Florida leads the nation in lightning-related deaths, according to NOAA, and residents of the Tampa Bay area are especially at risk.
The northern tip of John's Pass hides something authentic - a cool banana daiquiri after a hot day on the beach.
The open-source website was created by a Holiday resident as a forum to share ideas and create partnerships for a local green movement.
Former teacher and author Jackie Minniti rises to the challenge - to write a compelling novel focused on teaching children with ADHD.
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What tastes good to you might not taste good to me. Instead, let’s talk about everything but.
Snook season will not open Sept. 1 as usual on Florida's Gulf Coast, but anglers can expect a phenomenal redfish bite, according to area fishing captains.
An attorney for Julie Janssen has sent a resignation offer to the Pinellas County School Board.
Tampa Bay ranks second in a new report on the most dangerous U.S. cities for pedestrians. Gulf Boulevard has been particularly deadly on the beaches.
Situated right next to a busy causeway, this escape still manages to show off the beach's natural beauty.
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After 10 years of delays, the Pinellas Bayway Bridge replacement is finally on for 2012. "Just in time" says St. Pete Beach Mayor Steve McFarlin.
The board set the deadline for Julie Janssen to fix specific problems or face a negative review and perhaps termination.
Meet Kitty Bow, a delightful cat looking for a new home.
Officials launch into overdrive to fight mosquitoes as West Nile virus may have been detected in a sentinel chicken. Efforts include aerial fogging.
A dreaded back-to-school shopping trip opened the door to a special conversation.
Check out Ka' Tiki for Ladies' Night.
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Over the past 25 years 7,825,319 plastic bags were removed from oceans, rivers and lakes.
The Beach Theatre held a live performance of the cult movie this past Friday.
The Florida Department of Transportation announced the replacement of the Pinellas Bayway Drawbridge to begin early 2012. A four-lane high-profile bridge with a bike trail will replace the old two-lane drawbridge.
The owner of the unmanned sailboat is believed to be in Clearwater.
The following people were arrested between August 8 and August 15. The information is provided by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
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The Coast Guard are searching after his boat came to shore unmanned.
Get good deals on chicken with this week's Frugal Family.
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Ricky T's Bar and Grille in Treasure Island gets it all right - good food, cold beer and first-rate atmosphere.
Benjamin's Studios are a unique mix of art gallery, boutique, hair salon and spa, located a few blocks from Gulf Boulevard.
Check out a Yugoslavian disco.
The Sales Tax Holiday runs through Aug. 14. There are some big changes this year, higher-priced items qualify for a tax break.
We've identified three subject areas that appear to be most important to Pinellas Beaches Patch readers. But do we have it right?
Small steps in being a more eco-friendly beach goer.