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Friends of Fire Department begin campaign for new ladder truck
The Friends of Boca Grande Fire Department kicked-off fund-raising activities at the last gathering of the Boca Grande Men’…
Woman arrested in domestic dispute on Valentine’s weekend
On Sunday, Feb. 15 around 4 p.m., while on marked patrol, Lee County Sheriff Deputy Angelo Lanni was stopped at the interse…
Army Corps revisits beach renourishment costs
A Lee County beach renourishment program on Gasparilla Island, initially planned for 2025 and hoped for this year, is still…
Wheeler pickleball and tennis complex nears completion
Surface preparation continues at the Wheeler Road Community Park, wh…
Bike Parade and spring event returns in March, includes dog show
The Boca Grande Woman’s Club will hold a day of spring events on Sat…
‘The Marching Band’ wins 2026 Boca Grande Film Festival
The 2026 Boca Grande Film Festival concluded on Saturday, Feb. 21.
The winner and audience choice was “The Marching Band…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Trish Petrosky
New Lee County Commissioner
When newly appointed Lee County Commissioner Patricia “Trish” Petrosky talks about Lee Count…
Fifth-grade artists bring creativity and safety to GICIA Bike Path
BY THE GICIA
This spring, visitors to the Bike Path will be greeted not only by Boca Grande’s seasonal beauty but also b…
Letters: Charlotte County needs to open access to beaches
To the Editor:
I am an avid reader of the Beacon and enjoy the style and breadth of topics covered. I look forward to it…
Letters: Appreciation from Art on Park organizer after successful event
To the Editor:
Boca Grande Art On Park Avenue was a great success this past weekend and I wanted to thank everyone for c…









