Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, Featured News, News.
There are a few December dates left to pick up parking permits in person at the Crowninshield Community House. To ensure continued access for residents, employees, volunteers and visitors, Lee County has added multiple January dates. Applications for Zone “A” Resident decals, Zone “C” Island Employee and Volunteer decals, and Zone “D” House Guest placards can […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community History, Featured News, News, Real Estate.
The Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board approved the demolition of a historic beach compound at 1000 10th St. Attending for the committee were Dennis Maloomian, Jerry Edgerton, Paul Eddy, Becky Paterson, Barbara Wickwire, Peggy Stanley and Chairman Bill Caldwell. The house is a large, sprawling Spanish style compound fronting on the Gulf at the end […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News.
Grace Haly, the daughter of Dr. Emily Haly and Adam Haly, is recovering after a paragliding accident in Switzerland in October. “We are struggling with this new normal,” said Dr. Emily Haly, who is back in Florida as she helps her daughter recover on the East Coast. Grace went to Switzerland for her sophomore year […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, Community, News.
‘Encroachment issues’ across island on Lee County right-of-ways Beginning Dec. 1, just over 300 Boca Grande residents received letters requesting the removal of unpermitted or unauthorized items from the Lee County right-of-way. “Per direction from the Board of County Commissioners, staff sent letters to any property owner with identified right-of-way encroachments, requesting that these items […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News.
BY LIGHTHOUSEUNITED METHODIST CHURCH Food insecurities have become a growing concern in recent months. The demands on food pantries have increased dramatically, not just locally, but nationwide. Keeping up with the demand continues to be a challenge for all those agencies that serve their communities. The Lighthouse United Methodist Church of Boca Grande has stepped […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Obituaries.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas C. McDermott, who left us on December 7, 2025 at the age of 89. Surrounded by his loving family, he passed away peacefully at his home in Pittsford, NY. He is predeceased by his first wife, Gloria McDermott, and his sister, Dorothea Warren. […]
Written by Angela McPhillips on . Posted in Profiles.
A fresh perspective at the Pass Club When Boca Bay Pass Club sought a new executive chef, they wanted someone who could refine the dining experience by elevating familiar member favorites with sharper technique, richer flavor and a broader global perspective. They found that balance in Chef Steve Polowy, who brings more than 30 years […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Community, Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: Leaf blowers driving you inside? Glad you’re not home when your neighbors’ crews are scheduled? Have you had to restrict your activities due to the toxic cloud put at head height by their use? Exposure to fine particulate matter is linked to developing Alzheimer’s and worsens existing disease. The American Lung Association […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: Gasparilla Island State Park is an oceanfront treasure. This resource is currently underused. The state park has over one mile of beachfront land with five parking areas. There are two swimming beaches, Sea Grape and Dune Beach. There is parking in five different lots for a total of 227 cars. It would […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Community History.
FIVE YEARS AGO GIWA’s Water Reclamation Facility had completed the final pour of concrete for two new concrete tanks and an elevated platform. TEN YEARS AGO Bayne Stevenson hosted the annual sandcastle party for The Island School children at his island home. The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority was teasing the island with an announcement of […]