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Barbara P. Arau
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 26, 2013
Obituary: Barbara P. Arau

Barbara P. Arau, 83, died June 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
"A Hijacking" is in theaters now.
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • July 14, 2013
FILM REVIEW: 'A Hijacking'

The new film, 'A Hijacking,' presents a disturbing commentary about bottom lines.

  • Arts + Culture
Lobster Pot is family owned and located in the heart of the Siesta Key village, featuring a friendly, intimate New England style dining experience with fresh local seafood and produce.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2014
IN THE KITCHEN WITH: Lobster Pot

This week we went in the kitchen at Lobster Pot with owners Glen, Tony and Mark Medeiros along with chef Eder Ocana as he prepares lobster Milano. Get the recipe and watch an instructional video in this week's 'In the Kitchen.'

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Members of Gardeners Out East executive board — Brenda Morris, Trevor Cramer, Carol Edwards, Mary Auger, Eileen Amesbury and Carolyn Lowry-Nation. Photo by Amanda Sebastiano
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • August 27, 2014
New garden club group sprouts in East County

More green thumbs are joining the garden club scene in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
  • News
Susie Chinn, right, has been involved with Sarasota in Defense of Animals for the last seven years. She and volunteer Pam Driggs, left, enjoy spending time at the organization's 10-acre shelter, where they care for more than 300 rescued animals.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • June 25, 2014
The Good News: Susie Chinn

For the last 25 years, nonprofit organization Sarasota in Defense of Animals has provided rescued animals with a permanent home.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kathryn Parks |
  • April 28, 2014
Five reasons to see 'My One and Only' at the Manatee Performing Arts Center

Five reasons to see 'My One and Only' at the Manatee Performing Arts Center

  • Arts + Culture
Capt. Nick Froelich shows off the 692-pound shark's giant set of jaws. Photo by Robin Hartill
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 30, 2014
12-year-old tourists catch 692-pound mako shark

Tony Musca, Ryan Roberts and Sam Von Duhn have quite the shark tale.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A health care trust fund that provided about $9 million annually for medical and mental care to people in need will be depleted in 2016, county officials say, prompting the need for a long-term plan.
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 6, 2014
Commission delays initiating health care study

The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to seek community input before approving the launch of a yearlong health care study that would provide the basis for a formal healthcare plan in the county.

  • East County
  • News
Commissioners agreed to hire special legal counsel relating to the Colony Beach & Tennis Resort public nuisance hearings last night at Town Hall.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 6, 2014
Commission makes board changes

The Longboat Key Town Commission approved an interlocal agreement last night between the town and the West Coast Inland Navigation District for a sand project that places sand from a site near Longboat Pass on the north end of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A request form and a proposal were submitted April 24, to bring a Wawa convenience store and gas station to University Parkway and Honor Avenue.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • May 7, 2014
Landowner submits plans for Wawa gas station/store

Drivers traveling on University Parkway near Honore Avenue may have a new gas station to frequent - one that has earned a reputation for its food and beverage options.

  • East County
  • News
Diane Maddaleno has been coming to the Meals on Wheels Plus Daybreak Adult Day Services for five years. Pictured with Chief Development Officer Kristen Theisen, Maddaleno says she enjoys the variety of activities and discussions the organization offers.
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • May 7, 2014
The Good News: Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee

Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee strives to improve the lives of seniors in the area through both traditional meal delivery programs and supportive care-giving services.

  • Siesta Key
  • Neighbors
USF Hospitality and Technology Dean Cihan Cobanoglu and Key Club General Manager Jeff Mayers announce the Key Club becoming the university's new teaching hotel. Photo by Caleb Motsinger
  • By Caleb Motsinger |
  • September 10, 2014
Key Club announces partnership with USF Sarasota-Manatee

The Resort at Longboat Key Club and the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee have joined forces, with the Key Club becoming the school's teaching hotel for the College of Hospitality and Technology Leadership.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • September 28, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'The Skeleton Twins'

"The Skeleton Twins" is a brutally honest (and funny) film about two people whose lives have gone so wrong.

  • Arts + Culture
Photo courtesy of Michael Saunders and Co.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 1, 2014
News Briefs

Longboat home sells for $3.45 million; Town, Sarasota County commissioners to meet; ZBA to hear setback petition

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • April 6, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Le Week-End'

'Le Week-End' is simply a film about love and the commitments people make on its behalf.

  • Arts + Culture
Quarterback Reese Vita broke Cardinal Mooney’s passing record in the first quarter of Friday’s game against St. Pete Catholic. Photo by Jen Blanco
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 15, 2014
Reese breaks passing mark

Quarterback Reese Vita broke Cardinal Mooney's all-time record of 3,375 passing yards, set by Jamie Burke in 2001, Oct. 10.

  • East County
  • Sports
Courtesy photo
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 22, 2014
News Briefs

Key resident sells Seafood Shack properties; Town to transition to single-stream recycling

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 7, 2014
News Briefs

Commission makes changes to some boards; Police report string of bicycle thefts on the Key; Longboat Key Club begins golf course renovations

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Pat Kaufman (courtesy photo)
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • January 7, 2014
Artist Pat Kaufman exhibits her colorful career

Pat Kaufman's work will be on display from Jan. 7 through Feb. 4, at Plymouth Harbor. There's an opening reception from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7.

  • Arts + Culture
Joaquin Phoenix stars in "Her."
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • January 11, 2014
FILM REVIEW: 'Her'

Director Spike Jonze's new film, 'Her,' is sweetly creepy.

  • Arts + Culture
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