Tampa Bay: October 12, 2001
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Handy device rats on roaming students
[Times photo: Boyzell Hosey]
School administrators are using hand-held computers to keep students in line. Some students aren't so sure they like that idea. |
North Pinellas County news
Hispanics lobby to honor Latin American
An advocacy group suggests that Clearwater rename a major road in honor of former Mayor Gabe Cazares.
County set to quickly name new manager
All four finalists earn praise, but two veteran administrators appear to have the greatest level of support from commissioners eager to make a choice. A vote is expected today.
Sheriff's office worker faces sex abuse charge
LARGO -- A Pinellas sheriff's office radio operator was arrested Wednesday on a child sex abuse charge. James Robert Craine, 20, of Largo, was charged with lewd and lascivious battery based on suspicion he had sexual contact with a 15-year-old boy in late 1999, arrest reports state. Craine was hired as a complaint writer in August 1999, then was promoted to radio operator in the communications center in April 2000. He was placed on administrative leave with pay after his arrest and will be investigated to determine whether he will remain a sheriff's office employee, officials said.
Police chief foils would-be car burglars
Lester Aradi awoke early Thursday morning and decided to head to work. Instead, he fought crime closer to home.
Court hands lawyer 60-day suspension
The referee who handled the case suggested an 18-month probation. The Florida Bar asked for the suspension, followed by probation.
Street won't go back to old name
No part of Commerce Boulevard will be called Gim Gong Road. But the mayor wants to consider naming a park after the talented horticulturist.
Patriotism rampant at area's schools
New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani told us to keep living our lives.
Firefighters give thanks for contributions to survivors fund
To the honored citizens of Dunedin and Pinellas County:
Membership is declining
The headline on the ABC news release was misleading: "Membership Surpasses 3.5 Million."
Fright Fest goes batty
For the first time, the annual Halloween event has a theme, and it revolves around a fictional insane asylum.
