John Balogh Jr., 21, is accused of stealing jewelry and family heirlooms from Gulfport resident Janet Schaffer. Balogh's father says his son is addicted to prescription drugs and needs help. He asks, "Who's the victim?"
A dreaded back-to-school shopping trip opened the door to a special conversation.
Gulfport residents and Communications Officers ask the city council to keep the Gulfport Police Communications Center, citing concerns over response times, safety and security in the city if the dispatch is outsourced.
30% Chance of rain, Appointments at City Council, Historic Preservation Committee meeting and more in "5 Things to Know Today."
Would you be in favor of a 20% increase in water and sewer fees to offset the cost of the Gulfport Police Communications Center?
Rick McChesney's "The Bug Man" business has built a loyal following in Gulfport and surrounding communities with pest control services and supplies for more than 30 years.
The vet gave him a 20% chance of surviving.
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City Council Meeting, West Nile Virus, Gulfport Fresh Market and more in "5 Things to Know Today."
The following information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department's call log. The calls that are listed represent calls that resulted in an arrest, citation issued and/or report by an officer.
The Beach Theatre held a live performance of the cult movie this past Friday.
The following people were arrested between August 8 and August 14. The information is provided by the Gulfport Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Margo Cormier volunteers her services a couple times per week at the Gulfport Senior Center, she is this week's Volunteer of the Week.
What is your American Dream and is the economy, government, religion, family, or anything else changing your dream or how you are achieving it?
Asking the right questions can help you find the perfect caregiver for your loved one.
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Over the past 25 years 7,825,319 plastic bags were removed from oceans, rivers and lakes.
You may have elected the cause of your frustrations as you wait for timely justice.
One volunteer found a bag of marijuana at the 49th St. cleanup on Saturday, August 13th.
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Briny is a rare Brindle Chihuahua looking for that very special home.
49th St. Cleanup, Sales Tax Holiday and more in "5 Things to Know This Weekend."
Despite a downpour Tuesday, Boca Ciega's football team practiced through it all, and excelled pleasing first-year coach Antez Brinson.
There are plenty of places in the Tampa Bay area to target this species that's both infamous and famous, tasty and muddy.
Volunteers and diners at the Gulfport Senior Center are grateful volunteer Iris Levy is ok after two bystanders pulled her out of her submerged car on Wednesday.
The Sales Tax Holiday runs through Aug. 14. There are some big changes this year, higher-priced items qualify for a tax break.
Weekend events in Gulfport, 30% chance of rain and more in "5 Things to Know Today."
As Gulfport Summer Camp draws to a close, campers enjoyed a day of games and prizes.
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding two men who robbed The Pasadena Bar & Grill around 12:30 this morning.
Some residents say the city's current policy of "soft enforcement" for code violators is too lax. The city council is investigating.
We asked and you sent them in. Thanks for sharing your storm and street flooding photos with Gulfport Patch!
30% chance of rain, sales tax holiday, call for artists and more in "5 Things to Know Today."
Chef Anne shows us a healthy way to cook up your catch in a flash.
Gulfport Patch has some ideas in order to enjoy a well-deserved weekend.
Suzanne King has become the go-to person to organize events in the Tampa Bay area and beyond.
The 61-year-old St. Pete woman was on her way to volunteer at the Gulfport Senior Center when she decided to turn around on a flooded street in Wednesday's storm. That's when she drove into a culvert.
One can add style and spunk to their hair by purchasing a vibrant flowered hair piece at Gulfport's Fresh Market!
Many businesses and communities across the nation are banning or restricting children, stirring up controversy for parents and patrons.
Samuel Vargas, 19, is accused of stealing two dogs from a couple in Sunset Beach and posting them for sale on Facebook.
The Zone 1 Gulfport Crime Watch Group outlines why the city should keep the current dispatch and urges city leaders to "do their homework" by talking to officers and other cities that use the Pinellas County Sheriff's office for their dispatch services.