By Matt Wiley
New Tampa drivers are now just months away from being able to rejoice, as the Bruce B. Downs (BBD) Blvd. bottlenecks under the I-75 overpasses are one step closer to becoming a faint traffic memory, although they still will be around for the next few months.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
Itโs been a tough few weeks for students at both Freedom and Paul R. Wharton High in New Tampa, as a former Freedom student has passed away and a Wharton football player was in a coma for more than a week.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
Although the 2015 Tampa City Council elections are still more than a year away, the redistricting process is under way to even out populations in each Council districts, including New Tampaโs District 7, represented by Councilwoman Lisa Montelione. However, New Tampa residents shouldnโt be too worried about their voting precincts being moved into another Council district.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
As the holiday season approaches, New Tampa residents are sure to spend a good amount of time shopping and traveling. However, this busy time of year also is one of the easiest times to get ripped off by criminals. To help combat crime during what should be a joyful time, the Tampa Police Department (TPD) has released a list of safety tips to protect New Tampa residents and their property during the busy winter season of shopping and travel.Continue reading
By Matt Wiley
At some point in their lives, it is not unusual for animals in the wild to fall victim to the harsh reality of the food chain. Although natural predators, like the Florida alligator, are known for snatching up their prey in the wild, gators donโt really recognize residential areas as being anything different than the wild here in New Tampa, most of which borders on various bodies of water.Continue reading