United we stand, divided we fall. That apparently is the motto of many contributors to the annual fundraising campaign for United Way of Pasco, who keep on giving despite the recession. ...more

March 11, 2009

It doesn't look like much yet, but there's something growing out in front of Peace Hall, on an irregular shaped patch of ground defined by a rail fence. Inside the fenced-in area, hand-painted signs identify the sprigs already emerging from the ground in places and proclaim what the still-bare patches of dirt will soon yield. If all goes as planned, nearly two-dozen varieties of fruit, vegetables and herbs will soon grow in the tight little space across the street from Sims Park. ...more

March 4, 2009

The West Pasco Chamber of Commerce honored Pasco Camera Exchange and Genesis School as top businesses while electing Kathryn "Kat" Sille as the honorary Governor of West Pasco. ...more

February 21, 2009

It would be quite a "feet" to get into the world record books, organizers of the 2009 RAP River Run believe. They are collecting old athletic shoes for recycling in hopes of claiming the title for the most used shoes collected. Drop-off boxes have been set up at more than a dozen West Pasco locations, according to Patricia Patterson, a spokeswoman for the event. She is with Patterson Marketing Group. ...more

February 14, 2009

City officials are appealing for municipal park visitors to report any suspicious incidents after a recent wave of vandalism to park bathrooms. ...more

February 14, 2009

A wave of vandalism has struck at least four New Port Richey city park bathrooms where fixtures have been smashed with a hammer or fires have been set. ...more

February 11, 2009

On Jan. 20, a group of boys and girls ranging in age from 9 to 15 were brought before City Council in regard to their involvement in numerous incidents around town during the past year. Council members wanted to make an example of these young people - by publicly applauding their efforts. ...more

February 4, 2009

"American Idol" move over: Local singers, dancers, musicians, bands, comedians and other performers ages 5 through 25 are invited to audition for the annual Chasco Fiesta Talent Search showcase. ...more

December 26, 2008

"American Idol," move over! Local singers, dancers, musicians, bands, comedians and other performers age 5 to 25 are invited to audition for the annual Chasco Fiesta Talent Search showcase. Aspiring stars must sign up now for the 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, auditions at the Richey Suncoast Theatre, 6237 Grand Blvd. ...more

December 17, 2008

FAIRS & FESTS Today Main Street Holidays: art stroll, hayrides, a visit from Santa, outdoor movies, carnival, river boat tours, arts and crafts, food, kids' games and live music; 9 a.m. today; free; Sims Park, 6341 Bank St., New Port Richey; (727) 842-8066 ...more

December 14, 2008