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Longboat Key | Neighbors

Longboat Key Police Department investigates after undamaged boat sinks.
    By
  • Terry O’Connor
  • August 19, 2016
Swamped or sunk? Longboat police investigate

Victim having boat raised and examined

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
1752 Lincoln Park Circle
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • August 18, 2016
Three Things: What floats your boat?

Sarasota is perfect for boating enthusiasts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
A perfect Sarasota sunset from the Kalin penthouse, located in Sarabande on Palm Avenue. The view extends over the marina, past the keys and out to the Gulf of Mexico.
    By
  • Robert Plunket
  • August 18, 2016
Sophisticated lady

A downtown penthouse is a tribute to Alyce Kalin’s impeccable taste.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Niki Muller captured this quiet sunset at the north end of Longboat Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 18, 2016
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 18

Niki Muller captured this quiet sunset at the north end of Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Stacy Alexander, Mote Assistant Vice President for Community Relations and Communications, and Mote President and CEO Michael Crosby at last year's family festival.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 17, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy photo. Tyler's Ice Cream is located next to The Lazy Lobster at 5350 GMD.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 17, 2016
Here’s the scoop: Tyler’s Ice Cream

The gourmet ice cream shop is located next to The Lazy Lobster at 5350 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 13, 2016
Citizens scope the bay for scallops

The Sarasota Bay Watch held its annual scallop search on Aug. 13.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Jennifer Clark took this photo at the North Shore Road beach on Longboat Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • August 11, 2016
Longboat Key weather page photo: August 11

Jennifer Clark took this photo at the North Shore Road beach on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 10, 2016
Aqua Tech Camp brings imaginations to life

Campers created their own videos using Lego pieces and made up stories while learning how to use technology in relation to the ocean.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lexi Mariash presents checks to Mote and Easter Seals employees. Through her second annual mini golf tournament Mariash raised $14,000 which she split between the organizations.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 10, 2016
Teen helps turtle conservation efforts

The teen is also the founder of non-profit organization Turtle Inc.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brenton Hodges and Jessica Roberts, both 20, play Pokémon Go while wandering around St. Armands Circle during a recent visit.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 10, 2016
Pokemon Go lures players to Circle

Businesses welcome the battle as Circlegoers seek to 'catch 'em all.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 10, 2016
Longboat Key: Your Calendar

Check out upcoming events on Longboat Key and surrounding areas.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 8, 2016
Aqua Kids gear up for water-filled week

The Mote camp began today with coral reef education and activities.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 5, 2016
Rabbi Sniderman holds first service at Temple Beth Israel

Congregation members gathered for a welcome dinner following the service.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • August 4, 2016
Kiwanis Club gives back to local students

34 scholarships were handed out at the annual scholarship breakfast.

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