Fr. Jerome Carosella has been the pastor of Boca Grande’s Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church for more than half of the time he has been a priest. He was ordained 60 years ago and has been pastor on t…
Carroll Swayze creates clothing line
Artist Carroll Swayze’s work has been showcased in some of the most exclusive settings around the country – maybe around the world – and her mar…
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Foremost on our list, we would like to thank all of our supporters at every level for helping us to continue our mission to the community this seas…
Rick Andersen is a local master carpenter and author of two children’s books. His creativity is being put to the test now, though, as he tries to build a path to the future. Rick was diagnosed with…
Since March, 41 sea turtle lighting complaints have been logged with Lee County Code Enforcement. Of those 41, all but two (which were closed and voided) were sent notices and no violations were iss…
There is a new face, a new style, but an old soul coming to the Lighthouse United Methodist congregation in Boca Grande. The Reverend Daphne Johnson has been named the new pastor, following the year…
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FIVE YEARS AGO
The Matriarch of Boca Grande took her last ride over the Causeway on June 20, 2018. Isabelle Joiner took her first steps on the dock at Whidden’s, as well…
