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0 Crime & Safety A woman was sentenced to prison for her role in a scheme that submitted phony claims to a union health plan at the Port of Long Beach. City News Service , News Partner Posted Reply LONG BEACH, CA — A San Pedro woman was sentenced Tuesday to 27 months behind bars for her role in a scheme that submitted phony claims to a labor union health plan at the Port of Long Beach. Sara Victoria, 46, was also ordered to pay $551,810 in restitution, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Victoria pleaded guilty in December to federal charges of conspiracy and aggravated identity theft. Victoria admitted in her plea agreement to owning three businesses between 2017 and 2021 that provided sexual services as well as chiropractic and acupuncture treatments. Knowing that longshoremen and others involved in the shipping industry in Long Beach had health insurance under the International Longshore and Warehouse … [Read more...] about Woman Gets 27 Months In Prison For LB Port Healthcare Fraud

0 Seasonal & Holidays There will be Memorial Day observances, picnics, live music and a memorial dedication in New Port Richey and other parts of Pasco County. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Reply NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — The upcoming Memorial Day weekend, May 27 to 29, in New Port Richey and elsewhere in Pasco County is part of a nearly 160-year tradition that pays tribute to military personnel who lost their lives in service to their country. As the observance has changed over the years, many families also use Memorial Day as an occasion to visit Pasco County cemeteries and leave flowers at the graves of family members, regardless of whether they served in the military. Every year, a national moment of remembrance is held at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day. No matter where they are or what they’re doing, Americans are asked to pause for one minute in silence to remember military personnel … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend 2023: 9 Things To Do Around New Port Richey

0 Crime & Safety A North Port daycare employee is accused of abusing a child there, while the facility's director covered up the incident, police said. Tiffany Razzano , Patch Staff Posted Reply NORTH PORT, FL — Two workers at Building Blocks Children’s Center in North Port face charges after a child was abused at the daycare, authorities said. Evelyn Jennings, 51, was charged with one count of abuse without great harm, and Cindy Desrosiers, 60, was charged with three counts of failure to report suspected child abuse as a mandatory reporter, according to a North Port Police Department news release. All counts are considered felonies. A parent reported to police earlier this month that their child had visible marks and bruises after attending the center. Since then, detectives have investigated the report, conducting interviews and gathering evidence while working alongside child protection experts with the Florida … [Read more...] about Daycare Workers Charged After Child Abuse Reported: North Port Police

1 Crime & Safety The New Port Richey Police Department is seeking the community's help to win the Aftermath K9 Grant. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted Reply NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — The New Port Richey Police Department is seeking the community's help to win the Aftermath K9 Grant. Residents can vote once a day through June 5. The $15,000 grant will be used to maintain the police department's K-9 program, featuring K-9s Tiko, Havoc and Shadow Aftermath Services has been a provider of trauma cleaning and biohazard remediation for more than 35 years, serving more than 30,000 families, communities and businesses after traumatic events. The Aftermath K9 Grant will be awarded to the law enforcement agency that receives the most votes. To vote: Click on the map to select the region where your favorite K9 unit is located. Find your K9 and cast your vote. Share your vote on social media … [Read more...] about New Port Richey K-9s Tiko, Havoc, Shadow Vie For $15,000 Grant

0 Real Estate Curious about what's on the market? See what the newest houses in and around New Port Richey have to offer. Real Estate News , Patch Staff Posted Reply NEW PORT RICHEY, FL — Looking for a new home, and want to get a better understanding of what's available near you? Need some assistance in your search? Not to worry! To keep you up to date, we here at Patch have compiled an up-to-date batch of new listings nearby. Below, you'll find the five most recent houses to go up for sale in and near the New Port Richey area — including a house with 1 bed and 1 bath for $10,000, and another with 3 beds and 1 bath for $6.5 million. Click on any address for more photos and details. Happy house hunting! Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated. Related: Visit The Patch Mortgage Center To Lock In Today's Best Rates 1. 8843 Aruba Lane, Port Richey, FL 34668 Price: $285,000 Size: … [Read more...] about New Port Richey Area Prospective Homeowners: Look Through 5 New Houses For Sale

0 Real Estate Built in 1960, this 1,054-square-foot home has been completely remodeled. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted Reply NEW PORT RICHEY, FL —Built in 1960, this remodeled three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has direct access to the Gulf of Mexico from your backyard. Address: 4543 Floramar Terrace, New Port Richey, FL Price: $399000 Square feet: 1054 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 This cozy home has a kitchen equipped with new appliances, new hurricane windows in every room and natural lighting throughout. The owner's suite has new hurricane sliders that look out over the backyard and water where there's a boat lift to take advantage of the Florida lifestyle. Renovations include new luxury vinyl plank in two of the three bedrooms and one of the bathrooms and a newer A/C system. The seller has purchased over $10,000 of new furniture, which is included in the sale. Listed by: Ashley Talavera, Bhhs … [Read more...] about Quaint Waterfront Home In New Port Richey Under $400,000