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Shane Hale is reunited with his dog, Harley, after they were separated in a storm 3 miles off of Englewood.
  • By Shane Donglasan |
  • August 29, 2018
Sarasota dog lost at sea finds his way back to shore

Shane Hale and his dog, Harley, were embarking on a new journey sailing the world, when a storm caused them to be separated at sea.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Employees separate recyclable and non recyclable materials.
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • January 7, 2020
Sarasota County single-stream recycling begins

Unincorporated residents will now recycle items in one bin rather than several bins.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Pac-Man
  • By Amanda Morales |
  • September 28, 2016
Passing by Post-it

Post-it's showcase creativity and arcade game favorites.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 4, 2017
That's the ticket ...

The top matchups this week in East County sports.

  • East County
  • Sports
Jake Taraska presents a check to Dick Vitale and the V Foundation for Cancer Research. Courtesy photo.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 3, 2017
Lakewood Ranch teen has special philanthropy mentor

Sports broadcasting legend Dick Vitale has shown him how to raise money.

  • East County
  • News
Read this week's Cops Corner.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • July 18, 2012
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
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  • By Nick Friedman |
  • March 2, 2015
This week's best bets: March 2 - 8

This week's best bets: March 2 - 8

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 30, 2014
Let them eat cake!

The staff and residents at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch celebrated the first resident to become a member of the centennial club.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Heather Hooper’s gloved hand full of trash found during the Barefoot Wine Beach Cleanup Thursday, Sept. 8, at Ted Sperling Park.
  • By Rachel S. OHara |
  • September 8, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Barefoot Wine Beach Cleanup

Barefoot Wine held a beach cleanup from 5 - 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, at Ted Sperling Park. Around 20 people came out to help clean the beach and park areas. After the cleanup the participants were invited to head over to Daiquiri Deck on St. Armands for some wine and free appetizers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Kristen Herhold |
  • December 11, 2015
Chamber gets in the holiday spirit

Members of the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce gathered for a holiday Business After Hours Dec. 10, at Harry’s Continental Kitchens.

  • Longboat Key
  • Business
Pacific Counter co-founders Tanner Loebel,  Eric Bialik and Tock Noythanongsay serve poke and sushi in a fast-casual setting.
  • By Brendan Lavell |
  • March 31, 2021
EYE ON BUSINESS: Casual sushi comes to Lakewood Ranch

Pacific Counter introduces fast-casual poke and sushi to Lakewood Ranch

  • East County
  • News
Robin D. Meyer has accepted the position of Longboat Key Planning, Zoning & Building director.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • April 18, 2012
Town hires new PZ&B director

Robin D. Meyer, who has worked for St. Lucie County for the last four-and-a-half years, will begin his new role May 14.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ahead of budget workshops later this month, some city officials have said they want to prepare for the worst-case scenario economically because of the uncertainty associated with COVID-19.
  • By David Conway |
  • July 14, 2020
City budget attempts to forecast an unclear future

Although the city is preparing to reduce spending and generate less revenue because of COVID-19, staff’s budget proposal attempts to stave off personnel cuts.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Prior to the purchase of the bus in fall 2019, Lakewood Ranch Communities had been leasing buses to host the tours.
  • By Randi Donahue |
  • February 20, 2020
Lay of the Land

Weekly bus tours of Lakewood Ranch offer riders a fun, comprehensive way to get to know the community.

  • LWR Life
Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells says the curfew passed Friday will help his department slow the spread of COVID-19.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • April 3, 2020
Manatee County commissioners vote in favor of immediate 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew

Curfew approved for Manatee County except for necessary travel.

  • East County
  • News
Co-Artistic Directors of Urbanite Theatre Brendan Ragan and Summer Wallace — Photo by Kayleigh Omang
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 26, 2018
Urbanite Theatre announces 2018-2019 season

From regional premieres to a brand-new theater festival, Urbanite has much in store for the upcoming season.

  • Arts + Culture
Shane Catts has operated Happy Paddler Kayak Tours since October 2013.
  • By Mark Bergin |
  • June 29, 2021
Longboat businesses bank on a healthy bay

Business owners and residents explain why a healthy Sarasota Bay is important for the quality of life in Longboat Key.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 29, 2014
Cops Corner: Longboat Key

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
  • Cops Corner
  • By Brynn Mechem |
  • June 25, 2020
School board keeps five finalists, talks contract details

All five remaining candidates will visit Sarasota for in person interviews June 30 through July 2.

  • Sarasota
  • Schools
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 18, 2012
IPOC to amend its circuit court complaint

The filing comes as the town, Key Club and IPOC prepare to head to confidential mediation with Judge George Greer.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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