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A man drapes the flag of Israel over his back in a show of support.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Support for Israel Rally

The Jewish Federation of Sarasota and Manatee counties hosted an interfaith rally Friday, Nov. 23 at J.D. Hamel Park to show its support for Israel. Attendees waved Israeli flags and wore blue and white to show their support before walking the Ringling Bridge.

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Members of the open jam band perform blues standards.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Fourth Annual Stone Soup Gathering

Theresa and Bob Fieberts hosted the fourth annual Stone Soup Gathering at their home, Friday, Nov. 23 to benefit local nonprofit, Every Child, Inc. Attendees were invited to bring toys for the nonprofit, soup for the meal and instruments to join in on the evening-long open jam session, hosted by Bob Fieberts.

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Embellishments owners, Diane Boyhan and Cheri Neary
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  • Nick Friedman
  • November 27, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Sarasota Village Tree Lighting

Merchants in the Downtown Sarasota Village, located off Fruitville Road, got in the holiday spirit Saturday, Nov. 24, during their first-annual lighting of the trees event, designed by Embellishments Design and Boutique. Guests strolled through the shops in the Village, listened to Christmas carols and enjoyed light snacks and wine.

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"I am very much looking forward to running again," Atwell said in an interview earlier this month.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 27, 2012
Atwell to hold campaign kickoff

Mayor Suzanne Atwell is seeking re-election in March.

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Once installed, the new shade structure will cover the small children's playground (ages 5-12), as well as the music area, providing relief from the sun.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 26, 2012
Payne Park playground closes for upgrade

Playground will close Nov. 26 to Dec. 14 for the installation of a shade structure.

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Witnesses report a man entered the store around 7 p.m., pointed a knife at the cashier and demanded money from the register.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 26, 2012
Sheriff's Office seeks assistance in identifying armed robber

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance in identifying an armed suspect who robbed a cashier at Beall's Outlet on 4084 Cattlemen Road Friday, Nov. 23.

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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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Rheanna Stephens, 8, Haela Stephens, 6, Laura Gilliam with Barbie, Rhett Gilliam, 3, Hannah Ward with Lucy, and Hunter Gilliam, 11, pose in front of the lit Christmas tree.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 24, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Sarasota Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Sarasota Downtown Merchants Association held a Christmas tree lighting ceremony Friday, Nov. 23, at Five Points Park. The evening included music by Mr. Howard's Music Makers and caroling by Girls Inc.

  • Sarasota
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Join Alex Mahadevan for the daily headlines
    By
  • 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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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • November 23, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BEST: Downtown Sarasota Village Lighting of the Trees

Celebrate the first annual lighting of the trees event this Saturday.

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Riverview’s Austin Walker, No. 30, runs down the court with the ball.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • November 23, 2012
PHOTO GALLERY: Sarasota Christian v. Riverview

The Riverview Rams played their season opener against the Sarasota Christian Blazers Tuesday, Nov. 20 at Sarasota Christian. While the Blazers held the lead for a while, the Rams came back during the second half to win 72-62.

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  • Neighbors
The 30,000-square-foot Goodwill has been under construction for several months — despite an appeal filed in the 12th Judicial Sarasota Circuit Court by Robert Casella, a member of a group of residents opposed to the project.
    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 21, 2012
Appeal against Goodwill denied

The circuit judge's decision allows construction of the 30,000-square-foot North Trail Goodwill to move toward a February open date.

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    By
  • Roger Drouin
  • November 21, 2012
City Commission field takes shape

One incumbent and five challengers have filed initial paperwork to run thus far.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 21, 2012
Sarasota, Longboat Observers named newspapers of the year

Breaking news: Two Observer Media Group publications earned the titles of "Newspaper of the Year" in Local Media Association's annual competition.

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  • Observer Staff
  • November 21, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Siesta Key offers a great playground; An open letter to Gov. Romney

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