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North end residents say excessive alcohol consumption and littering are growing problems on Greer Island. (Photo provided by Maureen Merrigan)
  • By John McGuire |
  • June 2, 2017
Memorial Day brings influx of police activity to Longboat north end

Longboat police issued 51 parking tickets and made 11 alcohol-related arrests.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Concerns about hurricane evacuation routes are near the top of Longboat Key's priorities for the Sarasota-Manatee legislative delegation to bring to Tallahassee for the 2019 session.
  • By Suzanne Elliott |
  • December 2, 2018
Evacuation and water quality top Longboat's legislative priorities

Longboat also supports state funding for beach nourishment

  • Longboat Key
  • News
East Manatee Fire Rescue’s Shawn Battick, an engineer, moves a 165-pound life-size mannequin, after completing a rigorous course.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 14, 2012
Responding to the challenge

Local first responders and students in related academies at MTI participated in the First Responders Challenge Nov. 10.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 1, 2010
STORE AROUND THE CORNER: John Dough Bakery & Cafe

John Dough Bakery & Cafe opened in its new location June 5 in the Shoppes at University Centre.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 3, 2014
Cops Corner: Sarasota

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
Sarasota County Administrator Randall Reid addresses commissioners Jan. 30, about new transportation alternatives. Alex Mahadevan.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • January 31, 2013
SCAT pitches strategic plan

County commissioners call for more efficiency from Sarasota County Area Transit but approve the Siesta Key trolley project.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Zak Edwards, Lauren Blackman, Taprena Michelle Augustine, Peter Gosik and Carey Anderson.
  • By Paula Atwell |
  • June 4, 2013
Theater Review: 'The World Goes 'Round'

Florida Studio Theatre's newest production is an enjoyable and witty little musical revue featuring the songs of John Kander (music) and Fred Ebb (lyrics).

  • Arts + Culture
Winners Cathy and Larry Duguay recently celebrated Cathy’s 60th birthday by traveling to Greece and Turkey with their family. They took a moment to catch up with the East County Observer in Istanbul before the Blue Mosque’s nightly light show.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • November 9, 2016
It's Read Everywhere brings Observer around the world

Observer readers didn't forget to pack an Observer paper when jet setting around the world.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • June 16, 2015
Dredge opponents decry seagrass impact

Save Our Siesta Sand 2 has called attention to the potential disruption of up to five acres of seagrass beds as part of the Lido Beach renourishment project.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • May 7, 2014
FDOT continues push for interstate funding

Officials expect leftover money from other projects to fund interchange improvements for I-75 and University Parkway.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Bret Hauff |
  • May 17, 2018
St. Regis appeal struck by court

The 12th Judicial Court struck Blake Fleetwood's appeal of the town of Longboat Key's decision to approve the St. Regis project at the site of the former Colony Beach and Tennis Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Customers peruse the jewelry section at last year's Royal Rummage Sale.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • February 27, 2019
St. Mary Catholic gets ready to rummage

The annual sale will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on Friday, March 1 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 2.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • February 12, 2020
Scallopalooza sold out

Despite a larger venue for 2020, the Sarasota Bay Watch event has sold out.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Courtesy photo
  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 3, 2019
Swinging success

The Longboat Key Club 3.4 Tricities Continental Team are division champions.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lido Pool, located at 400 Benjamin Franklin Drive, is temporarily closed for repairs.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 24, 2017
Lido Pool remains closed following lightning strike

The pool is likely to remain closed for at least the rest of the week as the city works to repair the damage.

  • Sarasota
  • News
As crews complete construction of an 18-story condo at 624 S. Palm Ave., another developer is planning to build another high-rise next door.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 25, 2018
Downtown high-rises remain in demand

Another 18-story luxury condominium is coming to the bayfront, a sign of continued interest in high-end downtown residences.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Angela Wester adopted Pepper from the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch one month ago.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • February 8, 2020
Valentine's in the Vines supports the Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch

Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch hosts wine fundraiser at Bradenton winery, Rosa Fiorelli Winery.

  • East County
  • News
Jerry Springer, right, poses with Graeme Malloch at the St. Armands Key Residents Association annual dinner.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • March 9, 2011
5 things you didn't know about Jerry Springer

Jerry Springer spends much of his off-camera time in Bird Key, where he has lived for 15 years. Here are five things you didn't know about the legendary talk show host.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 23, 2010
LLSA Chamber Small Business of the Year Awards: Stephanie Dubsky Photography

Rookie Business -- Finalist

  • Longboat Key
  • News
"We don't think they've done them all, but we think they've done more than they did last night," Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer Dave Bristow  said. "They will be charged accordingly. We're working on all that."
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 27, 2013
Two arrested for East County vehicle burglaries

Fabian Dorene and Willebaldo Arias were arrested early this mornng.

  • East County
  • News
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