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  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 4, 2010
Stolen vases a grave concern for cemetery

More than 50 bronze vases were stolen recently from atop graves at the Sarasota Memorial Park, on Tamiami Trail. One grave belonged to a 4-year-old child.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Blake Fussell |
  • February 8, 2022
Incorporation efforts reignite for Siesta despite coming annexation meeting

Sarasota leaders will meet Siesta Key Association representatives to discuss the possibility of annexing the island into the city. But Save Siesta Key and its new director are making a further push for incorporation.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 1, 2022
Manatee roundabout project goes forward at Mote Ranch despite neighborhood concerns

Manatee County officials say a roundabout is essential at Honore Avenue and Old Farm Road.

  • East County
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  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 12, 2014
Boyfriend orchestrates unique spin on proposal

A flash mob turns into a marriage proposal that surprised the audience and newly engaged Kailee Burgess.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 10, 2013
Briefs 7.10.13

Town manager investigates cell-reception successes; Old Avenue of the Flowers building coming down; Water meter replacement program to begin next month

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • June 10, 2020
Braden River Library reopens with new policies

Manatee County Libraries open with new policies

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 7, 2012
Commission warns Colony parties

Commissioners warned the interests of the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort that they could lose grandfathered units if they don't reach a resolution.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 30, 2011
News Briefs

Theater festival showcases students; Family farm celebrates season

  • East County
  • News
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 12, 2018
Third-annual Orioles Springfest set for Feb. 17

The event at Ed Smith Stadium features a Q&A session with Trey Mancini and the chance to play catch on the field.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • February 18, 2021
Funding approved for Siesta parking, roundabout design

The County Commission approved a budget amendment of $610,000 to fund both projects.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • February 28, 2024
Start spreading the news

Out with the old, in the with the new. The Observer may be the only newspaper company in the country installing new news racks.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 8, 2012
Bullock talks Key issues to PIC

The new town manager discussed ongoing Longboat Key issues at a Public Interest Committee forum.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • April 16, 2026
Projects will leave Lido Key with a whole new beach

As beach renourishment winds down, the city of Sarasota is gearing up for a project to build 6-foot-plus dunes for much of Lido Key.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • October 6, 2011
Innovative Business: Acceleration Machine

The idea people behind a technology startup sometimes lack two key elements: cash and know-how. A trio of Gulf Coast business veterans is here to help.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • April 18, 2013
The man behind the plan: Jesse Biter

The Pennsylvania native and software entrepreneur moved 12 years ago to Sarasota and has a plan to bring more people downtown to live and work.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 18, 2019
East County parrot sanctuary could be rescued

East County's Birds of Paradise Sanctuary and Rescue could be rescued.

  • East County
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  • By Guest Author |
  • December 12, 2019
Temple Sinai installs Samantha Kahn as rabbi

Rabbi Samantha Kahn started with Temple Sinai in July.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Dr. Peter A. Wish |
  • March 8, 2012
My View: People behaving badly

My wife and I moved to Sarasota almost 20 years ago. We chose this community because it was beautiful, arts-oriented, small, peaceful and civilized.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Emily Walsh |
  • January 2, 2013
Black Tie: Five in the house for 2013

Dressing up for this former social editor has had to do a lot more with Power Rangers, Batman, cowboys and Army guys as of late, thanks to a cute little 2-year-old that I know.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 11, 2017
Sarasota Polo Club brings in thrill seekers

Side of Ranch: Jay Heater

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