New Smyrna Beach park featuring pickleball facility, off-leash dog run opening soon. Here’s when
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach park featuring pickleball facility, off-leash dog run opening soon. Here’s whenA new park in New Smyrna Beach featuring a combined pickleball facility and off-leash dog run is set to open soon.
New Smyrna Beach rejects proposal to allow peddle pubs
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach rejects proposal to allow peddle pubsThe New Smyrna Beach City Commission on Tuesday unanimously voted down a proposed ordinance that would have allowed “peddle pubs,” formally referred to by the city as commercial mega-cycles, to operate on local streets.
New Smyrna Beach faces final vote on ‘pedal pubs’ amid concerns
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach faces final vote on ‘pedal pubs’ amid concernsCity officials say the concept does not fit the area’s narrow and busy streets, and the slow-moving vehicles could create traffic problems and safety issues.
Floating dock construction starts at North Causeway boat ramps in New Smyrna Beach
Read full article: Floating dock construction starts at North Causeway boat ramps in New Smyrna BeachCrews will begin replacing docks damaged by hurricanes and boating mishaps at North Causeway’s eastside boat ramps with a modern floating system starting Monday, according to New Smyrna Beach officials.
Man reported missing out of Volusia after jail release, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Man reported missing out of Volusia after jail release, sheriff’s office saysA man reported missing out of Volusia County hasn’t been seen or heard from since early February, according to the sheriff’s office.
New Smyrna Beach police increase neighborhood patrols after thieves target unlocked vehicles
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach police increase neighborhood patrols after thieves target unlocked vehiclesThe New Smyrna Beach Police Department emphasized that all of the targeted vehicles had been left unlocked, making them easy targets for criminals.
Migrant under ICE detainer after spilling coffee on Florida mom, child and dog, deputies say
Read full article: Migrant under ICE detainer after spilling coffee on Florida mom, child and dog, deputies sayAn undocumented immigrant is in custody after she reportedly threw coffee at a mother, her child and their dog last week, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
‘They were bored:’ Teen destroyed green with truck at New Smyrna Beach golf course, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘They were bored:’ Teen destroyed green with truck at New Smyrna Beach golf course, sheriff saysAfter a New Smyrna Beach golf course was heavily vandalized last month, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has finally revealed the suspect involved.
SR-415 reopens in Volusia County after fatal motorcycle crash, troopers say
Read full article: SR-415 reopens in Volusia County after fatal motorcycle crash, troopers sayState Road 415 has reopened in New Smyrna Beach after a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Lake Helen’s mayor unseated, voters vote down pay raise for New Smyrna Beach council in Volusia elections
Read full article: Lake Helen’s mayor unseated, voters vote down pay raise for New Smyrna Beach council in Volusia electionsIn Lake Helen, incumbents up for reelection both lost, including the mayor. In New Smyrna Beach, voters rejected a majority of the seven proposed amendments to the city charter, including a pay raise for the mayor and the city council.
Early voting begins for elections in New Smyrna Beach, Lake Helen
Read full article: Early voting begins for elections in New Smyrna Beach, Lake HelenTwo Volusia County cities opened early voting ahead of the November election Monday. Lake Helen is holding elections for mayor and commission zone 3. New Smyrna Beach is holding a special election for seven proposed amendments to the city charter.
$10,000 reward offered for info in New Smyrna Beach golf course vandalism
Read full article: $10,000 reward offered for info in New Smyrna Beach golf course vandalismA $10,000 reward for information is being offered for information leading to an arrest after a New Smyrna Beach golf course was vandalized, according to the sheriff’s office.
Driver’s ‘donuts’ cause over $160,000 in damage to New Smyrna Beach golf course
Read full article: Driver’s ‘donuts’ cause over $160,000 in damage to New Smyrna Beach golf courseA New Smyrna Beach golf course was vandalized over the weekend, resulting in over $100,000 in damage, according to the police department.
Roundabout construction begins near historic Cabbage Patch Bar, site where Volusia deputy was killed
Read full article: Roundabout construction begins near historic Cabbage Patch Bar, site where Volusia deputy was killedConstruction is underway on a new roundabout in New Smyrna Beach, at a busy intersection that’s seen both tragedy and history.
LIVE RADAR: Flash flood warning issued in Brevard County as heavy rain streams into Central Florida
Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Flash flood warning issued in Brevard County as heavy rain streams into Central FloridaA flash flood warning was in effect Friday morning for Volusia County as 2-4 inches of rain, more in some places, fell across portions of the area.
Man arrested after pointing gun at juveniles on Intracoastal Waterway, New Smyrna Beach police say
Read full article: Man arrested after pointing gun at juveniles on Intracoastal Waterway, New Smyrna Beach police sayA man was arrested Saturday after allegedly pointing a handgun at a group of juveniles on the Intracoastal Waterway, according to a news release.
WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve checks out ‘Stormy’s Run’ with New Smyrna Beach Fire Department
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve checks out ‘Stormy’s Run’ with New Smyrna Beach Fire DepartmentEvery Friday morning in New Smyrna Beach, runners, joggers, and walkers will be invited to meet at City Hall to take part in a two-mile round trip. Here's why.
8 more Central Florida eateries shut down over roaches, rodents and more
Read full article: 8 more Central Florida eateries shut down over roaches, rodents and moreHealth inspection records reveal that these restaurants suffered problems with rodents, cockroaches, time/temperature issues, and other types of violations.
‘Step in the right direction:’ New Smyrna Beach city leaders agree to raise firefighters’ pay
Read full article: ‘Step in the right direction:’ New Smyrna Beach city leaders agree to raise firefighters’ payThe New Smyrna Beach city commission is set to discuss its budget Tuesday night that will include a big pay raise for the city's fire fighters.
Storms rain on New Smyrna Beach, but Labor Day beachgoers try to see the sunny side
Read full article: Storms rain on New Smyrna Beach, but Labor Day beachgoers try to see the sunny sideFamilies hoping for a sunny Labor Day at New Smyrna Beach were met with swift changes in the weather Monday, as early clear skies gave way to strong winds and rainfall. Still, many visitors found ways to keep their spirits up and enjoy the holiday.
8-year sentence for man who pulled gun in Florida spring break crowd
Read full article: 8-year sentence for man who pulled gun in Florida spring break crowdA 18-year-old man who was 16 when he was charged as an adult in a spring break gun scare on New Smyrna Beach has been sentenced to eight years in prison, according to the office of State Attorney R.J. Larizza.
Mother sues Florida dairy farm, claims she lost fetus after raw milk led to bacterial infection
Read full article: Mother sues Florida dairy farm, claims she lost fetus after raw milk led to bacterial infectionA New Smyrna Beach dairy farm was named in a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims she lost her fetus after falling ill while caring for her toddler who became sick after drinking raw, unpasteurized milk.
‘Yanked me off the board:’ Bitten by shark, surf instructor vows to ride waves again
Read full article: ‘Yanked me off the board:’ Bitten by shark, surf instructor vows to ride waves againWhat started as a normal morning turned into a fight to keep a foot for 18-year-old surf instructor Sam Hollis, who was bitten by a shark while leading a surfing camp on Friday.
Volusia deputies arrest naked swimmer at New Smyrna Beach, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Volusia deputies arrest naked swimmer at New Smyrna Beach, sheriff’s office saysA New Smyrna Beach man, who told deputies he had drunk one beer an hour before, was arrested after allegedly drifting in the water naked at New Smyrna Beach, according to an arrest report.
‘You just got to be careful’: Swimmers take to New Smyrna Beach after shark bite
Read full article: ‘You just got to be careful’: Swimmers take to New Smyrna Beach after shark biteAs intense heat continues to grip Central Florida, people flocked to the beach to cool off, but with a recent shark bite, many took extra precautions while enjoying the waves
Woman illegally in Florida nabbed while walking dog at beach, Volusia deputies say
Read full article: Woman illegally in Florida nabbed while walking dog at beach, Volusia deputies sayA woman in the country illegally was caught while walking her pug at New Smyrna Beach earlier this month, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Man waved gun at driver after being passed on the road, Volusia deputies say
Read full article: Man waved gun at driver after being passed on the road, Volusia deputies sayA 44-year-old man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he waved a handgun at another driver in a road rage incident Friday evening in Volusia County.
New Smyrna Beach leaders look to buy land to conserve, reduce flooding
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach leaders look to buy land to conserve, reduce floodingNew Smyrna Beach leaders are aiming to purchase more than two dozen acres of land next to Turnbull Creek to conserve the area and help ease major flooding problems.
Immigrant jailed for drinking beer on Volusia County beach waits for ICE decision
Read full article: Immigrant jailed for drinking beer on Volusia County beach waits for ICE decisionA Volusia County farmer is racing against time to secure the release of his employee, Azael Martinez Sanchez, from Volusia County jail before ICE deports him back to Cuba. On Thursday, a judge ruled that Sanchez is free to go if ICE does not intervene within the next 48 hours.
Volusia County OKs $25.8M for New Smyrna Beach coastal restoration plan
Read full article: Volusia County OKs $25.8M for New Smyrna Beach coastal restoration planA new beach project in Volusia County will use half a million cubic yards of sand to try to restore the coastline in the New Smyrna Beach area.
Volusia man remains in jail days after open container arrest
Read full article: Volusia man remains in jail days after open container arrestA 47-year-old man remains in custody five days after being arrested on New Smyrna Beach for having an open container of alcohol, a violation that legal experts say typically results in a citation or fine.
Man arrested on New Smyrna Beach after ICE detainer issued
Read full article: Man arrested on New Smyrna Beach after ICE detainer issuedA man was arrested Friday afternoon on New Smyrna Beach after deputies say they discovered he had an active immigration detainer, following a patrol stop over an open container violation.
Critics and supporters of Donald Trump demonstrate in New Smyrna Beach
Read full article: Critics and supporters of Donald Trump demonstrate in New Smyrna BeachDemonstrators of opposing political ideologies converged in New Smyrna Beach as “No Kings” protesters and supporters of President Donald Trump staged simultaneous events just steps away from each other.
Central Florida law enforcement issue statements, warnings ahead of anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests
Read full article: Central Florida law enforcement issue statements, warnings ahead of anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protestsMore than 70 of the nearly 2,000 “No Kings” protests planned across the world are set to take place in Florida, where law enforcement is weighing in and issuing warnings ahead of time.
Man arrested in fatal pedestrian crash on North Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach
Read full article: Man arrested in fatal pedestrian crash on North Causeway bridge in New Smyrna BeachA man was arrested in a crash that killed a woman on North Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach, according to the police department.
New Smyrna City Commission approves plan for controversial Deering Park project
Read full article: New Smyrna City Commission approves plan for controversial Deering Park projectSome residents of New Smyrna Beach protested outside City Hall Tuesday night, hoping to stop a final vote on a major development called Deering Park.
Orlando man found hiding after DUI crash with golf cart in New Smyrna Beach, police say
Read full article: Orlando man found hiding after DUI crash with golf cart in New Smyrna Beach, police sayA 23-year-old Orlando man was found hiding behind a home in New Smyrna Beach after a crash with a golf cart, according to the police department.
Reckless driver causes 5-vehicle crash on South Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach
Read full article: Reckless driver causes 5-vehicle crash on South Causeway bridge in New Smyrna BeachA reckless driver caused a multi-vehicle crash that caused the South Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach to be closed for hours on Monday afternoon, according to a news release.
Apparent ‘homemade explosive’ prompts road closure in New Smyrna Beach, police say
Read full article: Apparent ‘homemade explosive’ prompts road closure in New Smyrna Beach, police sayA road in New Smyrna Beach was partially blocked after officers located “what appeared to be a homemade explosive device” during a traffic stop, according to police.
New Smyrna Beach police enforce zero tolerance as spring break begins
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach police enforce zero tolerance as spring break beginsAs spring break kicks off for many school districts, New Smyrna Beach and Volusia County law enforcement are preparing for the annual influx of visitors.
Mother drives from Georgia to pick up teen accused of alcohol violation in Volusia, sheriff says
Read full article: Mother drives from Georgia to pick up teen accused of alcohol violation in Volusia, sheriff saysVolusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood’s warnings toward parents were demonstrated following the arrest of a 16-year-old accused of an alcohol violation.
As high school seniors hit New Smyrna Beach, people hope teens play it safe
Read full article: As high school seniors hit New Smyrna Beach, people hope teens play it safeHundreds of high school seniors are flocking to the beach Thursday for “Senior Skip Day,” but this year, law enforcement is stepping in to keep things under control.
New Smyrna Beach enforces special event zone for senior skip day
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach enforces special event zone for senior skip dayNew Smyrna Beach police are implementing a "special event zone" ordinance for a "senior skip day." Learn where it's active and what could happen to rule breakers.
Federal grant program helps owners raise Florida homes against flooding. How to apply
Read full article: Federal grant program helps owners raise Florida homes against flooding. How to applyOver a dozen New Smyrna Beach homes are set to either be demolished and rebuilt or raised off the ground to meet emergency standards. This initiative is part of FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, which helps homeowners who have been flooded.
Video shows moment shooting between rival motorcycle gangs breaks out, injuring 2 in New Smyrna Beach
Read full article: Video shows moment shooting between rival motorcycle gangs breaks out, injuring 2 in New Smyrna BeachA 41-year-old man was arrested after a shooting “between rival motorcycle gangs” that injured two on Saturday, according to the New Smyrna Beach Police Department.
Parents of curfew-violating spring breakers could face fines in New Smyrna Beach, police say
Read full article: Parents of curfew-violating spring breakers could face fines in New Smyrna Beach, police sayNew Smyrna Beach police say the parents of teenage spring breakers caught violating could face punishments or fines. Police are planning other extra measures as well, after a rowdy President's Day weekend.
Former Florida high school nurse accused of traveling to meet minor faces more charges
Read full article: Former Florida high school nurse accused of traveling to meet minor faces more chargesA former nurse at New Smyrna Beach High School has new charges following an initial arrest late last year, accused of meeting with a teen student.
‘A Grave in the Street:’ Why is there a tomb in the middle of this Florida neighborhood?
Read full article: ‘A Grave in the Street:’ Why is there a tomb in the middle of this Florida neighborhood?Those who take this backroad in New Smyrna Beach are likely to see an eerie surprise: a gravesite embedded in the middle of the street.
New Smyrna Beach considers changes to development regulations to combat flooding
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach considers changes to development regulations to combat floodingThe city commission in New Smyrna Beach could make big changes to its development regulations, with the city commission set to hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed adjustments.
SUPER BOWL TIES: Central Florida high school football coach has former players in the big game
Read full article: SUPER BOWL TIES: Central Florida high school football coach has former players in the big gameJohn Wilkinson, a former Cocoa High School football head coach, has two former players in the Super Bowl: Jawaan Taylor for the Kansas City Chiefs and Chauncy Gardner-Johnson for the Philadelphia Eagles.
‘Total control:’ $1 million Florida condo scandal sparks manhunt, fee spikes for residents
Read full article: ‘Total control:’ $1 million Florida condo scandal sparks manhunt, fee spikes for residentsDetectives searched the COA president's condo unit last year, though by that time, he'd already fled, according to the sheriff's office.
Driver accused of hitting and killing a woman was suspected in earlier hit-and-runs, New Smyrna Beach police say
Read full article: Driver accused of hitting and killing a woman was suspected in earlier hit-and-runs, New Smyrna Beach police sayBefore a man was accused of driving his truck off the road in New Smyrna Beach over the weekend, hitting a couple and killing a woman, police said they were already looking for him for hitting people’s property and driving off.
Fatal crash shuts down North Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach, police say
Read full article: Fatal crash shuts down North Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach, police sayA crash that killed a pedestrian an injured another forced both directions of travel to shut down on the North Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach on Saturday, according to police.
$1 beached sailboat removed from New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County confirms
Read full article: $1 beached sailboat removed from New Smyrna Beach, Volusia County confirmsA sailboat that was on sale for $1 on Craigslist has been removed from New Smyrna Beach after the beached boat was turned over to the county.
Beached sailboat in New Smyrna Beach gets attention for $1 listing
Read full article: Beached sailboat in New Smyrna Beach gets attention for $1 listingA sailboat, which is now just off the 12th Avenue beach access, has been creating a spectacle and attraction for beachgoers since it hit the sand on Dec. 22.
‘Very grateful:’ New Smyrna community rallies around family that lost everything in fire
Read full article: ‘Very grateful:’ New Smyrna community rallies around family that lost everything in fireA family in the New Smyrna Beach area is spending the holiday season picking up the pieces, but others have stepped in to help.
Volusia County researchers look to ‘living seawalls’ as erosion solution
Read full article: Volusia County researchers look to ‘living seawalls’ as erosion solutionWith hurricane season officially over, researchers in Volusia County are working to make the coastline more resilient before the next time a storm hits.
Looking to adopt or foster a dog? Here’s how to make sure you won’t get scammed
Read full article: Looking to adopt or foster a dog? Here’s how to make sure you won’t get scammedScams are out there, from romance schemes to rental fraud. With that in mind, here is what experts say to look out for when finding a reputable dog rescue.
New Smyrna Beach moves ahead on parking solutions for Flagler Avenue, Canal Street
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach moves ahead on parking solutions for Flagler Avenue, Canal StreetFollowing months of debate over New Smyrna Beach’s parking woes, city staff have presented a detailed action plan to tackle the challenges laid out by an engineering firm.