Early morning fire in restoration area

The St. Augustine Fire Department responded to a report from police at the scene of a commercial structure fire that occurred in the Colonial Spanish Quarter at about 2:00 a.m. this morning according to a report received by Historic City News.

Community

Papa Harry’s Diner invests in northside

Many Historic City News readers either work near, or visit, the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center or St. Johns County Administration complex on a regular basis; and, for many years, they were regular customers at Stephanie’s restaurant located at 4508 US-1 North.

Business

Extensive fire loss at Hastings home

Lieutenant Jeremy Robshaw, St. Johns County Fire Rescue Public Information Officer, reported to Historic City News that firefighters received an E-911 call reporting a working structure fire in Hastings around 6:45 p.m. last night.

Community

Foundation welcomes Chubin as intern

Historic City News learned that the St. Johns County Education Foundation has welcomed Flagler College student Katy Chubin as their new Integrated Marketing Specialist Intern, according to an announcement from Alaina Cordes.

Community

Alaimo announces Young Republican meeting

Club President, Roy A. Alaimo, reported to Historic City News that St. Johns Young Republicans will hold this month’s meeting on Tuesday, August 16th, at JP Henley’s located in downtown St. Augustine.

Community

County hires Director of Economic Development

Communication Manager Karen Pan notified local Historic City News reporters that despite the “hiring chill” and budget shortage, County Administrator Michael Wanchick has hired a new employee who he believes will help increase economic development in the county.

Government