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Englewood Bank & Trust is participating in the Marine Corps Foundation’s annual Toys for Tots campaign. People are invited to donate unwrapped toys during business hours at any branch through December 12. Locations for donations include: The bank’s main office, 1111 S. McCall Rd., Englewood, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Fridays […]
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BY SUE ERWIN – He’s a semi-retired lawyer and mediator, a clinical psychotherapist, a father, and he’s been enjoying this past year living full time in Boca Grande. Many folks on the island are already familiar with Robert Levine, who recently performed a role in the Royal Palm Players’ production of “The Best Man.” But he […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN To celebrate the beginning of railroad week in Boca Grande, Historical Society Secretary Nancy Lyons dressed in railroad workers’ apparel and introduced guest speaker John Gibson to a crowd gathered at the historical railroad depot in town. Gibson spoke in detail about the history of the railway in Boca Grande and the […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN If you are an island resident and you’ve experienced issues with balance or perhaps even had a bad fall, you’ve most likely met Denise Elliot, a physical therapist at the Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation annex building. Denise is the clinical director of operations and specializes in fall prevention, a common problem which can […]
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Oh, have you ever been in a traffic crash, minor or otherwise? After all, accidents do happen, so here are some pointers and Florida Law as it relates to traffic crashes, personal injury, property damage and your responsibilities as they relate to such incidents. A motor vehicle operator who is involved in a crash with […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN The Boca Grande Historical Society is seeking volunteers for the upcoming season at the History Center. Assistance is needed to help preserve Gasparilla Island’s unique history. Docents are desired, as well as a photographer, grant writers, community documenters and other general office assistants. Hospitality help is also needed as well as […]
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A celebration of the life of Steve Seidensticker will be held on Thursday, Oct. 25 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Edson Keith Estate, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. In lieu of cards and flowers, the family is asking for donations to Steve Seidensticker Memorial Fund to benefit Miss Susie’s c/o Gulf Coast Community Foundation, […]
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The Scholarship Committee of the Boca Grande Woman’s Club is now accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year. In 2018, 52 scholars received financial support from the Boca Grande Woman’s Club. Applicants for the program must meet the following criteria: 1) be applying for admission to a school of higher education (including some technical programs); […]
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■ BY SUE ERWIN There’s a new sergeant in town, and he brings a vast amount of experience with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. After 13 years with the organization, Sgt. Cecil Fitch started his position in Boca Grande on July 2, 2018. Originally from Tiffin, Ohio, Cecil worked at American Standard innovative bath and kitchen […]
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BY SUE ERWIN – Phelisha Doggett, a dispatcher at Grande Aire Services for the past five years, caught the first fish at the 2018 Ladies Mix, Match or Draw Tarpon Tournament held in July in Boca Grande Pass. She was invited to fish with a team aboard the Phil-Jack, led by Capt. Matt Coleman. Catching the first […]