Effective October 1, 2024, the City of Galveston implemented new sanitation rates to address rising service costs. The updated fees are as follows: Residential Customers: Monthly refuse collection rate increased from $24.97…
Author: Lily Brooks
Antigua Apartments Facing Hundreds of Violations After City Inspection
The Antigua Apartments at 8008 Seawall Blvd. in Galveston are under scrutiny after a city inspection revealed extensive code violations. The property manager, Vicki Fry, was presented with a detailed report listing…
Demolition of Galveston’s Stewart Beach Pavilion
Photo: YesGalveston.com Demolition of Galveston’s Stewart Beach Pavilion is set to begin, marking the end of the structure that has been a Galveston landmark for forty years, Once serving as a hub…
Galveston Island Humane Society Secures Pet Oxygen Masks for Local Emergency Responders
After a year-long effort, the Galveston Island Humane Society (GIHS) has successfully provided pet oxygen masks for emergency response vehicles, thanks to a grant and the generosity of an anonymous donor. These…
Texas Lone Star Rally 2024 Begins in Galveston
Photo: LSR Facebook GALVESTON, TX – The Texas Lone Star Rally 2024 roared to life today, filling the streets of Galveston with thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from across the country. Known as the…
Tragic Incident: Infant Found Dead in Galveston Roadway
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Galveston, Texas, where an infant was found unresponsive in the middle of the road early Tuesday morning. Emergency responders arrived at the scene near 59th St. between…
Galveston Beach Patrol Chief Disciplined Amid Park Board Embezzlement Investigation
Galveston Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis has been disciplined following an embezzlement investigation involving park board employee Angela Barton. Barton was arrested in September for allegedly misappropriating nearly $44,000, with funds reportedly…
Galveston Synagogue Evacuated After Bomb Threat, No Device Located
A Galveston synagogue was evacuated Sunday after a bomb threat prompted swift action by local law enforcement. Police responded immediately, evacuating the premises and thoroughly searching the area. Following an extensive investigation,…