Camera system considered
February 24, 2010
Longboat Police Chief Al Hogle is investigating a license-plate recognition system that could help locate stolen cars and wanted persons entering or exiting the Key.
Club seeks code amendments
February 24, 2010
A decision by Longboat Key Club and Resort officials to seek amendments to the town's zoning code would further delay its Islandside application.
Police union raises wage issue
February 24, 2010
The town's labor attorney said the town is in no position to offer wage increases to police officers as part of a new three-year contract.
Church shows mercy in St. Mary's case
February 24, 2010
Former St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church office assistant Margaret Carroll was sentenced to house arrest and probation for grand-theft charges.
Brenner: Commission lacks leadership
February 24, 2010
The Islander Club resident thinks the commission doesn’t do enough to help businesses revitalize aging commercial properties and has no leadership skills.
O'Connor has more to accomplish
February 24, 2010
The current District 3 commissioner and retired naval officer wants to oversee Longboat’s next beach-renourishment project and help the north end keep its beach.
Contribution update for candidates
February 24, 2010
With less than a month to go until the town’s Tuesday, March 16 municipal election, campaign contributions are mounting. Listed below are the names of contributors to general election candidates through Feb. 5, as well as candidates’ expenditures. Contributions and expenditures are listed for all contested races on the Key — at-large race between incumbent Commissioner Hal Lenobel and Phil Younger; District 1 race between incumbent Mayor Lee Rothenberg and Lynn Larson; and District 3 race between incumbent Commissioner Peter O’Connor and David Brenner.
Organic Living Fair will help green lifestyles grow
February 24, 2010
According to Grant's Gardens and WaterWise Solutions owner Grant Beatt, property managers and residents face a number of problems when it comes to sustainable landscaping and water conservation.
Welly defends PIC attendance
February 23, 2010
Longboat Key Club and Resort General Manager Michael Welly told Commissioner Peter O'Connor he had a right to attend a PIC meeting as a citizen of the island.
Town manager favors sand over breakwaters
February 22, 2010
Town Manager Bruce St. Denis told the president of a condominium association it's his goal to get as much sand as possible in the area.
- 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.
