New Port Richey, FL|News|
Armed Man’s Threat Over Dog Backfires, Deputies Say
A man accused of pulling a gun on a neighbor during a dispute over a dog ended up shooting himself, Pasco County deputies say.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
- Land O' Lakes, FL
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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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Bradenton, FL|News|
Gang Member Arrested on Fentanyl, Weapons Charges: Sheriff
An affiliate of the Team No Sleep Gang has been arrested on drug and weapons charges, according to Manatee County deputies.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
New Charges for Psychotherapist Accused of Groping Patients
A 71-year-old mental health counselor from Lakeland faces more charges related to use of ‘massaging/touching therapy.’
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Man’s Death at Pinellas County Jail Under Investigation
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says the 70-year-old man’s death does not appear suspicious.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Search On For Pasco Man Wanted in Tuesday Shooting
Breaking: Pasco County deputies are looking for a man in connection with a Tuesday afternoon shooting that left a woman injured.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Woman Critically Injured in Hit-And-Run Crash
A 61-year-old pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Tuesday night along Gulf Gate Drive.
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Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
Firefighter Injured After Man Allegedly Set Home Ablaze
An early Wednesday fire at a home on Gunn Highway was reportedly set by the man who lived there.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tim McGraw, Faith Hill Announce Tampa Tour Stop
Faith Hill and Tim McGraw plan a stop at the Amalie Arena during their Soul2Soul tour. Tickets go on sale soon.
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Shooting Under Investigation
A teenager was shot Tuesday night on 24th Street West.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
March to Macy’s, 891 Suspected Heroin Overdoses, Poisonous Toads
Cop faces second DUI charge, tracking sexual predators, arrest made in Lakeland woman’s death and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
891 Heroin Overdoses, 60 Deaths: Manatee County’s Year So Far
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office has announced 79 arrests and released updated figures related to heroin overdoses.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
New Port Richey Area Shooting Under Investigation
The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred on Ogalala Street Tuesday afternoon.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Newsome Band’s March to Macy’s Gets Boost from County
It’s crunch time for Hillsborough County’s first-ever high school band to receive an invite to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Man Killed in Kenneth City Pedestrian Crash
A Tuesday morning crash on 49th Street North left a 55-year-old man dead.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
ICYMI: Giant, Poisonous Toads Causing Problems for Tampa Bay Area Pets
A recent encounter in South Tampa serves as a reminder that poisonous toads are a constant concern in the region.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Temple Terrace, FL|News|
Moffitt Cancer Center Unveils Mall Pop-Up Location
University Mall shoppers can now learn more about cancer in between stops at their favorite stores.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Arrest Made in Lakeland Hit-And-Run That Left Woman, 74, Dead
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has announced an arrest in the death of Janice Joy, 74.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Halloween 2016: How to See if Sexual Predators Live in Your Tampa Bay Area Neighborhood
Find out if sexual offenders or predators live in your Tampa Bay area neighborhood before trick-or-treating with the kids.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Reward Offered in 2015 Shooting of Riverview Mother of 4
Information that leads to an arrest in a 2015 Riverview shooting case could be worth $3,000.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
FEMA Opens Pasco County Disaster Recovery Center
Pasco County residents who suffered losses due to Hurricane Hermine may be eligible for assistance.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
