Giving Back on the Beach: Five Things on the Beach

Help give back and keep our beaches beautiful!

Elephants of Many Colors at Hotel for RNC

A local artist is making unique elephant statues to be placed at the Plaza Beach Hotel Beachfront Resort in St. Pete Beach for the Republican National Convention.

Elephants on Parade at Hotels for RNC

A local artist is making unique elephant statues to be placed at the Plaza Beach Hotel Beachfront Resort in St. Pete Beach for the Republican National Convention.

Trip Advisor names Chill top Restaurant on St. Pete Beach

Trip Advisor has listed Chill, the other half of Steam Coffee House, as the number one restaurant on St. Pete Beach.

Sheriff's Office to Speak About Possible St. Pete Beach Takeover

The Pinellas County Sheriff, Bob Gualtieri, has been invited to the June 26th meeting to talk about the possible replacement of the St. Pete Beach Police.

What’s Pinellas Beaches Saying About Obama?

Find out what Pinellas Beaches Patch readers had to say about the president's connection to the people.

Man vs. Food Food Truck: Photo Gallery

Share your photos of the Man vs. Food Jim Beam Truck with Patch! Tell us what your favorite dish was?

Reclaimed Water Outage in Belleair

A water transmission line along the Pinellas Trail has sprung a leak.

Flying Above the Shoreline

N. Jones submitted a wonderful picture of powered parachute going across the sky.

Beach vs. Food: Five Things on the Beach

Man vs. Food host, Adam Richman will be on St. Pete Beach today!

Heroics, Swigwam Issues and Tourism is up

See what you may have missed this week on Patch.

Man vs. Food Heads to St. Pete Beach

Man vs. Food invades Tampa Bay, offering a new food truck partnership with Jim Beam Bourbon.

The Don Cesar Hotel is Only on the Beach

As part of the prestigious Loews Hotel chain, St. Pete Beach's Don Cesar is a true gem to the community.

Man vs. Food's Adam Richman at St. Pete Beach

Adam Richman, host of the Travel Channel's Man vs. Food will be at the Postcard Inn tomorrow.

Matter of Taste: Potatoes Your Way

With a number of dishes that highlight potatoes as the main ingredient, you’ll never be bored with the options that the beach has to offer.

Dive-In Movies, Fishing Tourney, Family Fun Day

Check out this week's "Patch Minute" for ideas on how to spend your weekend! Stop by a Family Fun Day, "Dive-In" Movie or Cats n' Brats Fishing Tournament.

Pinellas Beaches Election Guide

The Pinellas Beaches Patch is devoted to bringing voters the information they need for the primary and general election. Here's our start on the candidates and campaigns. Bookmark this page for updates.

Tourism is Up: Five Things on the Beach

Pinellas county is breaking records with the revenue pulled in from bed taxes.

Unsung Hero Rescues Three People in Two Days

"He didn't want any thanks," Lt. Joel Granata said to describe Gus Hertz' second water rescue.

74-Year-Old Pilot Crashes Ultralight Plane Near Skyway Bridge

Neither the pilot nor his 55-year-old passenger was seriously hurt.

A Historical Father's Day Gift

This old press photo showcases how life used to be on Indian Rocks Beach and could make a great Father's Day gift.

Be Prepared and Be Safe in the Water

Swimming is fun, but it can be dangerous. Here are a few tips to keep you safe.

Pinellas County Tourism Breaking Records

Bed Tax Reports show that Pinellas County has made $3.14 million from revenue.

Indian Rocks Beach Views City Hall Plans

The plans for the new Indian Rocks Beach City Hall were shown off this week.

Movies and Swimming Make a Good Mix

Dive-In Movies kicks off it's summer season at the St. Pete Beach Recreation Center.

Honor our Country: Five Things on the Beach

It's Flag Day, a day to honor our servicemembers, our country and our flag.

Loving Lucy is Ready to Come Home

Lucy is looked over too often because she looks like a high energy breed.

City to Vote on Swigwam Outdoor Seating

The St. Pete Beach City Commission will be deciding the fate of the outdoor seating at the Swigwam on June 26.

Photo and Fishing camps at St. Pete Beach Rec

Do your kids like photography or fishing? Get them signed up for a specialty camp!

New Trees coming to St. Pete Beach

The medians in St. Pete Beach will be getting new foilage this summer.

Annual Sea Oats Planting Needs Volunteers

St. Pete Beach is looking for volunteers to help stabilize the coast.

Stuff Dad Does: Your Favorite Experiences

What's your favorite thing that you can remember that you're dad has done?

Flag Tribute at Indian Rocks Beach Today

Indian Rocks Beach's annual Flag Day Ceremony puts worn flags to rest properly. The ceremony is at high noon today.

Celebrating Dad on Corey

Corey Avenue's Father's Day celebration is full of everything dads love!

Half-Off Pool Passes: Five Things on the Beach

Get swimming at half the cost!

Jerry the Cat Needs a Home

Jerry is looking for a new forever home. Could yours be it?

Summer Books for New Readers

Patch partners with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD to offer reading lists for every age. Here are some great illustrated books.

Summer Reads for Ages 8-12

Patch partnered with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD to bring you reading lists for every age.

From Picture Books to Big-Kid Books for Ages 6-9

If you’re looking for some great summer books for children, check this list of “Terrific Transitional” books from James Patterson.

St. Pete Beach Library Offers Summer Programs for Kids of All Ages

Parents don't need to travel far to find special summer reading programs for kids, from toddlers to teens and all ages in between.