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Chamber mixer to feature Mota’s Munchies October 18
October 12, 2018
Don’t miss the first Chamber mixer of the season, co-hosted by newest Chamber member Mota’s Munchies Fresh Mexican Cuisine and the Boca Grande Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Oct. 18 in the C…
Hurricane Michael missed the island, but we still felt effects
October 12, 2018
The Coast Guard had to take two men off this sailboat on the evening of Tuesday, Oct. 9 near Gasparilla Island, as eight-foot swells had the 50-foot sailboat in jeopardy. The unmanned vessel named …
Fire Department to host celebration of 75th anniversary on October 24
October 12, 2018
■ BY MARCY SHORTUSE – In 1941 Gasparilla Island was on alert, with the looming prospect of a world war in mind. Residents were taking turns standing on rooftops to watch for Nazi submarines in the …
Beacon looking for veteran stories
October 12, 2018
If you have someone special to you who has served in the U.S. military and you would like to recognize him or her, please contact us at the Boca Beacon. Our November 2 and 9 issues will contain the…
Halloween Carnival just around the corner
October 12, 2018
Kids, start thinking about your costume and decide if you are going to be scary, funny, cute or adorable for the annual Boca Grande Community Center Halloween Carnival. The carnival will be held on…
Historic Preservation Board approves motion to continue on Banyan Street property
October 12, 2018
■ BY SUE ERWIN – The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 10, and a debate continued about a proposal regarding a property on Banyan Street. The re…
Island LEO beat: Carmine Marceno appointed Lee County Sheriff
October 12, 2018
On Friday, Sept. 21 Governor Rick Scott announced the appointment of Undersheriff Carmine Marceno as Sheriff of Lee County following the retirement of Sheriff Mike Scott. Carmine Marceno has been …
Retired professor studies Cayo Costa, writes ‘Island in the Sun’
October 12, 2018
■ BY SUE ERWIN – A retired Cornell University professor from the Department of Horticulture applied his knowledge of Cayo Costa’s natural history and plants and turned the information into a book. …
Farmer’s Market opening date announced
October 12, 2018
The weekly Farmers Market at Wheeler Road ballfield is set to open for season on Friday, Dec. 23 running 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday. starting Oct. 3 and continuing through April, 2019. Local Ro…
PROFILE: Cindy Bartzer
October 12, 2018
■ BY SUE ERWIN – There’s a new friendly face at Englewood Bank ready to serve your financial needs. Cindy Bartzer started working at the island bank about two months ago. She actually found the job…