The Family Vacation Rental Group hosted its inaugural FVR/First Responders Appreciation BBQ on March 26 and also showed its appreciation to the city’s staff. We are excited to introduce ourselves as a dedicated group of 17 family vacation rental property management companies committed to enhancing the quality of life in our beloved Isle of Palms community. Our primary … [Read more...] about FVR feeds, thanks first responders and city staff
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Car break-ins latest trend in island theft
Attempts at auto break-ins have Isle of Palms police urging residents to be especially careful heading into spring. Officers have already responded to three reports this year. Although the number is manageable, police are still investigating all three attempts with no arrests made yet – and want everyone to take all security precautions available to prevent any further … [Read more...] about Car break-ins latest trend in island theft
Island native Evangelista becomes IOPPD’s newest officer
Adrian Evangelista recently became Isle of Palms Police Department’s newest patrol officer, responsible of course for patrolling the island and ensuring all forms of safety from motorist driving and parking to speed laws and answering calls for assistance. And he wouldn’t have it any other way. “I grew up on Isle of Palms,” said Evangelista, who started with the force in … [Read more...] about Island native Evangelista becomes IOPPD’s newest officer
Local pharmacist weighs-in on medications, vaccinations and more
The Isle of Palms Recreation Center launched its Speaker Series on Jan. 7 with Joe Gandy, a pharmacist from Delta Pharmacy on Isle of Palms. In the first installment of the series, Gandy spoke about medications, vaccinations and supplements. He discussed some of the history and evolution of pharmacy and the services provided by community pharmacies as an accessible health … [Read more...] about Local pharmacist weighs-in on medications, vaccinations and more
IOPPD receives federal funds to enhance officer mental health
Peer support, family resources and suicide prevention are not things normally associated with police officers, but they are just as big a part of their training as crime fighting. In mid-November, the Isle of Palms Police Department (IOPPD) was awarded $90,036 in federal funding from the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act to further enhance officer wellness and … [Read more...] about IOPPD receives federal funds to enhance officer mental health
