George McGregor

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony Releases Public Response To IUPA Letter Sent to Members, Including…

George McGregor Apr 16, 2020

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony. Photo credit: Broward Sheriff’s Office Facebook. The appearance of BSO visual information does not imply or constitute BSO endorsement. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – The following response has been released from…

Education

Museum of Discovery and Science Partners with Broward County Public Schools to Deliver Innovative…

George McGregor Apr 14, 2020

During a time when distance learning is at the forefront, this partnership-developed curriculum bolsters 21st century skills, including creativity, critical thinking, design, teamwork, leadership, risk-taking and perseverance. FORT…

Broward Sheriff’s Office’s Forensic Lab Receives International Award

George McGregor Apr 14, 2020

On April 9, 2020, The ASCLD announced that the Broward Sheriff’s Office forensic laboratory was among 14 forensic laboratories to receive the 2020 Foresight Maximus Award, a distinction recognizing the top performing forensic laboratories…

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Releases Video on Importance of National Public Safety…

George McGregor Apr 13, 2020

A message from Palm Beach County Sheriff, Ric Bradshaw, celebrating National Telecommunicators Week, April 12 - 18, 2020. WEST PALM BEACH, FL - The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is recognizing National Public Safety…

Annual Broward Heart Walk, Sponsored by Rick Case Automotive Group, Moves Iconic Event Online As…

George McGregor Apr 10, 2020

With the recent Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic keeping more Americas at home, the American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is moving its iconic Broward Heart Walk…

“770 Moshiach Center” Landmark Synagogue In Lauderhill Breaks Ground Perla Lichi Design Appointed…

George McGregor Apr 10, 2020

Perla Lichi of Perla Lichi Design (right) with Randy Mintz during the 770 Center Synagogue groundbreaking. The historic landmark, a core synagogue for the Jewish Community, prides itself on outreach programs to further educate and…

Rick Case Auto Group Offers Complementary Automotive Disinfecting Service To All South Florida…

George McGregor Apr 10, 2020

The service is offered at all South Florida Rick Case dealerships and is designed to work quickly and efficiently by disinfecting the interior of the vehicles in just 10 minutes. SUNRISE, FL - Rick Case Automotive Group is offering all…

FLITE Center in Fort Lauderdale to Serve as Emergency Relief Center for the Transitional Independent…

George McGregor Apr 10, 2020

The Jim Moran Foundation and United Way of Broward County grant COVID-19 Emergency Funds to FLITE Center to help those affected by the pandemic. Photo Shutterstock, licensed. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - FLITE Center, a centralized facility in…

Entertainment

National Salute To America’s Heroes: Presented By Hyundai, Announces Postponement Of 2020 Hyundai…

George McGregor Apr 10, 2020

While announcing the postponement, the NSAH and Hyundai introduced a community-based nomination initiative, titled “Salute 365,” that will recognize local healthcare professionals, first responders and others who are tirelessly fighting…

HANDY Receives Huge Donation From Freshpoint Produce Distributor; Being Distributed To Youth and…

George McGregor Apr 10, 2020

FreshPoint South Florida Delivery Truck with 600 crates of produce to be used across Broward and Miami-Dade Counties to serve thousands of disadvantaged youth and families who are struggling more than ever during these times. Photo…

Sheriff’s Office Volunteers To Deliver Food For The Pantry Of Broward

George McGregor Apr 9, 2020

Through NST’s Operation Helping Hands program, food boxes consisting of nutritional products such as fresh fruits, vegetables and bread were hand delivered to eight senior citizen families within the cities of Lauderdale Lakes and Tamarac.…

Two Local Agencies Join Forces To Support Seniors During Pandemic; Helps in Palm Beach, Martin, St.…

George McGregor Apr 9, 2020

Seniors who are in immediate crisis or need someone to talk to after hours, or are in a food crisis having been without food for several days, are encouraged to call 2-1-1. Image by Tania Van den Berghen from Pixabay. …

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony Provides Details On BSO’S Policies And Supplies Of Personal Protective…

George McGregor Apr 7, 2020

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony explained that all deputies have Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and if they require extra during a shift, it is provided. BSO has issued over 65,000 masks and over 4,100 bottles of hand sanitizer. Photo…

Message from Chief Judge Krista Marx regarding COVID-19 and Palm Beach County Main Courthouse

George McGregor Apr 4, 2020

WEST PALM BEACH, FL - We are all experiencing unprecedented levels of stress and uncertainty as the public health emergency caused by the global spread of COVID-19 continues to impact Palm Beach County in ways that seemed unimaginable…

“LUG.COM” Premium Domain, Available for Acquisition Exclusively from TLD Brokerage; Firm Announces…

George McGregor Apr 3, 2020

Lori Anne Wardi (left), Vice President of Brand at Neustar Inc. (NSR) domain registry services with John Colascione (right), TLD Brokerage founder and CEO, in an open dialog on domains and online branding at the Name Summet Domain…

Education

Nonprofit Releases Documentary On Work Preserving and Restoring Highly Threatened, Historically…

George McGregor Apr 2, 2020

Saving Places is a one-hour documentary film that follows crews and passionate volunteers of HistoriCorps, a small non-profit organization, through an entire season of challenging work preserving and restoring over a dozen…

Mia Pods Announces Private Tours of Medical “Containment Units” To Alleviate COVID-19 Anxiety Within…

George McGregor Mar 30, 2020

There is an urgent need for hospitals to separate patients with COVID-19 but with the drastic increase in cases, modular solutions offered by Mia Pods could prevent a bigger spread of the virus. MIAMI, FL - Mia pods has developed a…

Operation Helping Hands: Broward Sheriff’s Office Partners With Feeding South Florida To…

George McGregor Mar 27, 2020

The men and women of Broward Sheriff’s Office understand the difficulty, The closure of nonessential businesses, due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic faced by families in dire need of income to feed themselves and their loved…

Education

With Increased Risk of Abuse for FL Students During COVID-19, Local Non-profit Recommends Live…

George McGregor Mar 23, 2020

The Monique Burr Foundation for Children is encouraging schools to present the MBF Child Safety Matters® and MBF Teen Safety Matters® lessons remotely to educate and protect children and teens from all types of…

Crime

DOJ and Florida A.G. Issue Warning Against Covid-19 Scam Artists

George McGregor Mar 23, 2020

MIAMI, FL – South Florida U.S. Attorney Ariana Fajardo Orshan joined the U.S. Attorneys for the Northern and Middle Districts of Florida and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to warn scam artists that they will vigorously…

COVID-19 Update From Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony

George McGregor Mar 21, 2020

The Broward Sheriff’s Office remains fully prepared to provide the highest level of service to all Broward residents and visitors. We will continue to keep you up to date on any BSO news important to you and your family on the…

Crime

Broward County Sheriff’s Office Warns Against COVID-19 Scams

George McGregor Mar 19, 2020

Broward Sheriff’s Office is warning residents that a social media post claiming representatives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are going to residences dressed in protective gear and conducting COVID-19 testing.…

Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony Provides Update At Port Everglades

George McGregor Mar 18, 2020

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - The Broward Sheriff’s Office is part of a unified command at Port Everglades. The unified command was established to ensure all of our federal, state and local partners are working together for the safety of…

Broward Sheriff’s Office Encourages Use Of Online Services

George McGregor Mar 18, 2020

The Broward Sheriff’s Office also encourages the public to use our non-emergency line at 954-764-HELP (4357) for issues that do not need immediate law enforcement or fire rescue response. Only visit a Broward Sheriff’s Office facility…

Florida Department of Health Announces New Positive COVID-19 Case in Florida, Test Performed by…

George McGregor Mar 12, 2020

The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, the Florida Department of Health will issue this update every day, seven days per week.…

Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies To Examine Broward Sheriff’s Office;…

George McGregor Mar 12, 2020

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - The Broward Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that a team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA®) will arrive on Monday, May 18, 2020 (rescheduled from…

State of Florida Issues Public Update on COVID-19; Will Issue Update Every Day, Seven Days Per Week

George McGregor Mar 11, 2020

TALLAHASSEE, FL - The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, the Florida Department of Health will issue this update every day,…

Sheriff’s Office To Host Women In Public Safety Symposium Saturday, March 14 at the Broward College…

George McGregor Mar 11, 2020

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - The women of the Broward Sheriff’s Office will educate women of all ages about the advantages of a career in public safety during the Women in Public Safety Symposium. The event will take place from 9 a.m. – 12…

Broward Sheriff’s Office Welcomes Jamaican Constabulary Force

George McGregor Mar 9, 2020

Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony and Major General Antony Anderson. Anderson expressed a desire for training situations that help enhance overall preparedness and responsiveness for Jamaica’s police force. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -…