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Photo courtesy Miami New Times
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • October 22, 2018
Robert Redford charms as a cunning criminal in 'The Old Man and the Gun'

The amazing chemistry between Redford and Sissy Spacek gives a tender side to this wildly entertaining crime story.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 29, 2014
Drive time

East County-based Nate's Honor Animal Rescue seeks donations of new and used golf carts, which the organization will use to transport supplies and animals around its eight-acre no-kill ranch shelter, off Lorraine Road.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 25, 2020
Sarasota Charter Review Board District 4: Wilson Pava

Meet the candidate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tom and Elaine Dabney drove from Longboat Key to Deltona so Tom could receive his first-round shot of the COVID-19 vaccine.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • February 2, 2021
Longboat couple takes 10-hour road trip for vaccine

Over the weekend, the couple drove three hours to Deltona to receive the COVID-19.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Samantha Chaney |
  • January 15, 2019
Sarasota deputies exemplify teamwork, dedication in K9 competition

Two Sarasota deputies earned first place awards in the Gulf Coast Police K9 Competition with their K9s companions earlier this month.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 4, 2022
The Paradise Center hosts FitFest on Longboat Key

Attendees could try bite-sized bits of seven different exercise classes.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
At least 22 breakfast dishes are now available at The Old Salty Dog, including Maine lobster Benedict. Terry O'Connor
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • December 2, 2016
Breakfast now served at The Old Salty Dog on Longboat Key

Managers Josh Shear, an 18-year veteran from Lakewood Ranch, and Amy Blair, a 26-year vet from Sarasota, said the breakfast idea has been on the back burner for a long time.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 7, 2012
Commission warns Colony parties

Commissioners warned the interests of the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort that they could lose grandfathered units if they don't reach a resolution.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kat Wingert |
  • February 22, 2019
You don’t look a day over 24

Lakewood Ranch celebrates its silver anniversary

  • LWR Life
Write-On Sarasota owner Eileen Wallace says the level of communication between neighboring businesses is higher than it's ever been in her eight years on First Street.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 5, 2016
First Street merchants band together to forge identity

What's on First? The answer may elude most Sarasota shoppers, but businesses on First Street hope a joint branding campaign can raise awareness of the mini-district.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lakewood Ranch's Amelia Lyons gained confidence by attending group exercise classes at the Lakewood Ranch YMCA. She loves them so much — and wants to help others achieve their goals — that she became a YMCA fitness instructor.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 1, 2017
Right expectations, right goals create recipe for success

East County residents share their tips for ways to achieve a healthy life.

  • Health
Bartender Anthony Rizzo of Duval's Restaurant say's he won't divulge the secret drink he's concocting using his skills as a mixologist. Mum's the word until Oct. 15.
  • By Andréa Martone |
  • October 7, 2021
Cocktail competition has restaurants in high spirits

Area mixologists will faceoff during the Set the Bar competition Oct. 15 at Ed Smith Stadium.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 17, 2012
News Briefs

Rodeo to benefit cancer research; Manatee Animal Services extends hours; Boutique starts head-wrap exchange

  • East County
  • News
Lanto Griffin is fourth in the FedEx Cup standings. Photo courtesy of PGA Tour Media.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • February 5, 2020
From the Suncoast Classic to stardom

These five current PGA Tour contenders played in the inaugural LECOM Suncoast Classic.

  • East County
  • Sports
Tahiti Park residents are worried about damage to the neighborhood tree canopy, but the city’s Tree Advisory Committee doesn’t know if issues there apply to the rest of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • March 29, 2018
Tree committee dissects canopy road proposal

An advisory board is trying to balance protection for tree-lined streets with a desire to give more flexibility to private property owners.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Debbie Dean, Laura Shapard, Penny Thomas, Patti Curtin, Cheri Starn, Betsy Winder, Karen Nejdawi and Julie McGue are headed to Orlando to participate in the USTA’s 55 and Older Sectional Championships.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • October 15, 2020
Longboat Key women to play in USTA tournament in Orlando

The USTA’s 55 and Older Sectional Championships is scheduled from Oct. 24-26 in Orlando.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sarasota running back JaQuan Johnson and his Sailors teammates will participate in the 1st annual Pre-Season Sarasota County High School Football Team Showcase, at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10., at the Robert Taylor Complex.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • August 4, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out this week's top Sarasota area sporting events.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Whitney Elfstrom |
  • June 17, 2019
Kids learn about marine life at ocean-themed camps

Around 900 kids will attend summer camps at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium this summer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 19, 2016
St. Mary gets in the holiday spirit

St. Mary, Star of the Sea, Catholic Church hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 19.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kayleigh Omang |
  • April 14, 2018
La Musica turns musicians into chefs

Musical Chefs Interactive Dinner was hosted April 14 at Michael's Wine Cellar.

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