Warrant sweep targets narcotics dealers

Sheriff David B. Shoar informed Historic City News local reporters and media today that the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit held an arrest warrant sweep this morning — looking to net over twenty alleged narcotics dealers.

Public Safety

Shuey attempts escape en-route to court

A daring escape attempt ended in the re-arrest and additional charges placed against a man already convicted in St. Johns County and serving two life sentences; according to news reports verified by Historic City News today.

Public Safety

Regan reveals larger plans as memorial approved

As St. Augustine’s City Commission members discussed differences of opinion on cost, location, scope and the ability to raise private donations to pay for an Andrew Young Memorial, Historic City News reporters watched as the City Manager provided another consideration.

Government

City seeks $2.5 million transit in parks grant

Historic City News learned at last night’s City Commission meeting in St. Augustine, that the city will apply for an estimated $2.5 million in federal funds for “planning and implementation” of scaled back traffic and pedestrian improvements along the bayfront.

Government

Arrest made for maintaining a drug dwelling

Community Affairs Officer Barbara Stevens reported to Historic City News that the St. Augustine Police Department served a search warrant at the residence of 209 Flagler Boulevard where officers confiscated cocaine, drug paraphernalia, and methadone.

Public Safety

Ribbon cutting at Palencia Fitness Center

Mori Hosseini, Chairman and CEO of ICI Homes, updated Historic City News today on the ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremonies held Wednesday, March 30th, for the new state-of-the-art swim and fitness center at Palencia.

Community

Saviak appointed to Judicial Nominating Commission

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio announced to Historic City News this morning that St. Augustine resident and Florida property rights advocate, 39 year-old Carol Saviak, has been appointed to serve as a member of the federal Judicial Nominating Commission for the Middle District of Florida.

Community