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  • By S.T. Cardinal |
  • December 9, 2025
St. Regis arched sign dispute enters next chapter

The Longboat Key Town Commission rescinded its earlier decision, directing town staff to take a fresh look at the town's sign code that might be more inclusive of the arch.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 18, 2010
Town to discuss sign code

The Town Commission and the Planning and Zoning Board will hold meetings Tuesday to discuss the Comprehensive Plan amendments and its sign code.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • September 8, 2014
Commission to discuss surplus property

Tuesday's commission meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in the Commission Chambers in Venice.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 29, 2013
Lore: Book called Longboat 'an island without soul'

It's safe to say a pair of Rolling Stone writers didn't get the key to Longboat after their 1999 book, 'Florida Beaches.'

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 14, 2010
Code Enforcement staff builds case for challenge

Town officials allege that Key resident James Armstrong installed updates to his home without obtaining the necessary building permits.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 2, 2012
P&Z begins to crack town codes

Recommendations for zoning code changes get unanimous vote from P&Z Board.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 1, 2017
Can anyone just ride on through?

Manatee County may give gate restrictions 'teeth'

  • East County
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • October 30, 2013
PZ&B signs interlocal agreement with UF

Town Manager Dave Bullock isn't happy with the level of service the Longboat Key Planning, Zoning and Building Department is providing, so he's seeking outside help to alleviate the problem.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • September 23, 2021
Sidewalk images chronicle a centennial of Sarasota history

The Chalk Festival brings hand-painted sidewalk images to downtown Sarasota to convey the county's rich past.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 10, 2024
The Bay wins $1 million matching grant

The Patterson Foundation awards a third grant as the Bay Park Conservancy raises another $5 million in a $20 million fundraising challenge.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 21, 2020
Manatee County commissioners lift 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew

Manatee County commissioners lift 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew

  • East County
  • News
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • February 28, 2013
Walmart vote brings zoning to forefront

Three commissioners say the Ringling Shopping Center could be rezoned to increase its potential.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 3, 2009
Abandoned beach furniture will be confiscated

Planning, Zoning and Building Director Monica Simpson said the town is working to educate residents about beach furniture being left on town-owned beach property, which is not allowed under town code or state statutes.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • March 27, 2014
Siesta vacant lot becomes nuisance to neighbors

Siesta Key residents report partying and the sale of parking spaces at 645 Beach Road.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
Newcomers express frustration with town

Mayor Lee Rothenberg defended decisions made at Town Hall and said his opponents don't understand the workings of the island's government at Monday's debate.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 13, 2010
Newcomers express frustration with town

Mayor Lee Rothenberg defended decisions made at Town Hall and said his opponents don't understand the workings of the island's government at Monday's debate.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 26, 2022
Longboat approves initial requests to build on long-empty land

The condo project is proposed for land that was once owned by Mote Scientific Foundation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • March 5, 2025
Manatee's environmental lands program continues tedious process

After purchasing three properties in four years, the ELMAC program is currently negotiating 11 purchases and two easements.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • December 19, 2012
Asolo Conservatory students receive special coaching from David Brunetti

Broadway vocal coach and song stylist David Brunetti has been working with Asolo Conservatory students for more than 20 years. The New York City-based coach has helped the likes of Art Garfunkel, Judy Collins, Eartha Kitt, Christopher Durang and Gregory Hines, to name a few.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 23, 2018
Special taxing district idea progresses

Manatee County commissioners voted to advance special taxing districts for two communities.

  • East County
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