Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, Editorial.
This week, the English comedian and actor Russell Brand held a podcast discussion on God with scientist Bret Weinstein. Most do not know Weinstein. Many do not know who Brand is; he is a British comedian, TV host and actor, who might be best known in America for his very brief marriage to singer Katy […]
Written by Boca Beacon on . Posted in Obituaries.
Some individuals lead a life of quiet service to others, spreading joy and providing assistance to those in need whenever possible. Such a person was Pamela Morris Hannah, who passed away Wednesday, May 22, following a lengthy battle with acute leukemia. Pam, who along with her husband, Larry, was a longtime Boca Grande resident, was […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Profiles.
If a church wanted to show the ideal family to represent what they want its family-centered ministry to look like, they could not have done a better job than the Lighthouse United Methodist Church has done. The new head of that ministry is Ana Maria Eyrich. She is married to the head of the church’s […]
Written by Guest Columnist on . Posted in Columns, News, Sports & Outdoors.
BY ARLENE HALLBGSTA SECRETARY Timing was everything for BGSTA Turtle Patroller Tammy Rigney. She was running a little late getting onto the beach for her morning patrol, but it paid off for her when she came upon a loggerhead turtle just starting to nest on the beach. Tammy and her husband, George, who happened to […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in News, Sports & Outdoors.
Results from Saturday There were 17 participants in the May 18, 2024 youth tournament, held at the Boca Grande Fishing Pier, and sponsored by Lee County Parks & Recreation. Every child who entered caught at least one fish and they each also each received a raffle prize. Raffle prizes included bait buckets with key chains, […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Featured News, News, Police & Fire.
The Boca Grande Fire Department held a ceremony last week on Wednesday, May 15 to promote Patrick O’Connor, Jason Hutchinson and Dustin Rossow to lieutenants. Family members, friends and members of the department filled out the building’s conference room as Chief C.W. Blosser presented the three new badges and helmets. A family member or fellow […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Community, News, Police & Fire.
Planning begins to ensure island leadership is ready for hurricanes Leaders of many island organizations gathered Monday to talk about the upcoming hurricane season and working together in the event of future emergency. The event was held at the Boca Grande Fire Department and led by Chief C.W. Blosser. The event began with a report […]
Written by Staff Report on . Posted in Education, Events, Featured News, News.
Each year, the fifth graders at The Island School write of their favorite moments at the school, and their future plans, just before graduation. Below, our graduates: Sophie Benson I was very fortunate to have gone to this amazing school, especially starting in kindergarten. Although it is sad to leave The Island School, I’m looking […]
Written by Garland Pollard on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Sports & Outdoors.
Caterpillars earlier this month denuded many of the leaves of the historic banyan trees on Banyan Street, thought it appears that the trees are beginning to recover as of this week. Visitor Colleen Flynn noticed the issue on a recent visit and contacted the Boca Beacon. “We were last here for a couple of weeks […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News.
Heading to Alabama; left island Wednesday The surprise visit of one of the last two remaining Navy PT boats to Gasparilla Island caused a stir on its visit this week. A Facebook post called the ship a “bad boy as it floated by the house.” “What an incredible sighting tonight as I was sipping champagne […]