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Darryl Hanna has been charged with two counts of first degree felony murder and one count of first degree felony armed robbery.
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • March 28, 2018
Longboat murder suspect files for incompetence ruling

Expert appointed to examine Hanna and report back to the court by April 13.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo Although Josh Hill has only been practicing Parkour for three years, he has established a group of 25 students who attend weekly classes at his East County gym, Sarasota Parkour Facility. Courtesy photo
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • April 22, 2015
Motorcycle crash grounds Parkour instructor

The discipline of Parkour emphasizes speed, but for instructor Josh Hill, the road to recovery after an accident won’t be quick.

  • East County
  • News
In August, DeMarcay developer Greg Kveton said he was confident his group would be able to obtain a building permit for the project.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2015
City issues building permit for DeMarcay project

On the last day before a 2006 site plan was set to expire, the city has issued a permit for a Palm Avenue high-rise development on the site of two historic buildings.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Director of Development Todd Mathes showed attendees of Siesta Key Association’s June 2 meeting renderings of the future Siesta Promenade development.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • June 9, 2016
Traffic worries create bumpy road for Siesta Promenade

Would the addition of 600 residential units equal traffic trouble for the Stickney Point Road property?

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 16, 2011
Classic Cops of the Day

Enjoy a classic Cops Corner entry from the East County Observer archives.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 12, 2010
Town prepares for beach project

The town is attempting to permit an emergency beach project that would bring 200,000 cubic yards of sand to the north end this summer and eliminate the need for four breakwaters.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Earlier this year, crowds filled Main Street and other nearby streets for Thunder by the Bay. The event has been held downtown for nearly two decades — despite objections from some residents and merchants.
  • By David Conway |
  • October 15, 2015
Palm Avenue businesses protest Thunder by the Bay closures

Thunder By the Bay draws a crowd to downtown Sarasota, but it doesn't mean booming business for many merchants.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Roger Skidmore |
  • July 11, 2018
My View: Pedestrian overpasses are not the answer

Past studies show not that many people actually want to cross Tamiami Trail by foot. Build larger traffic islands, not bridges.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Eric Bair and David Chessler were part of an investment group that bought a Sarasota toy company this month.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 10, 2016
PGA golfer Greg Norman buys Sarasota toy company

An investment group led by Sarasota entrepreneurs David Chessler, Eric Baird and retired professional golfer Greg Norman has purchased Laser Pegs Ventures LLC.

  • Sarasota
  • News
At a press conference Monday, Sarasota Police Chief Bernadette DiPino announced the arrest of Anthony L. Snead, 66, and Andy M. Charlton, 38.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • May 6, 2013
Sarasota police arrest two men for running a marijuana operation

The arrest came after a six-month investigation conducted by narcotics unit detectives.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 20, 2013
Our Town: Summer flavors simmer online

You're in for a tasty treat this summer. Check out our online video series, "In the Kitchen," for an episode each, featuring a member restaurant of The Originals.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • November 13, 2015
Bones Matter

Build stronger bones and muscles to battle bone-density loss.

  • Health
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 11, 2015
East County Cops Corner 08.13.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
Jim Herrington’s Longboat Key kumquat tree was overflowing recently with abundance.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • November 16, 2011
EDIBLES: From tree to table: Kumquat and cranberry relish

Some folks grew up with the cranberry sauce that comes out of a can - after you remove both ends of it, that is, and slide the gelatinous mass onto a plate.

  • Arts + Culture
Allison Imre, the owner of Grapevine Communications, enjoys her role as a celebrity bartender as she serves Venice's Lynn Massaroni during "Bartending for a Cause" at the Polo Grill & Bar in Lakewood Ranch.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • February 10, 2018
Important tips lead to a good cause in Lakewood Ranch

Guest bartenders at Polo Grill & Bar advise community to support The Food Bank of Manatee.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 6, 2013
How Will We Grow? Activity Centers

Manatee County planning officials are evaluating development in the community and how to ensure growth pays for the infrastructure improvements - water, sewer and other services - that come along with it.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Racers get ready to take off at the 13.6 – mile race.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • April 8, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY : CaliFlorida Longboarda Cruza Palooza

CaliFlorida Surf - Skate Shop hosted Longboarda Cruza Palooza Sunday, April 7 to get long board skaters out and just to have fun. More than 100 skaters registered for the 13.2, 2.6 and 4.4-mile races. Children raced the 2.6-mile race and both amateurs and pros raced the 13.2 and 4.4-mile race. Racers ages eight to 55 participated in races around the island. 'This is what we do,' said owner Blake Parsons.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • February 27, 2014
Blast from the past

Ashton Elementary School students brought history to life when they dressed up as historical figures and their personal heroes for the school's inaugural Morning at the Museum Thursday, Feb. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
East County businessman Mac Carraway says the committee came to the "inescapable conclusion" that funding is needed to take care of the county's growing infrastructure needs.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 4, 2016
Advisory board says half-cent sales tax is best solution

Committee unanimously recommends a sales tax to fund county's infrastructure needs.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Katie Johns |
  • December 20, 2017
Longboaters top Santa's nice list

Longboat Key organizations and churches donated a lot to local charities this holiday season. Here, we mention some of those efforts.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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