Bay Harbor Islands
Coverage of Bay Harbor Islands in the Nexus archive.
- Bay Harbor Islands officer saves 2-year-old girl from drowning
A Bay Harbor Islands officer, Commander Thomas Rigo, remained patrolling after his shift and heard a mother screaming from the shore. When he saw that 2-year-old Noah had drowned in the pool, Rigo used his CPR training to save her life. He was later honored with a lifesaving award by the grateful family.
- At least 3 hospitalized after 2 boats collide off Bay Harbor Islands
At least three people were hospitalized after two boats collided in Biscayne Bay near West Broadview Drive in Bay Harbor Islands, causing one vessel to sink. First responders rescued victims, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the incident.
- 3 hospitalized in 2-boat crash off Bay Harbor Islands in Miami-Dade
Three people were hospitalized after two boats collided in Biscayne Bay off Bay Harbor Islands in Miami-Dade County. One boat remained partially submerged, and the second ended up at Haulover Marina. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
- Bay Harbor Islands may ban electric scooters for riders under 16
Bay Harbor Islands officials are considering a ban on electric scooters for riders under 16, following a similar ban implemented by Sunny Isles Beach. Sunny Isles Beach Mayor Larisa Svechin reported a significant reduction in scooter usage after the ban, while some residents question if such measures represent government overreach. A town council meeting in Bay Harbor Islands will gather resident feedback on the potential ban.