Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Community History, Featured News, News.
Restoration plans and estimated costs for the Placida Bunkhouse were released from the consultant at the beginning of this week. Included are drawings of what the restoration will look like as well as general recommendations. “This is a step in the process, not the final deliverables,” wrote Charlotte Deputy County Administrator Emily Lewis in an […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Police & Fire.
Labor Day weekend is upon us, and the Boca Grande Fire Department is preparing for any water-related emergencies that may accompany the festivities. Monday, Aug. 26 through Wednesday Aug. 28, members of the fire department used the Boca Bay Beach House pool to practice water rescues in shifts, instructed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife […]
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The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board will meet at 10 a.m. on September 11, 2024, to consider four items, including solar panels in the historic district. Cases include SCA2024-00005, a fence at 1771 17th Street East. This would approve an existing black 48” tall chain-link fence on the north and partial west property lines, and […]
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A beachfront estate on Shore Lane sold this month for $21 million, marking one of the highest property sales in the area. Carol Stewart of Michael Saunders & Company represented both the buyer and the seller in the transaction. The house at 4511 Shore Lane is set on over an acre on the Gulf of Mexico. […]
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Charlotte County officials are working to help with pedestrian safety at the north end of the island on Gasparilla Road. The discussion began with the possibility of creating a cross-walk across Gasparilla Road, at the intersection of Gulf Shores Drive. The Board of County Commissioners addressed the issue at their July 17 meeting, and noted […]
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While some restaurants and businesses are closed this time of year, many are still open and are rolling out sales during this Labor Day weekend and beyond. “There’s a lot to offer at great prices this time of year,” said Ruth Amen of The Palm on Park. “It will definitely be worth the visit.” The […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, Entertainment, News, Police & Fire, Sports & Outdoors.
No permit required, but fire, sheriff and Coast Guard present Possibly over 50,000 people are anticipated to attend the Boca H20 Music Festival, to be held on Saturday just off the north end of the island. The music festival runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is held in the water, with performers on […]
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Charles E. “Chuck” or “Charlie” Blanchard, age 80, passed away on August 17, 2024 at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada. He was surrounded by loved ones. After a long illness, he made the choice to go into Hospice care, and had time to reminisce, enjoying notes and calls from friends and loved ones. Charlie was […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor, Sports & Outdoors.
To the Editor: I wish to thank Ms. Savas for her eye-opening article on wind turbines (Aug. 23, 2024 issue). The inefficiency, number one. The harm even one can cause when it is damaged and breaks apart. The miles of cable laid beneath the water to be able reach anyone. Anyone? Where is the funding […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Editorial.
In the last year we have had multiple situations where individuals stepped out, said something, called a neighbor, called an official and made something change. Very often with our readers, there is a sort of WASPy pride, where they do not want attention for themselves, and wish for only good things to happen in the […]