New Smyrna resident build custom wall to protect against erosion
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Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.

New Smyrna Beach neighbors self-fund natural seawall to fight erosion, rebuild dunes

A group of oceanfront property owners in New Smyrna Beach are taking coastal protection into their own hands, funding the construction of a natural seawall designed to defend against erosion while helping rebuild the shoreline.

2 sailboats wash up on New Smyrna Beach amid rough wave conditions
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Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.

New Smyrna Beach city vehicle hits 2 pedestrians, officials say

Two pedestrians were injured Friday after they were hit by a New Smyrna Beach public works vehicle, according to officials.

Hero fights restaurant fire with garden hose likely limiting damage, owners say

A fire damaged a back room at Third Wave Café & Wine Bar in New Smyrna Beach, owners said. A good Samaritan was able to fight the flames with a garden hose before firefighters arrived.

Teens rescued after boat capsizes near New Smyrna Beach, officials say

Two teenagers were rescued on Sunday after their boat capsized off the coast of New Smyrna Beach on Sunday, according to New Smyrna Beach Fire Department.

Volusia County woman threw coffee on mother, baby in dog leash dispute, deputies say

A Volusia County woman is facing battery charges after she threw coffee on a mother and her baby during a dispute over a dog leash, according to deputies.

$10K reward offered to catch vandals who damaged New Smyrna Beach golf course

Investigators are offering a $10,000 reward for information that will help them track down and arrest those who caused thousands of dollars in damage to a New Smyrna Beach golf course. 

New Smyrna Beach police, firefighters rescue person from radio tower

A person who climbed a radio tower overnight in New Smyrna Beach was safely rescued thanks to the combined efforts of police officers and firefighters.

New Smyrna Beach firefighters demand higher pay, warn of staffing losses

Firefighters in New Smyrna Beach are pressing city leaders for higher wages and better benefits, warning that without changes, many could leave the department. What We Know

Florida surfer recovering after shark attack: 'Had my foot in its mouth for a good little bit'

An 18-year-old surf instructor is recovering in the hospital after a shark bit his foot while he was surfing off New Smyrna Beach, an area often dubbed the shark bite capital of the world.