Crime & Safety

Father Revives Baby Found in Pool, Dock Battle Ends, Recycling Dogs and Furniture, Wine in a Keg

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on Palm Harbor Patch from April 7-13.

1) Outpouring of Support for Family of Toddler Run Over by Lawn Mower

"All of the sudden we heard a clunk and wailing like you've never heard in your life," said a neighbor who ran to help 2-year-old Ireland Nugent, who was accidentally run over by a riding lawn mower.

2) Father Saves Baby Found in Walker at Bottom of Pool

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Family members say the 11-month-old boy was still in his walker when he was found at the bottom of the family pool in Palm Harbor.

3) Commissioners Deny Private Crystal Beach Dock

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Justin Lis, 12, was one of the residents who packed the Pinellas County Commission Chambers Tuesday to speak against a Crystal Beach homeowner's request to build a private dock on public waterfront property.

4) Former Palm Harbor Insurance Agent Ordered to Pay Back Millions

Neal Seth Smalbach, 50, of Palm Harbor was found guilty of grand theft for misrepresenting details of financial products to more than 30 clients who were senior citizens, according to Florida Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater.

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The girl slipped in front of a lawn mower being driven by her father, according to Palm Harbor Fire Rescue officials.

6) Sears Portraits Studio Takes Final Flick

2,000 Sears Portrait Studios closed down last week.

7) Volunteer Gives Dogs and Furniture a Second Chance

Suncoast Animal League volunteer Tia Bennett has turned her love for animals and yard sale treasures into a new business called "Lucky Dog Gone Green."

8) Palm Harbor Wrestler Jared Prince Takes 3rd in National Competition

Palm Harbor University High's Jared Prince competed at the 120 lb. weight class and finished third in the Flonationals.

9) Wine in a Keg: Would You Drink It?

The Florida Legislature is considering a law that will make it legal for wine drinkers to get their fix by the keg. What do you think of the idea?

10) From Homeless To Happy: Bronx Finds A Home

The Suncoast Animal League recently found a home for a neglected Mastiff.

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