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By Mark Bergin |
January 22, 2021

Longboat Key, FDOT discuss crosswalk improvements along Gulf of Mexico Drive

The town of Longboat Key has received several complaints about pedestrians nearly getting hit by cars along Gulf of Mexico Drive.

Longboat Key
News

By Michael Eng |
April 30, 2009

Young Life loses area director

Steve Sipes founded the Christian organization's East Manatee branch more than 10 years ago.

East County
Neighbors

By Pam Eubanks |
February 22, 2012

Board approves teacher pay cuts

After months of failed negotiations with the teacher's union, the school district Feb. 15 imposed 1.75% salary cut for its 2012 budget.

East County
News

By Pam Eubanks and Michael Eng |
December 23, 2012

Year in review: February 2012, 'Board approves teacher pay cuts'

After months of failed negotiations with the teacher's union, the school district Feb. 15 imposed 1.75% salary cut for its 2012 budget.

East County
News

In Memoriam |
January 4, 2019

Michael Joseph Kerrigan

Michael Joseph Kerrigan entered into eternal, peaceful sleep surrounded by his family on Dec. 15, 2018. His obituary tribute is publishing in the Longboat Observer.

Longboat Key
Tributes & Obituaries

By Eric Garwood |
January 23, 2019

Cops Corner: Alarming work being done

Police reports from around Longboat Key

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Anna Brugmann |
September 9, 2017

Booker shelter braces for Hurricane Irma

Booker High School has never had to open its doors as a hurricane shelter before. It’s now home to more than 1,200 evacuees.

Sarasota
Neighbors

By Observer Staff |
September 10, 2017

Irma: What to expect in the next 24 hours

As Hurricane Irma approaches, here's what to expect during and after.

Sarasota
News

By David Conway |
May 18, 2017

Atwell, Chapman say goodbye to commission

Suzanne Atwell and Susan Chapman reflect on their time as city commissioners — and discuss their diverging plans for the future.

Sarasota
News

By Katie Johns |
April 12, 2017

Longboat Key Obituaries: April 13, 2017

Joan Maus, Jerry Friesch, Susie Glasser, Anna Howell, Elizabeth Ross and Margaret "Woodie" Seehafer died.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

By Kristen Herhold |
December 2, 2015

Former pro racer Michael Corbino Jr., 27, dies in crash

Corbino, 27, of Longboat Key, died Nov. 29 after he lost control of his motorcycle and hit a tree while traveling northbound on South Tamiami Trail.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
February 17, 2015

Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Amanda Sebastiano |
March 11, 2015

Veteran cooks up success after culinary program

Success is sweet for U.S. Army veteran Jason Jenkins, who has his first full-time culinary role after completing the Vets 2 Chefs program.

East County
News

By Alex Mahadevan |
June 26, 2014

Benderson pitches Stickney project

Siesta Promenade would bring a hotel and 250,000 square feet of retail to the gateway to Siesta Key, causing worry among residents.

Siesta Key
News

By Lauren Tronstad |
November 30, 2022

Moving along: Big projects gather momentum

The town center pavilion and GMD roundabout are among projects underway heading into the new year.

Longboat Key
News

By Andrew Warfield |
March 6, 2024

Lido Beach to convert 80 free spaces to metered parking

The Sarasota City Commission approved several initiatives that will result in nearly $1.3 million in additional parking and fine revenues.

Sarasota
News

By S.T. Cardinal |
October 1, 2025

Manatee cuts funds to EDC, Longboat impacts likely limited

The Bradenton Area EDC is jointly funded by public investments and private donors, according to its annual report, which shows $1.1 million in revenue in 2024.