Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News.
On Gilchrist (and across the island), the dumping is quite regular. As soon as contractors get what is in the middle, it seems to get filled up again. Here, we got a dump of a wicker living room set, and some sheets, just left on top. Again, the rule on the island (and in Florida) […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
Wasting grouper stocks with discards In my lifetime of fishing, I could never have considered the challenges we face today because of mismanagement. I completely agree we need to manage our fish stocks. How we do it is my concern. What we currently have is blatant disregard for the business depending upon fishing to pay […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in Opinion.
We are all dealing with individual, life-changing events, not one but two devastating hurricanes flooding us so close together. Debby doesn’t even count anymore. Many of us are still in emotional shock and find these storms psychologically and financially destructive. Our homes, businesses and communities have been permanently transformed. Some just slightly, others in ways […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Community, Editorial.
Many families have the tradition at Thanksgiving of going around the table and asking each person what they are thankful for. This can be particularly humorous with small children, as their blessings can sometimes be quite basic. OIder children groan through the practice, but it never fails to make everyone think of what a privilege […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Breaking News, News.
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News.
Bacon’s Furniture is celebrating their grand reopening after being visited by Ian! If you were impacted by any of the recent storms stop in and check out their specials. Bacon’s is located at 17701 Murdock Circle in Port Charlotte. Photo submitted
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News, Society.
Now here are some happy faces! Boca Blooms is showing their love for their green tree behind them. James Griffith staff is ready to give you a makeover! Boo Gemes is open for business as well as Banyan Street Pilates. Photos by Matt
Written by Scott Cotherman on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
BY SCOTT COTHERMAN Tune in to any televised professional golf competition, and you will see an interview with the tournament’s sponsor citing the significant impact of fundraising for local charities. According to the National Golf Foundation, no sport in America has a higher charitable impact than golf. Its latest industry report on the economics of […]
Written by Delores Savas on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
“May the StarsCarry Your Sadness Away May the FlowersFill Your Heart With Beauty May HopeForever Wipe Away Your Tears, And Above All,May Silence Make You Strong.” Chief Dan George, Chief of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Noted poet, activist, musician, philosopher, environmentalist, and protector of his people. This Thanksgiving Day, many residents may be wondering what they […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
BY CAPT. JOE LACLAIR Over the last couple weeks we have been cleaning up from Hurricane Milton, elected a new president and catching fish. Fly fishing for snook, tarpon and redfish has been great. I have been enjoying my time on the water and taking people fly fishing from Florida, Vermont, and Rhode Island. When […]