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A patron walks out of the Frank G. Berlin, Sr. branch, one of the two branches closing. Whitney Elfstrom
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • July 23, 2019
Sarasota YMCA to close fitness branches

The Evalyn Sadlier Jones branch and the Frank G. Berlin, Sr. branch will close Sept. 13.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Rep. Doug Holder, Frank Patti and Bill Aubuchon
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • April 17, 2015
Sarasota Republican Club hosts Buchanan

The Sarasota Republican Club hosted the monthly dinner meeting featuring guest speaker Rep. Vern Buchanan on Thursday evening at Marina Jack's Restaurant.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Hostess Elizabeth Moore and Michael Donald Edwards
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • December 10, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre opens up "The Crucible"

Starry Night Dinner 2 was hosted Dec. 10 at the home of Elizabeth Moore.

  • Black Tie
Ed Furtado.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 17, 2021
East County Athlete of the Week: Ed Furtado

The golfer talks hole-in-ones and his origins in the sport.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jordan Clark puts up a shot against Riverview.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • March 2, 2017
Booker basketball turns the page on unexpected season

The Tornadoes' storybook year ended last week, but the program's future is bright.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Colony Beach & Tennis Resort President Jay Yablon said he welcomes any project that satisfies both the financial needs of unit owners and can get approval from the town.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 22, 2015
Owners weigh plans for Colony’s future

Two developers continue to try to persuade Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owners to pick their project. But one concept faces potential hurdles with the property’s tourism use.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • 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 Jen Blanco |
  • July 22, 2009
District Delight

The Manatee East Little League 10- and-11-year-old All-Stars won their first district championship with an 8-5 victory over Braden River in game two of the best-of-three championship series July 16.

  • East County
  • Sports
Commissioners hope to address the three main complaints of short-term rentals: noise, garbage and parking.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • April 1, 2021
Commissioners hope to tweak short term rental rules

Commissioners aim to update its 2011 ordinance to better fit the current short term rental climate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
file photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 9, 2014
News Briefs

Former Hilton closes, prepares for renovations; Marine patrol officers rescue woman from bay

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Adam Feliciano played a guessing game.
  • By Harry Sayer |
  • February 21, 2021
Temple Sinai throws drive-through costume parade for Purim

Families dressed up and played games on Feb. 21.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 16, 2013
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
Larry Grossman is running for the District 4 seat on the Town Commission.
  • By John McGuire |
  • February 22, 2017
Longboat Key Town Commission candidate profile: Larry Grossman, District 4

Candidate Larry Grossman outlines his priorities and preferences in a Q & A with the Longboat Observer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
An Out-of-Door Academy base runner races to first base. Photos Courtesy of Tom Hubbard.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • March 13, 2013
Cougars tame Thunder

The Cardinal Mooney High baseball team defeated rival ODA 5-1 in Class 3A-District 10 action March 5.

  • East County
  • Sports
Alexandra Arrieche conducted Sarasota Orchestra in its final Great Escapes concert of the season, "Dance, Dance, Dance," May 1-4. Courtesy photo
  • By Edward Alley |
  • May 6, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra dances through final Great Escapes concert of the season

Alexandra Arrieche conducted this entertaining concert, which had its peaks and valleys, but still made for an enjoyable evening.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Matthew McConaughey stars in "Dallas Buyers Club."
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • November 24, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'Dallas Buyers Club'

The new film, 'Dallas Buyers Club,' not only showcases two phenomenal performances, it also exposes the government playing dirty politics with pharmaceutical companies.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Roy |
  • March 4, 2010
Transients set up camp in warehouse

Unbeknownst to the property owner, a group of transients had furnished an empty warehouse and were living in it. After one resident's complaint, the cleanup has begun.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bulldozers have begun clearing land immediately west of Grand Harbour Parkway and north of State Road 64. Equipment is using existing stub-outs in the road to access the property.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 14, 2018
Possible Costco shows the impact of development

The new store adjacent to Heritage Harbour could change traffic, aesthetics.

  • East County
  • News
Isaac Perkinson, 7, is raising money for the Pin Cancer Nationals in honor of his mother, Christin Perkinson. Photo courtesy Christin Perkinson.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • June 21, 2021
Prose and Kohn: Lakewood Ranch wrestler working to Pin Cancer

Isaac Perkinson, 7, is raising money to fight cancer in his mother's name.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 29, 2010
New Town Hall hours start Oct. 1

The facility now will be open five days a week, with limited hours on Fridays. Security also will be on site for after-hour activities.

  • East County
  • News
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