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  • Spencer Fordin
  • June 15, 2022
Dream Weaver closing after 32 years on St. Armands Circle

You might associate Joan Morgan with high-end clothing. But now she's looking forward to living off the land.

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    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 15, 2022
Workshop studies the need for East Manatee Fire Rescue to add paramedics

Fire Commissioner James Carlino 70% of calls for the department are medically related and that it thus makes sense that the best medical care should be provided.

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    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • June 14, 2022
Sarasota board votes down developer's plan to raze 100-year-old building

The Historic Preservation Board unanimously refused the request to tear down Mira Mar in order to build 70 condos.

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The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday the pilot of a small plane was not injured in a crash into the Myakka River.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 14, 2022
Pilot walks away from plane crash in Myakka

Small plane ends up in the Myakka River, but the pilot is not injured.

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North Shore Road is a popular spot for visitors coming over the north bridge but is limited. (File photo)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • June 14, 2022
Police underline road safety for Independence Day

Longboat Key Police Chief George Turner stresses safe driving and planning ahead for parking on Fourth of July.

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Solid Waste Division Manager Rob Shankle assured the Observer that Manatee County's recycling program remains operational.
    By
  • Ian Swaby
  • June 14, 2022
Manager says Manatee County’s recycling program on solid ground

Although the city of Bradenton canceled its home recycling pickup, Manatee County says its program is going well.

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The Greer Island lagoon between the Longboat Pass Bridge and the Gulfside beaches. The plan is to dredge sand from the canal feeding it this year. (File photo)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • June 14, 2022
Coastal engineers fight battle of Longboat Key erosion

The latest beach renourishment project came in early and under budget, but Longboat Key faces a long-term fight to alleviate the effects of erosion.

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St. Armands Circle paid parking data shows visits to the Lido Key business district remains robust even after season. (Andrew Warfield)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 14, 2022
Paid parking, Bay Runner data shows benefits for St. Armands BID

The Sarasota parking manager tells the St. Armands BID board that paid parking and Bay Runner activities remain robust after season concludes.

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An aviation maintenance school is coming to the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. File photo.
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • June 14, 2022
State budget helps fund new aviation school at SRQ

The coming Aviation Maintenance Technician School at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport will open opportunities for MTC and Suncoast Tech students.

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From left, Sarasota City Commission candidates Sheldon Rich, Dan Lobeck, incumbent Jen Ahearn-Koch, Debbie Trice and Carol Shoffstall participated in CCNA's candidate forum on Saturday. (Andrew Warfield)
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 14, 2022
Hot topics, and maybe a dirty trick, highlight commission candidate forum

Sheldon Rich alleges political subterfuge as fellow city commission candidates answer questions at Saturday's CCNA forum.

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The observation deck at Joan Durante Park was rebuilt with the boardwalk and overlooks Sarasota Bay.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 13, 2022
The boardwalk at Joan Durante park is open

The original boardwalk was lifted off its footers in November 2020.

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Penelope Hagen loves living on Longboat Key.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • June 13, 2022
School-aged children account for only 1% of Longboat's population

Children make up almost a quarter of the population nationally.

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Angelo DiFiore poses with Sofia's Assistant Manager Jorge Zavalaga. The restaurant is expected to open the first week of August.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 13, 2022
Mediterranean dining comes to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Sofia's, a Mediterranean-themed restaurant, is set to open in early August.

  • East County
  • Business
John Pyle of Sarasota was arrested nearly five years after disappearing while facing multiple counts of child pornography.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • June 13, 2022
Sarasota man arrested in Mexico on child pornography charges from 2016

John Pyle’s nearly 5-year flight from justice ends after his arrest near Cancun, Mexico. He awaits extradition from Miami to Sarasota.

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Seaward Development promises its plans will pay homage to Mira Mar's 100-year history. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • June 13, 2022
Mira Mar building could be demolished to build more downtown condos

Sarasota-based Seaward Development promises its plan will pay homage to Mira Mar's 100-year history.

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