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Hurricane Irene was the sole hurricane to hit the United States this year, but the season was actually an active one with 19 tropical storms, compared to the average of 11.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Hurricane season ends today

The 2011 Atlantic hurricane season was a quiet one for Longboat Key and other Florida coastal communities.

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The break occurred at 8:30 a.m. this morning, interrupting services to about 90 residents. Service was restored by 11 a.m.
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 30, 2011
Precautionary boil water advisory for Gateway Avenue and Superior Avenue area

Due to a water main break, a boil water advisory has been issued for the area of Gateway Avenue and Superior Avenue.

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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 30, 2011
Bobby Jones offers holiday golf school

The city of Sarasota's golf club is offering a holiday special in December.

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David Bullock has proposed a one-time, $1,000 payment for all full-time town employees, with part-time staffers receiving a pro-rated amount.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Longboat Key town employees could see bonus

The Longboat Key Town Commission unanimously approved an amendment Nov. 17 granting employees a one-time payment.

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Both sides say this isn’t the end of the case.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Town plans to re-file Armstrong suit

Judge Charles Roberts dismissed the case against James Armstrong without prejudice, but the town will re-file the lawsuit to clarify its intent.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Grandparent scam costs Key man $2,450

A resident sent money via Western Union to a man who claimed to be an attorney representing his grandson.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Amendment takes on age-old issue

The commission agreed that predominantly senior-living facilities should be allowed in a future overlay district in its Comp Plan.

  • Longboat Key
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Ray Rajewski
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Rajewski will challenge Brenner for District 3 seat

Ray Rajewski, a Bay Isles resident, will run against Vice Mayor David Brenner in the March 2012 election.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 30, 2011
News Briefs

2011 Atlantic hurricane season comes to a close; Town wants joint meeting with Manatee County; Mote cares for turtle from Portugal

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    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • November 30, 2011
TBI Miniversity courses begin this week

Rabbi Michael B. Eisenstat's Miniversity of Judaism classes have taken place at Temple Beth Israel for more than 10 years.

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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 30, 2011
Committee members put best paws forward

The Dog Beach Feasibility Committee is currently meeting to discuss a compromise of allowing dogs some form of access to Longboat Key's beach.

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Animal Services now has 30 days to complete a dangerous-dog investigation, Animal Services Chief Kris Weiskopf says.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 30, 2011
County removes aggressive pit bull

Greenbrook Dale residents say the 1-year-old dog has been a nuisance for more than a year.

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Mike and Katie Emmons have started a Christmas tree farm on their property in Maine. The couple is selling handmade wreaths to raise money for children in need.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 30, 2011
Wreaths continue Emmons' dream

The Emmons family is raising money to help children in need by selling handmade wreaths.

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Glenn Rider gets his teeth cleaned by Creekwood Dental’s Antonette Preston-Thomas.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 30, 2011
Dentists whiten, brighten holiday

One hundred patients received free dental care at Creekwood Dental Nov. 23 during Give Thanks with a Smile Day.

  • East County
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  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 30, 2011
Golf club fights assessments

Stoneybrook Investors, owner of the Stoneybrook Golf Club, have filed a lawsuit against the Heritage Harbour South Community Development District.

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