Cloudy mornings on LBK beaches have a pleasing two-fold effect. They allow me to see birds without the glare of water and ...

The Fourth of July Top Dogs are: Most Patriotic is Ahshoka, an Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix owned by Anne Ambtman (Top middle pic in gallery). Most Creative is Lottie Lowry, a Mini Poodle, ...

Longboat Key has officially met its fundraising goal of $4 million for the new Community Hall at the Town Center Green. This future 200-person facility will provide a versatile space for community ...

Beverages in cans seem better choices for these occasions. For those who prefer not to drink from cans, bring along “keeper” plastic glasses such as Turvis Tumblers or stemless plastic wine glasses. A ...

The City of Sarasota with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Sarasota County will soon begin a comprehensive coastal protection project to restore and fortify Lido Beach. Beach renourishment is ...

Collectively, property owners in Sarasota and its barrier islands are no sooner sorting out the damage and destruction from last year’s storms than having to face the fast-approaching 2025 storm ...

Longboat Key News and Sarasota City News encourages Letters to the Editor on timely issues. Please email to: [email protected] or mail to PO Box 8001, Longboat Key, FL 34228. We also print letters ...

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The following are actual police reports as written by Longboat Key Police Officers. They are edited for length, punctuation and to protect privacy. July 4 Fishing 10:26 a.m. Officer Troyer was ...

Longboat Key News and Sarasota City News encourages Letters to the Editor on timely issues. Please email to: [email protected] or mail to PO Box 8001, Longboat Key, FL 34228. We also print letters ...