Northbound U.S. 19 Closed at Nebraska Avenue

A serious accident has lanes closed in the northbound direction this afternoon, May 1.

Dunedin Man Charged in Palm Harbor Molestation Case

Detectives say the victim was abused over a period of eight years.

PHOTOS: Wandering 10-Foot-Long Gator Caught in East Lake

"They said the gator was snapping at cars in front of the dentist office," said Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Spokesperson Cristen Rensel, referring to the person who called 911 early Tuesday morning.

Pedestrian Struck on Alt. U.S. 19

Amanda Chakos, 28, is in critical condition after she was struck while trying to cross Alt. U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor late Saturday. Chakos was thrown into a second pedestrian, who was also injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Missing Palm Harbor Dementia Patient Found in Dunedin

Lyle Dokken, who suffers from dementia, had left the Harbor Chase Assisted Living Facility at 7 a.m. Monday. He was found early Monday afternoon at the Dunedin Marina, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Motorcycle Crashes into Deputy’s Car

The April 27 accident in Palm Harbor left a Tarpon Springs man in serious condition and sent the deputy to the hospital, as well.

Murder Suspect Awaits Trial

Jerry Fletcher was recently charged in a murder from the 1970s

OMG PD: Fake Deputies, Sushi Theft, Drug Dealer Refund, Machete Attack on Grandmom

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

Man Struck by Car, Killed on U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor

62-year-old Dany Ramos was attempting to cross U.S. 19 just north of Alderman Road when he was hit by a Lexus, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Palm Harbor Arrests: Charges Include Disorderly Intoxication, Burglary, Dealing in Hydrocodone

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from April 19-22, 2013.

Deputies: Thieves Took Sushi, Beer, Prilosec, Baby Items and Water Filters

Jewelry is not a surprising target for thieves, but how about Prilosec and Allegra?

OMG PD: Penis Yanked, Houseboat Murders, Spring Break Sex With Teens

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

Palm Harbor Teen Accused of Sexual Battery

Jared Alexander Alissandratos, 17, a 2012 Epiphany cross retriever, is charged with sexual battery.

Man Hit Elderly Person for 'Good Luck,' Deputies Say

Jack Theoharris, 37, of Palm Harbor, is accused of striking the victim once on the right side of the head, once on the left and then on the top of the head. Pinellas deputies say he told the victim that third strike was "one for good luck."

Palm Harbor Arrests: Charges Include Battery, Drug Offenses and Theft

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges between April 12-16 and booked into the Pinellas County Jail.

Boston Marathon: Palm Harbor Woman Crossed Finish Line Before Blasts

"She was one of the frontrunners, she missed it by about an hour," said Kacy Seynders' mother Denise Seynders, who was relieved her daughter was safe.

Lawn Mower Accident: Toddler's Final Surgery Called a Success

"I just want to hear her say she loves me and hug her and hold her, that's it. She's my angel," said Jeremiah Nugent shortly after his daughter Ireland's final surgery on Monday.

OMG PD: Cuba Kidnap, Guns at U.S. Capitol, Stolen Pinwheels

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

Father Revives Baby Found in Pool, Dock Battle Ends, Recycling Dogs and Furniture, Wine in a Keg

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on Palm Harbor Patch from April 7-13.

Outpouring of Support for Family of Toddler Run Over by Lawn Mower

"All of the sudden we heard a clunk and wailing like you've never heard in your life," said a neighbor who ran to help 2-year-old Ireland Nugent, who was accidentally run over by a riding lawn mower.

Two-Year-Old Run Over By Lawn Mower, Loses Both Legs

The girl slipped in front of a lawn mower being driven by her father, according to Palm Harbor Fire Rescue officials.

Former Palm Harbor Insurance Agent Ordered to Pay Back Millions

Neal Seth Smalbach, 50, of Palm Harbor was found guilty of grand theft for misrepresenting details of financial products to more than 30 clients who were senior citizens, according to Florida Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater.

Father Saves Baby Found in Walker at Bottom of Pool

Family members say the 11-month-old boy was still in his walker when he was found at the bottom of the family pool in Palm Harbor.

Patient Airlifted by Bayflite Tuesday Morning

A Bayflite medical helicopter landed in the county parking lot on Illinois Ave. and 11th St. in Palm Harbor Tuesday morning and airlifted a trauma patient to Bayfront Medical Center.

Elisa Nelson Murder: Florida Court Paves Way for Execution

The Florida Supreme Court has refused to hear any portion of the appeal filed on behalf of convicted killer Larry Eugene Mann.

OMG PD: Fetish Films, Passed-Out Mom, 'Smart' Getaway Car

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

Palm Harbor Residents Arrested

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from Saturday, March, 30 through Tuesday, April 2.

Alleged Child Abductor’s Pickup Found in Madeira Beach

Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputies have been looking for the 2006 GMC since April 3 when they say Joshua Hakken snatched his children from their grandmother’s Lake Magdalene home.

FDOT Puts Focus on Pedestrian, Bicyclist Safety

According to FDOT, its goal is to reduce pedestrian fatalities 20 percent by 2015.

Palm Harbor Man Accused of Punching and Swearing at School Bus Driver

Frank Dom Bottari, 51, of Palm Harbor is charged with felony battery on a school board employee in connection with the incident.

Palm Harbor Man Charged with Failing to Register as Sexual Predator

Police say Chester Robert Dzikowski failed to change his address on his ID within two days of moving, which violates state law.

Palm Harbor Firefighter Named Florida Firefighter of the Year

Dustin Seabolt, one of Palm Harbor's own, has been selected as the state of Florida firefighter of the year.

Self Defense Day at the Rays

The class will be held on April 7 before the Tampa Bay Rays play the Cleveland Indians.

Elisa Nelson Murder: FL Supreme Court Denies Killer's Request

Attorneys for convicted killer Larry Eugene Mann are seeking a review of his case. Mann is scheduled to be executed April 10 for the 1980 murder of 10-year-old Palm Harbor resident Elisa Nelson.

What Death Row is Like for Man Who Murdered Palm Harbor Girl

Here's a look at death row living conditions of Larry Eugene Mann, who was convicted in the 1980 murder of 10-year-old Elisa Nelson of Palm Harbor. Mann is scheduled to die by lethal injection on April 10, 2013.

Palm Harbor Man Charged with Selling Drugs From Convenience Store

Junn Yan Lai was released from jail after paying more than $27,000 in bonds. Police said Lai kept drugs behind the counter at the Greenwood Food Mart.

Palm Harbor Residents Arrested

These Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from March 18-21, 2013.

OMG PD: Thief Steals Ice Cream, Car Burglar Trapped, Taco Bell Attack

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

East Lake Top Stories: Blind Aspiring Journalist, House Fire Cause, Ridgemoor: Love My Neighborhood

Curious about what happened in East Lake this week? We've rounded up the top news stories for you.

Top Stories: Teens Injured in Crash, Hungry Howie's Founder Dies, Palm Harbor Stars to Dance

Busy week? No worries! Let us catch you up on this week's top news stories.