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Navy phosphorous flare found near 22nd Street
A beachgoer found a burned U.S. Navy phosphorous flare on a Gasparilla Island beach on Tuesday evening around 22nd Street…
Letters: Renourishment costs?
To the Editor:
Guess what is not being shared with the public but the Lee County Board is discussing internally? Approvi…
All-time shark week legend: Giant ‘Old Hitler’
As a young high school fisherman, I enjoyed fish legends. Big shark stories just enhanced the adventure and thrills. Everyo…
This date in the Boca Beacon
FIVE YEARS AGO
New hand sanitizing stations were being distribute…
The signs of progress. The costs are never ‘none.’
This Friday, The Beacon office will be closed for the Florida Press…
Celebration of Life for Capt. Morris Campbell, Aug. 9
There will be a celebration of life for Capt. Morris Campbell, who died Monday, July 28.
Born June 27, 1960, he had jus…
Decker A. Todd 1963-2025
Decker Todd 63 of Brandon FL died 03/10/2025 at home. Born September 28, 1963 in Lincoln Maine, the son of Donovan E. Todd…
James A. Runde 1946-2025
James A. Runde, a distinguished American investment banker, author, and corporate director, passed away peacefully at the a…
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Anne Smith
New at The Island School this year
Anne Smith may be new to The Island School, but she’s no stranger to the classroom –…
Dog Life: When training your dog, you reap what you sow
Let’s make a few things clear about training your dog. All unwanted behavior is caused by the owner. Either it was never co…