Crime rate dips a bit, but vehicle thefts rise
The number of murders, robberies and assaults decreases from 2001 to 2002, helping drop the county's overall crime rate 2.4 percent.
Pasco's growth makes Top 100 U.S. list
Number of residents swells by 3.5 percent in a year, making it one of the country's Top 100 in population increase.
New Port Richey goes light on car canopies
The temporary covers will not require a permit. Also, a downtown development gains ground.
Jury: Suspect guilty of murder
Jurors believed the state's witnesses, including two crack-addicted prostitutes, in the trial of Jonathan Dye Jones. He could get life in prison.
Area talent on display at Easter Bowl
For the past 35 years, the Easter Bowl Junior Championships have served as a showcase for top American players.
Judge refuses to lower bail for suspect in murder case
DADE CITY -- A judge on Wednesday refused to lower the bail for a man charged with shooting 22-year-old Aula Matthew Penix, a move his public defender said was tantamount to denying bail.
Police reports: Driver dies, another hurt in collision on U.S. 301
ZEPHYRHILLS -- One man was killed and another seriously injured Wednesday morning when their cars collided head-on on U.S. 301, just south of Pasco County.
Editorial: Unprofessional conduct reflects poorly on police
For officers who feared for their jobs just a few months ago, a pair of Port Richey Police Department members behave as if continued employment is guaranteed. Unfortunately for their co-workers, the unprofessional conduct reflects poorly on the agency as a whole and provides ammunition to critics who advocate significant changes in the police force.
Letters: Minority interests overlooked in Dade City manager search
Editor: In hiring a new city manager for Dade City, the process would seem to be somewhat flawed if the job was not adequately advertised in minority communities.
