A 70-year-old Cuban national living illegally in the United States was sentenced Wednesday to six years in state prison for sexually assaulting a teenager in Flagler County. Jose Valerio-Rodriguez pleaded…
Local Scout Troop Gets Behind-the-Scenes Look at Palm Coast Water Facilities
Twenty-three Scouts and parents from Troop 281 recently toured two Palm Coast utility facilities as part of their journey toward earning Eagle Scout rank. The City of Palm Coast Utility…
Flagler County Fugitive Extradited from North Carolina Sentenced to 10 Years for Sex Crime
A 72-year-old man who fled to North Carolina before being personally extradited to Florida by Sheriff Rick Staly has been convicted and sentenced to prison for attempted sexual battery. Kermit…
Palm Coast Welcomes New City Manager as Residents Raise Concerns Over Records and Development
The Palm Coast City Council held its first business meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, January 6, welcoming new City Manager McLaughlin while addressing resident complaints about deleted city records, noise…
Two Women Arrested in Separate Aggravated Assault Cases Over Weekend
Flagler deputies make 13 arrests, handle 853 calls for service Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies made 13 arrests and handled 853 calls for service between Friday evening, January 2, and…
Free Storm Spotter Training Class Coming to Flagler County in February
National Weather Service course teaches residents to identify and report severe weather Flagler County Emergency Management will host a free Skywarn Storm Spotter class on Monday, February 2, allowing residents…
Will Furry Announces Re-Election Bid for Flagler County School Board
Board member ends congressional campaign, citing redistricting uncertainty Will Furry has announced he will seek re-election to the Flagler County School Board after suspending his campaign for U.S. Congress. Furry…
Luck of the Pickle Pickleball Tournament Returns to Palm Coast in March
Three-day event open to all skill levels at Southern Recreation Center The City of Palm Coast is inviting pickleball players of all abilities to compete in the “Luck of the…
Palm Coast City Council Business Meeting on January 6, at 6:00 p.m.
The Palm Coast City Council meets regularly to discuss and vote on official City business. These meetings are open to the public, and Palm Coast residents are strongly encouraged to…
Home Health Aide Arrested for Stealing Cash and Debit Card From Senior in Her Care
Investigation reveals $694 in theft from HarborChase resident A home health aide has been arrested after a month-long investigation found she stole cash and a debit card from a senior…
Billie Holiday Returns to City Repertory Theatre Stage in Award-Winning Play
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill runs January 9-18 as part of theater’s 15th anniversary season City Repertory Theatre is bringing back the Tony Award-winning play “Lady Day at…
Kidnapping Charges Added Against Sex Offender Who Held 11-Year-Old at Campsite for Days
Child told deputies he believed he would be killed; citizen tip led to rescue Additional charges including kidnapping and aggravated child abuse have been filed against a registered sex offender…
Flagler County Detention Deputy Arrested for Battery in Daytona Beach on New Year’s Eve
Award-winning deputy suspended without pay pending outcome of criminal case A Flagler County Sheriff’s Office detention deputy was arrested overnight in Daytona Beach on a misdemeanor domestic battery charge following…
Traffic Stop Leads to Two Arrests, Recovery of Missing Child After Chase Through Flagler County
Registered sex offender attempted to grab deputy’s gun; teen driver rammed patrol vehicle. A traffic stop on New Year’s Eve resulted in two arrests and the recovery of a missing…
Palm Coast’s First Mayor Jim Canfield Dies at 96
The leader guided the community through the incorporation and the early years of city government James “Jim” Canfield, who served as Palm Coast’s first mayor and helped lead the community…
Flagler County Kicks Off Fourth Year of Guided Nature Walks at Princess Place Preserve
January 8 hike features a visit to an active bald eagle nest Flagler County Land Management is launching its fourth year of the “A Walk in the Park” guided tour…
Cold Weather Shelter Extends Operations Through New Year’s Day
The Sheltering Tree adds Thursday night as freezing temperatures persist The Sheltering Tree announced Monday morning that it will extend cold-weather shelter operations through Thursday night as low temperatures are…
St. Augustine Man Arrested for Sexual Assault of Minor in Flagler County
The victim reported being frozen in fear during the attack; the suspect was held without bond A 54-year-old St. Augustine man has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a…
Flagler Deputies Arrest Woman for Drug Possession, Stop Wrong-Way Driver Three Times Over Legal Limit
Weekend roundup includes 10 arrests, 671 calls for service ahead of New Year’s Eve Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies made 10 arrests and handled 671 calls for service between Friday…
Cold Weather Shelter Opens Three Nights as Temperatures Drop Below 40 Degrees
The Sheltering Tree offers overnight refuge and transportation for those without heat The Sheltering Tree cold weather shelter will open tonight and remain available through Wednesday night as overnight temperatures…
