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Articles from the September 18, 2022 edition


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  • Bad News for HCSO Top Brass, as More Lies, Deceit, and Cover-ups are Exposed

    Tom Lemons|Updated Nov 1, 2022
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    HERNANDO – We are supposed to trust those who protect and serve our community, but when leadership is self-serving and corrupt, it tarnishes the reputation of those on the street. When a bad apple is left too long among the bunch – well – you know the result. Last week, R News broke the news of a lawsuit filed against seven Hernando County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) employees, including Sheriff Al Nienhuis. Former Deputy Matthew Puglia alleges in the federal action that an agenc...

  • Police Discover Nearly 4 lbs of Meth, Cocaine, and Fentanyl After Suspect Fell Asleep at Intersection

    Tom Lemons|Updated Oct 20, 2022

    NEW PORT RICHEY – Taking a nap at busy intersection is a sure way to get the attention of law enforcement, especially if you're behind the wheel of a car and holding a bag of drugs. That what New Port Richey Police say led to the arrest of one person after they located pounds of illegal drugs in his possession. According to Police, a code enforcement officer was assisting with crossing guard duties at the intersection of Madison Street and Cecelia Ave, when they noticed the d...

  • Tropical Storm Ian Update

    Tom Lemons|Updated Oct 20, 2022

    ADVENTURE COAST – In preparation for what is expected to be Hurricane Ian, Pasco County Schools will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Hernando and Citrus County School officials have not announced closures at this time, but they are expected to give an update tomorrow. Weather experts believe the west central coast of Florida is the most likely area of landfall at this time. Forecasters also believe Ian could develop into a category 3 or 4 before it makes landfall, s...

  • Multiple Tractor-Trailers Collide on I-75, Covering the Roadway in Coors Light Beer

    Tom Lemons|Updated Oct 20, 2022

    BROOKSVILLE – An early morning crash involving multiple semi-tractor trailers left I-75 covered in thousands of beer cans. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, just after 6:00 a.m. this morning, a semi-tractor trailer rear ended a second semi that was traveling southbound on I-75 at milepost 296. Both vehicles pulled to the shoulder after the collision, followed by a third and fourth semi and a pickup truck. A fifth semi, which was hauling Coors Light Beer, failed to s...