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The redevelopment request for Ascension Lutheran Church to become four single-family R-43 lots came before the Paradise Valley Planning Commission for the first time June 18.
The redevelopment request for Ascension Lutheran Church to become four single-family R-43 lots came before the Paradise Valley Planning Commission for the first time June 18. Cole Mecray of CHM …
Camelback Bible Church is allowed to change school grades from pre-school only to kindergarten through 12th grade.
Camelback Bible Church is allowed to change school grades from pre-school only to kindergarten through 12th grade. At the public hearing June 18, the Paradise Valley Planning Commission unanimously …
The sale of the Scottsdale Plaza Resort and Villas in Paradise Valley was announced by Rockpoint, a Boston-based real estate private equity firm, and Highgate, a hotel management, investment and development company, on April 8.
Rockpoint, a Boston-based real estate private equity firm, and Highgate, a hotel management, investment and development company, announced the sale of the Scottsdale Plaza Resort and Villas in …
All six of the candidates running in the July 30 election for Paradise Valley Town Council and mayor participated in a forum to answer questions from the public, June 17.
The forum was moderated by the Paradise Valley Independent News Editor MacKenzie Brower. Questions covered resorts and redevelopment, the state legislature, pickleball noise and why candidates want to be mayor.
All six of the candidates running in the July 30 election for Paradise Valley Town Council and mayor participated in a forum to answer questions from the public, June 17. The forum was moderated …
All six of the candidates running in the July 30 election for Paradise Valley Town Council and mayor participated in a forum to answer questions from the public June 17.
The forum was moderated by the Paradise Valley Independent News Editor MacKenzie Brower. Questions covered resorts and redevelopment, the state legislature, short-term rentals, photo radar, police pension and grant money.
All six of the candidates running in the July 30 election for Paradise Valley Town Council and mayor participated in a forum to answer questions from the public June 17. The forum was moderated …
Valentyna Shepel has associated with the Phoenix-Paradise Valley office of Coldwell Banker Realty as an affiliate agent and comes to the office with eight years of real estate experience.
Valentyna Shepel has associated with the Phoenix-Paradise Valley office of Coldwell Banker Realty as an affiliate agent and comes to the office with eight years of real estate experience. Most …
A new era of college football is here, as the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl hosts the first-ever College Football Playoff Quarterfinal in the expanded 12-team playoff format on Dec. 31, 2024.
A new era of college football is here, as the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl hosts the first-ever College Football Playoff Quarterfinal in the expanded 12-team playoff format on Dec. 31, 2024. Previewing this …
The stormwater master plan development came before Paradise Valley Town Council for the first check-in from Kimley-Horn consultants.
Kimley-Horn is two months into the project.
The stormwater master plan development came before Paradise Valley Town Council for the first check-in from Kimley-Horn consultants. Kimley-Horn is two months into the project. Its progress to …
The Town of Paradise Valley Employee Handbook has been updated to maintain clear delegation of authority to the town manager with the unanimous approval of Paradise Valley Town Council June 13.
The Town of Paradise Valley Employee Handbook has been updated to maintain clear delegation of authority to the town manager with the unanimous approval of Paradise Valley Town Council June 13. …
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 the town’s financial policies, which establish the framework for the town’s overall fiscal planning, investment and management.
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 the town’s financial policies, which establish the framework for the town’s overall fiscal planning, …
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 three agreements for Axon police fleet cameras, a 911 emergency telecommunication system and East Valley Critical Incident Response Team.
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 three agreements for Axon police fleet cameras, a 911 emergency telecommunication system and East Valley Critical …
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 a performance bonus to Town Manager Andrew Ching.
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 a performance bonus to Town Manager Andrew Ching. Recently, Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner and the Town Council …
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 a continued agreement with Experience Scottsdale, extending the current one for three years with the option for a second three-year extension.
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 a continued agreement with Experience Scottsdale, extending the current one for three years with the option for a …
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 acceptance of donations to the town received in fiscal year 2024 in the total amount of $71,425.
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 acceptance of donations to the town received in fiscal year 2024 in the total amount of $71,425. Community support …
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 a partnership with Maricopa Association of Governments to support homeless shelter services in the amount of $200,000 from the fiscal year 2025 budget.
Paradise Valley Town Council unanimously approved on its consent agenda June 13 a partnership with Maricopa Association of Governments to support homeless shelter services in the amount of $200,000 …
The fiscal year 2024 budget which ends June 30 was amended by Paradise Valley Town Council June 13. Certain changes to town operations have necessitated two budget amendments.
The fiscal year 2024 budget which ends June 30 was amended by Paradise Valley Town Council June 13. Town Council unanimously approved this action. Certain changes to town operations have …
Paradise Valley Town Council has unanimously approved to continue the Town of Paradise Valley’s agreement and contract with Brown and Associates for inspection services related to Five Star Development and general supplementation to town staff.
Paradise Valley Town Council has unanimously approved to continue the Town of Paradise Valley’s agreement and contract with Brown and Associates for inspection services related to Five Star …
For the roadway improvements on Mockingbird Lane from 56th Street to Invergordon Road, Kimley-Horn consultants brought back details to Paradise Valley Town Council on the “hybrid” option they have selected.
For the roadway improvements on Mockingbird Lane from 56th Street to Invergordon Road, Kimley-Horn consultants brought back details to Paradise Valley Town Council on the “hybrid” option …
The Town Hall parking lot will see incremental closures starting Friday, June 14 to allow for work on the parking lot surface.
The Town Hall parking lot will see incremental closures starting Friday, June 14 to allow for work on the parking lot surface. Milling schedule: June 14: The red area pictured will be …
Paradise Valley Police Department Officer Ruben Nava #247 has successfully completed a rigorous 14-week field training program designed for out-of-state lateral officers.
Paradise Valley Police Department Officer Ruben Nava #247 has successfully completed a rigorous 14-week field training program designed for out-of-state lateral officers. This intensive program …
The discussion of beautifying the Doubletree Ranch Road entryway to the town continued at the Paradise Valley Town Council meeting June 13.
The discussion of beautifying the Doubletree Ranch Road entryway to the town continued at the Paradise Valley Town Council meeting June 13. There are two components in the project: a screen wall …
Ross Mosser, a longtime volunteer of the town, recently passed away at age 82 on June 3 in Portland, Oregon.
Ross Mosser, a longtime volunteer of the town, recently passed away at age 82 on June 3 in Portland, Oregon. In honor of Mosser and his 45-year commitment to the town, the flags were lowered to …
A forum organized by the Paradise Valley Independent for town council and mayoral candidates running in the July 30 election is set for 4–6 p.m. June 17 at Town Hall.
The Independent recently learned there will be reduced parking available at Town Hall on June 17 because the lot is being resurfaced. Attendees must enter the parking lot from Invergordon Road and park in the spaces near there.
A forum organized by the Paradise Valley Independent for town council and mayoral candidates running in the July 30 election is set for 4–6 p.m. June 17 at Town Hall. In a Q&A format, …
Ascension Lutheran Church's spire will be preserved to memorialize the church in the Town of Paradise Valley.
A group called Save the Spire has developed organically in Paradise Valley to preserve the spire atop Ascension Lutheran Church, which was sold and will soon be demolished. Save the Spire is …
Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner presented a proclamation to Paradise Valley resident Mike Cummiskey for his many years of generous service and continued commitment to the police department and Safely Shred and Electronics Recycling event.
Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner presented a proclamation to Paradise Valley resident Mike Cummiskey for his many years of generous service and continued commitment to the police department and Safely Shred …
Two home remodels were unanimously approved by the Paradise Valley Hillside Building Committee June 12.
The property at 5301 E. Paradise Canyon Road is now fully compliant following a remodel that was done without permits.
Two home remodels were unanimously approved by the Paradise Valley Hillside Building Committee June 12. The property at 5301 E. Paradise Canyon Road is now fully compliant following a remodel …
A new multi-level single-family residence at 7045 N. Invergordon Rd. was presented to the Paradise Valley Hillside Building Committee June 12.
A new multi-level single-family residence at 7045 N. Invergordon Rd. was presented to the Paradise Valley Hillside Building Committee June 12. The home is proposed to have 9,020 square feet of …
Erika Safrin of Paradise Valley was among the more than 1,200 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa named to the president’s list for the 2024 spring semester.
Erika Safrin of Paradise Valley was among the more than 1,200 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa named to the president’s list for the 2024 spring semester. Safrin is a …
A new detached three-car garage at 5825 N. Superstition Lane on Camelback Mountain will be built subject to a stipulation for an auto court wall and landscaping.
The Paradise Valley Hillside Building Committee unanimously approved the garage June 12 after receiving a neighbor’s concern and voting in a tie 2-2, May 15.
A new detached three-car garage at 5825 N. Superstition Lane on Camelback Mountain will be built subject to a stipulation for an auto court wall and landscaping. The Paradise Valley Hillside …
Silver Sky Development broke ground on the new Silver Sky community in the Town of Paradise Valley, June 12.
The 17-acre subdivision will have 12 estate homes, four of which are now under contract.
The development team is getting ready to build on lot six, Nova, which recently debuted on the market for about $18.5 million.
Silver Sky Development, a Scottsdale-based luxury home developer, broke ground on the new Silver Sky community in the Town of Paradise Valley, June 12. The 17-acre subdivision, named in honor of …
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