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Set a time to seek the spirits with BIPS
The past will live again this Halloween as the Barrier Island Parks Society (BIPS) scares up stories from Boca Grande’s his…
The new pro on the court at The Inn is ready to fill some big shoes
A new set of sneakers will be pounding the courts of The Gasparilla Inn Tennis Club this season, as the new pro. His name i…
OBITUARY: Steve Gribble
John Steven “Steve” Gribble made his transition, as family communicated their love for him, on July 23, 2022. Though his bo…
OBITUARY: Celebration of Life for Sam Dixon
A celebration of life for Sam Dixon will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Sandi Firtion
Sandi Firtion claims she is a frustrated tour guide, but anyone who…
Gasparilla Island (not-so-accurate) Accuweather
Boca Beacon backpages
THIS WEEK IN HISTORY IN THE BOCA BEACON
Boca Beacon backpages
FIVE YEARS AGO
Hurricane Irma came and went, leaving many trees down but few homes damaged. Pow…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Pet friendly shelter information and more
To the Editor:
Don’t leave your pets, and don’t use your pet as an excuse not to evacuate. Don’t put yourself, you…