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  • By Pam Nadon |
  • February 23, 2016
Film review: 'The Witch'

'The Witch' offers exquisite horror — without blood and gore.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Robert Aaron Shure
  • In Memoriam |
  • February 1, 2018
Robert Aaron Shure

ROBERT AARON SHURE (Bob), Aug. 2, 1931 – Jan. 14, 2018, died at age 86, of complications from a stroke in Sarasota, Florida.

  • Sarasota
  • Tributes & Obituaries
Before the Burns Court Neighborhood Association was established, businesses in the area lacked theability to collaborate with one another, LeeAnne Swor said.
  • By David Conway |
  • September 3, 2015
Conversation with LeeAnne Swor

The Burns Court Neighborhood Association president talks about construction, historic preservation and marketing the neighborhood in a competitive region.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Contractors slow traffic as they complete work on Rye Road. Improvements include widening of the travel lanes and the addition of bicycle lanes and paved shoulder.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 13, 2019
Manatee County's Rye Road project might need additional time

Manatee County's Rye Road project might need additional time

  • East County
  • News
City Manager Tom Barwin introduced new Police Chief Bernadette DiPino Oct. 16.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • January 3, 2013
Looking ahead: Changes at top

With a new city manager and police chief, and three high-level positions to be filled, it is 'a new day at City Hall,' says the mayor.

  • Sarasota
  • News
City Manager Tom Barwin introduced new Police Chief Bernadette DiPino Oct. 16.
  • By Roger Drouin |
  • January 3, 2013
LOOKING AHEAD: Changes at Top

With a new city manager and police chief, and three high-level positions to be filled, it is 'a new day at City Hall,' says the mayor.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Esha Shah and Bella Romo show Irma Byrd (center) how to navigate around Facebook.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • July 1, 2015
Tech Buddies shatters digital age gap

East County teen volunteers connect with seniors to help them embrace new technologies, through Tech Buddies program at the Braden River Branch Library.

  • East County
  • News
On Tuesday, Feb. 21, work crews removed the next on the New Pass Bridge, as transportation officials said it obscured the bridge signal.
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • February 22, 2017
Ospreys return to site of New Pass nest removal

The nest was obscuring a traffic signal, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Although gyms were excluded from the state's initial reopening plans, they will be allowed to open as long as the businesses maintain social distancing and follow other health guidelines. File photo.
  • By David Conway |
  • May 15, 2020
DeSantis expands reopening to include gyms, more

Beginning Monday, restaurants, stores, museums and libraries will be allowed to open at 50% capacity.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 4, 2009
Bruce Williams relaunches Lakewood home sales

President Britt Williams said the company plans to build two spec models in Greenbrook later this month.

  • East County
  • Real Estate
  • By Jen Blanco |
  • September 11, 2014
Thunder swimmers post impressive finishes

The Out-of-Door Academy girls swim team beat Venice 87-77 in a developmental dual meet Sept. 9 while the boys fell 93-71.

  • East County
  • Sports
Lem Sharp, left, Walter Mills, middle, and Tim Hensey, right, are executives at Lakewood Ranch-based construction firm W.G. Mills.
  • By Pam Eubanks and Mark Gordon |
  • January 2, 2011
TOP STORY, NOV.: W.G. Mills sold

Rhode Island-based Gilbane Inc. on Nov. 15 announced its acquisition of East County contractor W.G. Mills.

  • East County
  • News
Eric and Cindy Hammersand sold the Dry Dock Waterfront Grill Wednesday for an undisclosed price.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • September 30, 2015
Hammersands sell Dry Dock

Sarasota-based Gecko’s Hospitality Group purchased the Dry Dock Waterfront Grill last week for an undisclosed price.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Alex Kumar, Victoria Sinclair, Jonah Sinclair, Benjamin Varah, Madelyn Kumar and Cassandra Atzrodt addressed homelessness in their Community Problem Solving project. Photo by Jessica Salmond.
  • By Amanda Sebastiano |
  • April 20, 2016
East County students' project sheds light on the 'invisible'

Teens address homelessness during problem-solving project.

  • East County
  • News
  • By June LeBell |
  • November 20, 2012
TIDBITES

New restaurant features homey setting; Chef Lum is creating new 'tastes of Asia'; Beach Bistro named a top restaurant

  • Arts + Culture
Trust me you’ll get used to it — our new design.
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 22, 2015
Top Story — February: We asked for unique; we got it: Mondrian

Catch up on the hottest news items of the of the year with the Observer’s Digital Year in Review.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Bruce Pearl's AUTLIVE program raises awareness for for cancer prevention and detection. Photo courtesy Shanna Lockwood/Auburn Athletics.
  • By Ryan Kohn |
  • May 5, 2021
Gala's guest offers pearl of wisdom

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Observer Staff |
  • August 25, 2011
News Briefs

Siesta, Venice chambers hosting networking session; City providing budget details on its website; Community orientation program kicks off Sept. 1

  • Siesta Key
  • News
Michelle Zemil
  • By Observer Staff |
  • February 2, 2012
Ovations

Congratulations are in order.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Heidi Kurpiela |
  • October 14, 2009
Pointe of Contact

Iain Webb and Michael Donald Edwards join forces to bring 'Contact,' a Tony-Award winning dance musical to Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
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