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Top Headlines: Pier Demolition, New Wawa, Red Light Camera Violator

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1. Swiftmud Approves St. Pete Pier Demolition Permit

If another pier design is chosen, the city would have to modify its permit with Swiftmud.

2. Ford Appeals Vote On The Pier Lawsuit

St. Petersburg mayor candidate Kathleen Ford filed the appeal of the Vote on the Pier lawsuit Monday.

3. Red Light Camera Video of the Week

Each week, the St. Petersburg Police Department releases a "highlight" reel of red light runners in St. Pete.

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4. Wawa Opens Near Tyrone Square Mall

Wawa's newest Pinellas location is near the Tyrone Square Mall at 9501 Bay Pines Blvd.

5. Is Rays Touch Tank Cruel to Animals?

PETA argues that home run balls that land in the touch tank at Tropicana Field during Tampa Bay Rays games are out of bounds for the humane treatment of the fish.

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