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Neighborhoods with wider canals pose less of a problem with navigation and the widths of back yard docks.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • January 14, 2020
Commissioners sign off on final dock rules

With 7-0 final vote, leaders seek more 'absolute' language in regulations.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
In addition to a pool, 900 Alameda Lane offers 210 feet of private beach on Sarasota Bay.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 5, 2023
Indian Beach waterfront estate hits the market at $10.9 million

The estate includes a main house, a guest cottage, a carriage house and 210 feet of private beach along Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Student filmmaker Will Mauricette stands out from the crowd. (Photo: Spencer Fordin)
  • By Spencer Fordin |
  • April 1, 2022
Ringling College student filmmaker hopes for success at film festival

Will Mauricette had a dream. But first he had to develop his skills before he could see it to fruition.

  • Arts + Culture
Bob Gault enjoys a variety of retirement pleasures, including golf, sailing, fishing and volunteering.
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • November 2, 2023
Longboater Bob Gault rose from emptying trash to CEO of SeaWorld

The retired theme park executive never forgot what led to his success: an unmatched work ethic and a deep passion for connecting with people.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
After the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County depleted its supply of vaccines, Sarasota Memorial Hospital offered up doses this weekend to members of the public who were 65 or older. Courtesy image.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 14, 2021
Officials monitor rising COVID-19 rates, vaccination rollout

With COVID-19 rates climbing this month, health professionals are working to slow the spread and sort out issues with vaccine distribution.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Dora Walters, longtime Longboat Observer reporter, died this month at age 92.
  • By Guest Author |
  • August 23, 2019
Letters to the editor: Missing Dora and Longbeach Village peacocks

Observer readers sound off on local events.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
In addition to featuring volunteers, a photo posted to the city’s Twitter account on March 27 showed Mayor Hagen Brody at a Van Wezel vaccination event. Image via city of Sarasota.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 19, 2021
Mayor’s conduct causes concern among residents, officials

An argument at City Hall regarding a vaccination clinic has led to criticism of Mayor Hagen Brody’s behavior.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Not all Longboaters are on board with library
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • April 10, 2024
Not all Longboaters are on board with library

A reader reminds Longboat Key's mayor that the press is a watchdog on public servants.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Rich Krause, a plumber from Bradenton, brought his iPad to every class session to take notes during instruction and peer feedback. Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • August 26, 2017
Amateur Hour: Beginners learn the art of stand-up

McCurdy’s Humor Institute puts local comedy fans through stand-up bootcamp.

  • Arts + Culture
Tommy Tyler.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • August 9, 2023
Sarasota Athlete of the Week: Tommy Tyler

The Cardinal Mooney boys golfer believes the Cougars can win a state title in 2023.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
Katherine Michelle Tanner
  • By Monica Roman Gagnier |
  • August 23, 2023
Sarasota performer launches her own theater company

As her theater company, Tree Fort Productions, becomes a nonprofit, actress Katherine Michelle Tanner emphasizes: "The best way to support a theater company is to buy a subscription."

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • February 26, 2014
Rajewski wants to preserve the Key and its codes

District 3 commission challenger Ray Rajewski doesn't think the town needs to change its codes or Comprehensive Plan.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A reader responds to the St. Regis parking garage
  • By Letter to the Editor |
  • July 3, 2023
A reader responds to the St. Regis parking garage

This reader argues in favor of the garage and its potential positive effect on property values.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
This Lake Club home at 16216 Clearlake Ave. sold for $2.6 million. It has four bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, a pool and 4,879 square feet of living area.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • August 6, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for July 22-26 in Lakewood Ranch

A Lake Club home on Clearlake Avenue tops the week's sales at $2.6 million.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 24, 2013
Our View: The new normal: vigilance

It can happen here. It did happen here. Terrorists were here.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By Katie Johns |
  • January 17, 2019
Golfers scramble for SPARCC

The inaugural SPARCC Auxiliary Winter Golf Tournament teed off on Jan. 17.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Brooke Langston won the big raffle at the World Mangrove Day event on July 29, giving her the opportunity to christen Suncoast Waterkeeper's nee patrol boat.
  • By Carter Weinhofer |
  • August 1, 2023
Suncoast Waterkeeper christens patrol boat, expands monitoring program

The patrol boat will help Suncoast Waterkeeper monitor the bay and quickly respond to pollution concerns.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • March 23, 2023
Bobby Jones restoration focus turns to short course

With the Donald Ross golf course project down to mostly growing grass, architect Richard Mandell's attention has shifted to creating the par-3 companion short course from scratch.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • January 16, 2013
Commission candidates debate topics

The Longboat Key Republican Club held a debate among commission candidates Friday at the Sarasota Yacht Club.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The home at 598 Lyons Lane sold for $2.2 million.
  • By Adam Hughes |
  • July 3, 2024
Top residential real estate sales for June 17-21 in Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird Key

A home in Corey’s Landing tops the week's sales at $3.8 million.

  • Longboat Key
  • Real Estate
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