Stories written by Fred Maas

SIB Officer Maya honored as officer of the Quarter by Kiwanis Club

SIB Officer Maya honored as officer of the Quarter by Kiwanis Club

On March 13, 2013, Officer Jose Maya of the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department, was honored as the Officer of the Quarter by the local Kiwanis Club.Officer Maya is a veteran officer for the department who is credited with saving the lives of (2) two people on Christmas morning of 2012. Officer Maya, thru his [...]

SIB School Liaison Officer Paty Gonzalez wins prestigious award

SIB School Liaison Officer Paty Gonzalez wins prestigious award

On March 22, 2013, Officer Patty Gonzalez was presented the prestigious William “Bill” Parrillo Award by the Parrillo family, for her dedicated service and commitment to the students at Norman S. Edelcup SIB K-8 School. Officer Gonzalez is completing her 3rd year as School Liaison Officer, representing the union between the SIB Police Department and [...]

Police Annual Awards presented for 2012

Police Annual Awards presented for 2012

The 2012 Police Awards for the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department were distributed at the end of January of this year. These very distinct and honorable selections pinpoint officers and civilians who meet the specific criteria for that specific award. To be honored amongst your colleagues and peers is a very special feeling for the [...]

Scholarship Opportunities for College-bound Seniors from Sunny Isles Beach

Scholarship Opportunities for College-bound Seniors

In today’s world, getting into certain colleges, even at the state level has become a most difficult challenge. Finding the means to pay for college tuition, room and board, is an even GREATER challenge. Add in a SAGGING ECONOMY, reduced pay and benefits for the parents who are helping to bear the financial burden for [...]