Pinellas County Legislative Delegation to Hold Public Hearing Monday in Largo

The meeting will include discussion and voting on local bills, presentations focusing on education issues, as well as limited time to hear from local organizations and agencies.

Patch Minute: Gasparilla Pirate Fest and More

Considering going to Gasparilla? Check out this Patch Minute for weekend event suggestions.

Finley's Hosts Fundraiser to Benefit Local Family Tuesday

The benefit will help the family of a Largo man who died in a car crash Dec. 26.

Fluffy Peanut Keeps His Cage Clean

Meet Peanut and friends at SPCA Tampa Bay.

Plan Ahead for Super Bowl Chicken Wings in Largo

Are chicken wings part of your Super Bowl plan?

Top Headlines: Motorcyclist Killed, Hedgehogs for Adoption, Open Air Market to Close?

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Local Fire Rescue Team Wins State Award

The Pinellas County Technical Rescue Team, which includes Largo firefighters, was awarded the 2012 Search and Rescue Responder of the Year Award by the Florida Chiefs Association, according to an email from Largo Fire Rescue.

OMG PD: Naked Man in Dunkin' Donuts, Prisoner Escapes, High School Fireworks

We compile the odd, unusual ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

New Technology Comes to Heritage Village

Heritage Village now has quick response (QR) codes to help visitors better understand the 21-acre living history museum

Weekend Things to Do, Jan. 25-27: Largo Open Air Market, Folk Music Fest, Sniff University

Here are some fun things to do this weekend in Largo and around Pinellas.

Sheriff Shoulders Blame in Death of Girl, 5, While in Foster Care

Authorities failed to ensure the girl underwent a required medical exam after she was taken from her Clearwater home, Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said.

Police: Woman Flees Scene of 3-Car Crash with an Injury

The Clearwater woman is accused of leaving the scene of an accident near East Bay Drive and Keene Road, according to Largo Police.

Largo Motorcyclist Killed in Seminole Boulevard Crash

Michael Evan Schneider, 19, was thrown from his motorcycle and later died after hitting a car at Seminole Boulevard and Walsingham Road.

Sadie's Stay at Animal Services Has Been Too Long

Sadie is a sweet pitbull mix who has been stuck without a family since November.

Now Hiring: P.F. Chang's at Countryside Mall

The Clearwater location is looking to fill full- and part-time positions before the restaurant's tentative opening March 4.

Anthony's Sells Old-Time Fresh Deli Foods

Anthony's Deli Warehouse on Clearwater-Largo Road sells bread, meat, cheese, olives and much more.

Would Mental Health Counselors Help Keep Largo Schools Safe?

The Pinellas School Board is considering hiring mental health counselors who would evaluate students identified as potential security risks and make sure they get treatment, TBO.com reports.

Fetching Destiny Awaits a 'Fur-Ever' Family

Meet Destiny and friends at SPCA Tampa Bay.

'Dying' Dog's Former Owner Convicted of Animal Abuse, Animal Agency Says

The former owner of the puppy found with a rubber band around its muzzle in December 2011 has been convicted of animal cruelty, according to WTSP 10 News.

Largo's Open Air Market May Close

Largo's Open Air Market could close due to low attendance, said Largo Community Center Recreation Program Manager Warren Ankerberg.

Cheese and Tomato Lunch Special with a French Twist

Love crepes and homemade soup? Consider Salt N Pepper Bistro on Clearwater-Largo Road for lunch.

New Breakfast Club Opening Soon in Largo

The Proino Breakfast Club plans to open sometime in February.

Valentine Events in Largo

Ready for some Valentine's Day fun? Here are several upcoming events in the Largo area.

Video: Play Dirty Adventure Run Comes to Largo

The new 5K event is in the Largo Central Park Nature Preserve Feb. 2.

Largo is Hiring for Several Positions

Want to be a firefighter, dispatcher, recruiter or truck driver? Largo has several job openings listed on its website.

Nearly 300 Animals Seized From Oldsmar Home

Pinellas County Sheriff's Deputies say they discovered the animals while responding to a 911 call about a missing child.

VIDEO: Hedgehogs, Bearded Lizards, Mice and More Available for Adoption in Largo

The SPCA Tampa Bay has hundreds of exotic animals available for adoption, including many seized from an Oldsmar home earlier this month.

Police: Man Tries to Remove Woman's Clothing, Takes Phone, Money and Car

A man is accused of taking a phone, money and a car from a woman, according to arrest affidavits from Largo Police.

Police Blotter: Jan. 16-20

The following people were arrested on felony charges from Jan. 16-20. The reports are based on records collected from the Largo Police Department and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

$1,200 Electric Bill Shocks Largo Couple

Vernon and Karen Bigalk brought the whopping electric bill for their mobile home to the attention of News Channel 8.

What's Open, Closed for Martin Luther King Jr Day in Largo

Here's a look at what government-run offices and parks are open and closed Monday, Jan. 21, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day.

Florida Lands at 31 in Sexual Health Rankings

A new study attempts to rank the sexual health of every state in the nation and Washington, D.C, while gauging how social issues and state law affect sexual health.

Ten Ways to Avoid a Packed Lunch Slump in Largo

Are your kids tired of the same old bagged lunches? Spice things up with homemade Lunchables and bento boxes.

Another Cold Front Headed Our Way

Don't put away that sweater so fast. A cool, breezy weekend will be followed by another cold spell in the Tampa Bay area.

New Businesses Coming to Largo: Gas Stations, Recording Studio, Thrift Shop

Want to stop for gas and a quick bite to eat? Like shopping for deals at a thrift store? Want to browse an art gallery? Check out some of Largo's newest businesses.

Largo Middle School's Debra Stotts Earns Support Employee of the Year Award

Largo Patch highlights interaction with our readers. Today, it's a reader posted announcement about a local recipient of the Pinellas County Schools Support Employee of the Year award.

Top Headlines: New Pizzeria, Gas Station Robbery, A Mom's New Business

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OMG PD: Wedgie Bandit, Vacuum Attack, Snoopy Gets Run Over

We compile the odd, unusual ‘oh my gosh’ police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Woman Dies After Getting Ejected From Truck, Police Say

After leaving a Largo bar early Friday morning, a woman died after she was ejected out of the back of a truck bed, according to authorities.

Delicious Cheesesteaks at Largo Subs

The longtime sub shop offers seven different types of steak subs.