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More than 100 Haitian migrants land in Key West after spending 7 days at sea
A group of more than 100 migrants from Haiti arrived off Key West in a sailboat early Wednesday morning, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. The boat arrived about 100 yards off the 1800 Atlantic condominiums near Higgs Beach around 3:40 a.m., according to the sheriff’s office. About 117 people — 87 males and 30 females, including some children — were on the vessel, according to a dispatch provided to the Miami Herald by the agency.
Clearwater’s Coachman Park celebrates first anniversary with special events
CLEARWATER — It’s been one year since the grand opening of the completely remade Coachman Park, and the city of Clearwater will mark the date on Friday, June 28, with family-friendly activities and live music. “The idea was to replicate some of the most well-attended activities” in the...
St. Petersburg police looking for hit-and-run driver who killed pedestrian
St. Petersburg police are looking for a driver who hit and killed a woman as she tried to cross Fourth Street North on Tuesday. Kathy Repke, 63, was walking in a marked crosswalk on the 6900 block of Fourth Street North about 9:22 p.m. when she was struck by a vehicle, police said in a news release. The driver left the scene without helping Repke or calling police.
St. Petersburg has a new spot for beer, wine, charcuterie — and flowers
ST. PETERSBURG — They traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana; Houston, Texas; and Portland, Oregon. There was a stint in New Zealand and some time in South Florida. But in the end, St. Petersburg was the place that felt most like home. Carly Dauscher and Anthony Diaz are the new...
Dear Annie: Did my friends go away because I dropped social media?
Dear Annie: I do not engage in social media platforms for a few reasons. First and foremost, I cherish face-to-face communication along with the sound of another’s voice and real human interaction. I long for it. It is not as if I never gave social media a chance. I did, for years.
The man with the plan when it comes to the Lightning’s draft prep
TAMPA — John Rosso jokingly calls himself a slow learner, because two players he scouted in the amateur ranks — who eventually made it to the NHL — didn’t immediately stand out to him. But maybe it’s Rosso’s attention to detail and personable nature that have made him a valuable scouting asset to the Lightning over the past 13 years.
Rays hammer 3 homers for another win over the Mariners
ST. PETERSBURG — The Rays have struggled with home runs this season. Their pitching has given up the most in the majors and their hitters have hit the third fewest in the American League. But Tuesday night, the Rays’ power got back on track. With home runs from Yandy...
Man dies in shootout after killing 3 women, including his mother, deputies say
BRADENTON — Detectives with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a triple homicide that left three women dead in Bradenton and Palmetto. The sheriff’s office said the alleged shooter, 28-year-old Javontee Brice, is also dead after a shootout with deputies in North Florida. Deputies say Brice shot and killed his mother, a cousin and the partner of an ex-girlfriend late Monday night.
Why the Rays are thinking more and running less
ST. PETERSBURG — Jose Caballero has stolen more bases than any other player in the American League and, with 24, has the third most in the majors. But the Rays infielder also has made the walk of shame more than anyone, the lonely trek off the field after being caught stealing an MLB-most eight times and picked off four more.
Rays winning just enough to make trade deadline a potential nightmare
ST. PETERSBURG — They are not dominant, scary or amazing. But they are kind of feisty. They have struggled against AL East teams, right-handers and contenders. But, somehow, they are still hanging around. Meet the 2024 Rays. A team on the pleasant side of infuriating. My oh my, this...
Rays designate reliever Chris Devenski for assignment
ST. PETERSBURG — The Rays have designated struggling reliever Chris Devenski for assignment on Tuesday. Tampa Bay recalled right-hander Edwin Uceta from Triple A. Devenski gave up a two-run home run Monday night, his third straight appearance allowing a homer. It was the second time this year that Devenski had allowed a home run in three straight appearances.
10 places along the water — with shade! — around Tampa Bay
Summer is here and it’s hot. Really hot. But you don’t have to take a vacation from basking in the natural beauty of the area. Tampa Bay is rich with waterfront parks that have shade via trees or pavilions. Another bonus is that many don’t charge for parking.
New Tampa residents pack meeting to voice fears, concerns about recent violence
TAMPA — Some expressed concern for their families. Others were looking for answers. More than 150 people packed in from wall to wall at the New Tampa Center Monday night to hear from the Tampa Police Department about a series of deadly shootings in the area in recent days.
New Stanley Cup champions on Lightning’s preseason schedule
TAMPA — The Lightning’s 2024-25 preseason schedule will include seven games, including three on home ice at Amalie Arena and another in Orlando. Tampa Bay will open its preseason slate on Sept. 24 against Carolina at Amalie Arena at 7 p.m., then face the Panthers the following night at the Kia Center in Orlando for a 7 p.m.
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