HISTORIC CITY NEWS

New York Times still pursuing homicide coverup by David Shoar

When Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Walt Bogdanich, from the New York Times, returned to St Augustine in April, he contacted Historic City News editor Michael Gold as part of his ongoing reporting on the mishandling of the September 2, 2010 homicide investigation of 24-year-old Michelle O’Connell by St Johns County Sheriff David B. Shoar.

Editorials

FDOT road repairs and maintenance report

Historic City News was notified by Florida Department of Transportation Public Information Officer, Debbie Delgado, that traffic will be impacted at the following St Augustine and St Johns County locations where roadwork is being conducted. Be alert to lane closures and temporary detours, as well as increased congestion in these areas. FDOT employees and contractors…

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Community

Editorial: Stop clowning around with taxpayer’s money

Remember last year when Todd Neville and Nancy Sikes-Kline stopped Mayor Shaver from getting money moved from the mobility “study” account to the street paving account in the city budget? Remember when City “Manager” John Regan argued against adding money to street paving?

Editorials

Alumni association announces scholarship winners

Patricia Ponder, a spokesperson for the St. Augustine/Ketterlinus High School Alumni Association, reported to Historic City News the announcement of this year’s scholarship winners.

Community

Todd Neville ignores public concerns over development

With Commissioner Leanna Freeman absent Monday night, the three attending commissioners approved a motion by Todd Neville to ignore nearly an hour of public comment dominated by speakers opposing the San Marco Hotel plans.

Government

Hastings dissolution ordinance will go to voters

During a meeting tonight of the Town of Hastings, commission members voted 4-1 in favor of directing the Town Attorney to prepare an ordinance to appear on the ballot allowing Hastings voters to decide whether or not to dissolve the incorporated city.

Government

Seining in Guana Lake is perfect for the family

Historic City News readers are invited to join staff and volunteers at the north or south boat launch (depending on the tide) at the Guana Dam Recreational Area for a free family seining activity on July 8th and 22nd from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Community

What’s the secret to running a home-based business?

What’s the secret to running a home-based business? Kelly K. Spors Special to Historic City News Starting and running a business out of your house has many rewards: no commute, less time-sucking small talk, no missed time with your family.

Business