Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Featured News, News, Police & Fire.
Cancer is a leading cause of death among firefighters. The Boca Grande Fire Department is attempting to reduce this risk by raising money for new turnout gear that is free from “forever chemicals” linked to cancer. Most current firefighting gear contains measurable amounts of Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, or PFAS. The Boca Grande Fire Department has now […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Featured News, News, Sports & Outdoors.
Before Hurricane Helene, some beachgoers have had questions about the color of the water, which, even on the Gulf of Mexico side of the island, was the light brownish color of a cypress swamp. “Water-wise, we are still experiencing a tremendous amount of rain inland that is causing storm water runoff and hence the tannins […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News.
This Sunday, Pastor Gary Beatty will preach his last message at First Baptist Church in Boca Grande. Beatty announced his retirement last Sunday. “God’s been good to me,” said Beatty. “The island’s been good to me. People have been good to me.” He came to the church in 2000. His wife Betty knew from the […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Mary Ann’s family invites you to join in a celebration of her life. Mary Ann lived a remarkable life surrounding herself with family, friends, and a passion for sharing joy and love. Her legacy will continue to inspire on October 4, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Lighthouse United Methodist Church, 325 3rd St. W, Boca […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
My heart is ready, O God, my heart is ready: I will sing and rehearse a psalm. Arise, O my glory, arise psaltery and harp: I will arise early. I will give praise to thee, O Lord, among the people: I will sing a psalm to thee among the nations.” – Psalm 56(57):8-10 Surrounded by […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Breaking News, News.
The storm PTC 9, expected to be named Helene, will pass through the Gulf of Mexico Wednesday and Thursday. The storm is a large area, and even if not in the cone, expect high winds and higher water. On September 24, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-209, amending Executive Order 24-208, declaring a state of […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: I was horrified to read of a proposal to put up parking meters or some sort of paid parking system in downtown Boca Grande. Parking meters, and even parking apps and kiosks, of course come with parking meter maids, which also means parking tickets. For a community that prides itself as one […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Editorial, News.
Wednesday, the Lee County Board of Commissioners again revisited the issue of Boca Grande parking. When the much discussed “plan” will be presented is unclear, but the Board has meetings on Oct. 2 and Oct. 16. Will we get to see a plan a week before the meeting, something that will affect all the businesses, […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News.
Mystery drywall bucket on Shore Lane Tidbits, talk and quips, wise and otherwise, in Boca Grande this week. No Fords Welcome Here: Resident Bernard Kerrison wrote London’s The Telegraph last week to say comment on the issue of writing letters to big companies and expecting a reply. “After receiving no response, I wrote again to […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Entertainment, Featured News, News.
The September/October edition of Gasparilla Island Magazine is out with new feature stories, recipes, shopping and social pages. Featured stories include a look at the presence of Mercury motors in Florida, the legacy of the Historic Spanish Point, highlights of Old Florida at the Manasota Beach Club, some answers on tarpon habitats (excerpt below), and […]