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Patrick Connolly

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Orlando
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Covers:  Events, Entertainment, Music, Arts, Travel
Doesn't Cover: Politics, Crime
Multimedia journalist at @orlandosentinel. Central Florida Explorer. Formerly w/ @reviewjournal and @TribLIVE. @viscomohiou alumn. Breakfast and pun enthusiast.

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Multimedia Journalist on the Orlando Sentinel's Things to Do team. Ohio University School of Visual Communication graduate. B.S. in Visual Communication. Formerly interned with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and Tribune-Review.

Patrick Connolly’s Journalist Portfolio

Local musicians and venues come together to form Orlando's small but mighty jazz scene

Local musicians and venues come together to form Orlando's small but mighty jazz scene

It's a brisk winter evening in Central Florida. Warm light spills out of a local hipster hangout on West Fair…

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An action-packed day at Westgate River Ranch Resort

An action-packed day at Westgate River Ranch Resort

If you ever find yourself banging your head against the steering wheel in traffic, cursing the nearby train b…

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What's old is new again: Local artisans revive past trades in Orlando's 'Maker Movement'

What's old is new again: Local artisans revive past trades in Orlando's 'Maker Movement'

In an era where Amazon and online shopping dominate commerce, some consumers are finding more satisfaction in…

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Orlando artists bring their own flavor to Mount Dora Arts Festival

Orlando artists bring their own flavor to Mount Dora Arts Festival

For the Whipples, the Mount Dora Arts Festival is a family tradition. Artists John and Jim Whipple will conti…

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'Hamilton' fans describe show as 'life changing,' 'thought provoking'

'Hamilton' fans describe show as 'life changing,' 'thought provoking'

The energy outside Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts was palpable Tuesday night as thousands of sho…

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Lakeland's Silver Moon Drive-In stands the test of time

Lakeland's Silver Moon Drive-In stands the test of time

Drive-in movie theaters can evoke feelings of nostalgia, even to those us who may have rarely been. The conce…

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Carnival upgrades RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay in Bahamas for guests seeking pristine beaches Original

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By Patrick Connolly 
| Orlando Sentinel
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Carnival Cruise Line expanded its presence in The Bahamas this week by cutting the ribbon on the newly expanded RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, a private destination known and loved for its shimmering blue waters and pristine beaches.
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Pictures: Carnival Cruise Line’s RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay in The Bahamas Original

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By Patrick Connolly 
| Orlando Sentinel
Carnival Cruise Line cut the ribbon on the newly expanded RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, a private destination known and loved for its turquoise waters and beautiful beaches. Carnival Sunrise guests were the first to experience the new bars, restaurants and island amenities at the destination, which is shared with Holland America.
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157th Silver Spurs Rodeo kicks off summer in Kissimmee with bucking bulls and more Original

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By Patrick Connolly 
| Orlando Sentinel
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... An Osceola County tradition returns this weekend, celebrating the start of summer with bucking bulls and fast-paced horseback riding to enthrall the community. The 157th Silver Spurs Rodeo is in Kissimmee this weekend, presenting families with the rodeo’s eight classic events: bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing, team roping, tie-down roping, women’s breakaway roping and steer wrestling.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Negatory.

What does it mean to be a journalist?

Pursuing the truth and informing others with vigor and tenacity.

What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?

Probably something related to our ill-fated friend the Florida Man.

Awards

Hearst Journalism Award

2018 - Photojournalism

1st Place in Hearst National Photojournalism Championship

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