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Paradise Valley hears importance of charm, characteristics as it drafts newest plan

The topics of residential lot splits, hillside and resort redevelopment have yielded a number of local comments stressing the importance of maintaining Paradise Valley’s unique charm and …

Movers & Shakers

Brown appointed Franciscan Renewal Center executive director

After 24 years of leadership as Executive Director of the Franciscan Renewal Center, Fr. Joseph Schwab, OFM stepped down from his role on April 30, at his own request. He will leave for an …

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Paradise Valley takes close look at funds going to Super Bowl needs

The Super Bowl Committee has reportedly asked the Town of Paradise Valley for a payment exceeding $300,000 — funds some Town Council members would like to better vet before giving away. The …

Government

Paradise Valley installs 62 ADA-compliant curb ramps

On March 15, the Paradise Valley Public Works department started a Lincoln Drive resurfacing project, which includes installing 62 American with Disability Act curb ramps. So far, 40 ADA curb …

Government

Scottsdale officially outlaws discrimination

The Scottsdale City Council unanimously approved an anti-discrimination ordinance for the local municipality on April 20, following years of work from dedicated advocates and allies, after such a law …

Lewis to vacate Town of Paradise Valley Planning Commission seat

The Paradise Valley Town Council will discuss replacing one of the planning commission seats to become available since Orme Lewis Jr. recently submitted his resignation.

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Echo Canyon traffic called out in latest Paradise Valley meeting

Have you been a victim of getting caught up in the Echo Canyon Trail traffic that jams up McDonald Drive? One Paradise Valley resident says the issue is troublesome. From vehicles stopping on the …

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Paradise Valley, Scottsdale resorts experience sudden March rush

In what appears to be an unexpected rush of visitors, the resorts in Paradise Valley and Scottsdale were full during March, with one Camelback Mountain resort reporting record-breaking revenues. …

Community

Paradise Valley officer selected to carry ‘Flame of Hope’ for Special Olympics 2022

Paradise Valley Police Department Community Resource Officer Steven McGhee has been selected to serve as part of the Final Leg team, serving as a Guardian of the Flame as he runs with the Flame of …

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SB 1379 not good enough for Scottsdale, Paradise Valley officials

Arizona legislators voted down Senate Bill 1379 on April 1 as some lawmakers cited a need for more than a “Band-Aid” to address short-term rental nuisances. Senate Bill 1379 received …

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In the past year, COVID-19 has become one of the top five causes of death. While the Coronavirus alone can take such a terrible toll on the body, it can be even worse for those with …

Opinion: We must continue to push for sensible STR solutions, not bans

Last month, Arizona lawmakers had an opportunity to support legislation that would have made it easier for local cities to address nuisance short-term rental properties that have been the cause of …

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Former Motorola center sells for $10.25 million

A commercial real estate company announced the $10.25 million sale of a former Motorola manufacturing center near 52nd and Roosevelt streets in Phoenix.

Phoenix approves rezone to allow for contentious emergency room

Phoenix City Council approved a rezoning last month to allow for a contentious HonorHealth emergency room near a residential Paradise Valley neighborhood. Twenty-six residents called into the …

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Jaime Dempsey joins Arizona Community Foundation

The Arizona Community Foundation has announced that Jaime Dempsey will be joining the foundation as senior vice president, philanthropic initiatives beginning in mid-June. This new position, …

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Phoenix Suns, 72SOLD announce winning partnership

72SOLD has announced it is now a proud partner of the Phoenix Suns this season. Created in 2018 by attorney and real estate executive, Greg Hague, 72SOLD offers people a way to sell their home at …

Development

Downtown Phoenix’s newest hotel debuts despite pandemic

The newest hotel in downtown Phoenix is now open for business despite the impact of the pandemic. The AC Marriott Downtown Phoenix provides a compelling new option for travelers and expects to …

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Eleven schools within the Scottsdale Unified network will receive parking lot repairs — a maintenance item necessary to keep drivers safe, officials say. On May 4, the Scottsdale Unified …

Phoenix Rising proposes to redevelop defunct Scottsdale campus

The Scottsdale Unified School District community is invited to a 6 p.m. Thursday, May 13, meeting to hear about Phoenix Rising’s proposal to redevelop the 68th Street and Oak campus. The …

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