Land O' Lakes|News|
Man Rescued From Burning Car
A Pasco County deputy and two good Samaritans dove in to save a man trapped in a burning car.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
- Land O' Lakes, FL
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Florida Editor
Email: sherri.lonon@patch.com
Born in Rochester, N.Y.
Sherri Lonon moved to Land O' Lakes via Amsterdam, N.Y., when she was 12. Lonon attended Pine View Middle and Land O' Lakes High before going on to receive her degree in history from the University of South Florida.
Always an avid writer, she began her career in journalism in 1990, writing mostly about local communities such as Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Carrollwood, Town 'N Country and Plant City. She also served as the community relations coordinator for the Hillsborough County Water Department. She is married and has two daughters.
When she's not working, she enjoys reading, watching a good horror movie and hanging out with her family and friends.
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Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Pinellas Detention Deputy Fired After DUI
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest and firing of one of its own following a Monday traffic stop.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Dump Truck Driver Fled After Fatal Crash: Cops
A Monday morning crash on Columbus Drive has left a man dead as authorities search for a dump truck that fled the scene.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Rescue Dogs, Missing Kids Found, Sanctuary County
Area eateries up for national honors, rhino kisses, intruder shot and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Wow Houses: A Roundup Of Jaw-Dropping Homes For Sale
Check out some of the more elaborate listings on the Tampa Bay area real estate market.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Red Tide Fish Kills, Respiratory Concerns Continue
A red tide bloom off Florida’s central gulf coast is continuing to cause problems for people and wildlife.
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Lutz, FL|News|
Motorcyclist, 25, Killed In Lutz Crash
A 25-year-old Land O’ Lakes man died in a Saturday evening crash on U.S. 41.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Teen Wanted In Greenbrook Park Murder
One arrest has been made as deputies search for a second suspect in connection with a murder at Greenbrook Park.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Land O’ Lakes Woman Killed In I-75 Crash
A 45-year-old Land O’ Lakes woman was killed in a Saturday evening crash in Hillsborough County.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Valiant Rescue Attempt, Baby On Board, Kidnapping: Weird Florida
Bathroom peeper, goodbye to a landmark, doggy door burglars and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Information Breach, Tourism Record, DUI Wolfpack
‘Soaking wet’ man arrested, adorable search-and-rescue team and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Fire Dog Earns FEMA Credentials
Lakeland Fire Rescue has a second four-legged member of its team certified in search-and-rescue by FEMA.
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Palm Harbor, FL|News|
Depression Closes Tarpon Lake Boulevard Section
A stretch of Tarpon Lake Boulevard has been closed following the discovery of a depression in the road.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
DUI Wolfpack Set To Prowl Manatee, Sarasota Counties
The Florida Highway Patrol has announced a DUI Wolfpack operation for the upcoming weekend.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
ICYMI: Florida Sets Tourism Record
The state of Florida welcomed 112.8 million visitors in 2016.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Free CPR, Choking Prevention Classes Set
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point is offering free CPR training and choking prevention classes next week.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Information Breach Reported By Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County has discovered a possible breach of protected health information related to its Aging Services Department.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Video: Woman Foils Armed Robbery At Gas Pump
A Sarasota man is accused of attempting to rob a woman at a gas station Thursday morning.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
New Port Richey Woman Killed In Pinellas DUI Crash
A 29-year-old Clearwater man faces DUI charges after a Thursday night crash claimed the life of a New Port Richey woman.
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Tampa, FL|News|
‘Soaking Wet’ Man Arrested After Car Crashes Into Lake
A 21-year-old man faces a long list of charges after Hillsborough County deputies say he crashed into White Trout Lake.
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