Mar Vista approval attracts opposition
May 15, 2013
Longbeach Village residents flooded commissioners' inboxes over the weekend. Dozens of residents asked the commission to reconsider the restaurant's site-plan amendment.
Fox, board disagree on SOS departure
May 15, 2013
Lee Fox says the Save Our Seabirds Board fired her, but board officials insist she rejected an extension of her contract.
Town attorney ready to use knowledge
May 15, 2013
Maggie D. Mooney-Portale's specialization has become governments. She plans to get to know each commissioner and his or her objectives.
St. Armands Circle BID will seek vote extension next week
May 15, 2013
Board members of the Circle's improvement district are confident St. Armands landowners will approve a second referendum attempt for a 10-year extension of the BID.
Town pension plans top regular workshop agenda
May 15, 2013
Town pension plans top the agenda for the Longboat Key Town Commission’s regular workshop Monday, May 20.
Swan family: The next generation
May 15, 2013
Eleven cygnets hatched last week on the Harbourside pond, and that's not the only family news.
Summer camp programs help kids beat the heat
May 15, 2013
The islands are teeming with activities to keep your little ones entertained. So, slather them with sunscreen and send them off to camp, where they’re bound to burn off some energy, make friends and even learn a thing or two.
News Briefs
May 15, 2013
Linley Street boat ramp closes for construction; Town sends summer beach project out to bid again; Longboat police seek bracelet's owner
Katz signs off on pamphlet
May 15, 2013
Temple Beth Israel Rabbi Jonathan Katz sometimes uses his day off to distribute copies of his pamphlet, 'The Signing: a Civic Horror Picturebook.'
- Jun
1 Floridafitfest and 5K Treasure Run
9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Jun
8 World Oceans Day Family Festival
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Miller shares Longboat lore
05/22/13
David Miller gave the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key a history lesson Thursday, May 16, when he shared his memories of early island life. -
Kiwanians get club recognition
05/22/13
The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key recently received "Distinguished Club" status from Kiwanis International for its efforts during the 2011-12 year. -
Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top.
