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California’s Surfrider Foundation urges Lee County to ‘prioritize public parking solutions’ in Boca Grande

The Surfrider Foundation, which advocates for the public use and safety of beaches across the world, has spoken out about t…
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Chamber releases survey of off-island visitors

A Boca Grande Chamber of Commerce survey on visitors to Gasparilla Island is still gathering submissions. It now has over 2…

Beach parking petition now has over 3,000 respondents

A petition survey by a local schoolteacher and longtime island resident to keep beach parking access open has grown to over…
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Preservation Board approves mid-century modern update, fencing projects

The Boca Grande Historic Preservation had a quick agenda at its July…

Light Keeper’s Open, charity golf at the Coral Creek Club Nov. 3

Barrier Island Parks Society has set the date for the return of the…
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Sunseeker purchase announced by Blackstone; company adds to Charlotte investments

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) and Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announced that funds affiliated with Blackstone Rea…
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New petition website to ‘Keep Boca Grande Open’ debuts

A new web petition effort supports keeping Boca Grande parking open to the public. At a recent county meeting, supporter…

Shop local this holiday in Boca Grande

As the weather heats up, stop in to the cool shops and spend some time checking out the seasonal merchandise available…

We all scream for ice cream …

Kimberly Struhar at Kappy’s Island Shoppe Island Ice Cream serves up delicious ice cream with a smile. This smiling cre…
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Report: Useppa Island sale to resident group; September close

Above, an archival photo of the old Collier Inn, with its famous steps. Boca Beacon archives A group of homeowners of Us…