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Town labor attorney Reynolds Allen told firefighters Thursday morning that the town "wants out of the pension business."
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 7, 2012
Town and firefighters meeting again today

The town of Longboat Key and its firefighters are working to reach a three-year contract by the end of the day today.

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The show is a fundraising effort for the newly formed conservatory, which will be performing the same variations at the Youth America Grandprix, the world's largest ballet competition. Courtesy image.
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  • Observer Staff
  • December 7, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Sarasota Ballet: 'Holiday Variations'

Don't miss the Margaret Barbieri Conservatory of Dance perform classical variations from multiple famous ballets in "Holiday Variations."

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Sarasota County Commissioner Nora Patterson talks emergency management policy with Siesta Key Association board member Ron Flynn.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 7, 2012
SKA surprised with variance requests

The public hearing for exceptions to build on two lots north of Terrace East is scheduled for a January 9 Sarasota County Commission meeting.

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The event kicks off at 6 p.m. tonight with a Christmas Carol sing-along, followed by a Santa parade led by the Wells Fargo stage coach and the arrival of Santa in his sleigh. File Photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 7, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: 34th Annual Holiday Night of Lights

Santa Claus is coming to the Circle tonight at the 34th Annual Holiday Night of Lights.

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If voted in, The Florida Police Benevolent Association could have provided collective bargaining for deputies below the rank of sergeant in the areas of patrol, courts and administration.
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • December 7, 2012
Manatee County Sheriff deputies turn down union attempt

A Dec. 5 vote among Manatee County Sheriff Office's rank-and-file deputies to unionize failed to pass

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  • By Matt Orr
  • December 6, 2012
Sarasota's Official Shopping Guide for Her

Sarasota's Official Shopping Guide for Her

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  • December 6, 2012
Yummy is in the House!

Yummy is in the House!

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  • Eat + Drink
"For all the craziness of it, there is a lot to be said for it" McNees said about the tough job of running a city.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • December 6, 2012
McNees to start as city manager of Melbourne

Mike McNees was city manager in Sarasota from 2001 to 2007.

  • Sarasota
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Join Emily Walsh for the daily headlines
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • December 6, 2012
Dec. 6: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Laurel Park buffer decision postponed; Siesta condo sales stronger in 2012; DID could help clean sidewalks; Town, firefighters could reach deal by Friday; and more!

  • Longboat Key
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Jessica Bodell with Barbie and Ken McCartney
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • December 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Garden Club Holiday Party

The Longboat Key Garden Club enjoyed a holiday potluck dinner Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the Longboat Island Chapel.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Regina Brown, Vilma Cooper of Saks Fifth Avenue, Zenobia Davis, Vicki Cole of Saks Fifth Avenue
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • December 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Republican Club Holiday Dinner

The Longboat Key Republican Club had its holiday dinner Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the Sarasota Yacht Club with members from the Sarasota and Sarasota County Republican clubs. The event featured a silent auction, with items provided by Saks Fifth Avenue.

  • Longboat Key
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Tammy Angel (left) and Teresa Alexander of Dieter’s Sod Service, with Richard Perlman of Michael Saunders
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • December 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Tri-Chamber Holiday Party

The Longboat Key, Manatee and Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerces enjoyed a holiday party Tuesday, Dec. 4, at the BeachHouse Restaurant on Bradenton Beach.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 6, 2012
Local Ocean Properties resorts to hold career fair

Five local resorts will be hiring at a job fair Dec. 10 and Dec. 11.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Dina Hink, a fifth-year Garden Club member, with Anne Brahler and Cheryl Kail, both first-year members
    By
  • Josh Siegel
  • December 6, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Palm Aire Garden Club's Holiday Luncheon

The Palm-Aire Garden Club held its annual Holiday Luncheon Dec. 5. Nearly 40 club members attended and took part in a raffle and exchanged gifts.

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Town labor attorney Reynolds Allen told firefighters Thursday morning that the town "wants out of the pension business."
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 6, 2012
Town and firefighters trying to reach a contract

The town of Longboat Key and its firefighters are working to reach a three-year contract by the end of the day on Friday.

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