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Posted on: November 28, 2023

Sgt. James Sharkey recognized for coordinating county's largest ever active shooter exercise

Photo, from left, of Chief of Police Eric Feldman, Sergeant James Sharkey, and Mayor Fred Cleveland

Mayor Fred Cleveland joined Chief of Police Eric Feldman shortly after opening the City Commission's Nov. 28 regular meeting to award a Commendation Certificate and plaque to Sergeant James Sharkey for his planning and implementation of the large...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: November 15, 2023

Help eliminate mosquito breeding sites by dropping off old tires on Dec. 2

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Volusia County Mosquito Control is hosting two tire amnesty events to remove old tires from residents’ properties, which serve as common mosquito breeding grounds. Residents can dispose of up to 20 tires per person during the events at no charge.

The event...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: November 27, 2023

"A Christmas Back Home" Parade ready to roll at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 2

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This year's Christmas Parade featuring the theme "A Christmas Back Home" will delight residents and visitors alike when it starts proceeding west from the intersection of Flagler Avenue & South Atlantic Avenue at 4:30 p.m. Saturday,...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: November 22, 2023

Learn about proposed historic preservation updates at Dec. 5 public forum

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New Smyrna Beach is beloved for its historic charm, which we’re proud to support through property tax exemptions, preservation grants, annual awards, and other incentives. Another part of this effort includes regularly updating local historic pr...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: October 27, 2023

Detwiler Park sports courts closed for upgrades through Dec. 6

Photo of the sports courts on Detwiler Park in New Smyrna Beach with the City Seal and text that rea

The sports courts on Detwiler Park, located at 701 Oakwood Ave. in Central Beach, will close to repair lights and replace fencing from Nov. 21 to Dec. 6.

Would you like to know more? Please follow New Smyrna Beach Leisure Services on Face...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: November 28, 2023

Nonprofits invited to apply for city homeless & disadvantaged grants before Dec. 15

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Homelessness deprives individuals of security and stability while limiting access to employment, healthcare, and other important resources. That's why we're proud to announce the extension of a $33,000 city grant program that provides up...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: October 26, 2023

Watch the Parking Task Force's final report & recommendations to city leaders

Photo of a parking sign at the intersection of Buenos Aires Street and Flagler Avenue in New Smyrna

Following a Parking Task Force report based on six months of analysis, city commissioners agreed to begin the process of hiring a consultant "to look at total mobility issues within the city" during their Oct. 24 special meeting. Watch video rep...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: September 18, 2023

City now accepting 2023 historic preservation award nominations

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The Historic New Smyrna Beach Preservation Commission is pleased to announce it is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Donnadine Miller Memorial Historic Preservation Award. Awards are given annually to one single family residential property and one no...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Report prolonged train crossing blockages here

Photo of a freight train stopped in front of a railroad crossing sign

The hot topic of prolonged train crossing blockages along U.S. 1 in New Smyrna Beach was addressed by Interim Chief of Police Eric Feldman during yesterday's March 21 town hall with Vice Mayor & Zone 4 Commissioner Randy Hartman.

"It is a major is...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: September 20, 2023

Coastal homeowners eligible for up to $100M in hurricane restoration reimbursement grants

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The Hurricane Restoration Reimbursement Grant Program administered by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection will distribute up to $100 million to qualifying coastal homeowners to help remedy the damages from coastal erosion sustained from Hur...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Youth Council Task Force seeking artists to paint fire hydrants

Photo of a fire hydrant painted with imagery from the classic Pac Man video game

With the application window to paint a new round of decorative shark statues now closed, the Youth Council Task Force is still seeking artists to paint 15 fire hydrants located throughout the city.

Applicants must be a Volusia County resident and at least ...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: November 21, 2023

South pickleball court on Pettis Park closed due to rain damage

Photo of taped off damage at the tennis courts on Pettis Park

The south pickleball court on Pettis Park, located at 800 Mary Ave. in the city's Historic Westside neighborhood, has been closed due to damage caused by persistent rain. The north tennis & pickleball court remains open as staff work to estab...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: November 20, 2023

New Smyrna Beach Skyfest 2024 canceled; read the details here

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New Smyrna Beach Skyfest 2024, announced last May to take place over the April 5-7 weekend next year, has been canceled. Please see the statement below released via the event's Facebook page earlier today for details.

Sad news today folks. The air...

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City of NSB News
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Funding available to help clean up local brownfields through 2024

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Do you know of a property complicated by the presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant that has potential for reuse and/or redevelopment? Learn how the Southeast Volusia Corridor Improvement Coalition's Brownfields Assessment Program is...

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