Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News.
A number of Charlotte and Lee citizens and businesses came out to the joint meeting of the Charlotte and Lee County Commissioners in Punta Gorda to talk about the issue of Boca Grande and access to its beaches. Nine of 10 commissioners from both counties were at the meeting, where numerous interlocal agreements were discussed […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Profiles.
Boca Grande residents and officials came out to attend and speak at a joint meeting of Charlotte and Lee counties held in Punta Gorda. “I think this is something we need to do more often,” said Charlotte Commissioner Chris Constance. The Tuesday meeting was the first in over five years; the last was in Lee […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: On behalf of Suncoast Humane Society, we would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the Boca Grande community for the generous support it showed at the 5th Annual Dogs for Dogs fundraiser held on April 4, 2025. We also would like to thank the very talented Green Flash Band for providing great […]
Written by VAN HUBBARD on . Posted in Columns, Opinion, Sports & Outdoors.
Easter. Plus, we do not have a rewind if you want that photo Easter is our most significant religious holiday. It’s also a time many of our winter visitors head home. Spring’s fishing blossoms with flowers, and hungry fish and less people. We are thankful for Jesus’ sacrifice and blessed to enjoy our special piece […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial.
On a beautiful Easter weekend, there are family visits, decisions about seating and the ultimate choice, ham or lamb? To be honest, this editor is in both camps on that one. The key is to ensure that if there is ham, there must be cheese covered scalloped potatoes. The weather this week has been perfect. […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Columns, Sports & Outdoors.
BY CAPT. WILL WATERHOUSE We have had another great week of fishing here in Boca Grande and are catching all sorts of different species. From the usual snook, redfish and trout along with lots of jacks, sharks, and even tarpon. Lots of white baits has started to show up and it’s got the snook fired […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Events.
Spring fun is washing ashore at Gasparilla Island! Join the Barrier Island Parks Society for its beloved annual tradition — the Great Seashell Hunt — on Wednesday, April 16, at 11 a.m. at the Gasparilla Island Lighthouse. Inspired by the resourcefulness of the lighthouse keepers who once called the Port Boca Grande Lighthouse home, this […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News, Real Estate.
GIWA rate change At their April 1, 2025, meeting, the Lee County Board of County Commissioners adopted a resolution to approve Gasparilla Island Water Association’s new rate structure. On January 21, 2025, GIWA’s membership voted to implement a new rate structure with a 3.5 percent increase on April 1, 2025, followed by 7 percent on […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Education, Featured News, News.
BY THE BOCA GRANDE PRESCHOOL Despite the challenges wrought by Hurricanes Helene and Milton last fall, and despite the subsequent dislocation of the Boca Grande Preschool from its longstanding space on the campus of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, The Boca Grande Preschool is thriving. “Make Way for Ducklings,” Robert McCloskey’s classic children’s book, […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
George Cooke Robinson passed away on April 1st, 2025, at age 81, due to complications from a fall. George was an avid traveler, chef, dog lover and investor who put his family above all else. George is survived by his partner of almost 30 years, Donna Moore; son Michael Robinson (Virginia); grandsons Brooks and Luke; […]