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Results for: Pococo Discount Code "AVA505" – Get 50% Discount

  • By Bret Hauff |
  • March 12, 2018
Colony plans dump existing units, seek all of Longboat's tourism pool

How the development at the site of the former Colony Beach and Tennis Resort fits within town codes and what happens to the 237 units now standing at 1620 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 6, 2012
Town, Key Club make cases to appeals court

The town of Longboat Key and Longboat Key Club and Resort asked the Second District Court of Appeals in Lakeland to grant a review of a ruling that favored the Islandside Property Owners Coalition and two condominium associations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • July 24, 2018
Turtle numbers trend downward at midseason

Despite lower nesting numbers, experts say there is no cause for worry at this time.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 25, 2014
Building permits reach '07 levels

Both remodels and new construction projects are driving permit numbers to pre-recession highs of seven years ago.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • December 26, 2022
A special ovation for 'Legally Blonde' actor at Van Wezel

Lea Sevola will get a chance to spend holidays home with her family, and then she'll get right back on the stage for the touring production of "Legally Blonde."

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • November 9, 2021
Longboat Key leaders to consider Verizon plans for nine cell poles

Town leaders will consider a plan to help improve cell service.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 28, 2010
In Brief

Brenner donates funds to foundation; Jaleski says meeting was informative; Free condo foreclosure seminar

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • July 11, 2011
Commission to set maximum millage tonight

The Longboat Key Town Commission reached consensus this morning not to set the millage rate any higher than the current rate of 1.8872 mills.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 1, 2010
Beach project moving forward

The Town Commission agreed that a $4.5 million beach project planned for the north end of the island is necessary.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2011
By the numbers

APRIL FOOLS - The town is currently facing a projected budget shortfall of $667,388.01 due to declining property values and skyrocketing pension costs. Fortunately, the Organizational Review Subcommittee found creative ways to cut town costs and are holding officials responsible for every penny. Here is a breakdown of how they will make up for the shortfall.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • August 23, 2018
City revises development notice policy

Despite some confusion, new procedures will be tailored to alert downtown residents about large projects.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 30, 2015
Boat mooring in Longbeach Village questioned

Two out-of-town boaters complain it’s hard to moor their boat in Longbeach Village to grab a bite to eat because of sailboats they believe are always in the way.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • November 16, 2014
Commission to discuss sign regulations

At today's City Commission meeting, the board will revisit the city's regulations on posting signs, a discussion sparked by the appearance of provocative signs downtown last month.

  • Sarasota
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 8, 2013
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Mar Vista's renovation receives commission approval; Boat and trailer committee to form after recommendation

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 18, 2013
MOMENTS IN TIME

The Observer takes a look back at this week in Sarasota's history.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 6, 2014
Police calls down 3.3% in first half of 2014

Larceny and burglary incidents are up, rescue calls are down, but overall crime numbers didn't change significantly during the first half of 2014.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • April 8, 2014
Commission to consider graffiti ordinance

Sarasota County commissioners Wednesday will hold a public hearing to consider adding graffiti to the county's property standards ordinance.

  • Siesta Key
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  • By David Conway |
  • April 11, 2014
Bayfront residents push back against traffic study

The city has signaled a willingness to approve a bayfront development, but nearby residents believe an updated traffic study still falls short of legal requirements.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 5, 2014
News Briefs

Manatee County hosts land-code workshops; School district projects positive fund balance

  • East County
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  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • April 22, 2025
What to know before sea turtle nesting season begins May 1

From May 1 to Oct. 31, Longboat Key residents will need to adhere to the town's sea turtle protection ordinances which include using turtle-friendly lighting and removing beach furniture at night.

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