Written by Marcy Shortuse on . Posted in News.
We told you about the ongoing court case between Boca Grande resident Boots Tolsdorf and a Nantucket beachfront homeowner who ended up with an assault charge after he allegedly pushed Boots twice during an alteration. While Boots claimed to have been below the mark that signifies private property, the homeowner said she was not.
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Obituaries.
Dorothy S. Gibson, of Frostproof, passed away on August 14, 2022, in her home surrounded by family. Dotty was born on December 1, 1929 in Deland to Albert A. Sullivan (deceased) and Edith Carter Sullivan (deceased). She later relocated with her family to Vero Beach, where she finished high school. She then attended Agnes Scott […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles.
Ray grew up in Cuba in the 1950s and early 60s but was forced to flee the country as his father became more and more involved in the fight to bring freedom and prosperity to all the people of Cuba. Initially, this put him and his family in the crosshairs of Fulgencio Batista, and eventually in those of Fidel Castro, as well.
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Samuel A. Dixon, of Englewood, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022, with his family by his side. Sam was born in Richmond, Va., on September 30, 1963 to James O. Dixon (deceased) and Marian C. Dixon. Sam had four brothers: Tim, Tom, Sylvester and Andy, and five sisters: Eva Kate, Kathy, Becky, Ruth and Sarah, […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
Lee Commissioners award contract for new shade structures at 10 Parks & Recreation facilities To the Editor: The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract for new shade structures at 10 Lee County Parks & Recreation facilities. The $1.3 million contract with Florida-based Industrial Shadeports, Inc. is to install shade structures […]
Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: Sanibel and Gasparilla Island are among the top spots for snook fishing in Florida this fall! Snook is one of the all-time favorite species of inshore anglers. And considering they are outstanding fighters as well as a delicious meal, that is no surprise. To ensure healthy populations fishing, for snook is limited, […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Community History, News.
My cousin, Linwood Parrish, was living on a houseboat in the marina and working around with Daddy on the island, and Linwood went to see Farrel Davis and obtained a loan to build a new barge. He and Daddy built the barge from 3/4 inch plywood and pressure-treated lumber, then fiberglassed the bottom. They got an old Lyman lap strake boat for a tow boat, and they were back in business. Daddy got a little flat-fender Willys jeep, built a trailer to put behind it, and we were really uptown! No more carrying lumber by hand! Later they bought a military deuce-and-a-half from Englewood Water District, and then came forklifts, tractors and other equipment. Later we added more length to the barge, about 10 feet if I remember correctly.
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If you have been on the Bike Path recently, you may have noticed that compost has been added where washouts have created areas where there is a steep edge. This week a sod company will be on-site to add sod to these areas. This will create a smoother transition along the path. The completion of this project will be pleasing to the eye and create a more enjoyable experience for path users.
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Community History, News.
The first project to come before the Board was the replacement of an outside stairway at 225 Banyan Street. The stairway is on the south side of the house and is referred to as a “double-winder,” which means it has stairs to the right and left of the centerpoint. This is a short stairway, only four steps on each side. The owner wants to replace it with a single stairway directly in front of the doorway.
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles.
Originally from Ohio, Lindsay and her husband Tyler have been Floridians for the last eight years. They have three children, all born in the state: Shiloh is 6, Hart is 3 and Charlie is 2. Working full time and having three young children does not leave a lot of time for hobbies, but the family enjoys spending time at the playground, camping and going to the beach, especially the beach at Boca Grande.