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U.F. researchers say memory, nerve cell generation linked
Research being conducted at the University of Florida is lending credence to the theory that memory and nerve cell production are in some manner intertwined.

Gainesville pastor not swayed by worldwide protests of Quran burning
A Bay area group is planning a trip to protest the burning, which is scheduled on the ninth anniversary of 9/11.

Arrest made in Clearwater hotel shooting
Nearly two months after a man was shot at the Economy Inn on Cleveland Street, Clearwater police made an arrest in the case last week.

Woman in parasailing accident remains hospitalized
A woman injured in a parasailing accident remains hospitalized on Monday.

Child struck by car in St. Petersburg, critically injured
Three youngsters ages 10 to 12 were crossing 4th Street North at 7th Avenue about noon today when one of them was struck.

SUV driver charged in death of motorcyclist in St. Pete
A 55-year-old man was charged in a collision that killed a 24-year-old motorcycle rider early this morning in St. Petersburg, police said.

St. Pete extends ticket amnesty
Some first-time parking offenders will continue to get a break now that Mayor Bill Foster has extended a parking ticket amnesty program.

St. Pete man arrested in fatal stabbing
A St. Petersburg man faces a second-degree murder charge in the stabbing death of a 22-year-old man, deputies said. Roberto Valle, of 6418 Haines Road, Lot 4, was arrested this morning at Kenvin's Motel, 6801 Haines Road.

Wreck victim's family questions 2-county police chase
A St. Petersburg man is dead and a teenage car thief is behind bars after a high-speed police chase that began in Bradenton and ended about 15 minutes and 24 miles later in Pinellas County, authorities said.

Tarpon honors police for actions during fatal Publix shooting
Family, friends and colleagues gave a standing ovation Tuesday night to the police officers who risked their lives to prevent multiple deaths during a shooting at the Publix supermarket last March.

Community Calendar
Today 09/04 • Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Basic Genealogy, 2 p.m. There is a $35 charge for supplies. 727-784-3332, ext. 3006.

Dunedin arts center plans major expansion
The arts can flourish even in tough economic times. That's the message Dunedin Fine Art Center leaders are delivering as they embark on a major expansion project. They are looking to remodel and add on to the single-story DFAC building in Highlander Park and are opening a "Cottage Campus" on the city-owned Weaver Park property.

Entertainment Calendar
North Pinellas entertainment calendar, Sept. 4 -

School news
Brief North Pinellas school news items.

Stand Up for the Troops comedy tour coming to Palm Harbor
Some members of the military learn about their homes being foreclosed upon while fighting battles in a faraway land. Others return stateside to discover they have no home or family and are beset upon by legal difficulties.

Palm Harbor Library cuts 13 operating hours each week
Patrons visiting the Palm Harbor Library early or late in the day may be in for an unpleasant surprise: locked doors.

Former Pinellas court employee accused of falsifying documents
CLEARWATER A former employee of the clerk of the circuit court in Pinellas County was arrested Monday, accused of producing bogus community service documents so she wouldn't have to pay two speeding tickets.

St. Pete OKs private firm for recyclable pickups
Waste Services of Florida will charge residents $2.75 per month, but participation isn't mandatory.

10 arrested in St. Pete prostitution sting
The sting was conducted in the area of Eighth Avenue North and 34th Street.

Police: Cousins' necklace dispute leads to fatal shooting
A Clearwater 18-year-old was charged with killing his cousin but says it was in self-defense.

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