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By Roger Drouin |
October 18, 2012

New chief in town: Bernadette DiPino

In Ocean City, Md., Bernadette DiPino became the first woman on the SWAT team and trained hundreds of other officers in community policing.

Sarasota
News

By Observer Staff |
August 18, 2018

Manatee School Board candidates discuss top issues at forum

Manatee County School Board District candidates Alice Kaddatz, Charlie Kennedy, Jim Daniel, Scott Hopes, Joe Stokes, John Colon and James Golden answer questions on top issues at forum hosted by University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee on Aug. 18, 201

East County
News

By Nick Friedman |
July 27, 2016

This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 28

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

By Andrew Warfield |
August 1, 2024

Sarasota drops six spots on best cities to live list

Affordability appears to be a factor in the city being ranked 11th by U.S. News & World Report — but at least it beat Green Bay this year.

Sarasota
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 24, 2025

Developer announces new hotel on Hyatt Regency site

The new hotel at the 1000 Boulevard of the Arts site will be branded Hyatt Centric Harborside.

Sarasota
News

By Carter Weinhofer |
February 4, 2025

Longboat's 2025 Citizens Survey opens Feb. 10

The annual survey allows residents to provide input about town priorities and guide the commission's next strategic planning cycle.

Longboat Key
News

By Dana Kampa |
March 10, 2025

Conservationist, former commissioner urges Longboat Key community action

Lecturer Jon Thaxton asked attendees at a recent Education Center seminar to be informed and engaged on environmental issues, especially with a 2026 land use referendum.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Jack Nelson |
November 4, 2025

Braden River, Lakewood Ranch football programs still searching for key to success

Both the Pirates and the Mustangs finished 2025 with losing records.

East County
Sports

By Rachel Brown Hackney |
November 10, 2011

WELCOME BACK: What you missed

Gone for the summer? Then catch up on what you missed while you were away.

Siesta Key
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
December 25, 2014

Memories & mishaps

For the holidays, the Observer collected Christmas stories - both heartwarming and head shaking - from readers. From burnt dinners and terrifying encounters with Santa to tales of the true meaning of Christmas, these stories are sure to add a little happiness and laughter to your holiday season.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
February 2, 2023

In response to growth, Manatee seeks to expand reclaimed water supply

Manatee County is doing research on a possible reclaimed water partnership with the city of Bradenton.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
February 25, 2022

Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch's Books for Kids program hopes to expand

Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch's Books for Kids program nears 100,000 books distributed.

East County
Neighbors

By Ian Swaby |
July 25, 2022

Land use change proposal moves forward for Lena Road property

The Manatee County Commission will decide whether to change the land use designation on its controversial East County parcel for resale.

East County
News

By Liz Ramos |
June 22, 2022

Manatee School District implements new project to improve school climate

Thirty-three percent of students surveyed say the actions of fellow students hurt their performance, so the school district hopes Project Spark leads to better learning environment.

East County
Schools

By Eric Snider |
November 21, 2019

Charity Snapshot: Taking Flight

Going on 34 years, a seemingly under-the-radar charity gives terminally ill children exceptional cheer through gift-giving and a big ol’ holiday party.