Darkness & Mystery in Community

It was a sad day when the joy of playing in the darkness came to a sudden and abrupt halt. My grandfather, the patriarch of…
Community Voices: St. Paul’s Brave Steps to Reduce Gun Deaths

Who will stand up for our children? Since the shooting at Annunciation Church almost four months ago, we’ve heard a lot of noise and seen…
Community Voices: Stalled West 7th Improvements Are On The Community, Too

On Monday, October 29, I attended my 86th community meeting about the future of transportation on West 7th Street. I was not expecting much. I…
Don’t Slip Up—Preventing Falls in Winter

As this year closes and the next one opens, one thing we can count on every winter in Minnesota is ice. Icy sidewalks, icy streets,…
Getting Back Into the Reading Groove

Bea’s Books As fall has come to a close and the days have become darker, my reading slump is finally coming to an end. Maybe…
West 7th/Fort Road Federation December 2025

Hygiene Drive In the spirit of giving this holiday season, join us for our fifth Annual Hygiene Drive taking place from December 14 to December…
Highland District Council December 2025

Calling all home improvement businesses The Home Improvement Workshop Day returns on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Cretin-Derham Hall.…
Make it a Handmade Holiday with St. Paul Public Library

Looking for a creative way to spread some holiday cheer this year? Skip the crowded stores and make your gifts at the library instead! Most…
Keeping Our Community Safe and Thriving

It’s been a challenging year and one of contrasts. As major crimes in St. Paul plummet by double digits, our year has been punctuated by…