Torregrosa-Silva Honored
Mayor Danise “Deedee” Henriquez, the City Commission, and the City of Key West today commended retiring Historic Preservation Manager Enid Torregrosa-Silva for her dedicated service …
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KWFD Specialty Rescue Training
KWFD Specialty Rescue Training Members of the Key West Fire Department recently completed important for Urban Search and Rescue Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (USAR VMR) …
Douglass Community Center Ribbon Cutting
The community is invited to come celebrate the opening of the new Frederick Douglass Community Center on March 6th at 5:15 p.m. The Center is located …
Man Arrested for Suitcase of Drugs
On January 14th, the Key West Police Department was called to Garden View Apartments on College Road in reference to a suitcase containing a large …
Storm Runoff Update
Following Monday’s deluge of rains, the City of Key West has received initial results of water quality sampling of the island’s interior canals. As is …
District VI Quarterly Meeting
Key West City Commissioner Aaron Castillo and City Manager Brian L. Barroso are inviting the community to the quarterly District VI Community meeting. The meeting …
March Green Drinks
The City of Key West sustainability team is hosting a monthly Green Drinks. These events are a great opportunity to connect with individuals who share …
Garage Destroyed in Fire
Key West Fire and Police responded to a house fire Tuesday afternoon on Patricia Street. A garage was fully engulfed. Firefighters were able to extinguish …
Drug Arrest at Storage Unit
On February 24th, Bravo Days Patrol was called to Midgard Storage at 930 Catherine Street to a trespasser/possible burglary in progress. Officers arrived and found …
Key West Issues Swim Advisory Due to Stormwater Runoff
Out of an abundance of caution, the City of Key West Utilities Department is urging residents and visitors to refrain from swimming in the nearshore …
Free Residential Hazardous and E-waste Drop Off
On Saturday, March 1st, the City of Key West and Waste Management will be holding the monthly free drop off for hazardous waste and e-waste. …
Key West Fire Department Honors Members
The Key West Fire Department recently celebrated the accomplishments of three of its members for their outstanding efforts to serve the community. January Green Shift …
Douglass Community Center Ribbon Cutting
The community is invited to come celebrate the opening of the new Frederick Douglass Community Center on March 6th at 5:15 p.m. The Center is located …
Staples Avenue ebike and Bike Education
Mayor Danise “Deedee” Henriquez, Ryan Stachurski – the City’s Multimodal Transportation Coordinator — and the Key West Police Department Motor Unit performed an education event on …
KWFD HazMat Training
The Key West Fire Department’s HazMat Team members recently participated in a Hazardous Materials Technician refresher class that was provided by Texas AM University with …
Key West Aquarium Day
Key West Aquarium Day Key West Mayor Danise “Deedee” Henriquez proclaimed February 17th as Key West Aquarium Day in honor of the attraction’s 90th anniversary. The Key …
Key West Fire Department Enhances Urban Search and Rescue Skills with Specialized Training
Members of the Key West Fire Department recently completed important for Urban Search and Rescue Vehicle and Machinery Rescue (USAR VMR) training. Through this training, …
Community Partnerships Help Solve Crimes
A breakdown of crime in Key West for 2024 shows that violent crime is down 25 percent compared to the previous year. Overall, the crime …
Mayor Danise Henriquez Christens American Legend, Welcomes New Ship to Key West
Mayor Danise “Deedee” Henriquez and a number of City dignitaries had the honor of boarding the American Cruise Lines’ American Legend on Wednesday to welcome …
Key West Proclaims February as Black History Month, Honoring African American Contributions
Mayor Danise “Deedee” Henriquez and the Key West City Commission proclaimed February as Black History Month during Tuesday’s regular meeting. “Black History Month is a …