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Country Club Shores IV and V will be the first of the neighborhoods to get their water main replaced.
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  • Lauren Tronstad
  • May 24, 2023
Country Club Shores asbestos pipe replacement starts late summer

Replacing the entire pipe is expected to cost about $9.5 million.

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New patrol cars assigned to an officer will add years to the vehicle's lifetime.
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  • May 24, 2023
Longboat police seek additional patrol vehicles

The seven additional vehicles will each be assigned to an officer, increasing department morale and vehicle lifespan.

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Longboat police enforce rules to keep dogs off the beach
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  • May 23, 2023
Longboat police enforce rules to keep dogs off the beach

After multiple warnings, an officer wrote the dog owner a citation for continued violation. This and other Longboat Key Police reports in this week's Cops Corner.

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Will Luera of Florida Studio Theatre had everyone pick a pose or movement to go with their name.
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  • May 23, 2023
The Paradise Center hosts improv classes on Longboat Key

The workshops are designed to build creativity, self-confidence and, of course, a sense of humor.

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Rendering of planned parking garage at St. Regis with landscaping.
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  • May 23, 2023
St. Regis multilevel parking proposal headed before Town Commission

Public hearings will be held June 5 and June 20 on the matter.

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Chef Jeremy Thayer and Chef Steve Phelps
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  • May 22, 2023
Local chefs gather at St. Armands Daiquiri Deck for book-signing

The recently released cookbook "Cooking with Friends" brings together recipes from standout chefs from the city, region and across the country.

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Frances Powers stands next to her digital paintings at All Angels By the Sea Episcopal Church.
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  • May 22, 2023
Frances Powers displays digital art at All Angels By the Sea

The local artist combines digital art with a traditional form to create vibrant works.

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Longboat Island Chapel donated baby items to teen parents enrolled in the Cyesis Program.
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  • May 21, 2023
Longboat Island Chapel hosts charity event benefiting young parents

The chapel donated baby items for teen parents in the Riverview High School Cyesis program.

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The town of Longboat Key is hosting its annual disaster preparedness seminar on June 1.
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  • May 20, 2023
Longboat gears up for hurricane season with tips from local meteorologist

Town Manager Howard Tipton spoke with ABC7 Chief Meteorologist Bob Harrigan about preparing for the upcoming season.

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Longboat Key firefighters jump into the water at Manatee County Marine Rescue headquarters.
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  • May 18, 2023
Longboat firefighters take the plunge for clean water

Longboat Key Fire Rescue personnel joined other area departments in Bradenton Beach in support of Islanders 4 Clean Water.

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This home, with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, at 480 Cleveland Drive in John Ringling Estates, sold for $4.2 million.
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  • Adam Hughes
  • May 17, 2023
Top residential real estate sales for May 1-5 in Longboat Key, Lido Key, St. Armands Key, Bird Key

A John Ringling Estates home on Cleveland Drive tops the week's sales at $4.2 million.

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The next major beach nourishment project is planned for fiscal year 2029.
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  • May 17, 2023
With a strong economy, Longboat's infrastructure projects come to the fore

The Town Commission held its preliminary budget workshop Monday, outlining investments in infrastructure and the community.

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  • May 17, 2023
Model Brad Kroenig inspired a fashion icon before becoming a local Realtor

Brad Kroenig's modeling career reached new heights after meeting fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld.

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Nikki Fried speaks to the Longboat Key Democratic Club in January of 2022.
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  • May 16, 2023
Longboat Democratic club talks election strategy, party unity

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried discussed plans to reenergize party voters and candidates.

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Yoga instructor Angela Mali embraces the last of the sun's rays.
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  • James Peter
  • May 16, 2023
Longboater teaches yoga students to 'honor your body'

Beachfront yoga class on Longboat Key brings practitioners in touch with a holistic experience.

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