New Port Richey Library Launches “Brainfuse”

New Port Richey Library Launches “Brainfuse”

The New Port Richey Public Library is excited to announce the launch of Brainfuse HelpNow and Adult Learning Center. Brainfuse features on demand eLearning for all ages and levels. HelpNow provides learning solutions for members with diverse needs and backgrounds. Students can utilize live tutoring, interactive whiteboards, homework help, skills building and test preparation. All […]

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Agriculture and Farm Report – December 14, 2015

Agriculture and Farm Report – December 14, 2015

Weekly Farm Report From Friendship Farms & Fare Week of December 14, 2015 http://www.fffsite.org/ A Community Service To West Pasco’s Urban Agriculture Community   For complete Farm Report, go to: http://media.wix.com/ugd/643592_bee780be9e4b4ade838e1070e2757bc3.pdf   Seed Savers Exchange 2016 Organic Seeds Now Available New Port Richey Seeds from Seed Savers Exchange for the 2016 season are now available […]

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Weather Report – December 7, 2015

Weather Report – December 7, 2015

Weekly Weather Report for West Pasco’s Urban Agriculture Community A Service Of Friendship Farms & Fare http://www.fffsite.org/   Weekly Weather Report December 7, 2015 Friendship Farms & Fare is a branch of Ecology Florida, a not-for-profit corporation. Contributions to Friendship Farms & Fare and Ecology Florida are tax deductible. If you would like to support […]

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Agriculture Report – December 7, 2015

Agriculture Report – December 7, 2015

Weekly Farm Report From Friendship Farms & Fare Week of December 7, 2015 http://www.fffsite.org/ A Community Service To West Pasco’s Urban Agriculture Community For complete Farm Report, go to: http://media.wix.com/ugd/643592_d48880957c6146ba94b98ef5100a5d1c.pdf Garden Overview Harvests improved last week. Most the New South Garden is now planted. We planted more collards in the central section, but there is […]

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Councilman Bill Phillips to Resign in 2016, Run for County Commission Against Mariano

Councilman Bill Phillips to Resign in 2016, Run for County Commission Against Mariano

According to an article from the Suncoast News, New Port Richey Deputy Mayor (and Council member) Bill Phillips will resign in “early 2016” in order to pursue a campaign for County Commission Seat 5, running against current Commissioner Jack Mariano. Phillips, 58, was re-elected unopposed last Spring to the City Council and was appointed by […]

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Grand Opening of the Grand Gardens  in New Port Richey Draws Interest

Grand Opening of the Grand Gardens in New Port Richey Draws Interest

NEW PORT RICHEY, FL (Nov. 18, 2015) – Members and participants of the community and the East Madison Growers Association held a ribbon cutting in early November celebrating the opening of the new Grand Gardens on Grand Boulevard in New Port Richey (5721 Grand Blvd., NPR). The project is being developed through funding and support […]

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Jimmy Ferraro’s Theatre Presents “What in the Dickens Happened to Scrooge?” – December 4th – 20th

Jimmy Ferraro’s Theatre Presents “What in the Dickens Happened to Scrooge?” – December 4th – 20th

Celebrate with Jimmy Ferraro’s STUDIO THEATRE tribute to Christmas! This holiday, gather family and friends together at Jimmy Ferraro’s STUDIO THEATRE for our special Holiday celebration, the new musical “WHAT IN THE DICKENS HAPPENED TO SCROOGE?”, opening Dec. 4th through December 20th Our annual greeting of the season, features a cast of 10!!! with familiar […]

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Green Commerce Association Hosts ‘Organic’ Holiday Food Drive

Green Commerce Association Hosts ‘Organic’ Holiday Food Drive

The Green Commerce Association teams with other Community Organizations  for first Organic Food Drive in New Port Richey Highest quality food for less fortunate neighbors The Green Commerce Association is sponsoring the first organic food drive in New Port Richey. Folks are asked to contribute certified USDA organic food (cans and boxes only) for distribution to low-income, […]

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Agriculture Report – November 23

Agriculture Report – November 23

Weekly Farm Report From Friendship Farms & Fare Week of November 23, 2015 http://www.fffsite.org/ A Community Service To West Pasco’s Urban Agriculture Community For complete Farm Report, go to: http://media.wix.com/ugd/643592_1c7ff87deb154e6cabd9a65a2aff0513.pdf HAPPY THANKSGIVING We are giving thanks for our shareholders, supporters, contributors, and friends. Friendship Farms & Fare is a cooperative project that succeeds only to […]

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Editorial: New Port Richey Votes to Limit Homeless Feeding in Park, Forgets Enforcement Issues

Editorial: New Port Richey Votes to Limit Homeless Feeding in Park, Forgets Enforcement Issues

Council members voted 4-1 Tuesday night to approve an ordinance that would restrict public “feedings,” specifically of homeless people, to twice a year by any individual or organization. Those two feedings allowed each year would also require a permit that costs $50 for city residents and $75 for non-city residents. Violators can face a fine of […]

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Weather Report – November 9, 2015

Weather Report – November 9, 2015

Weekly Weather Report for West Pasco’s Urban Agriculture Community A Service Of Friendship Farms & Fare http://www.fffsite.org/   What Happened to Fall, Part IV? Abnormal Heat Continues Next Week Some Cooling Expected 73 degrees at 3:30 AM, November 6, 2015 Historic Average (for 11/9): 79 HIGH, 62 Weather Underground: http://www.wunderground.com/ Historically, the average high temperature […]

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New Port Richey Fall Cleanup Day on Saturday, November 21

New Port Richey Fall Cleanup Day on Saturday, November 21

New Port Richey Public Works will be conducting its bi-annual “Neighborhood Fall Clean-Up” on Saturday, November 21st between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. This is the larger of the City’s two annual cleanup events where volunteer crews will be scheduled to go through designated neighborhoods to pick up trash, brush, and other unwanted items including hazardous […]

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New Port Richey Rotary Recognizes Marchman Technical College Students

New Port Richey Rotary Recognizes Marchman Technical College Students

New Port Richey, FL  (Nov. 4 2015) – The Rotary Club of New Port Richey honored outstanding Marchman Technical College students Jose’ Rodriguez and Louis Clark with a Certificate of Achievement and a monetary gift at a regular luncheon meeting in October. Jose’ Rodriguez, August Student of the Month, is a second year student in […]

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