Written by Boca Beacon Reader on . Posted in Letters to the Editor.
To the Editor: Since this season began, we have been experiencing the increasing degradation of our Historic District and its residential beach street neighborhoods, which on some days, are completely overrun. Beach parking has been chaotic and is overflowing into adjacent areas causing visibility and safety issues. This is the direct result of the unprecedented, […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News, Society.
The beautiful, newly refurbished J.McLaughlin store is now open! They wish to thank you for the warm welcome received from the community and are excited to be back and very grateful for your enthusiasm and spirit. Stop by and visit Caroline Farrington (left) and Ellen Drawdy at 360 Park Ave., Boca Grande. […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
There will be a Celebration of Life for the late Pamela Morris Hannah on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 at Lighthouse United Methodist Church. The service is at 4 p.m. Pam Hannah died Wednesday, May 22, 2024, following a lengthy battle with acute leukemia. Pam is survived by her husband, Larry J. Hannah; daughter, Laura A. […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles.
Wade Staniar From the time he was quite young, Wade Staniar has had a special affection for trees. In fact, he would say he had a passion for them. That passion led to a career in forestry, land management, real estate sales and consulting that has brought satisfaction in many areas of his life. Trees […]
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Orlington Sinclair, son of Carlington Sinclair, was awarded the L.A. Ainger M.S. 8th grade Advanced Art Class/Charlotte County red ribbon. Photo submitted
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Events.
The Lost Melody jazz trio performed at the All That Jazz event on Monday in the Community Center Auditorium. Photo by Cheryl
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Entertainment, Events, News.
Ahead: Evan Thomas Road to Surrender: Three Men and the Countdown to the End of World War II by American journalist Evan Thomas is at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26 Thomas takes us on the “Road to Surrender,” a historical narrative behind the dropping of the atomic bomb. Go to friendsofbocagrande.org/events/.
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Community, News, Sports & Outdoors.
The walking path is officially OPEN! Please continue to use caution while using the GICIA Bike Path. Crews will finish correcting the steep, washed-out areas along the Charlotte County stretch of the Bike Path by the end of February. Be aware that sand may be on the pavement while work is underway, and heavy […]
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The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to authorize staff to pursue the purchase of two parcels, including an 80.5-acre parcel in Bokeelia, for the Conservation 20/20 land acquisition program. The Bokeelia parcel is near the Conservation 20/20 Smokehouse Bay Preserve and within the Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve on the northeastern portion of Pine […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Columns, Community History, Featured News, News.
BY KAREN GRACE,BOCA GRANDE HISTORY CENTER In July 1983, the Boca Grande Community Theater staged its first play, “Out of the Frying Pan.” The Boca Beacon noted that for some of the cast and crew “it was like jumping into the fire with their first-ever performance.” Only four of the 12-member cast had any previous […]