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Earthquake hits Florida from off of Mantua, Cuba
June 8, 2026
The U.S. Geological Survey reported an earthquake today off of Cuba, at location M 6.1 – 104 km west northwest of Mantua, Cuba. The time was 14:00:25 p.m, but felt a few minutes later in Boca Grande…
Boil water notice still in effect for Placida, Rotonda & West County
May 22, 2026
Editor’s Note: The notice has been rescinded. The Charlotte County Utilities Department has continued a precautionary boil water notice for some customers in parts of Rotonda and West County due to…
Dead banyan tree removal set for Tuesday
April 27, 2026
The Lee County Department of Transportation on Tuesday, April 28, will be removing the two dead banyan trees on Banyan Street. Road closure and traffic diversion are to be expected while crews are…
Joint Lee and Charlotte County meeting on Boca Grande parking and beach access
April 27, 2026
The 9 a.m meeting today between Charlotte County and Lee County is available here by Youtube.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4SKVULXvwQ
Open Shores of Southwest Florida Boca Grande Parking analysis
April 24, 2026
The group Open Shores of Southwest Florida has released a document on the issue of Boca Grande Parking. The document, Public Beach Access Community Poll, came up at the first meeting of the Boca Gra…
Bridge open after issue of barrier gates
April 15, 2026
This afternoon, there was a brief delay at the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority over the roadway’s barrier gates, which were stuck after a bridge opening.
The road gates were open by about 2:15…
Englewood Helping Hand continues serving with free pantry
February 27, 2026
Englewood Helping Hand, Inc. a local food pantry in Englewood, is expanding their building with an addition of 1,600 sq. ft. of warehouse space.
EHH started their capital campaign…
Hermitage Artist Retreat plans spring program in Boca Grande with Joe Iconis and Lauren Marcus
January 30, 2026
The Hermitage Artist Retreat this week announced new programs in February and March, including an event in Boca Grande and a return to the Hermitage Beach in Sarasota County.
The Boca…
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…









