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A lifelong love for learning available at ABODE Peoria Preschool: Campus blends curriculum, safety, nutrition, family environment
Upper Westsider Here in the West Valley, ABODE Peoria Preschool is dedicated to providing a secure and nurturing environment for children. Located at 13111 N. 94th Drive in Peoria, ABODE is geared to kids aged ...
Local Veteran Receives Transformational Bathroom Remodel: This November, Jacuzzi Bath Remodel of Arizona once again joined a nationwide initiative to give back to veterans through Baths for the Brave program.
For the sixth consecutive year, the company gifted a local veteran a fully remodeled shower,providing a transformative, custom bathing system designed to enhance accessibility, independence, and comfort. Luis Frias, a US Marine Corps veteran who ...
The Future is so Bright, You’ll Need Shade All Pro Shade Concepts leads the way in outdoor shade solutions.
Photos by Kimberly Carrillo Established in 2005, All Pro Shade Concepts is dedicated to making it more comfortable to live in the Valley of the Sun. Focused exclusively on outdoor shade products, the locally owned ...

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INI acquires Upper Westsider, Scottsdale North News, North Tatum Times, Paradise Valley View Independent Newsmedia, Inc., USA,

January 8, 2025

New master-planned community coming to Surprise

By Brent Ruffner A new master-planned residential development is in the works near the BNSF Railway intermodal freight and lo

January 8, 2025

New Year, New Financial You: Starting the Year Off Right

By Nicholas R. Bair, CFP ChFC Managing Partner Senior Wealth Advisor Wilde Wealth Management Group The confetti has settled

January 8, 2025

Community sings praises of outgoing Peoria Unified board clerk

By Philip Haldiman Many heart-felt words were spoken, and many tears shed as community members gathered to honor outgoing boa

January 8, 2025

Reflections on 2024 from Peoria Mayor

By Jason Beck, Mayor of Peoria As we close out another incredible year in Peoria and usher in the new, I hope everyone had a

January 8, 2025

For the health of it — volunteering can improve Valley residents’ mental, physical well-being

By Sara Anderson and Katie Pollak Whether you are an intentional write-it-down goal-setter or you take a more casual approach

January 7, 2025

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Peoria Develops Draft Ordinance to Ensure Renewable Water Supply for New Growth To ensure the City of Peoria can supply new gro

December 3, 2024

Peoria Holiday Festival Returns December 14

Kick off the holiday season at the Peoria Holiday Festival on December 14. This year’s festival takes place at Johnny E. Osun

December 3, 2024

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67th avenue improvements Beginning in Spring 2025, Peoria will be improving 67th Avenue between Happy Valley Road and Pinnacle

November 7, 2024

What’s To Eat in Peoria

There’s a lot of new and exciting things happening this throughout our community and new dining experiences are no different. He

November 7, 2024

Peoria Retail and Restaurant Survey Results are in!

Thank you to the 1,480 people who took part in Peoria’s 2024 Retail and Restaurant Survey! Ethnic restaurants were highly req

November 7, 2024

Four Veterans, One Mission: Promoting Brotherhood in Every Bottle at Four Branches Bourbon

By Mike Trott, co-founder of Four Branches Bourbon What started out of a desire to acquire a single barrel of bourbon to reme

November 7, 2024

Maricopa County Approves Additional Funding for Apprenticeship Program

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved an additional $500,000 for apprenticeship opportunities, increasing total

November 7, 2024

Loop 303 interchanges project named finalist for national honors

An Arizona Department of Transportation project that constructed Loop 303 interchanges at 43rd and 51st avenues near Interstate

October 1, 2024

Peoria Awards Record Number of Arts and Culture Grants

Peoria Mayor and Council have approved a record-breaking $264,000 for the fiscal year 2025 arts and culture grants. This marks t

October 1, 2024

Peoria City Council passes General Plan Amendments to support Smart Growth

At the Sept. 17 City Council Meeting, Council voted 6-1 to approve amendments to Peoria’s General Plan, that will better positio

October 1, 2024

DAR to support Wreaths Across America

Remember the fallen. Honor those who serve. Teach the next generation the value of freedom. The North Peoria Chapter of Daugh

October 1, 2024

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Speed Scam Alert: Fake Notice of Violation Text Messages

Valley authorities have received an increase in reports of a new scam targeting area residents. The scam involves fraudulent “No

October 1, 2024

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Schedule a Free Landscape Consultation Peoria Water Customers can schedule a free landscape consultation to help find ways to s

September 6, 2024

Mayor and Council joined by Aviation Team and City Leadership _WEB

Peoria Celebrates Launch of Police Fire Aviation Unit

On Tuesday, August 20, the City of Peoria “cut the ribbon” to commemorate the debut of its first Aviation Unit and reveal the ne

September 6, 2024

Non-field turf removal project to conserve water at city parks

In response to the ongoing drought challenge across the Southwest, Peoria Parks and Recreation is launching a new Turf Reduction

September 6, 2024

Briarwood Country Club: A New Chapter in Sun City West

Tucked away in the heart of Sun City West, Briarwood Country Club has been a beloved institution for golf enthusiasts since its

September 6, 2024

Somos Peoria Festival Returns for 2025

Somos Peoria is a multicultural festival celebrating Hispanic Heritage, taking place September 28 from 4 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. This

September 6, 2024

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City Proposes Update to Development Impact Fees The next Peoria City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 6 p.

August 1, 2024

Murder Mystery and Comedy Combine in “CLUE The Musical,” Onstage at Arizona Broadway Theatre

Photos courtesy of Arizona Broadway Theatre Whodunit? Where? And with what object? Murder and mayhem are on the menu when

August 1, 2024

Two New Hotels to Rise in Peoria

Rendering courtesy of city of Peoria Peoria is set to welcome two new hotels, a Home2 Suites by Hilton and a Springhill Suite

July 17, 2024

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A lifelong love for learning available at ABODE Peoria Preschool: Campus blends curriculum, safety, nutrition, family environment

Local Veteran Receives Transformational Bathroom Remodel: This November, Jacuzzi Bath Remodel of Arizona once again joined a nationwide initiative to give back to veterans through Baths for the Brave program.

The Future is so Bright, You’ll Need Shade All Pro Shade Concepts leads the way in outdoor shade solutions.

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