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Dozens of cases of cybercrime, fraud and identity theft were reported to the Longboat Key Police Department last year.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • January 24, 2018
Cybercrime takes aim at Longboaters

The best way police say they can stop cybercrime, one of the fastest growing criminal enterprises in the world, is with a dose of skepticism.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 24, 2017
Peridia tea time benefits charity

Ladies at Peridia Golf and Country Club enjoy the third annual High Tea and Trunk Show.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Mote’s planned four-story, 110,000-square-foot aquarium would feature lighting on the exterior of the building that could display marine animal images.
  • By David Conway |
  • February 15, 2018
Mote's move out of the city draws questions

Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium wants to relocate its aquarium. Why is the organization choosing I-75 over the bayfront?

  • Sarasota
  • News
Both Lakewood Ranch and The Out-of-Door Academy will play Monday night.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 25, 2017
Weather postpones season opener for two area football teams

Both Lakewood Ranch and The Out-of-Door Academy will play Monday night.

  • East County
  • Sports
Almost every major milestone in George Luzier's life has to do with boating, from the academy he chose to attend after high school to how he met his wife. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 30, 2017
Made with Love: Sarasota man honored for eight decades of craftsmanship

George Luzier has been making high-quality wooden boats for 80 years, and this summer, his work was awarded national recognition.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • April 11, 2013
The Backstage Blogger interviews playwright Jack Gilhooley

The Backstage Blogger interviews playwright Jack Gilhooley

  • Arts + Culture
Three years ago, the Neighborhood Development and Services  had more than 100 employees. Today, the department has 56.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 15, 2011
Building director defends department

Director of Neighborhood Development and Services Tim Litchett said his building department and its divisions are offering exemplary service while performing the same level of work with fewer employees.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Town attorney Dave Persson has resigned and will become the city of Venice’s attorney no later than the end of June.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 5, 2013
Longboat Key Town Commission will solicit town attorney services

A new town attorney will be selected in a process that will take approximately four to six weeks.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • July 2, 2009
Betting on boats

Chris Collins will drive. His brother, Jack Collins Jr., will be his throttle man. Both will see what their Phantom boat is made of come Sunday, July 5, at the Suncoast Grand Prix.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 6, 2018
Cops Corner: Sarasota 12.6.18

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • July 3, 2014
Hail Dale kicks off JDub's beer tour

Hail Dale kicks off JDub's beer tour

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
 Brendan Ragan and Betsy Helmer co-star as a soldier and teenage girl aboard a space ship to a new planet in “Pilgrims.” Photo by Daniel Kelly.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • August 2, 2017
The voyagers of ‘Pilgrims’ face ancient problems in a brave new world at Urbanite Theatre

In Urbanite Theatre's new play, outer space is a familiar frontier.

  • Arts + Culture
Sarabeth Kalajian is stepping down from her role as director of Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources after 35 years.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • September 12, 2019
Ready for the next chapter: Sarabeth Kalajian reflects on career with Sarasota County libraries

Kalajian's career spans 35 years, though it began with a chance encounter.

  • Sarasota
  • News
"I speak to a lot of community groups about the importance of education," Brian Hersh says. "That's the kind of performance I do. It comes from a sincere place, and it doesn't require a lot of effort."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • May 11, 2011
Tour guide

Asolo Rep Education and Outreach Director Brian Hersh isn't waiting for students to come to the theater. He's staging it on their turf.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 10, 2015
Q+A with Melissa Wandall

Whisper Bend resident Melissa Wandall is best known for helping to pass the Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Act, which allows the use of red-light cameras.

  • East County
  • News
Construction workers began putting on the sails onto the front side of the recently opened Palm Avenue parking garage Thursday, Jan. 20.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • January 20, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Sail setup

Construction workers began putting on the sails onto the front side of the recently opened Palm Avenue parking garage Thursday, Jan. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • News
A nest, handcrafted by a bald eagle, sits high up in the trees on Lorraine Road in Lakewood Ranch. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 29, 2017
Bradenton bald eagle electrocuted

Eagle bodies are shipped to National Eagle Repository in Colorado.

  • East County
  • News
CANDance Champions
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • October 28, 2015
Black Tie & Tales 10.29.15

Meet our gem, fête a social editor, iPhone shopping and much more ...

  • Black Tie
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 15, 2012
Riverview blanks North Port in district action

The Riverview High girls soccer team improved to 4-2 on the season with a 3-0 victory over North Port in district action Nov. 14.

  • East County
  • Sports
Miguel Pelayo, a Florida Cancer Specialists oncologist, cuts the ribbon to open the $16 million Lakewood Ranch Cancer Center.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • December 10, 2019
Florida Cancer Specialists cut ribbon on dynamic facility in Lakewood Ranch

Florida Cancer Specialists open $16 million facility in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
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