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Longboat Key

Co-host Cyndi Edwards with Euphemia Haye chef/proprietor Ray Arpke. Courtesy photo.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 28, 2012
BUSINESS OBSERVER

Euphemia Haye chef/proprietor Ray Arpke featured on 'Daytime' show; Green Ginger Hair Design moves to new St. Armands Circle location

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Joanne Sheehan submitted this sunset photo, taken at Beach Harbor Club on Longboat Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 28, 2012
Cool Today Weather Photo Contest Winner

Joanne Sheehan submitted this sunset photo, taken at Beach Harbor Club on Longboat Key.

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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the daily headlines
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 27, 2012
Nov. 27: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Sheriff's Office asks for assistance; Whitney Beach ownership modified; District named grant finalist and Judge sets Midnight Pass trial date

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Dario Fallas goes for a backhand shot Tuesday, Nov. 27, during the Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts tournament at the Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts

The Longboat Key Public Tennis Center began its Longboat Key Senior Clay Courts tournament Tuesday, Nov. 27, at the tennis center.

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Whitney Beach Plaza will receive a complete renovation overhaul, according to its owners. A new roof could be start to be placed on the shopping center as early as next week.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 27, 2012
Whitney Beach ownership modified

A new corporation has been formed for partners involved with Whitney Beach Plaza and a $2 million renovation is expected to begin next week.

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The two-sided flyer provides information about rip tides, which can trap even strong swimmers. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • November 26, 2012
Fire Department launches water safety campaign

The department urges managers and association presidents to post a flyer with information about rip tides on their properties.

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Join Alex Mahadevan and Emily Walsh for the daily headlines
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 26, 2012
Nov. 26: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Gulf Gate Library to relocate in January; Payne Park closed for upgrade; LBK Fire Department launches water safety campaign; churches unite for Thanksgiving feast

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Town attorney David Persson provided an outline moving forward after a judge's ruling mandates clarifications to the town's codes.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • November 26, 2012
Town attorney offers legal analysis

The redevelopment of properties such as the Hilton Longboat Key Beachfront Resort are in limbo until the town makes revisions to its outline development process.

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Join Alex Mahadevan for the daily headlines
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  • Eddie Kirsch
  • November 23, 2012
Nov. 23: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Siesta Key burglary suspect faces additional charges, Carpenter in as new Manatee County School Board leader, Weekend Best Bets, www.deali-o.com

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Gilly the Shark, aka Santa Jaws, with Mote Public Relations Coordinator Hayley Rutger.
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  • Robin Hartill
  • November 23, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: Santa Jaws arrives at Mote

The Mote Marine Mascot, Gilly, will show his holiday spirit tomorrow and the first three Saturdays in December.

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Unit 803 at Beau Ciel, 990 Blvd. of the Arts, sold for $1.07 million. File photo.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • November 21, 2012
Condominium in Beau Ciel sells for $1.07 million

A condominium in Beau Ciel tops all transactions in this week's real estate. William and Donna Townsend, of Sarasota, sold their Unit 803 condominium at 990 Blvd. of the Arts to Geraldine Rothman-Serot, trustee, of Sarasota, for $1.07 million.

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The Longboat Island Chapel had a reception with refreshments after the service.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • November 20, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Interfaith Thanksgiving Worship Service

The Longboat Island Chapel hosted the 32nd annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Worship Service on Tuesday, Nov. 20 in the chapel to worship with community. Various religious organizations got together to all worship together and be thankful. 'Personally I am touched every year,' said Board of Trustee Member John Holtzermann. 'The sense of community is palpable.'

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 20, 2012
Nov. 20: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Hurst Capital expresses interest in Hostess, St. Armands parking fixes, Siesta mowing woes continue, Thanksgiving recipes and Popcorn Bob!

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Pat Shutello snapped this bald eagle photo in early November. Photo courtesy of Pat Shutello.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 20, 2012
Bald eagle causes hope to soar

Longboat Key resident Pat Shutello was sitting on her patio, worrying about the damages Superstorm Sandy inflicted on her New Jersey home, when she received a good omen.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 20, 2012
Breaking news: Santa coming to town

You read it first here: Santa Claus is coming to town.

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