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News from December 2023

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Which former St. Pete Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1?

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 30, 2023

These former St. Pete Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1.

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St. Pete Standard area weekly mass times

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 30, 2023

The following parishes in the St. Pete Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Pinellas County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Dec. 23, 2023

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 30, 2023

There were four reported residential sales in Pinellas County in the week ending Dec. 23, 2023, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Free Christmas Tree Collection Begins in St. Petersburg

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 29, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg has announced that it will be offering free collection of live Christmas trees as part of a one-time, city-wide event. Starting on Saturday, January 6, residents can have their trees collected for free until Friday, February 2.To ensure that the collection process goes smoothly, the city has provided some guidelines. First and foremost, it is important to remove all lights, ornaments, garland, tree stands, plastic tree disposal bags, and any other decorations from the tree. The city also recommends reusing lights and ornaments or donating them...

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City of St. Petersburg Announces Holiday Closures and Trash/Recycling Collection Adjustments

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 28, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg has announced the closure of certain facilities and adjustments to trash and recycling collection in observance of New Year's Day on Monday, January 1, 2024.In accordance with the holiday closure, a spokesperson from the City of St. Petersburg stated, "Certain City facilities and services will be closed on Monday, January 1, 2024, in observance of New Year's Day."Residents are advised that there will be changes to the regular trash and recycling collection schedule. Trash and recycling collections that are typically scheduled for Monday will...

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Get Involved: Available Seats on City of St. Petersburg Boards & Committees

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 27, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg has multiple boards and committees with vacancies that are seeking residents to serve.

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Your Guide to New Year's Eve in Downtown St. Pete

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 27, 2023

St. Petersburg, FL (December 27, 2023) - With the New Year just around the corner, downtown St. Pete is gearing up for a spectacular celebration. From fireworks to events, here's your guide to making the most of New Year's Eve in downtown St. Pete.The highlight of the evening will be the City of St. Petersburg's annual New Year’s Eve fireworks show, set to begin at 12 a.m. on January 1, weather permitting. The 20-minute display will take place along St. Pete's downtown waterfront parks, with the fireworks being launched from Vinoy Park. This dazzling spectacle is not to...

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St. Pete Fire Rescue Spreads Holiday Cheer!

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 25, 2023

St. Petersburg Fire Rescue is spreading holiday cheer to families affected by home fires this year!

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Facility Holiday Closures & Trash/Recycling Collection Adjustments

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 25, 2023

Certain City facilities and services will be closed on Monday, December 25, 2023, in observance of Christmas.

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Which former St. Pete Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25?

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 23, 2023

These former St. Pete Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25.

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Pinellas County home sales during week ending Dec. 16

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 23, 2023

There were two reported residential sales in Pinellas County in the week ending Dec. 16, according to BlockShopper.com.

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St. Pete Standard area weekly mass times

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 23, 2023

The following parishes in the St. Pete Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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St. Pete Fire Rescue Spreads Holiday Cheer to Families Affected by Home Fires

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 22, 2023

On December 22, 2023, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue went above and beyond to spread holiday cheer to families who had been affected by home fires. The department, in collaboration with Santa Claus, delivered holiday dinners and toys to four St. Pete families who had tragically lost their homes and personal belongings earlier this year.The initiative to bring joy to these families has been a longstanding tradition for St. Petersburg Fire Rescue. For over 25 years, the department has been distributing toys to children in need and assisting families affected by home fires. This...

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City Facilities and Services Closed on Christmas Day

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 21, 2023

Certain City facilities and services in St. Petersburg, Florida, will be closed on Monday, December 25, 2023, in observance of Christmas. This closure includes residential trash and recycling collection adjustments.According to a statement released by the city, "Residential trash and recycling collection regularly scheduled for Monday will be made on Tuesday. Tuesday collections will be made on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday collections remain the same."Residents are advised to visit the official website, stpete.org/holidayclosures, for more information regarding the...

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City of St. Petersburg Seeking Residents to Serve on Boards and Committees

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 20, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg in Florida is actively looking for residents to serve on various boards and committees. These vacancies provide an opportunity for individuals to get involved in shaping the future of the city and making a positive impact in their community.One such committee is the Consolidated Plan Application Review Committee (CPARC). This committee, comprised of City Council Members and private citizens, reviews applications submitted for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). CPARC...

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Licensing: which professional licenses in Pinellas County expire in November?

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 20, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in November in Pinellas County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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City of St. Petersburg Coastal Flooding Update - Tuesday, Dec. 19

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 20, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg’s low lying areas experienced approximately 2-3 feet of storm surge on Sunday, Dec. 17.

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City of St. Petersburg Introduces New Resources for Renters

By St. Pete Standard Report | Dec 19, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg has developed St. Petersburg’s Guide for Renters, a new resource to help St. Pete residents through the rental process - from finding the right place to finding legal help if needed.

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City of St. Petersburg Provides Update on Coastal Flooding Recovery

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 19, 2023

The City of St. Petersburg has provided an update on the recovery efforts following the coastal flooding that occurred on Sunday, December 17. Several neighborhoods, including Shore Acres, Snell Isle, and Riviera Bay, were impacted by the storm surge, which reached approximately 2-3 feet.City street sweeping teams have been working diligently to clean the streets in the affected areas. As of Tuesday, December 19, all impacted areas have been swept and cleaned. In addition, city teams have conducted damage assessments and determined that the damage was limited to the...

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Cold Night Shelters Activating Tonight in St. Pete

By St. Pete Standard | Dec 19, 2023

Cold night shelters in St. Pete will be open on Tuesday night, Dec. 19, the Homeless Leadership Alliance has announced. The shelters will open at the times shown below. Shelter guests are accepted until the shelter is full. All sites provide a warm and safe place to sleep, and many sites also serve a meal. Shelters are activated when the National Weather Service expects the “feels like” temperature to hit 40 degrees or below across the county between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m.The following cold weather shelters in St. Pete are available to adult men and women:- Allendale United...