Lakeland, FL|News|
Shark Attacks, Human Trafficking, McDonald’s Delivery
Tossed receipt leads to arrest, sizzling real estate market, orphaned manatee dies 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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Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Bomb Threat Leads To Tarpon Springs High Student's Arrest: Police
A 16-year-old Palm Harbor boy faces felony charges after a bomb threat was made at Tarpon Springs High School.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
2-Year-Old Pasco County Boy Found
Pasco County deputies were asking for help locating a missing, endangered 2-year-old boy.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Emoji The Manatee Dead After Health Struggle, Lowry Park Zoo Reports
Emoji, the orphaned manatee calf rescued by Lowry Park Zoo, in October has died.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Unprovoked Shark Attacks: Florida No. 1 … Again
People in Florida had more run-ins with sharks and their teeth in 2016 than folks in any other part of the world.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Drew Street Section Closed After Injury Crash
Clearwater Police say a two-vehicle crash with serious injuries has forced a temporary closing of a section of Drew Street.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Florida Human Trafficking Reports Rise Dramatically In 2016
The organization that runs the National Human Trafficking Hotline noted a sharp uptick in reports from Florida in 2016.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Now Delivering: 30 McDonald’s Locations In Tampa Bay Area
Thirty McDonald’s locations in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties are working with UberEATs to provide delivery service.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Music Half Marathon 2017: Road Closures
Sarasota area motorists will want to keep a few upcoming road closures in mind as the weekend approaches.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Sex Offender Back Behind Bars After Armed Robbery
New Port Richey Police say a receipt left behind during an armed robbery led detectives to a registered sex offender’s door.
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Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
Motorcyclist, 21, Critical After Busch Boulevard Crash
A 21-year-old Tampa man was critically injured in a Monday night motorcycle crash on Busch Boulevard.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Frost Advisory Issued For Tampa Bay Area
The interior portions of several Tampa Bay area counties may experience temperatures in the mid- to upper-30s Tuesday morning.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Manhunt, 100 Jobs, Handgun Heist
Eaglet stretching its wings, The Chainsmokers, secluded estate and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Orbit 19 Customer’s Wallet Swiped
Pasco County deputies are looking for help identifying two people connected to a Sunday morning wallet theft at Orbit 19.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Ivy Lake Estates Crime Spree Under Investigation
A rash of auto burglaries in Ivy Lake Estates is under investigation by the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Mayors Mark National Blood Donor Month By Giving 'Just One More'
Mayors George Cretekos and Bob Buckhorn have joined forces for an upcoming blood donor event in St. Petersburg.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
‘Armed And Dangerous’ Man Sought In Clearwater Shooting
Clearwater Police say a man with a ‘110 percent gangsta’ tattoo on his arm is wanted in connection with a Saturday shooting.
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Brandon, FL|News|
100 Jobs: Groundskeeper, Cook, Microbiologist
Employers throughout the Tampa Bay area and nearby are looking for new hires.
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Tampa, FL|News|
The Chainsmokers Announce Tampa Show
Amalie Arena will play host to The Chainsmokers as the duo celebrates its upcoming album release with a tour.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
‘SpongeBob’ Fan Faces Sex-Related Charges, More Victims Possible: Police
St. Petersburg Police say a man wanted on child molestation charges targeted two adult women Monday morning.
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