The Pasco County Sheriff is requesting an increased budget due to the county’s rapid growth, emphasizing the need for new patrol deputies, salary increases, and […]
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Pasco Sheriff Seeks Increased Budget To Address Growth Related Public Safety Needs
Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco has requested a 9% increase in his budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, citing the need for additional resources to manage […]
Fire Chief Modernizes Cash Strapped Port Richey Fire Department
Fire Chief Gary Policastri discusses the challenges and achievements of modernizing the Port Richey Fire Department, which is financially challenged and has limited resources. He […]
Pasco County Continues Rapid Growth With Double Digit Tax Value Increases
Pasco County is experiencing continuous growth, with double-digit increases in property values. Dade City has the highest percentage increase at 20.4%. The growth will enable […]
Christian Non Profit Struggles To Find New Home
A couple takes over a Christian non-profit in April that provides a safe space for young men in foster care. However, they are asked to […]
New Port Richey CRA Approves Funding For Richey Suncoast Theatre And Discusses Children’s Museum
The New Port Richey Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is holding standalone meetings due to increased activity. At its last meeting, the CRA awarded a grant […]
Stricker Sunshine Rescue Ranch Receives Donation
Stricker Sunshine Rescue Ranch, a Pasco County equine sanctuary, received a $3400 donation from ABC Action News Gives to help fund their operations. The sanctuary […]
Pasco Bay News 9 Recognizes Amazing Young Students with Scholarships
Pasco Bay News 9 is recognizing outstanding young students from across the Bay area with $1,000 scholarships to their chosen higher education school. The latest […]
Bank Account Theft Investigated In New Port Richey
Detectives are seeking help in identifying a man who allegedly stole $20,000 from a bank account by obtaining the victim’s information, ordering a new credit […]
Richey Suncoast Theater Receives $100,000 Grant For Renovation
The Richey Suncoast Theater, a 100-year-old venue in New Port Richey, received a $100,000 grant from the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency to upgrade the building […]