May 9, 2000
Tampa Bay: May 9, 2000
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North Pinellas County news
Clearwater library plan offers little room for improvements
A proposal for a new main library falls well short of the size hoped for by supporters.
Tarpon Springs offers manatees more protection
TARPON SPRINGS -- Manatees will now have a little extra protection from boaters here, especially during the winter months, when the sea cows find sanctuary in the warm waters of the city's bayous.
District's future in hands of voters
East Lake Fire District officials and firefighters say independence from the county will bring improved benefits and cost savings.
YMCA searching for a new director
After arriving in 1989, Steve Tarver succeeded in quickly reorganizing the YMCA chapter's programs and stabilizing its finances.
Workers unearth puzzling track at library
The reason for the single railroad track is a mystery. It seems Oldsmar pioneers took the secret to their graves.
Explorer inquiry draws mixed response
The mayor says the commission should have more closely examined allegations that arose a year ago.
Boy hospitalized after falling in pool
CLEARWATER -- A 2-year-old boy was taken by helicopter to Bayfront Medical Center Monday afternoon after slipping into the family pool.
Letters
It's time to begin redeveloping downtown Clearwater
Editor's note: The letters on this page are in response to the downtown Clearwater redevelopment proposal.
Dunedin Senior Center getting new wing
A computer lab and room for more activities will be part of the $1.2-million expansion of the Senior Center.
Tampa Bay headlines
Hillsborough sprinklers hit record on Sunday
Days before storm, they'll say: Go now or stay
Arson fears hang over other streets
Charter school limits proposed
South Pinellas headlines
Alligator killer now must wrestle law
'A history of liking violence' punished
Given bail, man leaves to become a citizen
Hillsborough headlines
Gun offense means end of J.J.'s breaks
Tampa considering behemoth proposal
Cab companies fight proposed luxury taxis
When injunction fails, bullet stops man's attack
Boy accidentally shot in leg
Speeding driver charged with attempted murder
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