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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…
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…








