Police to hold seminar on protecting families from online sexual predators

Jan 5, 2009

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, as of Sept., 2008, there were 665,000 registered sex offenders in this country, 49,000 of whom live in Florida. Now consider that the dividing lines between states and even countries disappear when those offenders communicate with someone else online. How confident are you that the members of your family are protected against such communications? Read more.

After 5 LIVE! begins in January, featuring music, a car show and more

Dec 22, 2008

The holidays will soon be a memory, but the festivities at the Civic Center won’t end when the year does. Read more.

Start gathering items for Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

Dec 12, 2008

The New Year is a perfect time for residents to clean out their garages and sheds, getting rid of all those household hazardous waste items in a very safe manner. Read more.

Restaurant opportunity now available at Saints Golf Course

Dec 29, 2008

The City of Port St. Lucie announces an opportunity for qualified restaurateurs to provide “golfer friendly” food, beverage and banquet facilities at the popular Saints of Port St. Lucie Golf Course, located at 2601 S.E. Morningside Blvd. Read more.

Enjoy “Coffee with the Mayor” on Jan. 9

Dec 24, 2008

The next "Coffee with the Mayor" event is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 9 at 8:30 a.m. in the Port St. Lucie Community Center, 2195 S.E. Airoso Blvd. Read more.

Register now for PAL Track Club

Dec 23, 2008

The New Year is a great time to get in shape and have fun doing it, so come join the only track club in Port St. Lucie.  In its first year, the Police Athletic League’s Track Club is now accepting registrations for boys and girls ages seven to 17. Read more.

Arbor Day Foundation awards city with prestigious Growth Award

Dec 23, 2008

For the fourth year running, the National Arbor Day Foundation has named Port St. Lucie a “Tree City USA” community, honoring the city’s commitment to community forestry. Read more.

Notice of public meeting on county’s public transit system

Dec 23, 2008

St. Lucie County’s public transit provider, Treasure Coast Connector “+”, has announced a public information meeting to be held at two locations in the county.  The objective of the meetings is to invite public comment on the agency’s proposed new Port St. Lucie east/west fixed route connections.  Transportation will be provided if individuals register at least 24 hours prior to the meetings. Read more.

Planning and Zoning Design Standards Workshop set

Dec 22, 2008

The City of Port St. Lucie’s Planning and Zoning Board has announced the scheduling of a Design Standards workshop, to be held immediately following the board’s regular meeting set for Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 1:30 p.m. The meeting and workshop will take place in City Council Chambers, 121 S.W. Port St. Lucie Blvd., Building A. Read more.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration planned

Dec 22, 2008

The City of Port St. Lucie Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Whispering Pines Park with an afternoon of family activities. Admission to the event is free. Read more.

City offers free class to explain land development application review process

Dec 19, 2008

When residents are planning to apply for land development review in Port St. Lucie for any type of construction, they are often unsure of what the city requires in order to approve the changes. There are many issues to consider, such as zoning, permitting, building codes, environmental concerns and a lot more. Read more.

Neighborhood Stabilization Plan Workshop and review of amendment to CDBG action plan meeting held Nov. 17

Nov. 18, 2008

The Port St. Lucie City Council unanimously approved the Neighborhood Stabilization Program substantial amendment to the Community Development Block Grant action plan at a public workshop on Monday. The meeting was held to discuss the city’s proposed plans for utilizing $13.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). View the city’s amendment. The funds will be used to purchase foreclosed or abandoned homes under HUD’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program. Read more.