Tampa, FL|News|
Motorcyclist Killed in I-275 Junction Crash
A Friday morning single-vehicle crash on I-275 left a 44-year-old Tampa man dead.
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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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Bay Weekend Weather: Mild with a Warning for Boaters, Beachgoers
Find out what’s in store for Tampa Bay area weather the weekend of Oct. 14-16.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Sleepy Burglar, Flu Season, Deputy Arrested
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Largo, FL|News|
Pinellas County Deputy Fired, Arrested
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Sarasota, FL|News|
ICYMI: Is Florida Ready for Flu Season 2016-17?
A report from the CDC shows Florida was behind the curve in getting ready for flu season last year.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Southwest Airlines Announces Cheap, Nonstop Cuba Flights
Southwest Airlines has announced fares as low as $59 one-way from Tampa to Cuba.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Legoland Florida Reopens Friday After Bomb Threat Scare
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Land O' Lakes|News|
Sleepy Burglar Helped Himself to Bologna, Nap: Deputies
A 20-year-old man faces criminal charges after he was allegedly found sleeping in a Zephyrhills home.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Teen Arrested in Holiday Home Invasion Charged as Adult
A 14-year-old boy faces adult charges related to a September home invasion. The elderly victim died.
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New Port Richey, FL|News|
Teen Critical After Ridge Road Pedestrian Crash
A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition following a Thursday morning crash on Ridge Road.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters Announces Tampa Show
Pink Floyd's Roger Waters is bringing his ‘Us + Them’ tour to the Amalie Arena.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Watch: Donald Trump’s Rally in West Palm Beach, Florida
Republican Donald Trump took the stage in West Palm Beach, Florida, Thursday at noon.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Teen Killed in Tampa Hit-And-Run Crash
A reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest in the hit-and-run death of a 17-year-old girl.
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Palm Harbor, FL|News|
Deputy Glanced at Laptop Prior to Palm Harbor Crash, Sheriff’s Office Says
One person was injured in a three-vehicle crash in Palm Harbor Wednesday afternoon.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
1 Arrested in St. Pete Home Invasion; 2nd Suspect Sought
A Wednesday night home invasion in the St. Petersburg area led to a vehicle pursuit and the arrest of one person.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Shooting ‘Rampage,’ Voter Registration, Sewage Woes
Drugs traded for stolen goods, firefighters wanted, Picnic Island Beach and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Tampa, FL|News|
All Clear at Picnic Island Beach
Breaking: A swim advisory at Picnic Island Beach has been lifted by the Hillsborough County Health Department.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
Help Wanted: Lakeland Fire Department Hiring
The Lakeland Fire Department is in the market for new hires to fill several open firefighter positions.
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Lakeland, FL|News|
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Bradenton, FL|News|
Bradenton Police Officers Start ‘Walkin’ the Beat’
Bradenton Police officers are leaving their cruisers behind to better connect with residents.
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