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Shop Local – Peoria’s Parade of Presents

By Coconino News Report | Nov 29, 2023

Shopping local not only keeps sales tax dollars in your hometown to help fund street repairs, parks and public safety, but you are also helping support your local employers!

Online Shopping Safety

By Coconino News Report | Nov 28, 2023

Cyber Monday is here! The National Retail Federation in 2005 coined the term to describe the Monday after Thanksgiving as the ceremonial kickoff for the online retail season and Peoria Police offer some online shopping tips to ensure a pleasant online shopping experience.

City Launches New Water Video Series

By Coconino News Report | Nov 27, 2023

The city of Peoria has launched a new video series, “Ripple Effect: Our Water. Our Future,” to increase public awareness of the city’s ongoing efforts related to water services.

Gingerbread House Competition

By Coconino News Report | Nov 25, 2023

Enter the annual Gingerbread House Competition at Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street.

Shop ‘Til You Drop Safely

By Coconino News Report | Nov 24, 2023

Online and in-person shopping is ramping up as we enter the holiday season.

Christmas Lights Safety

By Coconino News Report | Nov 23, 2023

The holiday season is here, many families are putting up lights and decorating their homes.

Shop Local – Peoria’s Parade of Presents

By Coconino News Report | Nov 22, 2023

Save while shopping local this holiday season at a variety of Peoria retail and boutique shops. Download a mobile passport and check-in to receive exclusive discounts and accumulate points to win prizes such as, wireless phone charging pads and Spring Training tickets! As you shop tag #VisitPeoriaAZ on social media.

Peoria City Council sets new effective date for Amusement Tax collection

By Coconino News Report | Nov 20, 2023

The Peoria City Council, Tuesday night, approved an ordinance establishing an official effective date for specific business types required, under state tax code, to pay the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) under the Amusement classification.

Peoria’s Mic Drop

By Coconino News Report | Nov 17, 2023

Improve your writing and speaking skills Thursday, November 16 and December 7 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe Street. Participants can learn about different writing techniques, public speaking, microphone techniques, storytelling and much more.

Thomas Intrieri to serve as next Peoria Police Chief

By Coconino News Report | Nov 16, 2023

Following a very thorough months-long recruitment process, a three-day interview process, and required background check, City Manager Henry Darwin selected Thomas Intrieri to serve as the next Police Chief for the city of Peoria.

Peoria Recycles Day

By Coconino News Report | Nov 16, 2023

Bring electronics and appliances you no longer use and documents that need to be shredded to Peoria Recycles Day Saturday, November 18 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue.

Innovation Night: Peoria Forward and Beyond

By Coconino News Report | Nov 15, 2023

Celebrate West Valley innovators, leaders, entrepreneurship and businesses this Thursday, November 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue.

Every two seconds, someone in the US needs blood

By Coconino News Report | Nov 11, 2023

The City of Peoria is hosting a blood drive with Vitalant Tuesday, November 14, 2023 in the Public Safety Building, 8351 W. Cinnabar Avenue from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 pm.

Epic Food Truck Throwdown

By Coconino News Report | Nov 10, 2023

Taste the Valley’s best street food at the Epic Food Truck Throwdown Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 4 to 10 p.m. at the Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue.

Veterans Day Adaptive Cycle Ride

By Coconino News Report | Nov 9, 2023

Veterans and friends are invited to join the Adaptive Cycle Ride, Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Veterans Day Remembered

By Coconino News Report | Nov 8, 2023

The City of Peoria is hosting an intimate Veterans Day Ceremony, Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W. Thunderbird Road.

30 Years of Holiday Sparkle

By Coconino News Report | Nov 8, 2023

The city celebrates the magic of the holidays with an event for the whole family

Starting on January 1, Peoria to charge service fees for payments made by credit card

By Coconino News Report | Nov 3, 2023

Starting January 1, 2024, the City of Peoria will begin charging a service fee for all utility payments and business licenses paid with a credit or debit card.