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Dr. Michael O'Neil in front of the POD in the Publix parking lot on Bay Isles Road. (courtesy photo)
  • By Lesley Dwyer |
  • October 18, 2022
Longboat Key trio launch a community-wide hurricane relief effort

The PODS storage unit put in the Publix parking lot on Bay Isles Road was filled with supplies in under two days.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Vicky Cox with her ambassador dog Keni
  • By Dariela Delgado |
  • December 5, 2022
Southeastern Guide Dogs hosts Tails of Hope luncheon

The Tails of Hope Luncheon was held at the Hyatt Regency on Dec. 2.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Members of the Lakewood Ranch High Marching Band marched in the parade to honor the veterans.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 31, 2023
Tribute to Heroes Parade back on proper route

Lakewood Ranch Community Activities revived the Memorial Day weekend event.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Boaters who use the city's mooring field have tried policing themselves to avoid formal management. Photo by Kurt Schultheis.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • November 10, 2011
Sarasota boaters denounce regulations

Sarasota boaters told city staff last week they don't want to be told when and how long they can anchor off the shores of Sarasota Bay.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 25, 2022
Longboat Key weather page photo: May 26

Joanne Hummert captured a swan and its reflection on the Longboat Key Club golf course.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
The NBP Dragons Senior B Mixed team (men and women) won the 500 meters Short Boat Division to earn a gold medal. The gold was determined by aggregate time in three heat races. Photo courtesy Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • July 24, 2022
Benderson Park dragon boat paddlers soar in Sarasota

Six gold medals earned by the hosts during IDBF Club Crew World Championships.

  • East County
  • Sports
In the demolition notice for the SeaBreeze Inn, issued Dec. 19, 12 different violations are listed.
  • By David Conway |
  • January 17, 2019
North Trail buildings draw concerns

Residents want the city to take action to address issues associated with derelict motels, which has led to a demolition order for at least one structure.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • October 22, 2022
Making Strides walk in Sarasota gets ringing endorsement

Lakewood Ranch woman celebrates end of treatment at Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
When two Secret Service agents asked then-Longboat Observer Executive Editor Lisa Walsh to back off reporting on the 9/11 terrorists, she politely declined. "We're reporters. That's what we do," she said.
  • By Matt Walsh |
  • September 12, 2021
An untold story of Sept. 11

In the 43-year history of the "Longboat Observer," two staffers' involvement in Longboat Key's connection to that horrible tragedy will forever tie them and the newspaper to history.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
Hollie Bouduille, Callum Vincent, Amelie Bouduille and Ellis Vincent at the 2017 Fright Night.
  • By Katie Johns |
  • October 8, 2018
St. Armands fills October calendar

Throughout this month, four events will entertain all ages for free.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
The Tabernacle Church's Living Nativity is a tradition for Michael Mascitto and his mother, Klara Mascitto, sister Christina Mascitto Goodwin and brother Joseph Mascitto. Courtesy photo.
  • By Liz Ramos |
  • December 1, 2021
Tabernacle Church's Living Nativity a tradition for east Bradenton family

The Mascitto family ventures back in time annually to create Living Nativity.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 13, 2013
Our View: It's 'code blue' in Manatee

There is a perception by some that reckless statements and material misstatements have been made during the campaign about the cost to taxpayers because of the unsuccessful Longboat Key Club and Resort application; the reasons for the judicial denial of the application; and the availability of affordable technology to solve the wireless communications problem on the north end of the island.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
A rendering of a $16.99 million home under construction by Seaward Development on Siesta Key features a salt water pool, 1,500-square-foot rooftop terrace and a 1,530-square-foot guest house. (Courtesy of Seaward Development)
  • By Andrew Warfield |
  • August 18, 2022
New Siesta Key home offered at nearly $17 million

A new construction home on Higel Avenue that can garage 16 vehicles is offered by the builder at $16.99 million, joining a list of eight-figure homes for sale in the Sarasota area.

  • Siesta Key
  • Real Estate
Byron Dorgan and Steve Gunderson
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • December 3, 2021
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church launches speaker series

The first speaker was former U.S. Sen. Byron Dorgan, who spoke about bridging the gap between parties.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Three parcels of land, comprising about 33 acres, are now officially preserved under a conservation easement.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 11, 2021
Land next to Celery Fields officially preserved

Sarasota County commissioners rezoned three parcels of land to allow for a conservation easement.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Angela Massaro-Fain, Peggy Kronus and Lori Ruth are the co-chairs for "Vegas Comes to the Ranch."
  • By Jay Heater |
  • January 6, 2021
Casino event at the Sarasota Polo Club a good bet for community

Sisterhood for Good hosts casino event at the Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
Suzanne Grodner, Lise Bruneau, Kendra Jo Brook and Christian Douglass in Asolo Rep's production of "Silent Sky."
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • February 3, 2023
Asolo Rep's 'Silent Sky' honors pioneering astronomer

The stellar production at Asolo Repertory Theatre captures the intellectual excitement of astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt's discovery — but also the cost.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Observer Staff |
  • June 14, 2012
News Briefs

Deputies get noise tech lesson; Lighting demo scheduled

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 30, 2017
Top Story - October: Residents worry a proposed home may limit Siesta Key public beach access

Catch up on the top news items of 2017 with the Observer's Digital Year in Review.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
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