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LA BELLA VITA. Pat and Ron Pantello celebrated Pat’s 60th birthday in style at Hotel Cipriani in Venezia, Italy.
  • By Observer Staff
  • September 17, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
CIAO DOWN. Gulf Coast Connoisseur Club members enjoyed reading their Longboat Observer while staying at the Ferragamo Family Estate in Tuscany, Italy.
  • By Observer Staff
  • September 17, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
Carl and Mary Burst, Marcia Hoodwin, Lisa Driscoll, Amy Warren and Erin Flynn
  • By Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 14, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: A Taste of Downtown
Braden River wide receiver Justin Ross celebrates with his teammates following his 16-yard touchdown catch in the third quarter.
  • By Jen Blanco
  • September 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River vs. Southeast
Jakki Clarke, Dr. Kirstina Ordetx, Benny Ray, Jacob Shields, Michael Jenley, Mark Laneve and Mark Weeks
  • By Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 5th annual Hang Ten for Autism
Tena Wilson, Harry Hobson, Tom Hopkins and Mary Allyn
  • By Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 12, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Plymouth Harbor Wellness Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Retired New York firefighter Don O'Leary, right, watches the ceremony.
  • By Pam Eubanks
  • September 11, 2014
Firefighters remember 9/11
Katelyn Schneider tries on a hat she finds inside of a West Manatee firetruck.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Remember 9/11 Project
Faculty member Michele McClellan gets soaked by cold water.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River Middle ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, Renaissance Assembly
VATICAN VACATION. Andrew, Anthony, and Nicholas Sevarino brought their East County Observer along while sightseeing at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, Rome.
  • By Observer Staff
  • September 10, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
The Orlando Magic's Pat Williams shares about becoming a successful leader.
  • By Pam Eubanks
  • September 10, 2014
Pat Williams headlines Alliance event
FRENCH CONNECTION. Bernard and Lauren Walsh enjoyed catching up on their Longboat Observer news while touring Marie Antoinette's estate on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles. The Walshes also enjoyed sightseeing in Paris.
  • By Observer Staff
  • September 10, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
Cliffs notes. The Longboat Observer made a splash, as usual, when it traveled with Managing Editor Robin Hartill to Negril, Jamaica. After reading the latest news, Hartill took many jumps off the town’s famous cliffs.
  • By Observer Staff
  • September 10, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
Mia Merrell hugs her grandmother, Marilyn Buxton, goodbye after lunch.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 8, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: All Star Grandparents Luncheon
Families attending the religious school at Temple Emanu-El mingled and met with class teachers Sunday at the orientation.
  • By Jessica Salmond
  • September 7, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 'Schmear and Schmooze' at Temple Emanu-El
Vamsee Chappidi and Addie Jaquith
  • By Black Tie Staff
  • September 6, 2014
The Devyn Grand Opening
The Lakewood Ranch High football team takes the field for its home-opener versus Tampa Jesuit Sept. 5.
  • By Jen Blanco
  • September 6, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Lakewood Ranch vs. Tampa Jesuit
Gabriel Kompothecras focuses on the ball and his competition.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 6, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Sports Club Jamboree
Dave Glaser plays guitar in the band Renegade.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Music on Main
Pamm Behr, Rebecca Wilson and Tracy Wyatt
  • By Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Women's Club Luncheon
Michael Cicluna and Marla Doss.
  • By Observer Staff
  • September 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Kiwanis Club Annual Meeting
Ouvamia Gavrilis laughs with her "Yia Yia," Patricia Jasionowski.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 5, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Goodies with Grandparents
Donald and Jill Cott
  • By Black Tie Staff
  • September 4, 2014
Batik Exhibit: "Florida's Fascinating Flora" Preview Reception
Lloyd and Debra Hartline drive off in their '67 Shelby Cobra.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • September 4, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Ed's Tavern Classic Car Show
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Latest News Photo Galleries

1
LA BELLA VITA. Pat and Ron Pantello celebrated Pat’s 60th birthday in style at Hotel Cipriani in Venezia, Italy.
  • September 17, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
2
CIAO DOWN. Gulf Coast Connoisseur Club members enjoyed reading their Longboat Observer while staying at the Ferragamo Family Estate in Tuscany, Italy.
  • September 17, 2014
It's Read Everywhere
3
Carl and Mary Burst, Marcia Hoodwin, Lisa Driscoll, Amy Warren and Erin Flynn
  • September 14, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: A Taste of Downtown
4
Braden River wide receiver Justin Ross celebrates with his teammates following his 16-yard touchdown catch in the third quarter.
  • September 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Braden River vs. Southeast
5
Jakki Clarke, Dr. Kirstina Ordetx, Benny Ray, Jacob Shields, Michael Jenley, Mark Laneve and Mark Weeks
  • September 13, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: 5th annual Hang Ten for Autism

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