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.

New DeSantis-installed CFK board seeks termination of longtime president ‘Dr. G’

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Key Largo’s Fourth of July parade hits 50 years on America’s 250th

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Florida Keys community collects for Venezuela following devastating earthquakes

Florida Keys community members are mobilizing to help the people of Venezuela affected by a pair of powerful earthquakes last week.  Intense searches continue following...

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Jump in: Pool at Founders Park reopens following major upgrades

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