Palm Harbor, FL|News|
Teens Killed In Stolen SUV Identified
Three teens are dead and another was injured after Pinellas deputies say they played a dangerous ‘game’ in stolen vehicles.
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|
Botched Liposuction, Forged Papers, Burning Bed: Weird Florida
MTV “Siesta Key” boycott, deal breakers, drug dealer reports theft and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Man Found Dead In Sarasota Identified
A Saturday morning discovery of a man's body in Sarasota may be linked to a double homicide in Bradenton, police say.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Land O’ Lakes Sinkhole Grows, Impacts 2 More Homes
Pasco County officials say the sinkhole in Land O’ Lakes grew over the past few days, forcing two more homes to be condemned.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Elderly Homeowner Shot, Killed Intruder: Deputies
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating the death of an accused home intruder.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Double Homicide: 1 Victim Identified
Manatee County deputies are investigating a double homicide that occurred early Saturday on Harvard Avenue.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Sexually Transmitted Zika Case Confirmed In Pinellas County
The Florida Department of Health has confirmed the state's first sexually transmitted Zika case in 2017 in Pinellas County.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Botched Liposuction, Forged Documents, 64 Jobs
Rodent gnaw marks, sunshine, best cities for retirees and other stories from Florida Patch.
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Sarasota, FL|News|
Sarasota Named Florida’s Best Place To Retire
A study that ranks Florida’s best places for retirement put Sarasota on top. Find out how other towns in the region scored.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County EMT Forged Promotion Paperwork: Sheriff
A Lakeland woman faces criminal charges after authorities say she forged documents to gain a promotion from Polk County Fire Rescue.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Botched Liposuction Lands 2 Behind Bars: Sheriff
Hillsborough deputies have announced the arrest of two people who allegedly performed liposuction without medical licenses.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 Arrested In Tampa Shooting
Two people are in custody following a Monday evening shooting outside the 29th Street Store.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Sarasota Crash
A 66-year-old Sarasota woman was hospitalized after a Tuesday morning crash on Honore Avenue.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
64 Jobs: Railcar Mechanic, Barista, Welder
Looking for ideas for a new gig? Patch has you covered!
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Brandon, FL|News|
Brandon Teen Reported Missing
Hillsborough County deputies need help finding a missing Brandon girl who left her home on July 27.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Restaurant Inspections: Rodent Gnaw Marks
The state temporarily closed several Tampa Bay area eateries over the past week, including a popular barbecue joint.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Sunshine: Will It Last In The Tampa Bay Area?
Find out what to expect in the weather department in the Tampa Bay area now that Tropical Storm Emily has passed.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Fishermen Rescued, MTV’s ‘Siesta Key,’ Sinkhole Cleanup Starts
New charge in burning bed case, Sunshine State schools make the grade, woman shot at dinner table and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Pinellas Kids’ Crime Spree Ends In Spring Hill: Deputies
Three kids, ages 12 to 16, were arrested Sunday after a crime spree allegedly began in Pinellas County, entered Pasco and ended in Hernando.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Tropical Storm Emily Causes Lakeland Flooding
Polk County Fire Rescue reports one Lakeland family has been flooded out and several streets are closed due to Tropical Storm Emily.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
