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  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 8, 2016
Town approves firefighter contract

The agreement limits firefighter pension contributions and reinstates step wage increases.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • September 20, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 21

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
The Green will be home to LA Fitness, Earth Fare, Starbucks and other businesses. Courtesy rendering.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • October 3, 2018
More restaurants coming to The Green

Tavistock's Lakewood Ranch development continues to fill up.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • September 12, 2017
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Episode 7 Recap

This week Alex makes a real move on Kelsey, Chloe stands up to Alex and Madisson's mom hosts a trainwreck of a barbecue.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Started in 1991, Dance - The Next Generation provides an outlet for local students at risk of dropping out to learn ballet and dance between the ages of 8 and 18.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • October 6, 2015
Sarasota Ballet partners with All Faiths Food Bank

The food bank will be providing nutrition to approximately 200 students in the ballet's at-risk youth program, Dance - The Next Generation (DNG) at no cost to the student or the ballet.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By David Conway |
  • October 22, 2014
St. Armands sees new events regulations

A discussion of events in St. Armands Circle Park nears its end as the City Commission establishes new rules for the area.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"He's a joy to be around," says Asolo Rep Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards of director Peter Amster, above. "He's fun and bright and inspires confidence in the actors."
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • February 29, 2012
Peter Amster: Prim and improper

Peter Amster might be a Yankee in Noel Coward's court, but his attention to nuance and spontaneity has made him the go-to director of high British comedies. His silly streak continues with this month's 'Fallen Angels' at the Asolo Rep.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 16, 2009
Manatee announces H1N1 vaccination schedule

Manatee County Public Schools and the Manatee County Health Department will continue H1N1 vaccinations through the end of the year.

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • April 8, 2017
St. Martha Catholic School gets cookin'

St. Martha Catholic School hosted its sixth annual Cajun Crawfish and Seafood Festival on April 9.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key Town Manager David Bullock has crafted a $15.7 million budget for fiscal year 2016-17.
  • By Terry O’Connor |
  • August 26, 2016
$15.7M budget proposal cuts property tax rate in Longboat Key

Costly pensions, projects complicate financial future

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Spencer Mauk.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • December 12, 2018
East County Athlete of the Week: 12.13.18

East County Athlete of the Week: 12.13.18

  • East County
  • Sports
The Miss Manatee Softball 10U Observer team has a 1-1 record through the first two games of the fall season.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • October 12, 2011
Observer team in full swing

The Miss Manatee Softball 10U Observer team opened its fall season Oct. 1.

  • East County
  • Sports
This home at 1560 Harbor Cay Lane sold for $4,625,000.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 16, 2017
Bay Isles home sells for $4,625,000

Real estate transaction for Feb. 27-March 3

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
The $106,000 grant bolsters Sarasota Bay Watch's clam restoration efforts. File photos.
  • By Sten Spinella |
  • August 15, 2019
Sarasota Bay Watch garners its most lucrative grant

The $106,000 will support the group's clam restoration work.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
County commissioners are faced with tough decisions as they look to cut $11 million from the next fiscal year.
  • By Cassidy Alexander |
  • January 3, 2018
Issue to watch 2018: Budget

Although this year's budget is taken care of, commissioners are now identifying places to cut $11 million from next year's budget.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • March 8, 2017
Jewish Film Festival highlights the Jewish experience

The 2017 Sarasota Jewish Film Festival opens March 12.

  • Arts + Culture
James Mumford wires coach Bob Berry's audio system before they take the water.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 14, 2020
Remote Coxswain leads to success for blind rowers in Sarasota

Bob Berry develops his Remote Coxswain system at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Rodger Skidmore |
  • September 20, 2012
My View: Is she Grace? Is she Franklyn? DMV says neither

Is your name John, but all your friends call you Jack? Tough.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Tickets can be purchased at the gate. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children ages 6 through 12, and free for children ages 5 and younger. File photo
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • January 25, 2013
WEEKEND BEST BEST: Sarasota Native American Indian Festival

Learn about the traditions and culture of the Native American people this weekend at the fourth annual Sarasota Indian Festival.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Cate McLean |
  • March 15, 2013
Fiona Farrell -- the face of Ireland for Gecko's Grill and Pub (plus drink recipes!)

Fiona Farrell -- the face of Ireland for Gecko's Grill and Pub (plus drink recipes!)

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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