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Unpermitted landscaping letters go out 

‘Encroachment issues’ across island on Lee County right-of-ways Beginning Dec. 1, just over 300 Boca Grande residents re…
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Missions Committee provides financial support 

BY LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Food insecurities have become a growing concern in recent months. The demands on f…

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 soug…
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Letters: Dear islanders: Try a blower-free Christmas week

To the Editor: Leaf blowers driving you inside? Glad you’re not h…

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…
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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…
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Wrapping up another year and wishing you a very Merry Christmas

We tend to reflect more at this time of the year, especially as we get no younger. I’m so thankful to still be living here…

This date in the Boca Beacon: Whidden’s restoration and museum

FIVE YEARS AGO GIWA’s Water Reclamation Facility had completed the final pour of concrete for two new concrete tanks and…

Such are promises during an eventful week

Christmas is on, even at the Baby Publix, where The Salvation Army is out with a red bucket crew. We thank our friends at P…