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December 9, 2022

THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON …

FIVE YEARS AGO High tea was served at The Island School by volunteers Donna Lutton, Margo Freeman and Susan Bowers, with some help from kindergarten teacher/party planner Megan O’Conner. TEN…

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Do you remember Peddlin’ Patti? Local artist Dick Tolsdorf does

November 24, 2022

Boca Grande is known for its people, as well as its gorgeous beaches, beautiful seascapes and terrific fishing. Occasionally there are “community …

THIS WEEK IN THE BOCA BEACON

November 23, 2022

Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO Peter and Elsa Soderberg donated $1 million to the new Suncoast Humane Society building project, and th…

THIS DATE IN THE BOCA BEACON

November 17, 2022

Boca Beacon backpages FIVE YEARS AGO The Barrier Island Parks Society announced that John Rice would be their new president, and Krista Pott…

Whidden’s non-conforming structures discussed at Historic Preservation Board meeting

November 10, 2022

Boca Grande’s Historic Preservation Board made a point during its November 9 meeting that permits are still required for any changes, demolition o…

Celebrating Veterans Day: One man’s opinion

November 10, 2022

I am a veteran of the Korean War, and I have been alive and reasonably sentient during the six “hot” wars my country has engaged in since 1941. As…

Honoring those who served: 11/11/2022

November 10, 2022

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