New Port Richey, FL|News|
Do You Know Who Drives This Van?
Pasco deputies say the driver of a dark blue van approached a teenage girl in Holiday on Friday.
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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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Holiday Drive-By Shooting Under Investigation
Shots were fired at people standing outside a Holiday home early Sunday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Arrest Made in Lakeland Shooting Death
A 25-year-old man turned himself in following a Lakeland shooting that left one woman dead and another injured.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Man Crashes into Trooper’s Cruiser, Gets Arrested
A Wesley Chapel man faces DUI charges after a Sunday morning crash on State Road 54.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Phony Cop, Sleepy Burglar, Deportation Dream Dashed: Weird Florida
Big clue left at crime scene, murder for hire and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
U.S. 19, Tarpon Avenue All Clear After Downed Powerline
Motorists were being asked to avoid a few Tarpon Springs roads Saturday afternoon.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
2 Women Shot, 1 Dead After Fight at Rumors Nightclub
A 39-year-old woman was killed and another injured when a fight at a Lakeland nightclub spilled over to a gas station.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bloomingdale-Riverview, FL|News|
Bloomingdale Road Rage Shooting Victim Identified
A man is dead following a road rage shooting on Bloomingdale Avenue Friday evening.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Death Penalty Ruling, Spaghetti Warehouse Liquidation, Rattlesnake Festival
Fake cop busted, weekend weather, Cuban cigars and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Red Tide Continues to Cause Problems in Sarasota, Pinellas and Manatee Counties
Fish kills and respiratory irritation have been reported in Sarasota, Pinellas and Manatee counties.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
San Antonio Rattlesnake Festival 2016 Slithers into Town This Weekend
San Antonio's Rattlesnake Festival runs this weekend with shows, activities for kids and a beer garden for grownups.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Spaghetti Warehouse Items On the Auction Block
Fans of the old Ybor City Spaghetti Warehouse are being given the opportunity to own a piece of history.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Pill Drop Locations Offered by Manatee Sheriff’s Office
Manatee County residents have a safe place to get rid of prescription pills over the next few weeks.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
President Obama Coming to Florida to Stump for Hillary Clinton
President Barack Obama is heading to the Sunshine State next week to campaign for Hillary Clinton.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Accused Molester 'Enticed' Boy with Pokémon Cards: Deputies
A New Port Richey man is accused of molesting a young boy over a period of several years.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Death Penalty Juries Must Be Unanimous: Florida Supreme Court
The Florida Supreme Court has issued a ruling that will change how death penalty sentences are decided.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Cuban Cigar, Rum Limits Lifted by U.S. Government
Travelers to Cuba will now have an easier time bringing back cigars and rum.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Man Found Dead in Car Identified
St. Petersburg Police have released the identity of a man found shot to death in a car early Friday morning.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Fake Narcotics Cop Caught with Drugs, Sheriff’s Office Says
A New Port Richey man allegedly spun a tale to get out of trespassing and narcotics charges.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Man Charged in Crash That Killed Hillsborough High Student
A Clearwater man has been charged in a crash that left a 17-year-old high school senior dead.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
