Cape Coral

New registration requirements, annual fees and stricter enforcement for residential rental properties in Cape Coral took effect Jan. 1 aimed at increasing accountability and funding code enforcement.The changes, adopted under Ordinance 53-25 and Resolution 279-25 and approved by a City Council vote last year, require all residential rental properties — both long-term and short-term — to register annually with the city. Officials say the updated program allows Cape Coral to better track rental properties, respond to complaints and recover enforcement-related costs.

The Seven Islands development, a large-scale approximately 48-acre project dating back to 2015, is planning to break ground in Northwest Cape Coral on the east side of the Spreader Canal after it was unanimously passed by the Cape Coral City Council on Jan. 21. But as some residents are happy for the addition to the underdeveloped region of the city, others are circumspect as to how it will impact traffic, environment, infrastructure, and the charm.

The new year is the time to have new experiences. There’s no better way to dive into something spectacular than by joining in one of the many outdoor art shows that will be returning to SWFL.

Southwest Florida is home to three outdoor art festivals the weekend of January 10 & 11.

Effective Friday, January 2, Cape Coral is issuing a temporary burn ban to limit fire hazards within the City.

Every year during the holidays veterans who have died over the years are remembered with a fresh pine wreath laid on their graves at cemeteries across the U.S. and in Southwest Florida.

Producing Artistic Director Joe Simonelli has announced the closing of Cape Café Dessert Theatre in Cape Coral. Citing sparse ticket sales, the theater will close permanently as of January 1.

Cape Coral Fire Department issues caution about preventable fires during the holiday season.

Road closures will be in place for the City of Cape Coral's Veterans Day Parade from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 8.

High school coach resigns over alleged sexual activity with a parent on campus. Some parents want him reinstated.