TOP STORY, April: North Shore beach access closed
December 27, 2009
The Longboat Key Town Commission agreed to shut down the beach access in April after being informed there was no beach left and conditions were unsafe for beachgoers.
TOP STORY, March: 'A vote for change'
December 26, 2009
Newcomer Gene Jaleski wins the at-large Town Commission race by 198 votes, and a general-obligation bond amendment passes in a landslide.
TOP STORY, February: Campaign issue escalates
December 25, 2009
Commissioner Randall Clair contends his opponent is ‘tainted’ by voicing an opinion about the Longboat Key Club’s $400 million Islandside renovation project.
TOP STORY, January: Town to receive permit
December 24, 2009
The state’s intent to issue a permit for groin construction at The Islander Club most likely means construction can begin behind the condo buildings in November 2009.
Widow sues tugboat operators for husband's death
December 23, 2009
A Deltona man was sucked under a barge in Longboat Pass July 4 while trying to free a jet ski that was being swept under the barge.
UPDATE: Town attorney addresses O'Connor
December 23, 2009
Town Attorney David Persson told Commissioner Peter O'Connor that candidates who accept donations of more than $100 within two years prior to any vote on the Islandside project must be disclosed prior to a vote being taken.
Tiny's cancels New Year's Eve dinner
December 23, 2009
The dinner is canceled, but the celebration will take place.
The Year in Pictures
December 23, 2009
Compelling moments. Timeless occasions. Outstanding memories. Take a look back at some of the most memorable photos published in The Longboat Observer this year.
The Year in Pictures: Jan. | Feb.
December 23, 2009
A look back at some of the most memorable photos published in The Longboat Observer in January and February 2009.
The Year in Pictures: March | April
December 23, 2009
A look back at some of the most memorable photos published in The Longboat Observer in March and April 2009.
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Hat's off to Dee Pelton, volunteers
05/15/13
Dee Pelton held a luncheon that will be tough to top. -
Youth sailors descend on City Island
05/15/13
Approximately 250 people hit the water Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, April 21, for Sailfest. The regatta, Sarasota Youth Sailing's biggest fundraiser of the year, included four classes of competition — Optimus, 420, Laser and Multi-hull — and a barbecue feast. -
Book club sunsets for the season
05/15/13
The Sunset Beach Book Club, in its 10th year, ended this season with a luncheon and discussion of the book “Gone Girl,” by Gillian Flynn, April 18, at Lazy Lobster. Discussion moderator was Ricki Carroll. Together, the group read five books this season.
