New Port Richey, FL|News|
3 Wildfires In 1 Day, Pasco County Officials Say
Three wildfires broke out in Pasco County on Saturday.
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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Land O' Lakes|News|
Dog Poo Dispute, Gator Wrangling, Lemonade Stand Robbed: Weird Florida
Salesman assaulted with car and golf club, best robbery disguise ever and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Scam Alert, Martin St. Louis Jersey Retirement, Skyway Fatality
Hot real estate markets, New Year’s store hours, eaglet watch and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
DUI Crackdown Announced By Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Manatee County sheriff’s deputies will be on the lookout for impaired drivers this weekend.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Land O’ Lakes Attempted Homicide: Details Released
A man reported missing in Tampa died following a string of incidents in Land O’ Lakes on Wednesday.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
U.S. 41 Lanes Closed Due To Downed Power Lines
Motorists in the Land O’ Lakes area will find a portion of U.S. 41 off limits Friday afternoon.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Beware Ticket Scams As Sports Fans Converge On Tampa: Cops
The Tampa Police Department is warning about scams as a flurry of big sporting events dot the calendar over the next few weeks.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Tampa, Sarasota Named ‘Hot’ Real Estate Markets For 2017
The real estate website Trulia has released a list of 10 real estate markets to watch in 2017. Florida gets more than a few mentions.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Wisteria Loop Fire Under Investigation
A Friday fire in Land O’ Lakes is under investigation.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Winn-Dixie, Publix New Year’s Eve 2016 Hours
Find out when local stores will be open on New Year’s Eve 2016 and New Year’s Day 2017.
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Largo, FL|News|
Man, 79, Points Gun At 4 Road Workers Over Dog Poop Dispute: Deputies
A Largo man is accused of making four road workers duck for cover by pulling out a laser-equipped handgun and pointing it at them.
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Tampa, FL|News|
New Year’s Weekend Weather: Chilly Start For Tampa Bay Area
While cold conditions kick off the weekend, the Tampa Bay area may enjoy the best weather in the country on New Year's Day.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Cold Weather Shelter Opening In Pasco County
With temperatures expected to fall into the 30s overnight Friday, Pasco County is opening a shelter.
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Temple Terrace, FL|News|
2nd Arrest Made In Temple Terrace Homicide
Temple Terrace Police have announced the arrest of a second Tampa man in connection with a fatal home invasion.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
3 Serious Injuries After Pickups Crash Into Holiday Home
A Thursday afternoon crash in Holiday sent three people to the hospital and caused about $20,000 damage to a home.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Polite Purse Snatcher Targeted Bradenton Woman, Deputies Say
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a Thursday night robbery along Lake Bayshore Drive.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Traffic: Outback Bowl Beach Day May Create Snarls
Outback Bowl Beach Day events could cause delays for motorists in Clearwater.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Fatal Skyway Bridge Crash: IDs Released
A New Port Richey woman was killed in the fatal wrong-way crash that closed the Skyway Friday morning.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Eaglet Watch, New Laws, Rays Are ‘Awesome, Baby’
Deadly home invasion, car salesman assaulted, lemonade stand robbed and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Camaro Flips 7 Times After Driver Fled Traffic Stop: Sheriff
A 24-year-old St. Petersburg man faces numerous charges after deputies say he fled from a traffic stop, causing multiple crashes.
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