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A sandbar near Jewfish Key has become a popular spot for boaters,  particularly during weekends. Courtesy photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 1, 2015
Jewfish boat noise pollution irks residents

A popular sandbar for boaters who frequently play loud music has residents sounding off against noise pollution.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
For more than 40 years, the pipe has been located in an agricultural area that could be developed in 2016. Courtesy photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 1, 2015
Commission pumps Bullock for pipleline information

What’s the state of the wastewater pipeline? Commissioners want to know before they flush $16 million into replacing it.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Traffic on and off the barrier islands is part of the FDOT study, including how it flows back and forth from the mainland.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • December 4, 2017
FDOT's proposals to slice through barrier island traffic on display Tuesday

Longboat workshop offers the opportunity to see progress, ask questions

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 27, 2014
Sarasota gears up for Super Boat Grand Prix

Sarasota gears up for Super Boat Grand Prix

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 22, 2012
Our View: Get it done

You can pretty much guess that all of the parties involved in the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort's legal spaghetti ball took a look at their calendars last week and realized: Time really is running out.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Center fielder Zack Larson was drafted by the Minnesota Twins with the 610th overall pick in the Major League Baseball First Year Player Draft June 6.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • June 13, 2012
Minnesota Twins drafts Mustangs center fielder

The Twins drafted Lakewood Ranch High graduate Zack Larson with the 610th overall pick in the 20th round of the Major League Baseball First Year Player Draft Wednesday, June 6.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • January 9, 2013
News Briefs

School District to open enrollment period; Stoneybrook Rec Center has new hours; Retirement home names new public relations director; SCFCS holds fall 2013 information sessions

  • East County
  • News
New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg at the dedication for new Magen David Adom Station in Jerusalem. Courtesy photo.
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • December 14, 2011
Black Tie & Tales

More than the Israeli Red Cross; Almost perfect; Spread the love ...

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 25, 2015
Sign points to PSA

Seventh-graders at R. Dan Nolan Middle School put conviction to action Monday, as they installed a sign at Lakewood Ranch High School.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Andy Adams controls 75 of the condo units at the former Colony.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • November 16, 2016
Adams says ‘no’ to Colony proposal ... for now

Majority unit owner Andy Adams has voted against an Orlando developer’s plan to redevelop the Longboat Key resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The Paradise Shores home at 1503 Blue Heron Drive recently sold for $2.8 million. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,518 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • December 6, 2018
Paradise Shores home sells for $2.8 million

Residential real estate transactions for Nov. 19-23.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
Beth Bond has lived in Tara Preserve for 12 years.
  • By Jessica Salmond |
  • October 27, 2015
Beth Bond resigns from Tara Preserve CDD

She has served on the board for five years.

  • East County
  • News
Sol Meyer New York Delicatessen will feature local produce and authentic corned beef, pastrami and other Jewish delicacies imported from New York City.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • October 20, 2015
Sol Meyer New York Deli to open on Main Street

Chef and owner Solomon Shenker's Jewish deli will replace the pizza restaurant Flatbreads and add a dash of New York City-style cuisine to the downtown restaurant community.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Elisabeth Waters of Sarasota says routine exercise is "something you do, and you're proud that you're doing it and you still can do it."
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • December 3, 2017
Elisabeth Waters remains a picture of health

When it comes to self improvement, consistency outweighs intent.

  • Health
The city installed signs in mid-August that warned motorists to park in designated spaces.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 10, 2012
Parking concerns rise on Circle

St. Armands merchants are concerned that parking citations will interfere with business as season quickly approaches.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Renovations at Marina Jack include a new patio bar and service station, and a new commercial kitchen to service that area.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 11, 2014
Marina Jack to get new look

Halfacre Construction Co. has been chosen to oversee a renovation project at Marina Jack.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By David Conway |
  • August 8, 2013
Commissioners discuss new development

After City Commissioner Paul Caragiulo criticized the commission for its lack of focus on investment, other officials spoke about the city's approach to development and how they work with one another.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • September 16, 2009
Aerobic Grandma

Summer goals pump up motivation

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Aerial photographs better show prospective buyers the plaza' s location and proximity to other Lakewood Ranch amenities and residences,  said Helen Frudakis, listing agent for San Marco Plaza' s anchor space. Courtesy image.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 29, 2017
Lakewood Ranch plaza potential unfulfilled

A new broker says interest is high in San Marco's anchor unit, but there are still no offers.

  • East County
  • News
Historical Society of Sarasota Vice President Marsha Fottler, Board members Bill Kleber, Ron McCarty and Virginia Hoffman, Treasurer Greg Dickinson, board member Deborah Bowers, President Howard Rosenthal and Director Lynn Harding.
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • May 2, 2015
Potluck picnic brings together Historical Society

The Historical Society of Sarasota hosted its annual meeting and member potluck at the Bidwell-Wood House Saturday, May 1.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
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