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BY ARLENE HALL, BGSTA SECRETARY A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the need to keep the beaches flat, filling in holes and leveling sand structures. But Mother Nature doesn’t listen to anyone, and she will create high hills and steep cliffs wherever she pleases, thank you very much. The astounding movement of sand […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Community, News.
At the end of May the sanctuary of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church looked remarkably like it did before the ravages of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The pews are back in place and the artwork has been cleaned and restored as well. In the church bulletin of May 25, Fr. Anthony Hewitt, Pastor, reported […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in News, Real Estate.
A full house is expected Tuesday, June 17, when Maronda Homes takes the microphone at what is billed as a “Town Hall Meeting” regarding the proposed development of Harbor Village, proposed for the area north of South Gulf Cove and south of McCall Road. This meeting was initiated by Maronda Homes. Participants are invited to ask […]
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Charlotte County has said it is reopening Englewood Beach parking, after a letter from the Englewood Chamber of Commerce, and a citizen protest on Friday, May 30. Englewood Chamber Director Doug Izzo sent out a letter of appreciation to the county for its decision. “Thank you, Commissioner [Bill] Truex, for listening to the community and […]
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Coral Creek Bridge will experience temporary lane closures from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday, June 12, through Friday, June 13, for bridge rehabilitation work. Travelers are directed to a detour with signage and should allow extra time when planning to travel through this area. For information, contact Chad Ray at (941) 575-3643.
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Lee County government reminds homeowners and professional landscapers to “Stop Fertilizing Gnome Matter What” beginning Sunday, June 1, until Tuesday, Sept. 30. Fertilizers containing nitrogen or phosphorous may not be applied to turf or landscape plants in unincorporated Lee County within this period. Lee County is continuing its 2024 campaign, featuring a gnome named Lee […]
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BY BETSY FUGATE JOINER Ladies Howl at Moon Tournament will be held Saturday, June 21 from 7 to 10 p.m. The weekend events begin with Ladies Night Out Friday, June 20, from 5:30-7:30 at Scarpa’s Coastal upstairs. You can pick up your bags and join in the fun and get your raffle tickets. We have lots […]
Written by Sheila Evans on . Posted in Community, Featured News, News.
In interview last week he shared thoughts after visit Editor’s Note: The Boca Beacon sat down with Commissioner David Mulicka for a profile two weeks ago. He had additional thoughts on beach access, and shared them with our reporter, Sheila Evans. Below are some of his transcribed thoughts on the issue, which help to shed […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Featured News, News, Police & Fire.
Hurricane season has officially begun and the time to prepare is now. Part of that preparation for Gasparilla Island residents, property owners and business owners should be to obtain hurricane passes from the Boca Grande Fire Department. A driver’s license with a Boca Grande address may still be used for re-entry after a storm; however, […]
Written by Anna Ridilla on . Posted in Breaking News, News, Police & Fire.
Surgeons were able to reattach hand A little after noon on Wednesday, June 11, a nine-year-old girl was injured by an apparent shark bite on the 2200 block of Shore Lane, according to Lee EMS alerts. The 911 alert, which went out at 12:11 p.m., read: “SHARK IN THE WATER/KID ARM INJ; SERIOUS bleeding; ARM […]