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Longboat Key

    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 8, 2014
Issues to Watch 2014: Cell towers

The Town Commission will review ordinance language this year that states the town is not interested in cellular towers as a reception fix.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 8, 2014
Commission approves Hilton Beachfront Resort project

The Longboat Key Hilton will undergo a $30 million expansion and renovation project that will begin after the season and open in 2015.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 8, 2014
Colony vandalism cited for crime hike

Longboat Key Police Chief Pete Cumming released crime statistics for 2013 revealing that vandalism and trespassing offenses are up 54% and 32% respectively compared with a year ago.

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Courtesy photo. The six socialized feral kittens are available for adoption to loving owners who are willing to keep them indoors or in a caged lanai.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 8, 2014
Six rescued kittens seek loving homes

A Key couple socialized a litter of young felines that are now ready for adoption.

  • Longboat Key
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Observer Media Group Chairman David Beliles, center, with retired Longboat Observer Senior Editor Dora Walters and retired Senior Advertising Executive Wendi Simons
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 8, 2014
Friends, family honor Claire Hunter at service

More than 75 people attended a memorial service and witness to the resurrection for longtime Longboat Observer co-owner Claire Hunter, who died Dec. 15. She was 84.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Susan and Cliff Scholz, Susan and Tim Clarke and Mickey Callenen attended last year's Party on the Pass.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 8, 2014
Save the dates

We're looking forward to an eventful season. Here, we choose our top 10 picks for the winter/spring season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Fitness leader Sherry Fidellr will be leaving the Recreation Center at the end of the season after 20 years.
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • January 8, 2014
New year brings fitness options for Longboaters

This column heads into its 17th year with its most news ever about fitness classes. There is an exciting array of new formats, teachers and time periods at both the Longboat Key Education Center and Bayfront Park Recreation Center.

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Kurt Schultheis. This home at 531 Chipping Lane in Country Club Shores has two bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,341 square feet of living area. It sold for $760,000.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • January 8, 2014
Country Club Shores home sells for $760,000

Geza and Ilona Benko, of Longboat Key, sold their home at 531 Chipping Lane to Victor and Anamaria Mitchell, of Castle Rock, Colo., for $760,000.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
File photo. Maison Blanche chef/owner Jose Martinez and his wife, Victoria, with celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse during the September filming of 'Coming to America.'
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 8, 2014
Business Observer

Travel + Leisure names Key Club in top 500 resorts; Maison Blanche owner featured on 'Emeril's Florida'; Mediterranean restaurant to open on St. Armands; Longboat Key Chamber moves to the Centre Shops

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Barbara Thurston submitted this sunrise photo, taken near Emerald Harbor on Longboat Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 8, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

Barbara Thurston submitted this sunrise photo, taken near Emerald Harbor on Longboat Key.

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Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center Director Jennifer Carey
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 7, 2014
The Good News: Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center

Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center helps women make informed decisions about parenthood.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Eric Hillman, Greg Albrecht and Jordan Albrecht braved the cold Tuesday, Jan. 7, for an afternoon walk on the beach.
    By
  • Kelsey Grau
  • January 7, 2014
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Bundled Up on the Beach

Make sure to bundle up before heading to the beach today! The sun may be shining, but it's no match for the cold winds and low temperature of 47 degrees.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
File of Life magnets are placed on refrigerators to provide firefighter/paramedics vital medical information in emergencies. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • January 7, 2014
LBK Fire Rescue programs promote health, safety

Longboat Key Fire Rescue will offer home inspections beginning this month along with its ongoing File of Life program.

  • Longboat Key
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The Hilton project is the first applicant to take advantage of the town-wide 250 tourism until pool that’s been waiting for applicants to apply for additional units since 2008.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • January 6, 2014
Commission approves Hilton project

The Longboat Key Hilton Beachfront Resort submitted plans for a $30 million project that will begin later this year.

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