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During World War II, Joe Nocco and his unit landed in Italy on D-Day. Top: Nocco enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1942, after being declined by both the Air Force and the Army. Courtesy photos.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 23, 2012
In Memory: American to the core

East County resident and Word War II veteran Joe Nocco, 94, died May 2.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 15, 2009
Businesses see red over greenspace

A new Brazilian restaurant struggles to create 110 square feet of outdoor dining space after a strict interpretation of the city's greenspace policy defeated those plans.

  • Sarasota
  • News
File photo St. Armands leaders look forward to an ordinance regulating seasonal events in the heart of the Circle, which they say add congestion without offering any benefits to Circle stakeholders.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 14, 2014
St. Armands businesses await events ordinance

Stakeholders on St. Armands Circle say April's St. Armands Fine Art Festival reinforced the need for a seasonal restriction on special events in the area.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Kenny Barr. File photo
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • May 14, 2014
Barr dished out friendship, community support

Longtime restaurateur Kenny Barr died May 8. He was 73.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ann Roth with Ringling College President Larry Thompson. Heidi Kurpiela.
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • November 9, 2011
Scene & Heard

Oscar winning costume designer visits RCAD; Jill Sobule on board for Asolo Rep's 'Yentl;' Beneva Fruitville moves up in the world

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 28, 2009
Armed suspects rob Ranch Chevron

The suspects entered the gas station at 14315 S.R. 70 E. and held the clerk at gunpoint. They stole $50 from the cash register and cigarettes.

  • East County
  • News
CUTLINE: Even after running 26.1 miles in the New York City Marathon, Jamey Murphy and Jodi Mailman had enough strength to hold up a copy of their favorite newspaper, the East County Observer.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • November 16, 2011
FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT: Jamey Murphy

Jamey Murphy and his wife, Jodi Mailman, co-own Create Your Own - A Confectionary Boutique. To celebrate Murphy's 50th birthday, the two completed the New York City Marathon. Read more about him in our candid Q&A.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 3, 2016
Country Club home sells for $1.68 million

Residential real estate transactions for June 17 to June 24

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 21, 2010
Our View

White sand is economic

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Courtesy rendering The estimated $22 million bridge will connect Fort Hamer and Upper Manatee River roads.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 9, 2014
Fort Hamer Bridge satisfies NEPA permit requirements

With permits issued, Manatee County soon can begin designing the Fort Hamer Bridge project.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Mallory Gnaegy |
  • July 9, 2014
Homage to the Polaroid

Two young artists collaborate on a 8-foot-by-8-foot installation at Art Center Sarasota. Their intent? To wow you.

  • Arts + Culture
The Laurel Park Overlay District allows for more neighborhood input.
  • By David Conway |
  • December 28, 2013
Year in Review: July 2013, Neighbors gain oversight

After a year of discussion, the City Commission approves the Laurel Park Overlay District. The district requires public hearings before the approval of nearby large developments.

  • Sarasota
  • News
New College staff and students celebrate the official ribbon cutting of the New College Public Archaeology Laboratory.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • October 22, 2010
New College celebrates 50th anniversary

New College of Florida celebrated its 50th anniversary, along with the official ribbon cutting of the Public Archaeology Lab Friday, Oct. 22. The anniversary ceremony was held on Founders' Circle and included speeches from several dignitaries.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Southgate Village Shops, on Siesta Drive, is home to nine retail spaces. Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • November 1, 2012
Southgate renovation is nearly complete

After 100 days of construction work, Southgate Village Shop's renovation is nearly complete.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 22, 2013
Our View: Tax plan needs more vetting

On June 18, Manatee County voters will vote on two questions that are loaded with big tax consequences.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Roy |
  • July 21, 2011
County hires embattled search firm

Sarasota County will enter into a contract with a management-recruitment company, in spite of concerns that have been raised about that company's effectiveness.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • October 22, 2009
Two to challenge Nora Patterson

A Republican and Democrat hope to unseat Patterson who has represented County Commission District Four since 1998.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Lawrence and Rachel Zweibel, of Smithtown, N.Y., sold their Unit 9 condominium at 1549 Oak St. to Jie and Tracey Li, of Gatlinburg, Tenn., for $1,162,500.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 28, 2016
Southbay Yacht home sells for $1.5 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between April 11 and April 15.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • October 1, 2015
Sanderling Club properties sell for $6.25 million

The following residential real estate transactions took place between September 14 and September 18.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
This home at 116 Osprey Point Drive, in The Oaks, sold for $2.2 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • March 3, 2011
A home in The Oaks sells for $2.2 million

A home in The Oaks tops all real-estate transactions from Jan. 31 to Feb. 4.

  • Sarasota
  • Real Estate
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