New Port Richey, FL|News|
Fire Weather, Recovery Operation, $3.8 Million Disney Settlement
JCPenney closings, deputy’s cruiser smashed, armed kidnappings and other stories from Florida Patch.
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|
Manhunt: 2 Armed Kidnappings In 2 Days
Hillsborough County deputies are searching for several suspects following two separate armed kidnappings over the past few days.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
Alcohol Suspected In Crash That Killed Tampa Man
A Friday morning crash on Himes Avenue left a 28-year-old Tampa man dead and two others injured.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Drunk Driver Slammed Into Deputy’s Cruiser: Sheriff
A 61-year-old woman is in hot water after a Thursday night crash in Sarasota County.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Toddler Remains Critical After Near Drowning: Sheriff
A 14-month-old boy was found in a backyard pool in Lakewood Ranch Thursday evening.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Walt Disney Settles Florida Wage Dispute For $3.8 Million
Walt Disney Co. has agreed to pay back wages to 16,339 resort employees in Florida following a U.S. Department of Labor investigation.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Brandon, FL|News|
Hillsborough County Sheriff Sets Career Fair
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is playing host to a career fair this weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
JCPenney Announces Florida Store Closings
JCPenney has announced the 138 stores it will close later this year, including a few in Florida.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Search For 2 Men Missing Near Pass-A-Grille Turns To Recovery
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its efforts to find two men who went missing in Pass-a-Grille waters Tuesday.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Watch: Orphaned Otter Kit On The Mend In Clearwater
An otter kit orphaned in New Port Richey is receiving care at Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Largo, FL|News|
Man, 53, Killed In U.S. 19 Pedestrian Crash
A 53-year-old man is dead following a Friday morning crash on U.S. 19 near Ulmerton Road.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Barricaded Man Shot, Killed Himself: Police
A 54-year-old St. Petersburg man is dead following an overnight SWAT call out.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
‘Critical Fire Weather’ Conditions Kick Off Tampa Bay’s Weekend
A sunny, mild weekend is expected throughout the Tampa Bay area, but forecasters warn dry conditions could increase fire risks.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Search Ends For 2 Men Missing Near Pass-A-Grille
The U.S. Coast Guard has ended its search for two men who went missing on Tuesday near Pass-A-Grille.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Land O' Lakes|News|
Hot Restaurants, Accused Cop Killer’s Case, Easter Bunny
DUI Wolf Packs set, mom arrested, Bayshore beauty and other stories from Florida Patch.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
DUI Wolf Pack Set To Prowl Sarasota, Manatee Counties
The Florida Highway Patrol is gearing up for a DUI crackdown in Sarasota, Manatee and surrounding counties this weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Chilly Water Prompts Beach Patrol Tryout Change
Clearwater has changed the date of its Beach Patrol tryouts ahead of anticipated cold water conditions.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
ICYMI: 3 Tampa Bay Eateries Named Among America’s Hottest
One Tampa establishment and two in Sarasota have been named among the Top 100 'hot spots' in America for 2017 by OpenTable diners.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
DUI Wolf Pack Set For St. Patrick’s Day
The St. Petersburg Police Department is gearing up to keep impaired motorists off local roads this St. Patrick’s Day weekend.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Easter Bunny Coming To 3 Westfield Malls
The Easter Bunny has plans to hop by Westfield mall locations in the Tampa Bay area.
Sherri Lonon, Patch Staff
