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David Frayer submitted this photo of a water spout over New Pass Bridge.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 21, 2014
Weather: Longboat Key

David Frayer submitted this photo of a water spout over New Pass Bridge.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Longboat Key reported just .28 violent crimes per 1,000 citizens in 2012.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • August 22, 2014
Longboat Key makes list of Florida's safest places

The town is the 10th safest city in Florida, according to Safe Choice Security's "20 Safest Cities in Florida."

  • Longboat Key
  • News
The community will include an amenities center at which residents can swim or enjoy other activities. Courtesy photos.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • May 16, 2012
Neal breaks ground on Fairfield

Two model homes already are under construction in Neal Community's newest development, Fairfield, in the East County.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Josh Siegel |
  • August 28, 2013
State considers selling land at Manatee State Park

A preliminary surplus-lands list from the State Department of Environmental Protection includes Manatee State Park land on a list of 5,300 acres in Florida that the state will potentially sell. The move is part of a plan to buy property with greater conservation value.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • June 24, 2009
Obituary: Marguerite 'Peggy' Antonello

Marguerite 'Peggy' Antonello, 80, of Longboat Key and Western Springs, Ill., died June 22.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Lynn Flood submitted this photo of a squabble over a tree branch in Lakewood Ranch’s Greenbrook Park.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 26, 2016
East County weather page photo: May 26

Lynn Flood submitted this photo of a squabble over a tree branch in Lakewood Ranch’s Greenbrook Park.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. The center is located at 4000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice.
  • By Rachel Brown Hackney |
  • September 26, 2011
County Commission to take final budget vote

The Sarasota County Commission will take its final vote on the 2012 fiscal year budget and millage rates after public hearings Sept. 26 at the Administration Center in Venice.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 16, 2009
Business Observer 12.17.09

Fit2Run has been named one of The 50 Best Running Stores in America for the second year in a row.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Dora Walters |
  • February 3, 2010
Key couple comes out of retirement

Pat and Bob Gussin recently appeared at Barnes & Noble to discuss their books and hold a book signing.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Four candidates have now qualified in the race for seats on the Longboat Key Commission, including George Spoll.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • October 28, 2016
Gene Jaleski makes it four certified Longboat Key commissioner candidates

Jaleski, 75, has become the latest candidate to qualify in the race for seats on the Longboat Key Commission.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Sailors boys basketball Head Coach BJ Ivey always gets the most out of his teams.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • January 10, 2024
New Sarasota High athletic director wants to build college-style programs

BJ Ivey will continue to coach the Sailors boys' basketball team, in addition to his new responsibilities.

  • Sarasota
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 6, 2009
Our View

Nine fallacies of Obamacare

  • Sarasota
  • Opinion
Deanna Murchie and Susan Giroux show the new dog kennels they have added to their Humane Society of Lakewood Ranch site in Myakka City. Could the county benefit from a public-private partnership with the nonprofit?
  • By Jay Heater |
  • July 30, 2021
Manatee County should slow down on building new animal shelter

If Bishop Animal Shelter donation comes to fruition in Bradenton, Manatee County might not need to build a new shelter.

  • East County
  • Opinion
Darryl McCullough, owner of SweetSong Groves, searches for fruit on his farm. Photo by NIki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • October 17, 2018
Transition Sarasota's Eat Local Week changes the conversation about food

Eat Local Week teaches residents about the benefits of home growing and sustainable food choices.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 5, 2009
Excel Golf to buy majority of The Concession

Excel Golf, a family partnership operated by Bruce Cassidy Sr., announced today a tentative agreement to buy a majority interest in The Concession Golf Club

  • East County
  • News
  • By Observer Staff |
  • May 28, 2015
First Watch buys 114-­location chain

First Watch, a leading breakfast, brunch and lunch chain will now have more than 250 locations after buying The Egg & I.

  • East County
  • News
  • By Nat Kaemmerer |
  • March 23, 2022
Temple Beth Israel gets together for Italian night

At their latest Shabbat dinner, members gathered for a social night of food and friends.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • November 4, 2009
Harry's helps support pour in for B&G Club

The Boys and Girls Club of Manatee County was the latest beneficiary of Harry's Continental Kitchens' wine-tasting fundraisers.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Observer Staff |
  • April 7, 2010
Latest books come hot off the press

The Longboat Key Historical Society has reprinted 750 copies of "From Calusas to Condominiums" by Ralph Hunter, founder of The Longboat Observer.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • October 19, 2012
WEEKEND BEST BET: AutoRama/Taste of St. Armands

Two events are scheduled for this Saturday in St. Armands Circle Park.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
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