Tampa, FL|News|
Rain Returns To Tampa Bay’s Forecast
Forecasters say a break from dry days could be in the cards for the Tampa Bay area over Mother’s Day weekend.
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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Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Stolen: City Of Tarpon Springs Truck
Police are asking folks to be on the lookout for a stolen Tarpon Springs Building Maintenance Department pickup truck.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Publix No. 1, DUI Wolfpack, 142 Wildfires
Summer vacations, school threats on the rise, firefighters help bury puppy and other stories from Florida Patch.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Bank Robber Took The Bus: Cops
St. Petersburg Police say an officer made quick work of capturing a man accused in a Thursday bank robbery.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
Sexual Assault Victim Speaks Out
A member of the U.S. Coast Guard stationed in Clearwater talks about surviving sexual assault.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Arrest Made In Bradenton Man’s Death
A Lehigh Acres man faces DUI manslaughter charges in the November death of a 50-year-old Bradenton man.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Arson Blamed In Bradenton Fire
Bradenton Fire Department officials say a Thursday morning blame was intentionally set.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
Firefighters Help Family Bury Puppy After Blaze
A fire that ripped through a Carrollwood home Thursday claimed the life of a family’s puppy.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Last Day Of School 2017: When Does Your Child’s District Let Out?
Can’t remember when the last day of school is for your kids? Here’s a county-by-county look for the Tampa Bay area and beyond.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Florida On Fire: 142 Active Blazes Reported
As red flag warnings remained in place throughout large swaths of Florida, 142 active wildfires were burning Thursday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Fire Under Investigation
Authorities are investigating a Thursday morning fire that left a mobile home heavily damaged.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Crash With Dump Truck
Clearwater Police have released some details in a Wednesday afternoon crash involving a dump truck and pedestrian.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Siesta Key Drowning Victim Identified
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has released the identity of a woman who died in waters off Siesta Key Wednesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Threats Against Pasco Schools On The Rise: Sheriff
Pasco deputies have investigated threats at three different schools over the past few days. Three teens have been arrested.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
DUI Wolfpack Ready To Prowl Manatee, Sarasota Counties
The Florida Highway Patrol has announced a DUI Wolfpack operation for Sarasota and Manatee counties this weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Publix Ties For ‘America’s Favorite’ Grocery Store Honors
Publix tied for first-place honors in a survey meant to reveal America’s favorite grocery retailers.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Lakeland Man's Murder Prompts $5,000 Reward Offer
The Wednesday discovery of a Lakeland man's body in woods near an old golf course has sparked a homicide investigation.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
New Sarasota Hurricane Evacuation Maps Released
Sarasota County residents are being asked to know their evacuation zones before hurricane season kicks off.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
2 Seriously Injured In McIntosh Road Crash
A Sarasota man faces DUI charges after a crash sent two people, including a toddler, to the hospital with serious injuries.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Man Rescued From Crane 10 Stories Above Downtown Tampa (Video)
Tampa Fire Rescue crews recovered a man suffering a medical emergency from a crane cab situated about 200 feet in the air.
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