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Also check out The Broken Down Boomers Comedy Show (TM) live at Circle S BBQ on the New Port Richey Patch calendar

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Good morning to you New Port Richey! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why New Port Richey just made a list of Florida's hidden gems
  • How could new meeting times change your access to Pasco commissioners?

Also on today's calendar: The Broken Down Boomers Comedy Show (TM) live at Circle S BBQ and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 88, low: 74.
  • Sunday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 88 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 11 Most Overlooked Florida Towns For 2026 (worldatlas.com) — New Port Richey gets a shout-out as one of Florida's most overlooked towns, with the Cotee River, Sims Park, and James E. Grey Preserve all framed as easy local escapes. The piece also spotlights downtown's Richey Suncoast Theatre and Cotee River Brewing Company, encouraging both residents and visitors to explore shows, riverfront paths, and small-batch beers close to home.
   

• Pasco County considers evening meetings to give residents more access (tampabay28.com) — Pasco County commissioners are weighing evening or additional meetings, which would directly affect how easily New Port Richey residents can speak on issues like development and local services. Options include shifting some meetings to nighttime and possibly adding a third monthly session focused on public hearings, though commissioners must balance public access with overtime costs and past experiences of meetings running late.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Due to an unfortunate living situation, we are looking to rehome our dog, Momo, as we have come to realize she is best suited to be in a single-pet home, due to her react-ability to our other animals.
    She is a very loving and sweet dog, she loves to cuddle and loves belly rubs before going to bed. She gets along with people, and can get nervous… (Nextdoor Seven Springs Homes)
  • I'm looking for a house cleaning for tomorrow Friday October 2nd around noon in Holiday.
    Please have any needed cleaning tools or supplies. I know it's short notice but thank you for considering! Reply here or send me a message. I work… (Nextdoor Jasmine Heights)
  • Waffle House posted a job opening for Cook / Grill Operator in New Port Richey. Apply here.
  • Pizza Hut - Flynn Group posted a job opening for Shift Leader in New Port Richey. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Port Richey here.

🗞 Nearby News

Tarpon Springs

  • Largo/Clearwater, FL: 17-Year-Old Amari Santana Reported Missing as Search Continues (richlandtoday.com)
  • Pete's Bagels to double in size with move to former Good Intentions space in Grand Central District (stpeterising.com)
  • October 2026 Events (paradisenewsfl.com)

Hudson

  • 4 New Pasco County Restaurants Coming Soon (businessdebut.com)
  • Deputies Search For Four People After Stolen Car Found Totaled In Pasco County (tampafp.com)
  • New Port Richey Report By: Capt. Bill Rutherford – Coastal Angler & The Angler Magazine (coastalanglermag.com)

Clearwater

  • Spirit Christmas To Open 4 FL Stores This Holiday Season (patch.com)

Ok New Port Richey! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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