HISTORIC CITY NEWS 2013

North City home total loss following afternoon fire

A three-alarm residential structure fire broke out this afternoon at the home of 74-year-old Mary K. Wiggins in the Hildreth Back Bay subdivision in North City; the devastation from the flames rendered the house a total loss in less than 30 minutes.

Public Safety

Assistance locating two missing Flagler Estates teens

Jim Neuenfeldt reported to Historic City News this afternoon that the search is continuing in Flagler Estates for two local teenagers who have gone missing and have not been heard from since about 4:35 p.m. on Friday January 11.

Public Safety

Picasso tickets go on sale next week

Historic City News was notified that tickets will go on sale next week to view the works of art from the Picasso Foundation, located in Málaga, Spain, when they are displayed in the St Augustine Visitor Information Center between February 1 and May 11, 2013.

Community

American Indian group to rally at Castillo

Prior to a presentation before the St Augustine City Commission, Historic City News has learned that the American Indian Movement of Florida, Ancient Trees, and others, will encircle Castillo de San Marcos as part of a demonstration titled, “Do Something Right for Once”.

Community

St Augustine Railway Historical Society meeting

St Augustine Railway Historical Society invited Historic City News readers to attend their next regular monthly meeting being held on Thursday, January 24, 2013.

Community

Dog still breathing after being stabbed by owner

A horrific incident of animal cruelty occurred last night, ending with a St Bernard mix dog being transported to Atlantic Veterinarian Hospital for emergency surgery — and its owner being transported to the St Johns County Detention Facility; where he remains in custody.

Public Safety

Manhunt for assailant of 84-year-old St Augustine man

An 84-year-old man living off Lewis Speedway, north of St Augustine, was attacked in the early evening hours of Saturday January 12, and St Johns County Sheriff’s detectives are asking Historic City News readers for assistance identifying his assailant.

Public Safety

Island library joins Great Backyard Bird Count

Over the last couple of years, Harold George informed local Historic City News reporters that the Anastasia Island Library has witnessed a huge response to their programs that focus on the environment, birds and our natural resources.

Community