where blacks got their information, and it's our responsibility to provide that information" They rejoice in black empowerment. They identify with the poor. They challenge the mighty. via WBZL-TV Hollywoodhttp://www.topix.net/city/pembroke-park-fl/2008/05/south-florida-pastors-defend-black-libe... |