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Dr. Larry Antonucci leaves as CEO of Lee Heath

December 29, 2025
Lee Health President and CEO Dr. Larry Antonucci has announced that he will not renew his employment contract when it concludes on September 30, 2026. Dr. Antonucci, who has served as CEO since 2…

Visitor Guide ready for 2026 island season

December 26, 2025
The Boca Beacon received delivery this week of our annual Visitor’s Guide. Copies will be available at stands around town, in hotels, real estate offices and throughout the region.  The Visi…

Christmas-time birthdays, a ‘December to remember’

December 26, 2025
One can get a pulse on Florida’s mood each year by looking at Publix’s annual Christmas TV commercial. The ads premiere after Thanksgiving annually during sporting events and live on, now seemingly…

‘Ugly Christmas Sweaters’ at the Pass Club

December 18, 2025
These lovely ladies donned their “Ugly Christmas Sweaters” at the Boca Bay Pass Club this week. Shown left to right: Judy Jack, Wendy Melvin and Doris Richards are all smiles. They must have their C…

Parking Passes now being distributed

December 1, 2025
Lee County has provided the following release on the distribution of parking passes, which begins today. The new Boca Grande Parking Ordinance No. 25-16 establishes designated parking zones, defi…

Registration on for 2026 Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic opening Jan. 17

November 24, 2025
The Boca Beacon’s Gasparilla Island Tennis Classic opens on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. The annual all-island tournament will be held at the Boca Bay Pass Club, The Gasparilla Inn Tennis Club an…

Wildlife orientation meetings at Boca Grande Community Center Nov. 19, 21

November 18, 2025
If you have ever thought about volunteering to help out your local wildlife, now is your chance to find out more information. June Deveneau will be leading two meetings of Peace River Wildlife Rescu…

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners address parking issues

October 28, 2025
Charlotte County is meeting today to consider a number issues, including the parking situation in Boca Grande. A live feed is below. This page will be updated with the embed after the meeting is fin…

The Lee County Legislative Delegation meets Tuesday, Oct. 28

October 24, 2025
The Lee County Legislative Delegation will convene for its annual public meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 9 a.m. and adjourn no later than 1 p.m. or upon conclusion of the agenda and public comment. T…

Merchants concerned as parking sign goes up on 4th Street

October 17, 2025
As signs go up across Boca Grande for a new parking ordinance, some merchants are already worried about placement, including an area on 4th Street that is marked on the ordinance with one side of th…