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  • December 29, 2010
Primrose kids carol on Main

Private kindergarten students from Primrose School at Lakewood Ranch Town Center brought the holidays to Lakewood Ranch Main Street merchants during their caroling trip Dec. 15.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The victim and the defendant got into an argument about the victim operating a remote control car in the parking lot because it upsets his dogs.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Best of Cops Corner 2010

Since The East County Observer launched Cops Corner in August 1999, it has consistently been one of the most loved and most read features in the paper. It seems readers always want to know what kind of mischief is happening in their community.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Residents celebrate Seaplace love story

After meeting and falling in love years ago at Seaplace, Dick Antonello and Sue Hoeft will marry on New Year's Eve, at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Cannons receives fifth DEP award

Cannons Marina was named a Florida Clean Boatyard and Clean Marina for the fifth consecutive year by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and The Clean Boating Partnership.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 29, 2010
News briefs

Community news and notes

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Peggy Wallace and her husband, Dan, right, recall the time when Zina Versfeld, center, brought a canvas for them to create a piece of artwork together at KAETA's show-and-tell event in November at Plymouth Harbour.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Year in Pictures: Nov. | Dec.

Year in Pictures: Nov. | Dec.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Bob Lurie, Banyon Bay Club
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Sunrise, sunset ...

The Longboat Observer and its sister newspapers, the Sarasota and East County Observers, will begin a weekly contest on the weather page for winning photos of sunrise and sunset photos.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By George Rauch
  • December 29, 2010
Market Watch

New Year's outlook: The U.S. is bankrupt

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Harbour Links swans Henry and Vickie welcomed seven new cygnets, or baby swans, in May.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Year in Pictures: May | June

Check out some of the year's most memorable photos.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joanne and Kent Knowlton and Anne Young celebrate St. Patrick's Day in March at Club Longboat.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Year in Pictures: March | April

Check out some of the year's most memorable photos.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Margit and Dick Gravino made a hilarious pair as mobsters at Sarasota Yacht Club's Halloween party.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Year in Pictures: Sept. | Oct.

Year in Pictures: Sept. | Oct.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Larry Elgart was photographed for Longboat Observer's "Spirit of America: Slice of Americana" special section that was published in July.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Year in Pictures: July | Aug.

Year in Pictures: July | Aug.

  • Longboat Key
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Year in Pictures: Jan. | Feb.

Check out some of the most memorable photos of 2010.

  • Longboat Key
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Lakewood Ranch High senior Reggie Lindsey returned to the Mustangs lineup late in the season after getting knocked out by a fastball in Lakewood's season opener Feb. 16.
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • December 29, 2010
THE YEAR IN SPORTS: Time to Shine

From broken records to broken bones, 2010 proved to be one of the most inspiring in East County sports history.

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Rubinovitz
    By
  • Dora Walters
  • December 29, 2010
MAN ON THE STREET: Resolutions

We asked Longboaters what their New Years plans and resolutions are.

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  • News
The new Central Station has five bays for trucks.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 29, 2010
East Manatee Fire Rescue opens Central Station

Th newest station will house the district's specialized equipment and serve as the primary backup for other stations in the district.

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Madison Bradley, left, Brittany Pelton, Colin Mgbeaky, Julia Goldman and Anthony Asay
  • By Kelly Pleasant
  • December 29, 2010
Youth group samples cuisines on progressive dinner hay ride

The High School Youth Group from Christ Presbyterian Church enjoyed an old-fashioned hay ride down Lakewood Ranch Main Street Dec. 20.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Our view

Wish list for 2011

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  • Opinion
D'Arcy and Ray Arpke bought Euphemia Haye in 1980.
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • December 29, 2010
Local restaurant rides out recession

Euphemia Haye owner Ray Arpke says booming business and an increase in sales has him hoping the worst of the recession could be over.

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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Cops corner

Dec. 19 Private matter 12:26 p.m. - 6200 block of GMD. Trespassing. A man reported that a fishing boat captain docked his boat on the man's private dock and allowed his dog to relieve himself on the lawn before leaving. The captain was informed he was not allowed to walk on other people's property without their permission.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Ben Rothschild
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • December 29, 2010
Athlete of the Week: Ben Rothschild

This week's featured athlete is Ben Rothschild, a 6 year old tennis player who visits his grandparents on Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
This home at 6600 Gulf of Mexico Drive has 3,337 square feet, three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a pool.
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 29, 2010
Sleepy Lagoon home sells for $3,025,000

The sale was the largest residential transaction recorded during the week of Dec. 13 through Dec. 17 on Longboat, Lido, St. Armands and Bird keys at the Sarasota and Manatee county courthouses.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
Shelia Cyr, Rosalie Brogan, Marianne Strait, Robynn Wickham, Joanne Nicholson, Lisa Dubuque and Pat Marschke
    By
  • Robin Hartill
  • December 29, 2010
Business observer

Local salon and store show some real panache; Beach Fitness Center opens at Centre Shops; Kitchens by Kerrie to open in Centre Shops

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Donna Swan
  • December 29, 2010
Deal us in

The hand looks difficult from the start

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joy Fitzpatrick submitted this sunset photo, taken on a chilly December night on the Longboat Pass Bridge on the north end of the Key.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
Cold Snap

Joy Fitzpatrick submitted this sunset photo, taken on a chilly December night on the Longboat Pass Bridge on the north end of the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 29, 2010
TOP STORY, JULY: It's a Go!

Commission approves Key Club plan 6-1

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Joel Murrill, homeless for more than two years, took advantage of an incredible set of coincidences to create a new life for himself.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • December 29, 2010
TOP STORY, JULY: Life-changing decisions

Living on Sarasota's streets for two years, 54-year-old Joel Murrill had little hope of breaking free. But helping others finally paid off for the former airline mechanic.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Five-year-old Kaitlin McKay-Cohen loved the face painting she received at Ovation, A Day for the Arts in Lakewood Ranch. Published Feb. 11.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • December 29, 2010
YEAR IN PICTURES: January | February

The East County Observer recaps the best photos of January and February 2010.

  • East County
  • News
Brianne Roberts was one of dozens of students who performed at Braden River High School's talent show. Published April 15.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
YEAR IN PICTURES: March | April

The East County Observer recaps the best photos of March and April 2010.

  • East County
  • News
ODA seniors Steven Freund, Kevin Frey, Jonathan Grathwohl and Zachary Balit celebrated in style at the school's Commencement. Published June 10.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
YEAR IN PICTURES: May | June

The East County Observer recaps the best photos of May and June 2010.

  • East County
  • News
Cowboy Hub Hubbell was among those featured in The Observer Group's Slice of Americana July 4 special section. Published July 1.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
YEAR IN PICTURES: July | August

The East County Observer recaps the best photos of July and August 2010.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch honored its founding families during its 15th anniversary celebration. Published Oct. 21.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
YEAR IN PICTURES: September | October

The East County Observer recaps the best photos of September and October 2010.

  • East County
  • News
Veteran Archie Sanders received recognition during the dedication ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in San Marco Plaza. Published Nov. 18.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • December 29, 2010
YEAR IN PICTURES: November | December

The East County Observer recaps the best photos of November and December 2010.

  • East County
  • News
Longboat Key Club and Resort General Manager Michael Welly, left, and Loeb Partners Realty Chief Operating Officer Michael Brody quickly depart Temple Beth Israel after the Town Commission held a vote and ended the Islandside hearing Monday, June 14.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 28, 2010
TOP STORY, JUNE: Dead or Alive?

The Town Commission approves a plan the Key Club rejects. Welly: 'There is no plan B.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Phil Solorzano, co-owner of Solorzano Bros. Pizzeria, said his shop's van is a valuable marketing tool.
    By
  • Robin Roy
  • December 28, 2010
TOP STORY, JUNE: Sour Dough

Solorzano Bros. Pizzeria used a parked van on Beach Road to advertise its business, but condo owners across the street say it blocks their view and takes a parking spot away from tourists.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Patricia Wilson, Tara Raven, Ngan Gilkison and Jaden Hair are eager to educate the public about organic, sustainable farming.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • December 28, 2010
TOP STORY, JUNE: SmartFarm takes root

Four women are working to build a sustainable, organic community farm and educational facility in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
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