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Three crashes damage two businesses, one crosswalk signal
HOLMES BEACH – Two cars drove into two neighboring businesses on two separate days last week, followed by a crash into a crosswalk signal and pedestrian barrier at the nearby intersection of Marina and Gulf drives. Six people were injured in the accidents, none reported as critical. The first...
Marina bar remains closed
BRADENTON BEACH – After city officials put a halt to what they said was the unpermitted operation of a new bar at the Bradenton Beach Marina in March, building official Darin Cushing said the proper approval process is now underway. On March 25, the Marina Facebook page announced the...
Treat mom to a Mediterranean Mother’s Day brunch at Allelo
TAMPA (BLOOM) – Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and Allelo in St. Petersburg has something special planned to make this day unforgettable for all the wonderful moms out there. If you’re looking to treat your mom to a delightful brunch experience, this is the perfect spot. On Sunday, May 12, Allelo will be […]
Local designer featured at Bealls Florida
BRADENTON – Kelly Hunt grew up on Anna Maria Island and her Island-inspired creative designs appear on a line of beach towels now sold at 68 Bealls Florida stores statewide. Hunt now lives in Bradenton with her husband, Courtland, and their son Kellan, and her parents, Scott and Karen Moore, remain longtime Holmes Beach residents.
Dashcam video: Wrong-way driver on I-275
A St. Petersburg woman was arrested after driving in the wrong direction early on Tuesday morning, according to officials. Troopers say 27-year-old Cynthia Serrano Roncal was drunk when she drove north in the southbound lanes.
Tarpon primer: Part One
Tarpon season is one of the most anticipated times of the year in local waters. While I’ve encountered tarpon occasionally most every month of the year, April through July is the time ardent anglers turn their sights to these beautiful fish. Their arrival in numbers worth pursuing is generally water temperature dependent. The magic number is debatable and a moving target, but as a general rule, when water temperatures hit the 80s, it’s time to get serious.
13 Sarasota area restaurants get high-priority violations, 16 ace inspections
Our digital database of restaurant health inspections is updated regularly with the latest information on which Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice area restaurants passed or failed. You can use the database to search by Sarasota or Manatee County or by restaurant name. You can see which restaurants were fined and which...
A couple planned a new chapter in St. Petersburg. A homicide changed everything.
ST. PETERSBURG — After living apart for more than a year, St. Petersburg was supposed to be the place where Tim Pustelak and his partner reunited. Pustelak, 49, moved to Florida from Pennsylvania in late 2022 for a job. Shannon Colussi wasn’t ready to leave hers, so she stayed behind and visited once a month.
CEO of St. Pete-based tech company's Jabil placed on leave amid investigation
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The CEO of St. Petersburg-based tech company Jabil Inc. has been placed on leave during an internal investigation. Kenneth "Kenny" Wilson, who was named CEO of the global electronics manufacturing firm less than a year ago, was placed on paid leave on April 15, according to a filing from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Holmes Beach businesses recovering after cars crash into storefronts
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Within the past week, Holmes Beach has seen two reports of cars crashing into storefronts. Within the past week, Holmes Beach has seen two reports of cars crashing into storefronts. Gypsea Tides Beach Boutique, Reed Fitness and Physical Therapy and Raders Reef all incurred damages.
Officials discuss state plan to replace Longboat Pass Bridge
LONGBOAT KEY – Members of the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials (BIEO) discussed the proposed new Longboat Pass Bridge on April 17. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District One has initiated a project development and environment study for SR 789 (Gulf Drive/Gulf of Mexico Drive) from North Shore Road on Longboat Key to the Coquina Beach entrance in Bradenton Beach.
Mayors propose to regulate mangroves
LONGBOAT KEY – The mayors of the three Anna Maria Island cities and Longboat Key are considering making a joint application to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) to obtain local control over mangrove regulations. The discussion took place at the Coalition of Barrier Island Elected Officials (BIEO)...
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