Reflections recall pool's rich history [Times photo: Boyzell Hosey] The closing party for the Holt Avenue Pool brings together swimmers who recall the Sharks team and some who jump in for a few last strokes.

North Pinellas County news
Gandy motorists rescue boater
Drivers on the bridge stop and pitch ropes to the boater, who is pulled out by a Fish and Wildlife officer.

Peers ease way for freshmen
The faculty adviser for one peer support program said the idea is "to let them know we care about them even before they walk in the door."

Officials face two choices: not good and equally bad
Commissioners know they will irk a substantial number of people in Island Island Estates no matter which way they jump on neighborhood rules.

Dunedin to use general fund for stadium upgrade
Due to low investment rates and taxes on loans, it is financially better to use the general fund, officials say.

Choked before, she let him back
PALM HARBOR -- Less than a year ago, Devina Jennings asked a judge to protect her from an abusive boyfriend who had choked her so viciously that she begged for her life.

Remake of West Bay now ready
LARGO -- West Bay Drive's revitalization officially begins tonight as commissioners are expected to unanimously sign off on a deal they hope will inspire redevelopment along the city's main downtown corridor.

Funeral home owner Vinson dies
Levin Eugene "Gene" Vinson was born into a family business that began in 1890 in Tarpon Springs. He ran the business from 1963 until 1979.

A robbery attempt doomed to failure
With a member of Army Special Forces and an off-duty police officer around, a Shell gas station holdup didn't work as thieves planned.

Letters
Play needs don't justify tax
Re: County shifts focus on recreation role, story, July 10.

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