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Arrest after patron causes disturbance
A man was arrested for disorderly intoxication in a public place at the Pink Elephant last Saturday evening, Dec. 6.
Ar…
“Santa, I would like …”
Santa arrived on Gasparilla Island for a short visit Saturday night as part of the annual Christmas Walk. Afterwards he was…
Grace Haly recovering after accident in Switzerland
Grace Haly, the daughter of Dr. Emily Haly and Adam Haly, is recovering after a paragliding accident in Switzerland in Octo…
Unpermitted landscaping letters go out
‘Encroachment issues’ across island on Lee County right-of-ways
B…
Missions Committee provides financial support
BY LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Food insecurities have beco…
Thomas C. McDermott 1936-2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas C. McDermott, who left us on December 7, 2025 at the age…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Chef Steve Polowy
A fresh perspective at the Pass Club
When Boca Bay Pass Club sought a new executive chef, they wanted someone who could…
Letters: Dear islanders: Try a blower-free Christmas week
To the Editor:
Leaf blowers driving you inside? Glad you’re not home when your neighbors’ crews are scheduled? Have you…
Letters: Improved access to beaches with management
To the Editor:
Gasparilla Island State Park is an oceanfront treasure. This resource is currently underused. The state p…
Charlotte County adds to beach funds at Tuesday meeting
Charlotte County approved an amendment to an agreement with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for the reno…








