Uncivil War of the Mayors? Let Us Know, Safety Harbor

An article in the Tampa Bay Times implies there is a feud going on behind the scenes between the current and former mayors.

DOMA Struck Down; Safety Harbor Area Reacts

DOMA is the law barring the federal government from recognizing same-sex marriages legalized by the states.

Safety Harbor Residents Sound Off on Election Change

A cost-saving measure also would lengthen the terms of two commissioners who support the idea.

Safety Harbor Residents Sound Off on Election Change

A cost-saving measure also would lengthen the terms of two commissioners who support the idea.

Have Cup of Coffee With Mayor Joe Ayoub

The mayor is hosting an informal meet and greet at the Paradise Restaurant on July 9th at 8:15 a.m.

Commission Approves 2014 Election Move

The contentious issue of whether or not to move the election from March to November passed by a 3-2 vote Monday night.

Will Safety Harbor Reschedule Its Election?

A proposal to move the 2014 city election from March to coincide with county elections in November has rankled some residents.

Safety Harbor Adopts Flavored Tobacco Resolution

The city commission became the sixth governing body in the area to urge local retailers to stop selling flavored tobacco products in their stores.

City Commission Meeting Tonight

The Safety Harbor City Commission meets on Monday night at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Who Cast Votes in 2012 Election in Florida?

The interactive U.S. voting map shows who the Florida voters were in the 2012 presidential election. You may be surprised by the results.

Firmenich Proposal Rejected by Board of County Commissioners (UPDATED)

The board, acting as the Countywide Planning Authority, unanimously voted against approving the Richman Group's proposal by a vote of 7-0.

Firmenich Protesters Decrease In Size, Not Spirit

While Monday's event didn't attract as big a crowd as a previous one did, participants are as steadfast as ever in their fight against the proposed Richman Group development.

Firmenich Proposal Goes Before Board of County Commissioners Today

The BCC is set to vote on the Richman Group's proposal at the Pinellas County Courthouse this morning.

Firmenich Vigil Monday In Advance of County Decision Tuesday

Opponents of the Richman Group’s proposal will gather at the citrus center property Monday evening prior to the Board of County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday.

Texting Ban Passes: Will it Make Safety Harbor Roads Safer?

The Florida Senate recently approved a measure that would make it against the law to text while driving. Do you think it will improve the safety of local roads?

Safety Harbor Mother Speaks Out Against Assisted Living Facility

Annie Aponte's daughter, who has autism, lived at the facility. She has been identified as an abuse victim in court documnets. The state is revoking the facility's license.

Rick Blake Settles Into Downtown Safety Harbor

The city commissioner recently moved his real estate office to Main Street, where he’s closer not only to City Hall, but to his new baby as well.

Ann Scott Visits Safety Harbor Public Library

The wife of Florida’s governor appeared on Monday to show support for the library’s lauded Deaf Literacy Center.

Firmenich Proposal Protest Scheduled for May 6

The candlelight event will take place on the eve of the Board of County Commissioners meeting on the issue.

Oak Avenue 'No Parking' Request Receives Commission Approval

The zone will be in place on the east side of the road from Main Street to the entrance to Los Prados condominiums.

Charging for Public Streetlights Sparks Debate

Residents on streets with public lighting pay $50.97 for the service.

Harbor Bar Deck Issue Sparks Debate in Safety Harbor

The plan to allow the downtown bar to build an adjacent deck on city property is put on hold after residents express displeasure with the agreement at the City Commission meeting.

Harbor Bar to Use City Land for Addition

The $25,000 deck would be open to public use during certain daytime hours but limited late afternoon and night to paying customers.

City Commission Meeting Tonight

A 'no parking' zone and a resolution regarding meeting invocations are some of the items on tonight's agenda.

Firmenich Proposal Approved by Pinellas Planning Council

The 13-member board voted 8-5 in favor of the Richman Group’s plan to build a 246-unit apartment complex on S.R. 590 in Safety Harbor.

Firmenich Proposal OK'd by Pinellas Planning Council

The county board, made up of local officials, approved the Richman Group's plan to develop the Safety Harbor property by a vote of 8-5.

Firmenich Proposal Goes Before Pinellas Planning Council Today

The Richman Group’s plan to develop the Safety Harbor citrus center property is now in the hands of county officials.

Health Report: Two-Thirds of Pinellas Adults Overweight

The report also stated 16 percent of Pinellas adults could not afford to see a doctor in 2010.

Sen. Nelson Vows to Support Gay Marriage

'If we are endowed by our creator with rights, then why shouldn't those be attainable by gays and lesbians?' Sen. Bill Nelson told the Tampa Bay Times.

Safety Harbor City Manager Accused of Ethics Violations

The violations center around Matt Spoor's brief time in St. Petersburg as its budget director and his return to Safety Harbor.

City To Pay Extra $100K For South Bayshore Project

The additional charges relate to unforeseen costs, bringing to total cost of the stormwater drainage project to more than $2.3 million.

Does Safety Harbor Have a Stormwater Problem?

What should be done to help with stormwater drainage in Pinellas County?

City Commission Meeting Is Tonight

Dedications and nominations dominate this week's agenda.

VIDEO: Chair Welch's State of Pinellas Address

Pinellas County Commission Chair Ken Welch delivered the State of Pinellas address this week.

$25,000 Reward in Missing Fort Bragg Soldier Case

Pfc. Kelli Bordeaux disappeared nearly a year ago. The call for help extends from Florida to Fayetteville.

FHSAA Warns Bill Would Make High School Athletes 'Free Agents'

The organization said the bill would be 'dangerous' and 'damaging' to high school athletics.

Safety Harbor Getting New Recycling Bins?

Watch the video to learn about Safety Harbor's recycling program.

Waterfront Park Strategy Discussed at City Commission Meeting

The commission talked about the funding and phasing aspects of the project, which is estimated to cost $6.3 million to complete.

City Commission Meeting Is Tonight

Recognition for Safety Harbor Middle School teacher Joanne Wright and a strategy for the waterfront park are some of the items on the agenda tonight.

Health Clinic for the Homeless to be Built

The health clinic will be located near the Pinellas County Jail and the county homeless shelter.