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Developer Kevin Daves has purchased the former CoCENTRIX building for $5.4 million.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 19, 2016
Ritz-Carlton developer buys Sarasota property

A firm owned by developer Kevin Daves bought buildings at 540 North Tamiami Trail for $5.4 million.

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Toys for Tots can be dropped off through Dec. 21 at the Longboat Key Police Department, 5460 Gulf of Mexico Drive. Terry O'Connor
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  • Terry O’Connor
  • December 16, 2016
Giving lags for Longboat Key Toys Tots

Toys can be dropped off through Dec. 21 at the Longboat Key Police Department, 5460 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

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After resigning from the state attorney's office earlier this year, Hagen Brody is seeking a spot on the City Commission.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 16, 2016
Attorney enters City Commission race

Hagen Brody, who resigned from his position at the state attorney’s office amid controversy earlier this year, is seeking a spot on the Sarasota City Commission.

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Officials from Zilber, Homes by Towne and Schroeder-Manatee Ranch cut a ceremonial ribbon Dec. 14.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 15, 2016
Echo Lake Apartments opens in Lakewood Ranch

The complex is designed with lifestyle in mind.

  • East County
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An old building on the south end of Siesta Key is among blighted properties that could be redeveloped as a hotel.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 15, 2016
Lack of details big hurdle for Siesta hotel

Siesta Key residents decried murky plans for a hotel on the barrier island.

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(File) A railroad track near Payne Park may one day be replaced by an extension of the Legacy Trail.
    By
  • Alex Mahadevan
  • December 15, 2016
Legacy Trail extension inches forward

The Gulf Coast Community Foundation has given $50,000 to support an extension of the Legacy Trail. How big an impact will the gift make?

  • Sarasota
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A group of residents already lets their dogs roam free in Bayfront Park in the mornings — and they want the city to change its pet policies
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 15, 2016
Residents push for dog-friendly policies in Bayfront Park

Residents want to let their dogs off leash in Bayfront Park in the mornings, but the city is worried its pet policies might be too complex.

  • Sarasota
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Dale Orlando wants to secure a place in her neighborhood where her dog, Shadow, can run free with other dogs from the area.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 15, 2016
Gillespie Park lobbies for paw park

After five years of asking for a dog-friendly area in Gillespie Park, Dale Orlando is close to making her vision a reality.

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Parks and Recreation Director Jerry Fogle pledged to get substantive community feedback on the park district proposal.
    By
  • David Conway
  • December 15, 2016
City moves ahead with park district plans

City leaders may create a dedicated taxing district to fund parks and recreation. They just need to figure out how it would function.

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(Photo by Dex Honea) Longboat Key resident and U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan is fighting the traffic issues on the island.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • December 14, 2016
Longboat Key petitions for bridge-opening fixes

U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, said he would intervene with the Coast Guard to help change the bridge-opening schedule.

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    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • December 14, 2016
Inspirational performance by Girl Scouts hits home for Lakewood Ranch seniors

About 40 Girl Scouts appeared at an Elderly home, offering them a sweet Christmas gift.

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The Holiday Inn Lakewood Ranch is in the planning process of a 6 million dollar facelift to become a new EVEN Health and Wellness Hotel.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • December 14, 2016
Hotel plans debut in Lakewood Ranch

The Holiday Inn Lakewood Ranch has quite the plan in the works.

  • East County
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Dr. Miguel Pelayo said David Norris had "fire in his eyes" during treatment and his wife, Bobbi, was always there by his side.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 14, 2016
Act of kindness blankets Lakewood Ranch medical office

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

  • East County
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Jaymie Klauber takes care of her seven thoroughbreds on her ranch at the Polo Club.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • December 14, 2016
Polo in Lakewood Ranch could be ride of your life

Local restaurateur consumed by her love of polo.

  • East County
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“Most of our calls are medical calls from people who are in their elder years,” said Lt. Jason Berzowski, 38, one of the paramedics who will be assigned to meet with patients. “This program will help shift those calls to wellness checks.” Terry O'Connor
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • December 14, 2016
Longboat Key Fire Rescue CAREs for residents

Fire Chief Paul Dezzi wants to launch a community paramedicine pilot program he calls CARE, or Community Assistance Resource & Education.

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