St. Pete, FL|News|
Reminder: DUI Wolf Pack Announced by St. Pete Police
St. Petersburg Police will be on the prowl this weekend for impaired motorists.
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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Palm Harbor, FL|News|
Obamacare: President Chooses to ‘Ignore the Problems,’ U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis Says
President Barack Obama’s comments about healthcare Thursday drew immediate criticism from U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Woman Sought in St. Pete Identity Theft Case
Eighteen victims have been identified so far and two arrests made in a St. Pete identity theft case.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Lightning Ranked No. 1 Franchise by ESPN
The Lightning are ranked No. 1 in this year’s ESPN Ultimate Standings.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Pumpkin, Rock Tossing Lands Man Behind Bars
Broken windows at a New Port Richey home led to a 26-year-old man’s arrest.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Lutz Woman Jailed After Child Found Near State Road 54
Breaking: A 52-year-old Lutz woman was charged with child neglect after a 4-year-old in her care was found wandering near State Road 54.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Motorcyclist Killed in Pinellas Park Crash
A 38-year-old St. Petersburg man was killed in a Wednesday evening crash in Pinellas Park.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Potentially Deadly Honda, Acura Airbag Problem Has Florida Issuing Warning
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is urging affected Honda and Acura owners to get a free repair made.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Tampa Woman Killed in Pinellas County I-275 Crash
A 25-year-old woman died following a Wednesday night crash on I-275.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Watch: President Barack Obama Rallies for Hillary Clinton in Miami Gardens, Florida
President Barack Obama took the stage Thursday afternoon to campaign on Hillary Clinton’s behalf.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Florida Gulf Coast Red Tide Concerns Prompt Call for Research Funding
Fish kills have been reported in Manatee, Pinellas and Sarasota counties over the past week.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point Thanks First Responders for Help After Fire
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point recently presented a $50,000 check to Pasco County Fire Rescue’s Amador J. Gonzalo Training Center.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Officer Kidnapped, Kids Vote for Hillary Clinton, Amy Schumer 'Apologizes'
Therapist accused of groping patients, teachers wanted, former Pinellas sheriff passes and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
New Zika Case Confirmed in Sarasota County
Florida’s total number of Zika virus cases rose to 1,044 Wednesday.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Man Repeatedly Rammed Ex’s Car to ‘Talk,’ Deputies Say
A Wesley Chapel man faces criminal charges after an incident on State Road 54 Tuesday.
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Brandon, FL|News|
Video: Suspects Broke into Dover Home While Victims Slept, Deputies Say
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has released video of people using stolen credit cards following a Dover burglary.
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Pasco County Looking for a Few Good Teachers
Pasco County Schools has announced its second annual Fall Instructional Job Fair.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Kidnapping of State Correctional Officer: Details Released
Breaking: A state correctional officer was kidnapped Wednesday afternoon in Polk County and recovered unharmed in St. Petersburg.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Former Pinellas County Sheriff Gerry Coleman Dies at 78
Funeral services have been announced for former Pinellas County Sheriff Gerard A. ‘Gerry’ Coleman.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Watch: Amy Schumer 'Apologizes' to Tampa Donald Trump Supporters
Amy Schumer fired back at members of her Tampa show audience who walked out during her Sunday performance.
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