The Suncoast News

02/20/2024

When more than 50 women met at Catches Waterfront Grille on Feb. 12, they weren’t just ladies who lunch. Professional women from businesses ranging from large law firms and real estate offices to home-based cottage industries, they were…

PORT RICHEY — When more than 50 women met at Catches Waterfront Grille on Feb. 12, they weren’t just ladies who lunch. Professional women from businesses ranging from large law

02/19/2024

Everyone was right on track to get some decadent strawberries and shortcakes. The inaugural Strawberry Festival went off without a hitch...

SHADY HILLS — Everyone was right on track to get some decadent strawberries and shortcakes.

02/19/2024

As Pasco County grapples with one growing pain after another, the latest discussion by planners could determine whether patrons have to park on the roadside when they visit their favorite bar or go-to Friday night dinner spot.

As Pasco County grapples with one growing pain after another, the latest discussion by planners could determine whether patrons have to park on the roadside when they visit their favorite

02/19/2024

When Col. Wilson Blount (Ret., USAF) and Bobbie Blount head to Selma, Alabama, the first week of March for the Selma Jubilee Festival, they will join hundreds, if not thousands, of others commemorating a pivotal event in American history…

DADE CITY — When Col. Wilson Blount (Ret., USAF) and Bobbie Blount head to Selma, Alabama, the first week of March for the Selma Jubilee Festival, they will join hundreds,

02/19/2024

The Learjet is the backbone of Bart Gray’s Global Jetcare company, and the firm’s founder is working to pay tribute to the airplane that changed corporate aviation by restoring one of the first Learjets.

The Learjet is the backbone of Bart Gray’s Global Jetcare company, and the firm’s founder is working to pay tribute to the airplane that changed corporate aviation by restoring one

02/16/2024

Weeks after Steve and Flora Georgiou were found shot dead inside their smoldering Tarpon Springs home, police arrested their grandson, George Georgiou, on first-degree murder and arson charges.

02/14/2024

People driving down Congress Street near Ridge Road have been curious about the huge sign for some time: Community Thrift Store. But the building and the parking lot were always empty.

PORT RICHEY — People driving down Congress Street near Ridge Road have been curious about the huge sign for some time: Community Thrift Store. But the building and the parking

02/13/2024

Clearwater Marine Aquarium announced Feb. 6 the launch of a new campaign to raise $32 million over the next six years. The aquarium said the money will allow it to bring in new wildlife, create habitats and launch global conservation initiatives.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium announced Feb. 6 the launch of a new campaign to raise $32 million over the next six years. The aquarium said the money will allow it to

02/13/2024

New Port Richey hasn’t decided how to bill people, it may or may not be being sued by one or more garbage haulers — it doesn’t know or wouldn’t say — and residents are complaining about having to pay the city for services they don’t want,…

NEW PORT RICHEY — The city hasn’t decided how to bill people, it may or may not be being sued by one or more garbage haulers — it doesn’t know

02/13/2024

Local nonprofits will be highlighted, a king and queen will be chosen to reign over festivities for the coming year, and the Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Disabled will garner needed funds for its programs when ladies in ....

NEW PORT RICHEY — Local nonprofits will be highlighted, a king and queen will be chosen to reign over festivities for the coming year, and the Lighthouse for the Blind

02/12/2024

Ground penetrating radar tests on the Native American mound at Anclote River Park have found no evidence of burials there, although the report does say there may still be graves in the park given the history of the location.

Ground penetrating radar tests on the Native American mound at Anclote River Park have found no evidence of burials there, although the report does say there may still be graves

02/12/2024

“I feel very frustrated as a parent and educator how difficult it is to get information,” Wright said. "We need to do a better job of really involving parents and the community authentically."

The race for the Pasco County School Board District 4 seat heated up Tuesday with the entry of a second challenger seeking to unseat 14-year incumbent Alison Crumbley.

02/12/2024

What did everyone think of the Super Bowl last night? What was your favorite commercial and what did you think of Usher's halftime show?

02/12/2024

The City Commission plans to address flooding at the Sponge Docks once again; it just has to figure out the best, and most cost effective, way to keep stormwater and tidal surges off the street and out of the shops and restaurants.

TARPON SPRINGS — The City Commission plans to address flooding at the Sponge Docks once again; it just has to figure out the best, and most cost effective, way to

02/06/2024

A discussion to implement recommendations made by a special counsel, hired by the City Commission to investigate planning staff and City Manager Mark LeCouris’ handling of the Anclote Harbors Development, resulted in commissioners a…

TARPON SPRINGS — A discussion to implement recommendations made by a special counsel, hired by the City Commission to investigate planning staff and City Manager Mark LeCouris’ handling of the

02/05/2024

The month of February is full of things to do beyond celebrating Valentine’s Day. From New Port Richey to Hudson, here’s a look at some events to keep your calendar busy. Here's a look at our top three events going on this week

The month of February is full of things to do beyond celebrating Valentine’s Day. From New Port Richey to Hudson, here’s a look at some events to keep your calendar

02/05/2024

Savannah Parvu was the keynote speaker at the Mel Greene Foundation’s Second Annual Light Up the Night Hernando event, and her story of being trafficked as a child and adolescent put a human face on the statistics of human trafficking.

The poised, well-spoken young woman who took the stage at the bandshell in this small city had an important message for everyone.

02/04/2024

An alert for drivers who use Mentmore Boulevard in Pasco County. A daytime pavement rehabilitation project is set to begin Monday, February 5.

The construction area runs from State Road 54 to Sunlake Boulevard – in both directions. Expect single-lane closures with message boards directing traffic. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is expected to take roughly 30 days to complete

02/02/2024

The Museum at Bethel Woods, located on the New York site of the first Woodstock and dedicated to preserving the history of the August 1969 music festival, has embarked on a mission to collect oral histories from those who were among the nearly half.

LUTZ — Vivian Barry has tales to tell, if only she’d tell them.

01/31/2024

Looking for something to do this weekend? Our calendar has got you covered.

Thursday Musicale performances

01/30/2024

The pirate show was the first in a series offered by Pasco County Libraries that will explore the culture and history of the Tampa Bay area. The remaining monthly programs will be held only at the Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center...

HUDSON — Jerry Berg pranced and demonstrated swashbuckling sword techniques Jan. 20 at the Hudson Regional Library as he told a capacity crowd “All about Pirates! Tampa History & Legends,”

01/29/2024

In New Port Richey, city officials and the fourth-grade class of Genesis Elementary School gathered at Francis Avenue Park for a program officiated by Dell deChant, chairman of the city’s Environmental Committee.

Pasco County and the city of New Port Richey held events Jan. 19 to honor Arbor Day, the national celebration of trees.

01/29/2024

Indie filmmaker Scott Tepperman brought his cast and crew back to New Port Richey to film parts of the third and final installment of his “Cruel Summer” horror trilogy. The filmmakers spent a day filming at the Hacienda Hotel.

NEW PORT RICHEY — Indie filmmaker Scott Tepperman brought his cast and crew back to New Port Richey to film parts of the third and final installment of his “Cruel

01/29/2024

TARPON SPRINGS — One thing that became clear at a special meeting called to discuss interviewing Seat 2 applicants was that inexperienced residents probably need not apply.

01/29/2024

When John Hernandez needed help, the Veterans HEAT Factory was there for him.

01/29/2024

After vehement argument and a repetition of the traditional rhetoric from both sides over the content of books in the schools’ libraries, the Hernando County School Board removed one book from its school library shelves and limited another book to h…

After vehement argument and a repetition of the traditional rhetoric from both sides over the content of books in the schools’ libraries, the Hernando County School Board removed one book

01/29/2024

The Hernando County School Board found itself thrown back into the culture wars on Jan. 23 over the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

01/24/2024

If you are a Hernando County resident, you will also receive a free one-year county license. Hernando County Animal Services is at 19450 Oliver St. in Brooksville. To schedule a meet and greet, call (352) 796-5062.

If you are a Hernando County resident, you will also receive a free one-year county license. Hernando County Animal Services is at 19450 Oliver St. in Brooksville. To schedule a

01/23/2024

The escape of an African crested porcupine from its home at Tree House Farms in November resulted in the death of a resident’s pet rottweiler and the subsequent arrest of the wildlife facility’s owner, according to the Florida Fish…

NEW PORT RICHEY — The escape of an African crested porcupine from its home at Tree House Farms in November resulted in the death of a resident’s pet rottweiler and

01/23/2024

If all goes right, in April children will have fun splashing around at the splashpad that’s going to be built at Tom Varn Park in Brooksville.