Florida faces one of its driest periods in decades, prompting new water restrictions affecting daily life. Over 72% of the state is in extreme or […]
Author: The Pasco Herald
Man Sentenced to Prison for Threatening Federal Officials
Benjamin Rubin, 79, of New Port Richey, Fla., was sentenced to one year in federal prison for threatening to kill multiple federal officials. Prosecutors said […]
Hillsborough Deputies Arrested in Domestic Violence Incidents
A Hillsborough County deputy is facing charges and suspended after being arrested in a domestic violence incident in Port Richey, Florida. The incident occurred late […]
Man Sentenced to Prison After Online Threats Against Federal Officials
Benjamin Rubin, a 79-year-old man from New Port Richey, was sentenced to one year in federal prison following a guilty plea for interstate transmission of […]
Pasco County Arrests Human Smuggling Suspects During Traffic Stop
Pasco County authorities made an arrest for human smuggling after a traffic stop on Interstate 75. A Florida Highway Patrol trooper stopped a white Mercedes […]
Governor DeSantis Signs Farm Bill Protecting Local Farmers And Land
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation making the Farmers Feeding Florida program permanent to tackle state food insecurity concerns. The Farm Bill preserves agricultural land […]
County Evaluates $20 Million Opioid Prevention Program Effectiveness
Pasco County officials are reviewing how anti-addiction programs are performing after investing about $20 million in prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives. The county partnered with […]
Pasco County Community Event Guide Highlights March April Festivities
Local events in Pasco County offer diverse entertainment and cultural opportunities during late March and early April. Families enjoy seasonal festivities at Raprager Farms and […]
Pasco County Commissioners Plan Dedicated Municipal Tax Funding For Parks
Pasco commissioners address funding gap for parks, identifying need for sustainable financing. Costs rose from twenty-two to nearly five hundred fifty million dollars, rendering fees […]
Pawsitively Pilates Studio Offers Wellness Classes With Puppies In New Port Richey Florida
Pilates studio in New Port Richey allows participants to exercise while puppies roam freely during class. The studio provides guided strengthening instruction transitioning into relaxation […]