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Local Focus

St. Pete Beach and Clearwater Beach Shine on as Florida’s Best Beaches

June 1, 2026 by Paradise News Team

Florida’s Gulf Coast is basking in another wave of acclaim, and two familiar names are catching the brightest light: Clearwater Beach and  
St. Pete Beach.

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Beat the Heat on the Cheap: Budget-Friendly Indoor Fun in Pinellas County 

June 1, 2026 by Paradise News Team

From cultural escapes to community hangouts, there are plenty of affordable ways to chill out all season long in Pinellas County.

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ASPEC AT ECKERD COLLEGE 

June 1, 2026 by Paradise News Team

rea retirees and semi-retirees looking for a lively mix of intellectual stimulation, conversation and community with like-minded individuals at ASPEC Eckerd College.

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SUMMER TRAVEL PLANNING 

May 1, 2026 by Paradise News Team

Janet Nummi shares tips from on the road about how to use AI to optimize your travel plans this summer.

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FIT IN ST. PETE 

May 1, 2026 by Paradise News Team

By Janet Nummi  Sun, Sand, and Sweat: Staying Fit in St. Pete  Spring in St. Pete isn’t just about soaking up sunshine – it’s about turning the entire city into … Read more

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EARTH MONTH 

March 30, 2026 by Paradise News Team

In St. Petersburg, Earth Month is not just a calendar theme. It is a practical local story about how a coastal city tries to protect its shoreline, modernize aging infrastructure and keep everyday environmental habits visible to residents.

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If You Build It 

February 27, 2026 by Paradise News Team

Competition for those tourists’ dollars is only going to intensify. Clearly, a designated clothing-optional beach in our area is the idea whose time has come.   

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Honoring Bonnie Traiman: The Heart of St. Pete Beach Library 

January 2, 2026 by Paradise News Team

The St. Pete Beach Library, its staff, and its patrons extend their heartfelt gratitude to Bonnie Traiman for 24 years of dedication. Her legacy lives on in the laughter of children at story hour, the thoughtful discussions at book club, and the sense of belonging that fills the Bonnie Traiman Community Room. 

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St. Pete Free Clinic 

December 1, 2025 by Paradise News Team

St. Pete Free Clinic Expands Efforts to Feed the Hungry as Demand Surges Across Pinellas County 

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Light the World Giving Machine Arrives in Tampa Bay 

November 30, 2025 by Paradise News Team

From December 16–January 3, visitors at Clearwater Mall can use the Light the World Giving Machines to purchase charitable items – meals, hygiene kits, clothing, livestock, and more –  for families supported by local nonprofits. 

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