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Several bricks are missing from multiple stretches of the 1400 block of Main Street, an issue caused by growing tree roots along the sidewalk. Photo by David Conway
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Damages arise on downtown brick sidewalks

Damages to brick-paved sections of Main Street haven't caused alarm among merchants and residents - one small piece missing here, a dislodged brick there - but, taken together, they've added up to become an issue the city is exploring how to fix.

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Residents, commission lobby for traffic management

Sarasota County commissioners requested Ryland Homes add a turn lane into a future Osprey development.

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Students performed holiday songs for residents at the Jefferson Center.
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Students of the Bay Haven Broadway Club spread holiday cheer by performing at the Jefferson Center of Sarasota the afternoon of Tuesday, Dec. 16.

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St. Armands business owners, workers and residents gathered at Crab & Fin restaurant on Dec. 16 for the St. Armands Circle Association's annual holiday party.

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Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 leader Michael Klauber will provide an update to city officials about the group's work at a workshop next month.
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Bayfront group works to refine principles

Based on feedback gathered over the past several months, Sarasota Bayfront 20:20 could increase its emphasis on creating a hub for cultural institutions on the waterfront.

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Residents in the area are under a boil water advisory.
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  • December 15, 2014
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The water main at Swift Road and Wilkinson Road broke Monday night. Crews are still working to repair it.

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'Noel en Provence'

'Noel en Provence'

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The Observer wants you to share your favorite holiday memory or mishap in about 300 words or less.
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  • December 14, 2014
Observer seeks holiday memories stories

The Observer is collecting holiday stories that center around a great holiday memory or a holiday mishaps for our Dec. 25 issue.

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A diamondback terrapin hatchling
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Mote Aquarium to hold exhibit on life cycles of marine animals

'Oh Baby! Life Cycles of the Seas" will explore marine animal romance, babies and families.

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Entrepreneur Jesse Biter bought the future site of Paddy Wagon Irish Pub in downtown Sarasota for $2 million in 2012.
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  • December 14, 2014
Downtown Sarasota attracts more nightlife options

Owners of the Paddy Wagon Irish Pub aim to open this summer on Main Street.

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Two of the alleged incidents are still under investigation.
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  • December 14, 2014
Sheriff's Office investigates stabbing, homicide and an attempted robbery

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office reported multiple crimes occurred over the weekend.

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Members of the Sisterhood of Temple Beth Sholom: Ruthe Actor, Randi Brodsky, Jane Greenfield, Arlene Levine and Betty Levitt.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Temple Beth Sholom Latkes & Vodka

The ladies of the Temple Beth Sholom sisterhood shared fellowship and songs during Latkes & Vodka Sunday, Dec. 14.

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Observer Challenge Division four champions Jim Purcell, Roger Blair, Kristin Beeman and Angie Eason display their trophy.
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  • December 14, 2014
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Observer Challenge; Sarasota Holiday Boat Parade; Living Nativity; and MORE!

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