Jim McCarthy

Jim McCarthy is one of the many who escaped the snow and frigid temperatures in Western New York. A former crime & court reporter and city editor for two Western New York newspapers, Jim has been honing his craft since he graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 2014. In his 5-plus years in the Keys, Jim has enjoyed connecting with the community. Jim is past president of the Key Largo Sunset Rotary Club. When he's not working, he's busy chasing his son, Lucas, around the house and enjoying time with family.

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A popular, one-day backcountry fishing tournament in Islamorada is back for its 24th year, with funds supporting several causes near and dear to organizer...

SPOOKY VOLUNTEERS REQUESTED FOR HAUNTED FOREST HAYRIDES IN ISLAMORADA

Organizers of the annual Trunk or Treat at Islamorada’s Founders Park are seeking to revive a scary-good favorite that once spooked event-goers.  As the sun...

GOLDEN PERFORMANCE: CANETTES DANCE THEIR WAY TO 50 YEARS

With their techniques, moves and synchronization, the Canettes dance team has wowed crowds during many Coral Shores athletic events. Throughout the years, the Canettes have...

NEW FOUNDERS PARK MASTER PLAN SHOWS EXPANDED COMMUNITY CENTER, POTENTIAL FOR ARTIFICIAL TURF ON MULTIUSE FIELD

Islamorada’s expansive, natural and arguably best park could be in line for tens of millions of dollars in upgrades and new development in the...

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Installation of the new and larger water transmission main continues as crews work day and night near MM 89 on Islamorada’s Plantation Key. As of...

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