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The driver of the truck responsible for the terror attack in New Orleans, who killed 14 people, visited Tampa twice before ...

While the legends of José Gaspar are full of alleged adventure and swashbuckling, history tells a different story.

On Saturday, January 25, at 11:30am, the world’s only fully-rigged pirate ship, the Jose Gasparilla, will set sail from the south end of Hillsborough Bay.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, fla — Bayshore Boulevard will be packed from starboard to port with Pirates on Saturday for the annual ...

TAMPA, Fla. - Ahoy, mateys! Gasparilla Pirate Fest is set to invade Tampa this Saturday, January 25th, bringing with it a sea ...

Some garages and lots in downtown Tampa will be available for day-of parking. These are city run and will have an event parking rate upon entering. Businesses may also have paid parking. Parking in ...

TAMPA, Fla. - The Tampa Police Department’s Marine Unit is gearing up to keep boaters safe during Gasparilla on Saturday. Around 100 first responder boats will be out and about, working to make sure ...

Riad Sattouf’s saga of his parents’ failed bicultural marriage, with its harsh depiction of life in rural Syria, has become a literary sensation. By Richard Fausset A popular TV host ...

Since the launch of The Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic games. In 2014, we introduced The Mini Crossword — followed by Spelling Bee ...

While some expressed concerns about safety, others who have previously attended say the security measures that city leaders ...

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