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North Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 20, 2024

The following parishes in the North Miami-Dade News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math FAST expectations in Osceola County in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 19, 2024

Osceola County FAST results are in, and 44.9% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Rep. Díaz-Balart Supports "End the Border Catastrophe Act" to Address Border Crisis

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) voiced his support for the "End the Border Catastrophe Act," incorporating essential elements from H.R. 2, the "Secure the Border Act of 2023," a bill he authored and sponsored.Díaz-Balart criticized the Biden Administration's handling of the border situation, stating, "For more than three years, President Biden and his Administration have sat on their hands and just watched the ongoing crisis at our southern border get worse; ignoring the dangerous implications on the safety and security of the American people and...

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Salazar Praises Revista Semana’s Vicky Dávila for Journalistic Bravery in Colombia

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 18, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Today, Reps. María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) and Carlos A. Giménez (R-FL) honored Vicky Dávila, director of Revista Semana, for her dedication to quality investigative journalism in Colombia amidst challenges faced under President Gustavo Petro's administration."It is an honor to receive Vicky Dávila in the U.S. Capitol, the heart of American democracy," said Rep. Salazar. "We in Congress are here to defend journalists like Vicky and to defend Colombia’s honor."Last year, President Petro criticized the Colombian press, accusing them of "misinforming the...

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Congresswoman Salazar Commends Vicky Dávila of Revista Semana for Journalistic Courage in Colombia

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 18, 2024

Representative Maria Elvira Salazar and Carlos A. Giménez honored Vicky Dávila, director of the Colombian news outlet Revista Semana, for her dedication to quality investigative journalism amidst challenges in Colombia. Salazar stated, “It is an honor to welcome Vicky Dávila to the United States Capitol, the heart of American democracy. We in Congress are here to defend journalists like Vicky and uphold the honor of Colombia.”Last year, Colombian President Gustavo Petro caused shockwaves by suggesting that the press in his country was spreading misinformation. Salazar, as...

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Did Miami-Dade County students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year Math FAST tests?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 18, 2024

Miami-Dade County FAST results are in, and 59% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Díaz-Balart's Statement on Series of Security Supplemental Bills

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 17, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs of the House Committee on Appropriations, expressed his support for a series of critical security supplemental bills in a recent statement."As Chairman of the subcommittee that provides funds for national security and foreign assistance priorities, I am proud to be an original cosponsor of these important pieces of legislation," stated Congressman Díaz-Balart.Highlighting the threats posed by countries like communist...

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U.S. Congressional Czech Caucus Co-Chairs Meet with Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.–U.S. Representatives and Co-Chairs of the Congressional Czech Caucus, Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL) and Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), recently met with the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Petr Fiala, in a significant diplomatic encounter. The meeting included discussions on various national security matters and shared objectives between the two nations.The co-chairs expressed their gratitude, stating, "As co-chairs of the Congressional Czech Republic Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives, we were honored to welcome the Prime Minister, Petr Fiala of the...

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ELA FAST Expectations: 43% of students in Osceola County meet or exceed in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 17, 2024

Osceola County FAST results are in, and 43% of school students were proficient in ELA in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Miami-Dade County: How many students passed on their ELA FAST test in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 16, 2024

Miami-Dade County FAST results are in, and 52.7% of school students were proficient in ELA in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Cole, Díaz-Balart, Calvert, Rogers, McCaul, Turner Support Passage of the Supplemental

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.–  House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), House Appropriations State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL), House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA),  House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL), House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mike Turner (R-OH) have voiced their support for the passage of the full national security supplemental.Cole emphasized the importance of passing...

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Díaz-Balart, Donalds, and Franklin Lead Florida Congressional Delegation Letter to Protect Sacred and Precious Access to the Big Cypress National Preserve

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 15, 2024

In a bipartisan effort, Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart, along with Representatives Byron Donalds and Scott Franklin, have spearheaded a letter to the Biden administration urging the protection of the Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida. The letter, supported by 15 additional colleagues from Florida, emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the preserve from potential wilderness designation by the current administration.Rep. Díaz-Balart highlighted the significance of the preserve, stating, "As we approach the 50th Anniversary of the Big Cypress National Preserve, it...

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Which former North Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 14, 2024

These former North Miami-Dade News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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North Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the North Miami-Dade News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Salazar Honors OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro’s Legacy Fighting Antisemitism in Latin America

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) honored the tenure and legacy of Luis Almagro as the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), highlighting his work in combating the rise of antisemitism in Latin America following the Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israeli civilians on October 7, 2023.In a statement, Chairwoman Salazar expressed her frustration with the international response to antisemitism, stating, "It is frustrating that the heads of state who have persecuted Israel the most are the...

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Congresista Salazar Pays Tribute to the Legacy of Luis Almagro, OAS Secretary General, in the Fight Against Antisemitism in Latin America

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the chair of the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee, Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar (R-FL), honored the mandate and legacy of Luis Almagro as Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS), highlighting his work in combating the rise of antisemitism in Latin America following the terrorist attack led by Hamas against Israeli civilians on October 7, 2023."In a time when antisemitism threatens Jewish communities throughout the Western Hemisphere, dedicated leaders like Secretary General Almagro are valuable partners for the United...

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Salazar Joins Speaker Mike Johnson, Republican Leadership to Stand with Israel and Denounce One-Sided Pressure for Ceasefire

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 11, 2024

Rep. María Elvira Salazar, along with Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republican leaders, held a press conference in Washington, D.C. to express their support for Israel and denounce one-sided pressure for a ceasefire in the conflict with Hamas.“We must send the unequivocal message to the International Community that we stand with the only democracy in the Middle East, Israel – through our words, our resolutions, and our actions as a nation,” said Rep. Salazar.“Joe Biden is seemingly more concerned with placating the anti-semitism in his base than standing with our...

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Congresista Salazar y liderazgo republicano apoyan a Israel y denuncian presiones para alto el fuego unilateral

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – La representante María Elvira Salazar (R-FL) se unió al presidente de la Cámara de Representantes Mike Johnson (R-LA), al líder de la mayoría Steve Scalise (R-LA), al líder Tom Emmer (R-MN) y al vicepresidente de la conferencia Blake Moore (R- UT) en una Conferencia de Prensa para denunciar las presiones unilaterales para un alto el fuego en la guerra contra Hamas y reiterar su apoyo al Estado judío de Israel.En sus declaraciones, la representante Salazar expresó: “Debemos enviar el mensaje inequívoco a la comunidad internacional de que apoyamos a la...

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Mario Díaz-Balart Advocates for Strong U.S. Foreign Policy in Op-Ed

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 10, 2024

In an op-ed published by the Miami Herald, U.S. Representative Mario Díaz-Balart emphasized the importance of robust foreign policy measures, stating, "Americans deserve better than a weak and confused foreign policy."Díaz-Balart highlighted the significance of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, in reestablishing American leadership and addressing critical national security concerns. He noted, "This important legislation advances freedom, manifests strong solidarity with our allies, and stands firm against the malign forces that undermine U.S. national...

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House of Representatives Passes Salazar’s Legislation to Protect Migratory Birds of the Americas

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 10, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House of Representatives has passed legislation aimed at protecting migratory birds in the Americas, particularly in South Florida and other regions, championed by Rep. María Elvira Salazar from Florida.The legislation, known as the Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act, has garnered bipartisan support and aims to ensure the conservation of iconic bird species for future generations. Rep. Salazar highlighted the importance of this legislation, stating, “Migratory birds provide innumerable ecological, economic, and...