Largo News

The term pit bull actually encompasses several breeds, such as this American pit bull terrier, plus American Staffordshire terriers and others.

The Southwest Recreation Complex's Community Garage Sale and Health and Wellness Expo is Saturday, Aug.

A decorated U.S. Army soldier who recently returned from an 18-month combat tour in Afghanistan said at the city of Largo's Memorial Day ceremony that the names of Americans on the war memorials represent 'our freedom and our future.' Command Sgt.

There's a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Expect a partly cloudy night, with a low around 75, according to the National Weather Service.

With Memorial Day fresh on our minds, I'll introduce you to one of Tampa's greatest heroes.

Local business owner and political activist Mary Lou Ambrose has qualified to run for a seat in the Florida House, representing newly created District 66.

The Clearwater Threshers and United Methodist Cooperative Ministries/Suncoast, Inc., Largo are teaming up to benefit the community.

A study of heart failure patients at the University of California Los Angeles showed those who were visited by a therapy dog while in recovery saw their heart pressure drop by 10 percent, epinephrine levels drop 17 percent and anxiety levels were lowered by 24 percent.

Sabrina has been at Pinellas County Animal Shelter, 12450 Ulmerton Road, in Largo since March 6. Mimi is a smaller pitbull and has lots of love to give.

Join the City of Largo and U.S. Rep. C.W. Bill Young, R-Indian Shores in honoring those who have lost their lives while fighting for our country.

The Pinellas Property Appraiser Pam Dubov released preliminary Pinellas property values including Largo on Wednesday, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

Pinellas County School Superintendent John Stewart said May 22 he has 'grave concerns' about high-stakes testing, and the state should investigate how students are evaluated.

Do you speak cat? Aubrey has a lot to say. Adopt her and attend a special cat behavior workshop on June 2nd at SPCA Tampa Bay , 9099 130th Avenue North in Largo.

The Largo Recreation, Parks and Arts Department will be hosting its first-ever Monopoly Fundraising Tournament Saturday, July 14, at the Highland Recreation Center, 400 Highland Ave.

City officials plan to spend up to $126,000 to replace four pedestrian crossing signals along the Clearwater-Largo Road.

Two men were arrested May 17 on possession of cannabis and other charges. At about 11:30 p.m. on May 17, officers from the Largo Police Department's TAC Team, Patrol Division and Special Operations Unit served a search warrant at 2144 Fulton Way Southwest.

Local business owner and political activist Mary Lou Ambrose has qualified to run for a seat in the Florida House, representing newly created District 66.

Claire, a golden retriever and Clearwater pet resident who enjoys the city parks and loves Clearwater's own Winter the Dolphin, was the grand prize winner in the Clearwater's Coolest Pet Contest, sponsored by the city's seventh annual Pet Festival and Rebecca Brittain Photography.

LARGO, Fla., May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As consumers get ready to kick off summer this Memorial Day, the Valpak annual Consumer Savings Report reveals it's going to be a scaled-back summer for many of them.

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-3 plans an open house, at its Madeira Beach headquarters, 299 Boca Ciega Drive, Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The open house is being held in conjunction with National Safe Boating Week, May 19-25. The auxiliary also will have a tent location set up in the Publix parking lot near McDonald's on the ... (more)