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Gasparilla Island Lighthouse about to get a facelift

Written by Staff Report on March 9, 2023. Posted in News.

Ian has taken a terrible toll on the island and all the communities surrounding it, but together we are stronger, and it shows through the generous support BIPS has received from donors, members, granting agencies and our volunteers. Barrier Island Parks Society gives their deepest thanks to all the donors who gave to the Boca Grande Disaster Fund, as well as the Lee County Tourist Development Council, Florida Lighthouse Association, Gulf Coast Community Foundation, the Boca Grande Woman’s Club and its volunteers. It is your support to BIPS and your service to our community that helps give us strength.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: The 22nd History Bytes season is now in the books

Written by Boca Beacon Reader on March 9, 2023. Posted in Letters to the Editor.

To the Editor: This February’s History Byte season, dedicated to our esteemed administrator, Kim Kyle, seemed to end to quickly. We are so happy to be celebrating Kim’s 20th year at Boca Grande History Center. A special thank you to all our wonderful speakers for sharing. Thank you to each and everyone who joined […]

The Easter Bunny needs a little help this year … could it be you he’s seeking?

Written by Staff Report on March 3, 2023. Posted in Community, News.

The Easter Egg Hunt at the Boca Grande Community Center is a tradition that isn’t missed by many families, including those who live here and those who live far away and visit at that time every year. In fact, there are great-grandmothers who take their great-grandchildren to the hunt now, all with the hope of […]

Your Boca Grande (not-so) Accuweather forecast

Written by Marcy Shortuse on March 2, 2023. Posted in Boca Beacon Back Pages, Entertainment.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Asking for forgiveness …

Written by Boca Beacon Reader on March 2, 2023. Posted in Letters to the Editor.

To the Editor, and to the citizens of Boca Grande: I’m Tim Spain. In December of last year I received my second DUI in a very short time. I have no excuse for my irresponsibility and I write this letter from the confines of my jail cell. I’m writing this because I want to say […]

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Thanks to concerned passerby after bike spill

Written by Boca Beacon Reader on March 2, 2023. Posted in Letters to the Editor.

Writing a note of thanks to the white car and kind gentleman passenger who stopped after seeing me tumble off my bike last Sunday on the bike/sidewalk path across from Kappy’s. Even though I waved them on and said I was fine; the gallant man said that’s ok I am here to help you anyways. After righting my bike, me, and with a final debris brushing off, I was back in the saddle again.

THE BOCA BEACON’S (NOT-SO) ACCUWEATHER FORECAST

Written by Marcy Shortuse on February 23, 2023. Posted in Boca Beacon Back Pages.

Missing woman found, missing scuba diver found this past week

Written by Marcy Shortuse on February 16, 2023. Posted in News, Police & Fire.

The Boca Grande Fire Department and island Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to several calls this past week, included one of a missing woman who was found, and an agency assist to locate a missing scuba diver. On Thursday, Feb. 9 at approximately 12:11 p.m. the Boca Grande Fire Department responded to an agency […]

YOUR BOCA BEACON (NOT-SO)ACCUWEATHER FORECAST

Written by Marcy Shortuse on February 16, 2023. Posted in Boca Beacon Back Pages, Entertainment.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Charlotte County disaster centers closing for holiday

Written by Boca Beacon Reader on February 16, 2023. Posted in Letters to the Editor.

To the Editor: The Disaster Recovery Centers located at the following locations will temporarily close for the Presidents’ Day Holiday on Monday, Feb. 20. • Tringali Recreation Center, 3450 N Access Road, Englewood • Cultural Center, 2280 Aaron St, Port Charlotte Operations will cease at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18 and begin again on […]