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Meet The Cooneys
Building Empire. Growing up in East Hampton, Long Island, John Cooney was always drawn to architecture. East Hampton and Naples have large tourist communities with opposite peak seasons. The architecture fascinated John from a young age. He began his career as a beach boy and then became a lifeguard, spending time admiring the oceanfront homes. These homes showcased a postmodern shingle style with cedar shingles, white trim, and windows, alongside sculptural modernist architecture. His curiosity led him to quit lifeguarding to work as a mason’s helper, a tough job that allowed him to explore construction sites and further his interest in architecture.
Weird attractions in SWFL: We found Skunk Ape Research, Ghost Tours, more
Here in Southwest Florida, beaches are a great way to beat the heat, and Collier County has some hidden treasures for those looking for an adventure. We've dug up some odd and hidden attractions for you to discover. 1. Skunk Ape Research Headquarters. A cousin of the Bigfoot folktale, Skunk...
Inside look at $21 million Naples Players Theater, set to open at the end of May
After a year of construction, The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theater is set to open their door on May 31 after completing a $21 million renovation project. In 1953, The Naples Players was a growing performance group that led them to their main venue inside the Sugden Community Theater in 1998.
Best SW Florida reader photos include Cape Coral, Fort Myers Beach and Naples nature pics
Do you have a picture from paradise you’d like to share with Tropicalia readers? We’d love to print it. Email photos to tropicalia@news-press.com. Be sure to include your full name, where you took the picture and what kind of camera or phone you used. Get snapping!. Note: Photos...
More Explores: Pazzo! Cucino Italiana
NAPLES, Fla. — Do you love Italian food? Pazzo! Cucina Italiana in Naples is a great spot to eat homemade pasta. The restaurant also features dishes like filet, seared salmon, and Branzino. Pazzo! Cucina Italiana is open Sunday to Thursday 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday to Saturday...
Baby raccoons taken to Conservancy of SWFL after being found on Naples Airport ramp
NAPLES, Fla. — Two young raccoons found themselves in an unusual spot on the Naples Airport ramp. According to the airport's Facebook, the baby raccoons, aka kits, were found by line techs with no mother in sight. However, they were safely taken to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. The...
Paul Fleming expanding Lake Park Diner, PJK restaurant concepts
The second location that opened this month in North Naples launched the expansion of the Lake Park Diner concept that began in 2019 in the Lake Park neighborhood of Naples. Lake Park Diner co-owners Smith Organics and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group anticipate 50 locations of what will be a Naples-based chain.
‘Watts for Dinner’: Barbacoa, Pollo Quisado highlight Garibaldi’s visit
Our next dining destination is Garibaldi’s Mexican Grill & Bakery in South Naples. Things got off to an appetizing start with some house made chips and salsa (gratis) and a side of guacamole ($5.99). The corn chips are thick and crunchy, a signature here, and you also get salsa....
Naples-area homeowner discovers bear broke in, raided her fridge
NEAR NAPLES, Fla. (WSVN) — A homeowner near Naples was surprised to discover a bear-y big intruder made itself at home. The Golden Gate Estates resident said she noticed the door to one of her fridges was wide open and decided to look at her security camera to find out who the culprit was.
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