Zeke Seeks a Place to Stay and Play

Meet Zeke and friends at Pinellas Animal Services.

Breast Cancer: Stuff They Never Tell You

Survivors are part of a sisterhood, whether they choose to be or not. And sharing stories – funny, sad, ironic – is what sisters do best.

Tropical Storm May Bring Cooler Temps to Tampa Bay

The system won't make a direct hit on southwest and central Florida, but it may usher in some milder temperatures, according to forecasters.

Bayway Bridge Closed Until 4 p.m.

The eastbound lanes will be shut down today.

Tickets to Obama's Tampa Rally Available Today

President Barack Obama will be in Florida Thursday, and free tickets are available at several Tampa Bay outlets.

Suitable Interview Attire

An interview is an IT worker’s chance to make a first impression, and appearing overly casual could lead the hiring manager to believe the candidate does not take the position seriously.

South Pasadena Motorist Hits, Kills Pedestrian in Bradenton

The 38-year-old woman tried to cross the busy road shortly after 9 p.m. Saturday night. She was not using a cross walk.

Obama Comes to Tampa Thursday

The campaign is calling the event a “grassroots rally.”

Gloria Steinem: Romney Is 'Anti-Equality, Extremist'

The feminist icon was in St. Petersburg to rally against Amendment 6. She also lambasted presidential candidate Mitt Romney.

New Florida Fishing Rules Require Exam

New commercial fishing mandates went into effect Oct. 16. Fishermen will need to contact Coast Guard fishing vessel safety examiners.

Job Openings Near the Beaches

Here are job listings from companies that are 25 miles or less from St. Pete Beach.

Obama Will Head to Florida in Six-State Campaign Blitz

President Barack Obama is expected to fly into Tampa next week during a two-day campaign blitz across six key states.

Anti-Obamacare Rally Is Saturday

Protesters will rally against federal health care reforms in St. Petersburg.

Patch Minute: Newton's Haunts, Oktoberfest, Fish Broil

Looking to get spooked? How about taste testing at Oktoberfest? Or, stop by a tradition 82 years in the making for fresh fish cooked the same way since 1930! That's right, check out this week's Patch Minute!

Former Employes Move for Change at Seabird Sanctuary

Robin Vergara and other former Seabird Sanctuary employees want to see the mission for the Sanctuary live on.

Show Us Your Weekend Photos!

What are you up to this weekend? Show us in our Pics and Clips!

Outer Beauty Tips Lead to Inner Strength for Women with Breast Cancer

Resources for women fighting breast cancer that your doctor doesn't offer.

Wawa Store Coming to Bay Pines Area

The popular northeastern fuel and convenience store is building a store across the road from the Veteran's Administration.

What's the Most Decorated House in Your Neighborhood?

We're looking for the spookiest and coolest Halloween houses around!

A Well-Behaved Puppy With No Home

Panda has been at the Pinellas County Animal Shelter for a month and is in desperate need of a home.

Sheriff's Candidate Thrown Out of Largo City Meeting

Three candidates for office spoke during public comment, with Pinellas County Sheriff hopeful Greg Pound being escorted by police out of the commission chambers for "attacking" political opponents.

Three Men Charged with Death of Madeira Beach Fisherman

Kord Lynn Tucker, Timothy Schuyler and Joshua Eugene Shroyer have been charged with the second-degree murder of Michael T. Merrill.

Orionids Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight

Shooting stars will be flying, as the Orionids meteor shower promises to be a show worth watching.

Keep Kids Safe While Trick-or-Treating on the Beaches for Halloween

Make sure your child trick-or-treats safely with these tips.

Bayway Closed until 4:30 p.m.

The Bayway's eastbound lanes will be closed for 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. today.

Injured Cat Still Has Lots of Love to Give

The two-year-old cat has recovered and now needs a family.

Beach Art Center Starts Fall Exhibition

The Beach Art Center in Indian Rocks will have the premiere of their fall exhibition October 19.

Pass-A-Grille Fish Broil Gets Cooking Oct. 20

The 82nd Annual Fish Broil and Mullet Festival is hitting Pass-A-Grille on October 20.

Bayway Bridge Closed Today

The eastbound Bayway will be closed from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Seabird Sanctuary Facing IRS and Department of Labor Review

The IRS has filed leins for $187,000 in unpaid payroll taxes against the Seabird Sanctuary.

Show Your Boss Some Love on National Boss’ Day

Today is National Boss’ Day. Here’s how to use Pinellas Beaches Patch to thank your boss for his or her hard work.

Giant Mystery Eyeball May Be From Swordfish

The mysterious softball-sized eyeball is being studied in St. Petersburg after washing up on a Florida beach last week.

What to Know about Red Tide

Red tide has been found in some spots in Pinellas. Here's what you need to know about it.

Kites Take to the Sky in Treasure Island

KiteOberFest is coming up on Saturday, October 20 at the Thunderbird in Treasure Island.

The Weirdest Thing You've Found on the Beach?

Some odd things can come to shore. What's the strangest you've found?

Blind Pass Outside Lanes Closed this Week

The outermost lanes on Blind Pass will be closed for maintenance this week.

Giant Eyeball Found on Florida Beach

A giant eyeball was found along the beach near Pompano Beach and it will be transported to St. Petersburg for study.

Making a Splash

Show us your photos from the beach!

Stone Crab Season Opens Oct. 15

There is a recreational daily bag limit of one gallon of claws per person or two gallons per vessel, whichever is less. The season will be open through May 15, 2013.

Save Energy and Lower Your Power Bills Now

The Pinellas County Extension office wants to help you achieve energy efficiency and save on your energy bills during the month of October.