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Lisa Wheeler-Brown says she’s her own leader despite alleged alliance with Rick Kriseman

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In an article published by SaintPetersBlog editor Peter Schorsch yesterday, he wrote, “a vote for Will Newton for City Council is a check on Rick Kriseman.” The piece was meant most as a dig on the Kriseman administration calling the mayor’s goals “outsized ambitions.” However, it also served as something of a kick to the shins of Lisa Wheeler-Brown, Newton’s most formidable challenger. Schorsch called Wheeler-Brown the “most closely aligned with Kriseman, and the most liberal elements of the City…

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Wengay Newton endorses his brother, Will Newton, for City Council

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City Council member Wengay Newton has officially endorsed his brother, Winthrop “Will” Newton, to succeed him on the dais. “He’s the real deal, and I’d be grateful if you would give him your VOTE,” Wengay Newton wrote on his Facebook page. “Will has worked with city and county officials for years, and lobbied the Legislature too. He knows government better than any other candidate.” Because the two are brothers, it comes as little surprise that Newton would endorse his brother.…

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Two St. Pete City Council candidates face fines for turning in campaign finance reports late

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Two candidates for St. Pete City Council did not file the latest required campaign treasurer’s reports by the deadline that passed Friday. The City Clerk’s office received reports from District 7 candidate Lewis Stephens on Tuesday and from District 5 candidate Phillip Garrett on Monday. The late filings mean each candidate will have to pay an additional fee. Garrett will have to pay $150 for filing late. That’s based on a Florida State Statute that requires candidates to pay $50…

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O’Neil’s Marina seeks 10-year lease extension with St. Pete

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There’s not a whole lot coming up at St. Pete City Council this Thursday. Council members will vote on just two items including a new 10-year lease for O’Neil’s Marina to continue operating on city-owned waterfront land. O’Neil’s has been operating a marina in South St. Pete next to Maximo Park since 1954. The business has been renewing its lease every five years, but is now asking for a longer lease to warrant needed improvements. Under the new deal, O’Neil’s…

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Pinellas Realtors group backs Will Newton for City Council

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The Pinellas Realtor Organization is throwing its weight behind St. Pete City Council candidate Will Newton. “The member-only candidate screening committee reviewed questionnaires and interviewed candidates.  There are thoughtful, qualified candidates running, but one stood out for his overall commitment to community, understanding of economic issues, and advocacy for property rights,” the group wrote in a statement. PRO represents more than 6,500 members including Realtors and others in the industry. The group is one of Tampa Bay’s largest professional trade…

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Pier Park opposition amps up social media voice

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The group VoteOnThePier has given little indication of where they’re at in a petition drive seeking to require a voter referendum for any major construction or demolition projects on downtown waterfront. But an uptick in activity on the group’s Facebook page indicates the fight is far from over. The May 13 post displayed a photo with St. Pete Public Works Administrator and the Pier Selection Committee chair dressed as a king sitting on a throne with a link to an…

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Suncoast PBA endorses Will Newton for City Council

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The Suncoast Police Benevolent Association has endorsed Will Newton for St. Pete City Council District 7. “The Suncoast Police Benevolent Association strongly endorses Will Newton,” said PBA President George Lofton. “We know that he will work tirelessly to make our city a better, safer place.” Newton is running for the City Council seat that encompasses some of the city’s poorest neighborhoods, including Midtown and Child’s Park, where relationships between residents and police have been strained for years. “I am honored…

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