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LCSO aids pelican rescue
Lee County deputies responded to an injured pelican on the cart path last Tuesday. The bird was secured and taken to The Wi…
Case closed: Jewelry found in … another case
Last week, the Beacon published information from a Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office report of a possible jewelry theft fro…
Sheriff: Second military flare found on beachfront
Above, the first flare found on the beach in July.
On Saturday morning Aug. 30, while on marked patrol in Boca Grande, D…
County accepts beach renourishment grant
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve an am…
Repaving begins on Cape Haze Trail
Paving maintenance began on the Cape Haze Pioneer Trail in Placida s…
Preservation Board meets Sept. 10
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board Meeting will meet Wednesday, Sept. 10 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Chapter…
Nesting activity showing stronger results compared to 2024
BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY
Wow, the 2025 sea turtle nesting season is sure winding down quickly now! If you’ve been…
Tax free preparation
Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation declaring September as Florida Preparedness Month, highlighting the importance of d…
Virtual training for your dog as first step
Virtual dog training allows owners to access real-time video sessions with professional trainers. It’s fun and it works wit…
The manatee, a critical keystone species of Florida
BY THE BARRIER ISLAND PARKS SOCIETY
Editor’s Note: This is one of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier…