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Longboat Key

    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 9, 2013
Obituary: Sanford Milter

Sanford Milter, 93, of Sarasota died April 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Westcoast Black Theater Troupe buys permanent home — learn more in today's headlines!
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • April 8, 2013
April 8: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Sarasota County Commission tackles tourist taxes; Aging Bird Key water main to be replaced next year; Village streets repavement planned this year; Westcoast Black Theater Troupe buys permanent home

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  • News
Repavement of Broadway and Lois Avenue will begin in the late summer or early fall.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • April 8, 2013
Village streets repavement planned for this year

Repavement of several streets in the Longbeach Village will begin in late summer or early fall, according to Longbeach Village Association President Michael Drake, who updated residents about plans at the association's meeting last week.

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Runners take off at the blare of the horn.
    By
  • Yaryna Klimchak
  • April 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : Run for the Turtles

Nearly 1,000 runners hit the beach Saturday, April 6 to help endangered turtles at Mote Marine Aquariums Run for the Turtles on Siesta Key Beach. The 5K sanctioned by the Manasota Track club and the 1-mile fun-run/walk provided major support for Mote Marine Laboratory's Sea Turtle Conservation and Research Program

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
Molly and the Rev. Dr. Vince Carroll
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Rev. Dr. Vince Carroll installation service

Longboat Island Chapel installed the Rev. Dr. Vince Carroll as its sixth senior pastor Sunday, April 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sue Borgelt and Linda Weiss
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 7, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Christ Church Farewell Party

Christ Church hosted a tropical-themed party Saturday, March 6, to say goodbye to seasonal members. The event featured a potluck, book sale and light-hearted costume contests.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lynn Lotsey and Bev Meadows with Kelly the cockatoo
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Save Our Seabirds Soiree

Save Our Seabirds held its annual soiree Friday, April 5, to raise funds for hospital operations and food. The Resort at Longboat Key Club catered the event; acoustic guitarist Dean Miller performed.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sherry and Morris Emigh with Jinny and Ron Johnson
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: The Inspiring Image and Journeys in Fine Art Photography

Two exhibits, "The Inspiring Image" and "Journeys in fine Art Photography," opened Friday, April 5, at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, a division of the Ringling College of Art and Design.

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The Longboat Key Police Department has named four of its officers sergeants this week.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • April 5, 2013
Police Department names new captains

A new organizational structure at the Longboat Key Police Department has made four officers sergeants.

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Hymn for Her turn up the heat with new album — watch a clip in today's headlines!
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • April 5, 2013
April 5: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Manatee Schools to create new positions, eliminate assistant superintendents; Vandalism reported at Colony; Hymn for Her turn up the heat with new album; Weekend Best Bets

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Sandy Mackman, Bonnie and Bill Chapman and Alice Wilkinson
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 5, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Tangerine Bay End of Season Party

Tangerine Bay residents said goodbye to another fun season Thursday, April 4, in the association's cabana clubhouse.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Save Our Seabirds' soiree will include live and silent auctions, live entertainment and food from the Longboat Key Club & Resort. File photo
    By
  • Katie Hendrick
  • April 5, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BET: Save Our Seabirds Soiree

Event will feature food from the Longboat Key Club & Resort and string musicians.

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Homeless man arrested for murder — learn more about it in today's headlines!
    By
  • Eddie Kirsch
  • April 4, 2013
April 4: Daily Headlines Video

Today's Stories: Homeless man arrested for murder; Semitruck overturns into river in East County; City plans Lido renourishment; Gullett students help plant garden at White House

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    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • April 4, 2013
Vandalism reported at Colony

Damage included broken light poles and a shattered guardhouse door at the shuttered resort.

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The intersection of Broadway and Gulf of Mexico Drive is poorly lit at night, according to area homeowners.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • April 4, 2013
Longboat Key street lighting assistance requested

North end residents are requesting more lighting along Gulf of Mexico Drive and the town is working to accommodate the request.

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