Margate Talk

06/10/2026

Stay up-to-date on crime and safety trends by checking out the latest Margate blotter here.

The Margate Police Department responded to various incidents and made multiple arrests between June 2 and June 8, 2026.

06/10/2026

Animal welfare advocates will host a public presentation in Fort Lauderdale this week to raise awareness about dogfighting and encourage residents to report suspected animal cruelty. More here.

Animal welfare advocates will host a public presentation in Fort Lauderdale this week to raise awareness about dogfighting and encourage residents to report suspected animal cruelty.

06/09/2026

During the June 3 meeting, the commission approved a resolution relating to the provision of fire services, facilities, and programs in the city.

Margate homeowners can expect to pay $305 per year for fire rescue services, according to a preliminary assessment rate set by the commission.

06/09/2026

On November 3, Florida voters will choose whether to approve an amendment to greatly reduce taxes on homesteaded properties.

06/09/2026

Margate Police arrested a woman wanted in Puerto Rico on child kidnapping and custody deprivation charges after authorities say she took her children to Florida and failed to return.

06/09/2026

Here's what's in store in Margate for Independence Day.

The City of Margate will celebrate Independence Day with a full day of activities on July 4, featuring a parade, pool party, live entertainment and a fireworks display commemorating America's 250th anniversary.

06/08/2026

A school security guard was arrested after investigators said he drew a rifle at a driver during a heated confrontation while directing school traffic.

A Lubavitch Hebrew Academy security guard was arrested after investigators said he drew a rifle at a driver during a heated confrontation while directing school traffic.

06/07/2026

Margate Commission Approves Funding for National Night Out.

Margate Police are preparing to host their annual National Night Out event on August 4 at the Sports Complex

06/07/2026

Sam May, interim executive director of the Broward County Solid Waste Authority, gave a presentation on the advantages of joining the agreement.

Margate will join the county waste program.

06/05/2026

A Margate man is accused of running over his girlfriend with a U-Haul after a fight over gas money, according to police

A Margate man is accused of running over his girlfriend with a U-Haul after a fight over gas money, according to police.