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Chef Larry Barrett serves tea to Laura Raines.
  • By Loren Mayo |
  • February 3, 2011
Steeped in tradition

Simply Gourmet Caterers is hosting royal English tea parties during the month of February at the Powel Crosley Estate.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Joe McClash objects to a terminal groin being built on Beer Can Island closest to Longboat Pass, on property owned by Manatee County, and two other groins.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 7, 2013
Town prepares for groin challenge hearing

The town is preparing for an upcoming state hearing in response to a challenge to place three north-end groins on the north end of the Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Haile Middle student Hannah Arduini has a passion for history.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 15, 2015
Heritage Harbour history buff wins prize

Haile Middle eighth-grader Hannah Arduini received the Special Magna Carta Prize for her essay on Eleanor Roosevelt.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • February 24, 2015
Sarasota YPG presents second annual State of Jobs conference

Sarasota YPG presents second annual State of Jobs conference

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Nick Friedman |
  • April 20, 2016
This Week In Sarasota: Thursday, April 21

A look at our favorite events taking place this week

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Manatee County Sheriff's deputies are collecting evidence from homeowners, Lakewood Ranch Community Development District's and the community's homeowners' association.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • December 17, 2015
Youth vandalize property in Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club

More than a dozen stop, speed and golf cart crossing signs were knocked down, among other damages.

  • East County
  • News
Worden Farm owners Chris and Evan Worden, who have doctoral degrees in horticulture, are excited to partner with Schroeder-Manatee Ranch for the new CSA program developed by LWR Communities' Monaca Onstad. Courtesy photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • July 19, 2017
Community Supported Agriculture program now available in Lakewood Ranch

Organization looks to bring farm-to-table connection for East County residents.

  • East County
  • News
The Key experienced a possible hit-and-run and a distraction burglary during the same week.
  • By John McGuire |
  • April 12, 2017
Longboat police seek help from residents on two cases

The Key experienced a possible hit-and-run and a distraction burglary during the same week.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By The Insider |
  • April 2, 2012
SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL: FILMMAKER LUNCHEON WITH PENELOPE ANN MILLER — FRI., APRIL 20

SARASOTA FILM FESTIVAL: FILMMAKER LUNCHEON WITH PENELOPE ANN MILLER — FRI., APRIL 20

  • Arts + Culture
David Novak with royal swan marker David Barber. Courtesy photos.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 7, 2012
The triumph of the swans

Harbour Links unofficial swan keeper David Novak discovered he was in the presence of royalty.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 15, 2010
Report reveals Colony renovation options

A project feasibility report performed by Karins Engineering Group Inc. states Colony unit owners could occupy the units again if they agree to pay $600,500.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Robin Roy |
  • September 17, 2009
City hires environmental specialist

New employee will be tasked with reducing carbon emissions and increasing recycling.

  • Sarasota
  • News
The Lakewood Ranch High volleyball team celebrates a point in game 1 of its victory over Winter Haven.
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • November 14, 2012
LWR Volleyball team makes historic volley

The Lakewood Ranch's volleyball team captured its first regional title in the Class 6A-Region 3 finals Nov. 10. Next stop: state semifinals.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2011
Our View: Keep eliminating fees

Sarasota City Commissioner Shannon Snyder started a crusade recently to get the city's impact fees eliminated or suspended. It did not take much to get his fellow city commissioners to agree.

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Renée Fleming will make her Sarasota debut with Anu Tali and the Sarasota Orchestra at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on January 27.
  • By Nick Reichert |
  • August 13, 2015
Renée Fleming to perform at the Van Wezel on January 27

The acclaimed soprano will make her Sarasota debut with Anu Tali and the Sarasota Orchestra

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 23, 2014
Letters to the Editor

Diverging diamond is a partial traffic solution

  • East County
  • Opinion
Maddie Egan
  • By Maria Amodio |
  • January 27, 2011
CLASSROOM SPOTLIGHT: ASHTON ELEMENTARY (WITH VIDEO)

Students at Ashton Elementary got to travel the world and experience different cultures and customs for the school's annual International Celebration of Diversity Day held Thursday, Jan. 20.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Linda Snyder sews a child's quilt.
  • By Yaryna Klimchak |
  • March 7, 2013
Snyder has hobby all sewn up

The precise thud of a needle hitting cloth on a sewing machine and ladies chattering is a common sight and comforting sound for Linda Snyder.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Dora Walters |
  • February 19, 2010
Arts Center awards its members

The annual Members' Juried Exhibition at the Longboat Key Center for Arts, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design, showcases a wide variety of work.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • July 19, 2011
Braden River falls in junior title game

The Braden River Little League fell to Manatee West 11-9 in the juniors division's best-of-three championship series of the District 26 Little League All-Star Tournament July 14 at G.T. Bray Park.

  • East County
  • Sports
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