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New island communications tower will enhance island safety, slated for new location
BY C.W. BLOSSER AND BEN ABES- Providing for the safety and welfare is an essential focus of local government. Lee County’s D…
Obituary: Virginia Knight
Virginia Knight, 92, of Punta Gorda passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020. She was born on October 5, 1927, to Bob and Bessi…
PROFILE: Lily Taylor
Hooked on island life… BY OLIVIA CAMERON- At the age of 22, Lily Taylor has already landed a position as the executive dir…
Body found on beach at Stump Pass, graffiti investigated on island
STAFF REPORT – The death of a man whose body was found at the water’s…
Boca Grande named as one of islands in Zac Brown Band’s new song, ‘You and Islands’
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – “Let’s get back to you and islands Compass Cay an…
You bet your life I took the pledge … a note from a long-time, well-loved island resident
BY SUSAN BOWERS – More than anything, I want my friends and neighbors in Boca Grande to stay well. It is our cherished home…
The Boca Grande Club early years: The 1970s and 80s
SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE HISTORICAL SOCIETY – A November 1978 article in the St Petersburg Times announced the creation…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lee Commissioners approve next round of LeeCARES assistance programs
To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners today authorized the next round of LeeCARES programs to assist individu…
EDITORIAL: County Manager proud of response to COVID-19
BY ROGER DESJARLAIS – I want to thank Lee County’s residents for your perseverance during these difficult times. I also want…
Beacon team wins 13 awards at FPA competition
STAFF REPORT – It was a good showing for the Boca Beacon team at the Florida Press Association’s Better Weekly Newspaper Awa…