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Results for: Top HVAC service in San Diego comes from Reliable Standard Heating & Air’s commitment to excellence

  • By Robin Hartill |
  • September 18, 2013
Cameras produce major hits for police

The license-camera system has flagged approximately 5,000 vehicles since it went live in August, meaning police must often prioritize what vehicles to stop.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • January 8, 2014
Olympic swimmers hope to inspire young athletes

The Lakewood Ranch YMCA Wave Runners will host the Fitter & Faster Swim Tour, featuring Olympians Davis Tarwater and Claire Donahue, later this month.

  • East County
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 21, 2013
Letters to the Editor

Bridge comparisons are 'apples to oranges'; Hurricane season is in full force

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 9, 2013
Whatmough turns in keys to his Longboat home

Former Mayor Jeremy Whatmough sold his Key home and is now officially a full-time Sarasota Polo Club resident.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nolan Peterson |
  • October 11, 2013
Rosie O'Donnell's new view: Casey Key beachfront

Television personality and comedian Rosie O'Donnell closed on the purchase of a $5 million home on Casey Key Thursday.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • October 17, 2013
Sarasota Bay Water Festival seeks submissions for photo contest

The Sarasota Bay Water Festival has announced the 'I Love Sarasota Bay' photo contest returns this fall with the theme, 'Celebrating the Beauty and Importance of Sarasota Bay.'

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 19, 2014
Stores have familiar ring

Three stores with locations in St. Armands Circle will open stores in the Mall at University Town Center.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • February 23, 2014
Sarasota Polo Club named host for pentathlon world cup final

Local and international officials behind four pentathlon events the Sarasota-Bradenton region will host during the next three years, announced Sunday a venue change for the world cup final in June.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 27, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By David Conway |
  • February 6, 2014
St. Armands residents offer input on parking study

Residents say a report about mitigating parking woes around St. Armands Circle - including the possible construction of a garage - didn't properly account for their interests.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • In Memoriam |
  • January 3, 2022
Gregory James LaPensee

Gregory James LaPensee, 39, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away December 14, 2021. Greg was born on December 17, 1981 and was a true Manatee County native.

  • Longboat Key
  • Tributes & Obituaries
  • By Miri Hardy |
  • August 11, 2024
Myakka wetlands reduce downstream flooding

By containing waters, flooding in the park supports natural and human communities.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 2, 2024
Longboat Key officials work with Sarasota County to prep for storm

As town officials prepare, residents are asked to stay up to date with information and can utilize the self-serve sandbag operation and sign up for Alert Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Vinnie Portell |
  • January 15, 2025
Don't miss these events at the Manatee County Fair

Key information as the Manatee County Fair begins its 2025 run in Palmetto.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 7, 2024
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Payton Griffin

The Sarasota Tsunami swimmer finished eighth in the 200-meter freestyle at the USA Swimming Futures Championship.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • March 22, 2025
Meet Longboat Chamber of Commerce's newest addition

Event coordinator Ellen Thomas looks forward to offering new activities for Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 6, 2017
Music review: Chargaux

Brooklyn-based Chargaux ventures into The Ringling's ‘Pathless Woods’

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Petra Rivera |
  • February 6, 2024
CEO of SRQ updates Kiwanis Club on the airport's growth

Rick Piccolo's presentation highlighted the area's recent growth and future plans for expanding and improving the airport.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 5, 2024
East County Athlete of the Week: Derek Robinson

The Lakewood Ranch High boys track and field star won two races March 1 at the Charlotte Invitational.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Dana Kampa |
  • January 17, 2025
Expert offers advice on balancing act of aging

The Paradise Center's latest speaker highlights importance of long-term health practices.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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