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Colin Farrell stars in "The Way Back."
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • January 26, 2011
Film Review: 'The Way Back'

Director Peter Weir's new film, "The Way Back," tells the story of a diverse group of men who bravely escaped a Siberian prison camp at the onset of World War II.

  • Arts + Culture
Terri Driver checks the caging on a nest on Longboat Key Beach in June 2016.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 26, 2017
Longboat Key Turtle Watch: Hatching History

Since its inception in 1969 , the turtle watch volunteers have monitored Manatee County Beaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Dora Walters |
  • April 14, 2010
Key author perfects his play on words

Writing has been his hobby as long as Longboat Key resident Lester Ageloff can remember. He has written numerous short stories, articles and three novels. Recently, his neighbors at The Islander Club were introduced to his talent.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 14, 2016
Lifestyle RX: A new prescription for health

Good habits take mindfulness, but can make all the difference in your wellness.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • June 17, 2010
Sarasota Small Business of the Year Awards: Golden Apple Dinner Theatre

Cultural Organization of the Year -- Finalist

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • September 1, 2017
Kiwanis Club enjoys happy hour

The Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key gathered on Aug. 31 for its first happy hour.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Sarasota County Commissioner Joe Barbetta has been on the County Commission since 2006, representing District 2. Paul Caragiulo will succeed him. Photo by Jessica Salmond
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • November 6, 2014
County commissioners step down from the dais

As they face their last two weeks as government officials, Commissioners Nora Patterson and Joe Barbetta share their successes and thoughts on the future for the county.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Town Clerk Trish Granger provides the rundown for the May 12 special density mail-ballot only referendum ballot.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 14, 2015
Referendum rundown: You’ve got mail

A special density mail-only ballot referendum May 12 is the first of its kind for Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The commission is following up on earlier conversations regarding incorporating resident input into the special event permitting process.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 19, 2018
City Commission to discuss event regulations

The Downtown Sarasota Condo Association proposed new event rules designed to minimize the effects of street closures on residents.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Concerns about hurricane evacuation routes are near the top of Longboat Key's priorities for the Sarasota-Manatee legislative delegation to bring to Tallahassee for the 2019 session.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • December 2, 2018
Evacuation and water quality top Longboat's legislative priorities

Longboat also supports state funding for beach nourishment

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Longboat Key Center for the Art's courtyard as it looks today. File photo.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 28, 2012
Longboat Key Arts Center journeys ahead

As the Longboat Key Center for the Arts celebrates its 60th birthday Dec. 2, it looks back on its future and prepares for the journey ahead.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 17, 2010
Business Observer 02.18.10

Bel Mare at Riviera Dunes has emerged from foreclosure with scaled-back pricing on its remaining condominium residences.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • May 28, 2019
Commission plans walking tour of green-space site

June 3 regular meeting will include morning portion on paths forward for land, then and afternoon portion for the rest of the agenda.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Manatee County Animal Services Division Chief Sarah Brown and  Manatee County Emergency Medical Services Assistant Chief of Operations Larry Luh are excited about the partnership.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 17, 2019
Purr-fect program puts cats to work in Manatee County EMS stations

Working cats, working people make for perfect pilot program in Manatee County.

  • East County
  • News
The Florida Department of Transportation is in the process of painting New Pass Bridge.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 1, 2013
New Pass Bridge painting under way

The Florida Department of Transportation is in the process of painting New Pass Bridge.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
East County resident Lori Dengler, a one-year appointee to Manatee County's Healthcare Advisory Committee, reviews documents in her home.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 9, 2016
Piecing together the healthcare puzzle

With $20 million dedicated to indigent care, Manatee County seeks funding alternatives.

  • East County
  • News
Experienced shooter Jennifer LeBlanc helps beginner Michelle Carpenter with target practice.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • September 5, 2013
Straight Shooters: Well Armed Woman

The Well Armed Woman teaches women to defend themselves and their families by taking aim and firing.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Photos by Harriet Sokmensuer Deb Herbert helps Jordan Curtis with his pencil drawing.
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • March 27, 2014
Booker VPA students prepare for exhibit

Booker Middle School's 2-D/3-D Advanced VPA Art Class held its first gallery night for friends and family Thursday, March 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Chris Caswell (Hannibal Lecter) and Kari Solum (Clarice Starling) star in "Silence! The Musical." Courtesy photo
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • October 31, 2018
Venice Theatre produces biting comedy based on 'Silence of the Lambs' film

'Silence! The Musical' makes area debut at Venice Theatre Nov. 2 and runs through Nov. 25.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 12, 2014
Obituary: Howard Swartz

Howard Swartz, 86, of Longboat Key and New City, N.Y., died Feb. 9.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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