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The Sarasota Police Department shared a video of the incident, asking the public for help identifying the suspects.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 19, 2017
VIDEO: Police investigate armed robbery at North Trail bar

Two men, reportedly armed with a rifle and shotgun, were caught on camera robbing Memories Lounge this weekend, the Sarasota Police Department said.

  • Sarasota
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Tom Harmer has been with Sarasota County since 2012.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 19, 2017
Longboat commissioners give OK to 'pursue' Sarasota's Harmer for manager job

Retiring town manager recently hired Sarasota County's public works director.

  • Longboat Key
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Armed robbers invade home in Greenbrook.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 19, 2017
Armed robbers invade Lakewood Ranch home

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office believes the robbery was drug-related.

  • East County
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Lakewood Ranch' s Scott Kessler participates in one of the many fundraisers at Ancient Oak.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 16, 2017
Ancient Oak in Lakewood Ranch set to close

Club makes final plans as site is to be developed.

  • East County
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City Manager Tom Barwin suggested the city might be able to negotiate down the $9.5 million listing price for the property.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 16, 2017
City Commission to discuss Players Centre purchase

Staff is asking for permission to negotiate a purchase agreement for the Tamiami Trail property, listed for $9.5 million, as part of a bayfront redevelopment plan.

  • Sarasota
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A structure atop 585 Halyard Lane prompted residents to get involved in discussion of exceptions to the town's height limit.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 16, 2017
Longboat P&Z board to discuss height restrictions, sign regulations

The meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 20, at 9 a.m.

  • Longboat Key
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The crash happened near the curve at the corner of Siesta Drive and Higel Avenue.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 15, 2017
UPDATE: One dead, three injured in north Siesta crash

Authorities believe speed was a factor behind a serious three-vehicle crash on north Siesta Key Wednesday evening.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Cassidy Alexander
  • June 15, 2017
Recreational burn ban lifted by Sarasota County

Seasonal rain, better conditions have reduced the wildfire threat in the county.

  • Sarasota
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The Patterson Foundation President and CEO Debra Jacobs with Community Foundation of Sarasota County President and CEO Roxie Jerde celebrate raising over $13 million during the 2016 Giving Challenge.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • June 15, 2017
Giving Challenge waves off 2017 event

Organizers see September event's growth and reset date for May 2018.

  • Sarasota
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Lakewood Ranch man injured in accident.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • June 15, 2017
Lakewood Ranch man injured in one-car accident

Driver left in serious condition after wreck occurred on Ocean Boulevard in Sarasota.

  • East County
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Premier Sports Campus attracts thousands of players and spectators each year through soccer, lacrosse and other tournaments.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • June 15, 2017
Lakewood Ranch developer offers Premier Sports Campus to Manatee County

The deal would require the county to build an aquatics center on neighboring land within five years.

  • East County
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The Charter Review Committee will meet for the last time time on Friday, June 16.
    By
  • John McGuire
  • June 15, 2017
Final Longboat Key Charter Review meeting will be held on Friday

The group began its work in April.

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Devin Beede, 17, led a project to build and install seating at Fruitville Road Park.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 15, 2017
Boy Scout improves neighborhood park

Residents wanted to make some changes to Fruitville Road Park. Devin Beede, working to become an Eagle Scout, decided to help.

  • Sarasota
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    By
  • David Conway
  • June 15, 2017
City refines St. Armands garage plans

There may be some lingering concerns, but city staff is optimistic the St. Armands parking garage project will be a success.

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County parks employee Ryan Murphy is working with Lido residents to raise public awareness regarding the importance of the dunes.
    By
  • David Conway
  • June 15, 2017
County shores up Lido dune protection

Officials are working to protect the dunes on Lido Beach in advance of the Fourth of July and Sarasota Power Boat Grand Prix.

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