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The new American Cruise Lines American Pioneer came through the Boca Grande Pass around 8 a.m. Wednesday to visit Punta Gorda. It was her first visit through the Pass. According to stats, she is 242 feet long, and was built in 2025. She is on a round trip Florida Gulf Coast and Keys Cruise, originating […]
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Demolition of 10th Street house on Preservation agenda The demolition of 1000 10th St. due to hurricane damage will be the subject of the upcoming meeting of the Boca Grande Historic Preservation Board at 10 a.m. on Dec. 10 at St. Andrew’s Chapter House, 380 Gilchrist Ave. The item is SCA2025-00019, 1000 10th St. Demo, […]
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The Lee Board of County Commissioners appointed Commissioner Kevin Ruane and County Manager Dave Harner to represent Lee County in upcoming mediation with Charlotte County regarding the Boca Grande parking ordinance. The resolution, which was passed unanimously last week at the Charlotte County Commissioners meeting, initiates Florida Statute Chapter 164, which is a state-mandated process […]
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Friends of Boca Grande Community Center held its annual meeting this Tuesday, as they reported on the past year’s recovery from fall hurricanes. In recent years, there have been many setbacks, from COVID-19 to storms, said Executive Director Marta Howell. With the last bout of hurricanes, even the staff did not think they could bounce […]
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Restoration of the historic Teacherage continues, for future use as Boca Bargains. The Lee County structure was vacant from 1964, when the Boca Grande School closed until 1971, when it was converted to an office/residence for the Lee County Department of Transportation. It was renovated in 2005 by Lee County. It originally housed both Boca […]
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The Boca Grande Farmer’s Market is returning Friday, Nov. 21 at the same location as last year, at the Bayou across from the Pink Elephant. The market will run each Friday through the spring from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New vendors this season are Crazy Joe’s Peanut Butter, The Shrimpman, The Kingdom Bowl (acai […]
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The Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority board voted to stay neutral on the Boca Grande parking issue, recommitting to their mission and role as bridge to the island. The board’s statement, sent to Charlotte County Administrator Hector Flores reads: “At GIBA, we have always been clear on our mission to provide safe and efficient traffic flow […]
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Robert A. Dishman, Ph.D., of Chatham, MA and Boca Grande, FL, passed away on September 27, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on May 7, 1944, in Miami, FL, to the late Robert and Ann Dishman. Bob spent his early life in Durham, NH, where he graduated from Oyster River High School. He went […]
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Childhood shaped by local waters For marine scientist JoEllen Wilson, protecting Southwest Florida’s juvenile tarpon habitats isn’t just part of the job. It carries forward a family history rooted in Charlotte Harbor and Boca Grande for decades. Wilson’s connection to the island stretches back through her mother’s family. Her great-grandparents, Ray and Eileen Maus, owned […]
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To the Editor: The Suncoast Humane Society would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in our recent pet food and cat litter donation drive. Your generosity made a significant impact. Residents from various local communities came together to donate essential items at drop-off locations across Venice, Englewood and Boca Grande. Cecy […]