History class bedecks schools' vets [Times photo: Douglas Clifford] CLEARWATER -- It seems like a major feat. Honor more than 1,000 veterans who work for Pinellas County Schools on Veterans Day.

North Pinellas County news
Clearwater officer shoots and kills 16-year-old boy
CLEARWATER -- A police officer shot and killed a 16-year-old boy Monday evening after the youth threatened the officer with a knife, Clearwater police said.

Man dies while on diving excursion
Despite an autopsy, the cause of death is not known. The victim waved for a boat to pick him up, but he stopped breathing once aboard.

Good deeds help overshadow bad day
Reverse the numbers and 9/11 becomes 11/9.

Vietnam debate lingers for many
The sweltering heat was no barrier to 250 North Pinellas residents paying homage to the nation's veterans at Largo's annual Veterans Day celebration.

Flea market pups lived in squalor
As authorities search for the owner of Bark Avenue, a booth at the Oldsmar Flea Market, 21 puppies recover from neglect.

Drive-through flu shots on hospital menu
SAFETY HARBOR -- The flu.

Late Model driver savors Super finish
All Dave Pletcher needed was to take the green flag, then the Super Late Model points crown would be his -- again.

Letters
Misinformation confuses Fire Department issues
The safety of the citizens of Clearwater is a concern we all share. In September 1999 a citizens task force was assembled to identify the best way to support the Clearwater Fire Department's needs.

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