Lakeland, FL|News|
Scam Alert, Presidential Visit, No To Sanctuary County Status
Pinellas cruiser struck in hit-and-run, Monster Jam, cold case revived and other stories from Florida Patch.
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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Largo, FL|News|
Scammer Posing As Pinellas Lieutenant, Sheriff Warns
Pinellas County residents are being warned of a new phone scam meant to part victims from their money.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Monster Jam Roars Into Tampa Saturday
Tickets for Saturday's Monster Jam at Raymond James Stadium are still available.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Impaired Woman Slammed Into Cruiser, Fled: Deputies
A New Port Richey woman was arrested after a Friday morning crash in unincorporated Clearwater.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Body Found In Water Near Port Tampa
Tampa Police say a body was found in water near Guy N. Verger Boulevard Friday afternoon.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Sanctuary County Status Ill-Advised, Hillsborough Commissioner Says
Hillsborough County Commission Chairman Stacy White wants no part in naming Hillsborough a sanctuary county.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
ICYMI: 35-Year-Old Murder Focus Of Renewed Interest
An elaborate robbery scheme that ended in a Tampa man’s death 35 years ago remains under investigation by St. Pete police.
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Tampa, FL|News|
President Trump to Visit MacDill On Monday
President Donald Trump will be making a stop at Tampa’s MacDill Air Force Base on Monday.
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Tampa, FL|News|
DUI Arrest Announced After Fatal Gandy Boulevard Crash
A pedestrian died after a Friday morning crash on Gandy Boulevard. A Tampa man now faces DUI charges.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Rescued Manatee Returned To The Wild
After 18 months of rehabilitation, Sarasolo the manatee was returned back to the wild on Thursday.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Coast Bike Share Launches In St. Pete This Weekend
Coast Bike Share is offering a new way for residents and visitors to get around St. Petersburg.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Scammers Targeting Pasco County Residents
A Land O’ Lakes home was recently broken into while the resident was distracted by a scammer, deputies say.
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Seminole Heights, FL|News|
Person Of Interest Sought In Tampa Man’s Murder
A sketch has been released of a person of interest in the death of Dontae Lampkins, 25.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Elderly Woman Rescued From Burning Home Dies
The 83-year-old Sarasota woman who was saved from a fire last week has died.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Weekend Weather Forecast
Find out what’s in store for the Tampa Bay area in the weather department this weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Shooting Victim Dies; Manhunt For Accused Shooter Continues
The man injured in a Saturday shooting has died. Clearwater Police are asking for help finding the man believed to be responsible.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Injury Crash Closes Gulf-To-Bay Lanes
Clearwater Police are asking motorists to avoid a stretch of Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard Thursday evening.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Craigslist Murder, Deadly Fall, Disney Recall
Best hotels in Tampa Bay, toddler killed in DUI crash, ATM skimmer and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
ATM Skimmer Found At Tampa Bank
Tampa police need help identifying two people accused of placing a skimmer on a bank’s ATM.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Can You ID This Shoplifting Suspect?
Clearwater police need help identifying a man accused of stealing from a local Walmart store.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
