School changes, restaurant shuffle, fraud charges: Catch up on 3 Miramar stories
Three recent stories about Miramar covered several topics, including school leadership changes, restaurant openings and closings, and a major fraud case.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Miramar High principal leaving at end of school year. Here’s where he’s headed
Miramar High principal Winfred Porter is leaving at the end of the school year for an out-of-state leadership role. In a letter to the school community, he highlighted accomplishments during his tenure — earning an “A” grade, a 95% graduation rate and new academic programs.
New Colombian restaurant to replace beloved soul food spot
A Colombian restaurant called El Machetico is opening its first Broward location in Pembroke Pines, taking over the space where Brandon’s Bistro used to be. Brandon’s Bistro, a popular soul food spot, has closed that location and is relocating to Miramar Town Center.
Miramar man faces fraud charges in multiple cities over fuel and oil, cops say
Police say a 70-year-old Miramar man is facing felony fraud and theft charges tied to separate alleged schemes involving jet fuel and crude palm oil, totaling more than $280,000. Investigators allege victims paid deposits or sent repeated funds without getting shipments.
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