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Amore by Andrea proprietors W. Howard Rooks and Andrea Bozzolo. Inset: The interior restaurant seats 210 and includes a bar, formal dining area and basement. Photos by Robin Hartill
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
That's Amore

The once vacant building at 555 Bay Isles Parkway will host its first customers in more than six years when Amore by Andrea opens Nov. 13.

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The home at 2735 Gulf of Mexico Drive has glass walls overlooking the Gulf and a roof-top terrace. Photo courtesy of Roger Pettingell
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
Former Wal-Mart CEO sells Key home

H. Lee Scott sold his Gulf of Mexico Drive home for the not-so-low price of $5.75 million.

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Groin construction started last week and should be complete by the end of May. Photos by Robin Hartill
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 12, 2014
Groin construction will bring firm grasp on sand

Public Works Director Juan Florensa said a project to build two groins on the north end of the Key to hold sand took more than three years of behind-the-scenes work.

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Cheryl Loeffler is the new board of trustees chairwoman at Ringling College. Photo by Jessica Salmond
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • November 12, 2014
Community drives Loeffler in Ringling College role

Cheryl Loeffler has two passions: visual arts and work. Her new role as chairwoman of the board of trustees for the Ringling College of Art and Design combines those passions.

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Jim Crawford helps stock whiskey and other liquors.File photo
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
WELCOME BACK: New businesses

The good news this summer: New businesses and developers are investing in Longboat Key.

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Michael Crosby, Mote president and CEO, asked the Sarasota City Commission to support his vision for a bayfront aquarium. Photo by David Conway
  • By David Conway and Robin Hartill
  • November 12, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Mote: Bayfront Proposal

The City Commission sinks Mote's request for an early commitment to a bayfront aquarium in Sarasota.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 12, 2014
WELCOME BACK: Hellos and goodbyes

Here's what's old and new on Longboat Key as snowbirds return for season.

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Mary Cantrell sees her newest role as a school board member as a steady trek toward progress, not a sprint. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
    By
  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 12, 2014
New school board member sets district goals

Now a member of the Manatee County School Board, Mary Cantrell looks toward steady growth for the district.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2014
Palm-Aire club adds pavilion, moves green

Palm-Aire Country Club members donated $100,000 for the project, which is still being completed.

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    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2014
Festival changes venue

The third annual Italian Festival, in Lakewood Ranch, will have a new location - Greenbrook Adventure Park.

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Voula Karagan, Maria Focas and Tina Maravegias will make baklava for the Greek Autumn Festival. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
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  • Amanda Sebastiano
  • November 12, 2014
Church serves up fresh food and fun for event

St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church expands its annual bazaar with new name, more food and more culture.

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GreyHawk Landing resident Raul Casas makes his Asian lanterns with washi paper and wood such as walnut. Photo by Pam Eubanks
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 12, 2014
Arts group showcases members' work at show

Raul Casas' handcrafted Asian lanterns will be one of several art forms on display this weekend.

  • East County
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CREEKSIDEMARTINI
  • By Ila Edwards
  • November 11, 2014
Creekside Drinks: Dill Pickle Martini

Creekside Drinks: Dill Pickle Martini

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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 11, 2014
Event Preview: Michael Uslan on the 'Batman' franchise, 'The Lego Movie' and China's economics

Event Preview: Michael Uslan on the 'Batman' franchise, 'The Lego Movie' and China's economics

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Korean War era veterans begin their march in the parade.
    By
  • Kristen Herhold
  • November 11, 2014
PHOTO GALLERY: Veterans Day Parade

The new Rotary Club of Longboat Key held its inaugural parade that honored more than 125 veterans.

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