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Pension trustee and Key resident Arnold Malasky said an audit the pension chairman asked for would be a waste of money.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 24, 2010
TOP STORY, FEB.: Tension present at pension meeting

Town Manager Bruce St. Denis questioned firefighter pension board Chairman Keith Tanner's ability to make decisions for both the board and the firefighters union in his dual representation roles.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Faith Christian owes about $1 million on its property at 5215 Lorraine Road, Lakewood Ranch. Photo by Jen Blanco.
  • By Michael Eng |
  • April 6, 2012
Foreclosure closes Faith Christian Church

The Lakewood Ranch-based church will not be able to hold its Easter services this weekend.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
  • By Lexie Holden |
  • May 20, 2009
PIRATES: Thespians take center stage

The Braden River High School Drama Club presented the biggest production in school history with 'Cheaper by the Dozen.'

  • East County
  • Schools
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • April 5, 2012
Community's plan to end homelessness debated

A plan that involves the help of the entire Sarasota community to eliminate homelessness was accepted by the Sarasota County Commission last week.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • March 6, 2013
Our View: Economics of blackmail

For all those Tea Partyers chafing over Gov. Rick Scott's switcheroo to accept Obamacare's expansion of Medicaid spending in the state, sometimes you just have to take ipecac.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Robin Roy |
  • April 23, 2010
County official removed from spring-training project

County division director Larry Arnold is accused of influencing the awarding of contracts to companies with which he had personal ties.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Nadon |
  • December 31, 2009
Silver Screen Sensations

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Tinsel Town always saves its best for last, hoping to knock your Christmas stockings off with bright stars and brilliant directors. The following films are at the top of my wish list this season - add them to yours.

  • Arts + Culture
Tim Walsh, left, a toy inventor and designer, founded Crazy Chins in 2011. The Sarasota-based company sells a toy that combines live play with software apps. Mark Wemple.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 2, 2013
Go Crazy: Entrepreneur Tim Walsh

It really is all fun and games for toy entrepreneur Tim Walsh. But - no joke - the Sarasotan thinks he might have a big hit ready for market.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The revitalization of Pensacola included widened sidewalks and new restaurants and shops. Courtesy photo.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 23, 2012
Pensacola: Signs of Strength

The city of Pensacola altered its governing structure in 2009 after a tumultuous, and somewhat leaderless, decade. Now the city thrives under a strong mayor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 17, 2011
Letters to the Editor: 08.18.11

Pay cuts for Congress and all federal workers; Kudos to Robin Hartill on her new appointment; Longboat Key is no place for cell phone towers

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Jack Littman-Quinn |
  • April 25, 2013
Pub 32 more than an ordinary Irish pub

Pub 32 more than an ordinary Irish pub

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 10, 2016
A home in Pomello Park tops this week's transactions at $1.24 million.

Built in 2007, 6202 193rd St. E. has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 4,768 square feet of living area.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • February 8, 2012
Town releases alcohol violation statistics

The town compiled statistics about alcohol-related incidents in response to a request by the brother of a woman killed on Siesta Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Molly Schechter |
  • October 28, 2009
Black Tie & Tales

Read this week's social column, Black Tie & Tales, by Molly Schechter.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • December 5, 2012
Town offers fire contract with 3% raise

The town of Longboat Key is offering firefighters a raise, but it is willing to go to impasse concerning the pension issue.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 10, 2010
Cafe Galante is an eclectic change of pace

St. Armands Circle has lots of options for al fresco dining. A classic is the casual and eclectic Cafe Galante.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • December 2, 2014
Mall wars

The retail landscape in the Sarasota-Manatee market shifted significantly when The Mall at University Town Center opened in north Sarasota County Oct. 16.

  • East County
  • News
Beachgoers flocked to Longboat’s beach Sunday, July 3, during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 6, 2011
Key tourism forecast is sunny

With last year's oil-spill uncertainty gone, summer tourism is improving at Longboat hotels and resorts.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • November 4, 2010
City to explore park taxing district

A former commissioner wants to provide better funding for Selby Five Points Park by creating a new downtown taxing district solely dedicated to supporting the park.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Benderson Development Executive Director of Leasing Mark Chait said he has received positive feedback about the retail offerings the company has brought to the area.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • January 4, 2012
Delve into 12: Benderson Development

Benderson Development already is working on an expansion to its existing University Town Center project and intends to start work on its regional mall by the end of the year, as well.

  • East County
  • News
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