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  • By Observer Staff |
  • September 4, 2013
Cops Corner: East County

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 11, 2016
Who’s in it for you?

Marco Rubio and Carlos Beruff share similar political philosophies about the role of government. The choice is one of character. Beruff, we believe, will put taxpayers first.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 22, 2011
News Briefs

East County stuffs bus for Food Bank; County, school board agree on redistricting; District uploads new information system

  • East County
  • News
The Braden River softball team will compete in its first state semifinal since 2011 on May 6. (courtesy photo)
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • May 4, 2016
That's the ticket ...

Check out these top East County sporting events.

  • East County
  • Sports
Marnie Matarese
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • February 23, 2011
Matarese's gown is a perfect fit

Marnie Matarese attended the Kiwanis Foundation Valentine's Ball Feb. 12 in a stunning tulle-and-sequined gown.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By David Conway |
  • January 4, 2018
Cops Corner: Gifted clothes hangers spark argument

A weekly roundup of Sarasota's most interesting police reports.

  • Sarasota
  • Cops Corner
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • September 24, 2010
WEEKEND BEST BET: Progressive Dinner

East County residents can get a sample of cuisines worldwide at a special Progressive Dinner event on Lakewood Ranch Main Street tonight.

  • East County
  • News
Sauteed broccoli rabe, roasted potatoes and Rack of Veal Rees
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • March 16, 2011
Dennis Rees: 'Food Just Cooked'

This week's guest food editor Dennis Rees shares exclusive tip and recipe for Observer readers.

  • Arts + Culture
The Longboat Key Town Commission will hold its next special pension workshop 1 p.m., Monday, March 7, at Town Hall.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 22, 2011
Commission reschedules pension meeting

A special pension workshop originally scheduled for today will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, March 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 15, 2012
FULL STORY: Commissioners give high marks to town manager

David Bullock received mostly fours and fives on his first quarterly evaluation.

  • Longboat Key
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  • By Katie Johns |
  • April 1, 2017
Sarasota Memorial Hospital opens rehabilitation pavilion

On April 1, doctors, patients and health care system supporters gathered for the grand opening of the pavilion.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 29, 2012
Letters to the Editor

Quit the war drums; Plantings on GMD are not consistent

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • August 18, 2010
Mill Creek residents seek grant for pond improvement

Rita Cohen and Jim Hodgkinson are spearheading efforts to improve ponds in Phase 7 of the community.

  • East County
  • News
Sarasota County commissioners have approved plans for as many as 425 homesites on the former Sunrise Golf Club.
  • By Alex Mahadevan |
  • November 22, 2016
Sarasota County Commission approves 425-home development

Mattamy Homes aims build up to 425 homesites on and around the former golf course near the intersection of Clark Road and I-75.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Manatee County, which has been providing its residents with sandbags, also will open the Fort Hamer Bridge before its scheduled opening to help with traffic caused by the emergency situation.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • September 6, 2017
Hurricane Irma threat will open Fort Hamer Bridge early

Manatee County announces bridge opening to help with heavy traffic that will be associated with Hurricane Irma.

  • East County
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  • By Terry Gans |
  • October 27, 2010
My View: Amendment 4 subverts a process that works

In our representative form of government, we delegate power to those in office to make judgments for us. We should not put every matter to a vote of the public.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 27, 2011
News Briefs

St. Denis schedules Bayfront Park meeting; Beach ordinance modifications under review; Health-care discussion set for Wednesday; Bridge signalization repairs are complete

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A hatchling emerges from its shell in a nest recently laid on Longboat’s beach.
  • By Virginia Sanders |
  • July 6, 2011
Turtle-nesting season sees sensational start

Ring the bells and fly the flag! This 2011 turtle season is off to a sensational start.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
When she's not blocking jammers on the rink, Allicia Gould is refereeing for the junior team. Photo by Harriet Sokmensuer
  • By Harriet Sokmensuer |
  • July 31, 2014
YOUR NEIGHBOR | Allicia Gould

Gould is a member of the Sarasota roller derby team the Rolling Renegades.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • November 9, 2011
News Briefs

Tropicana names SMR top grower; East County rallies for local musician; Seafood restaurant to open on Ranch Main; Journalism program hosts conference

  • East County
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