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Debris sites remain operational
St. Petersburg's debris management site at 1953 72nd St. N. will remain operational until 7 p.m. for residents with proof of residency, alongside city...
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Johns Hopkins All Children’s ranked #1 in new report
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital has been ranked as the top children's hospital in Florida by U.S. News & World Report, excelling particularly in...
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AdventHealth offers free virtual care
AdventHealth Centra Care is providing free virtual urgent care services across Florida in response to Hurricane Milton, available from October 9 to Oc...
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Plane crashes near St. Pete Pier, four rescued
A six-passenger Cherokee airplane crashed into the water near St. Pete Pier shortly after takeoff from Albert Whitted Airport due to engine failure. F...
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Pinellas County schools now closed through Friday
Pinellas County schools and offices will be closed from Monday, October 7, through Friday, October 11, due to unforeseen circumstances. All scheduled ...
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Pinellas opens additional shelters
Pinellas County officials announced the opening of two additional shelters at Melrose Elementary and Belleair Elementary, increasing the total number ...
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Pinellas County offices, parks to remain closed
Pinellas County Government offices, parks, and preserves will remain closed for the rest of the week due to Hurricane Milton. This closure affects var...
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St. Pete faces a ‘worst-case scenario’ with Milton
Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified from a Category 1 to a Category 5 storm, posing a significant threat to St. Petersburg and the greater Tampa ...
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Still recovering from Helene, Johns Hopkins All Children’s prepares
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg is actively preparing for Hurricane Milton while still recovering from the impacts of Hurrican...
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St. Pete tower cranes could topple into adjacent buildings
Mayor Ken Welch of St. Petersburg has raised concerns about the risk of several high-rise construction cranes collapsing into nearby buildings due to ...
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Electric vehicles could ignite during Hurricane Milton: Here’s what to know to a...
Electric vehicles pose a fire risk when exposed to saltwater, particularly during severe weather events like Hurricane Milton. Vehicle owners in affec...
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FEMA Administrator Visits St. Pete Ahead of Hurricane Milton: 'Worst Case Scenar...
FEMA officials are in St. Petersburg, preparing for Hurricane Milton as thousands evacuate their homes in anticipation of the storm. The visit undersc...
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How to find hurricane-related housing assistance
Pinellas County residents displaced by Hurricane Helene can access various resources for short and long-term housing assistance. The Federal Emergency...
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Catalyst cancels candidate forum
The Catalyst Candidate Forum, initially scheduled for Monday evening, has been canceled by publisher Joe Hamilton due to the aftermath of Hurricane He...
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Raymond James commits $6.5 million to hurricane relief
Raymond James, a financial services firm based in St. Petersburg, has pledged $6.5 million towards hurricane relief efforts following Hurricane Helene...
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FEMA opens St. Pete registration center
FEMA has opened a Registration Assistance Point at the Enoch D. Davis Center in St. Petersburg, providing essential support for residents seeking disa...
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Tropical Depression forms in the Gulf
A Tropical Depression has formed in the western Gulf of Mexico, with forecasts indicating it may strengthen into a hurricane heading east toward Flori...
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LSP Community Project application deadline extended
Leadership St. Pete has extended the application deadline for nonprofits to apply for the 2025 Community Project recipient due to the impact of Hurric...
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PNC Foundation donates $1M to Hurricane Helene relief
The PNC Foundation has pledged $1 million to support disaster relief efforts in Florida and North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. The donation in...
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Five ways to help your neighbors in need after Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the St Pete Catalyst highlights five meaningful ways for community members to support their neighbors in need. The ar...