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Robert DeNiro in "The Family."
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • September 16, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'The Family'

Robert DeNiro plays Giovanni Manzoni, the patriarch of a family who has been placed in the witness protection program.

  • Arts + Culture
Courtney Carpenter and MaKenzie Vonborsten compete in Troop 736’s boat races.
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Girl Scouts Fall into Fun

Daisies, Brownies and Girl Scouts came together Sunday, Sept. 15, at Girl Scout Camp Honi Hanta, to socialize and register for the fall season with East Manatee County Girl Scouts. Children spent the afternoon catching up with old friends and making new ones while participating in a beanbag toss, arts and crafts and other activities.

  • East County
  • News
Courtney Carpenter and MaKenzie Vonborster competed against each other in Troop 736’s boat races
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Girl Scouts Fall into Fun

Daisies, Brownies and Girl Scouts came together Sunday, Sept. 15, at Girl Scout Camp Honi Hanta, to socialize and register for the fall season with East Manatee County Girl Scouts. Children spent the afternoon catching up with old friends and making new ones while participating in a beanbag toss, arts and crafts and other activities.

  • Sarasota
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Dr. Cindy Hornback and Dr. Heather Crawford
    By
  • Harriet Sokmensuer
  • September 16, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Family Field Day

Hornback Chiropractic and Wellness held a Family Field Day in Summerfield Park benefiting Autism Speaks Saturday afternoon. The event, which was opened to the public, included a Corvette and classic car show, bouncy castle, a dunk tank and more. Parents a

  • East County
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    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 16, 2013
MONDAY NEWS MASHUP: Former Sand Cay manager sentenced

Judge sentences former Sand Cay manager to three years in jail; Police arrest man for abduction attempt; Dick Vitale accepts Sports Icon Award

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • September 16, 2013
Search for Sarasota County judge down to seven

The 12th Circuit Court Judicial Nominating Commission recently named seven qualified applicants for a vacancy on the Sarasota County Court.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Tiny hatchlings emerge from nests and make their way to the water, then swim for three to six days out of the Florida current. (Courtesy Mote Marine Laboratory)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • September 16, 2013
Turtles finish 2013 with strong nest numbers

Loggerhead nest totals are just behind last year's record-breaking numbers, while green turtles set a local record for number of nests.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • September 16, 2013
Seasons 52 restaurant coming to mega mall

Seasons 52, a fresh grill and wine bar developed by Orlando-based Darden Restaurants Inc., announced Friday it will open a new location at the Mall at University Town Center, when it opens in Oct. 2014.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Nolan Peterson
  • September 16, 2013
Sarasota County and Longboat Key commissioners set to meet

The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners will meet tomorrow to discuss a range of topics affecting Longboat Key, including beach-renourishment plans.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • September 16, 2013
MONDAY NEWS MASHUP: Tropical Storm Humberto

MONDAY NEWS MASHUP: Tropical Storm Humberto

  • Sarasota
  • News
A man led Sarasota Police on a six-mile car chase ending at the intesection of University Parkway and North Lockwood Ridge Road early Sunday, Sept. 15, after allegedly holding another man captive at gunpoint.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • September 16, 2013
Police arrest man after abduction attempt

The Sarasota Police Department arrested 19-year-old Dion Barnes after a six-mile chase Sunday, Sept. 15.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Taelor Scheuer
  • September 15, 2013
Five tips for beautiful beach hair

Five tips for beautiful beach hair

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Makayla Digou and Brady Colcu
    By
  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • September 15, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: International Talk Like a Pirate Day

Children dressed up like pirates and embarked on a treasure hunt in celebration of 'International Talk Like a Pirate Day' Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Sarasota Children's Garden.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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  • By Ken Haggerty
  • September 14, 2013
This Week in Fantasy Football: Week Two

This Week in Fantasy Football: Week Two

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The Cardinal Mooney High football team improved to 2-0 with a 44-7 victory over Lake Placid Sept. 13.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • September 14, 2013
Cougars D comes up big

The Cardinal Mooney High defense forced four turnovers, including three interceptions, to propel the Cougars to a 44-7 victory over Lake Placid Sept. 13.

  • East County
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