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  • By Sandy Gilbert |
  • June 10, 2009
My View: Roundabouts are wrong bayfront solution

One size does not fit all when it comes to roundabouts - especially at Gulfstream Avenue and U.S. 41, in Sarasota. Besides, in 2003, FDOT recommended better signalization.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 24, 2012
News Briefs

Jaleski qualifies for commission seat; Longboater reappointed by Governor Scott; Longboat not listed on Conde Nast awards; Progress report

  • Longboat Key
  • News
When the Palm Avenue parking garage opens in December, 18 surveillance cameras will keep watch over the people parking their cars inside.
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 28, 2010
Surveillance cameras will be watching

From Newtown, to downtown, to Payne Park, the city is planning a network of security cameras designed to keep people safe and help fight crime.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Corey and Bonnie Keyworth are one big, happy family with their four children, Michael, Malachi, Dominick and Kaitlynn.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 2, 2015
East County family does double take

Just 13 months after having fraternal twins, Bonnie and Corey Keyworth now have their second set.

  • East County
  • News
Vicky Cawte and her mother, Deirdre, will co-host weekly Irish dancing classes at San Marco Plaza.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • October 7, 2015
San Marco Plaza to offer Irish Dance in Lakewood Ranch

Deirdre and Victoria Cawte are offering Irish Dance classes starting Oct. 10 in East County.

  • East County
  • News
Dr. Arthur Ancowitz
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • March 30, 2011
Dr. Ancowitz shares cardiology insights

A few months ago, this column featured a piece by Dr. Arthur Ancowitz, that dealt with heart attack and stroke with a focus on prevention. This month, Ancowitz answers questions on the topic.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The new building, a project that began in June, will be occupied in November.
  • By Berkley Mason |
  • October 3, 2016
Bashaw Elementary improvements reach new stage

A $14.7 million upgrade has administrators and teachers excited about the future.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 20, 2012
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • February 17, 2016
Town taxes will go up

Beach renourishment: $17 million. Underground utility lines: maybe $49 million. And now this: As much as $3.5 million for a new fire station. It’s the price for paradise.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • March 29, 2012
Joint concert raises funds for the needy

The Riverview Kiltie Band and Green Band held a joint concert Tuesday, March 27, at the Riverview Performing Arts Center.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • September 6, 2012
Beach project price tag reviewed

The cost estimates for the Siesta Key beach improvements have more than tripled over the past four years. Stakeholders want to get the project to a feasible price.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Richard Arvid Hassel
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 31, 2012
Obituary: Richard Arvid Hassel

Richard Arvid Hassel, of Longboat Key, died Oct. 21. He was 76 years old.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 27, 2010
Film Review: 'Hereafter'

"Hereafter" is an intelligent foray into the unknown, piquing our innermost thoughts to ponder the beyond.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 10, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 11

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • Things To Do
Courtesy rendering The estimated $22 million bridge will connect Fort Hamer and Upper Manatee River roads.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 9, 2014
Fort Hamer Bridge satisfies NEPA permit requirements

With permits issued, Manatee County soon can begin designing the Fort Hamer Bridge project.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 18, 2014
Sidelines

Manatee Cal Ripken 9U All-Stars; ODA wins sportsmanship award

  • East County
  • Sports
The Lakewood Ranch Good Earth location opened in September 2009.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • April 28, 2011
Good Earth closing on Ranch Main

The space occupied by Good Earth on Lakewood Ranch Main Street will close and be converted into several smaller spaces for businesses.

  • East County
  • News
Officials cut the ceremonial ribbon just before 10 a.m.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 16, 2014
Mall at UTC opens

Taubman Centers and Benderson Development today welcomed the public for the 10 a.m. opening of The Mall at University Town Center.

  • East County
  • News
Trey Austin-McGhee, Page Bobzin, Alexis Cordero and Shelby Delgado. Courtesy photo.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 27, 2012
Blowin' in the wind

Brookside Middle School students recently designed and built miniature windmills as part of their engineering technology class.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 16, 2009
Lakewood Ranch CDDs approve budgets

Lakewood Ranch Community Development Districts 1, 2 and 5 all approved decreases. CDD 4 approved a 3% increase.

  • East County
  • News
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