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.

Jump in: Pool at Founders Park reopens following major upgrades

The cannonballs, swim strokes and high dives returned to the Ron Levy Aquatics Center on June 18. A three-month pool and facility renovation was...

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For more than two decades, orthopedic surgeon Derek Papp has helped young (and old) athletes return to competition following major injury.  He specializes in arthroscopic...

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Rideshare service continues In Islamorada, but users will need to pay

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