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No suspects in skate park vandalism
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No suspects in skate park vandalism

Mar 2, 2020 – SUN contributor
February 25, 2020
By SUN contributor
Special magistrate hears code cases

Special magistrate hears code cases

HOLMES BEACH – Four cases came in front of special magistrate Michael Connolly Feb. 19, including one repeat offender. The first case concerned work without a permit and a davit that was construct…
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February 18, 2020
By Joe Hendricks
Sunshine defendant accused of violating mediation confidentiality

Sunshine defendant accused of violating mediation confidentiality

BRADENTON BEACH – On behalf of the city of Bradenton Beach, attorney Robert Watrous has filed a motion seeking to impose sanctions on Sunshine Law lawsuit defendant Reed Mapes. In July, Circuit Co…
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February 18, 2020
By SUN contributor
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No stormwater fee relief for residents

HOLMES BEACH – There won’t be reduced stormwater fees on any Holmes Beach property owner’s trim notice in the fall. Commissioners voted in December to raise the city’s stormwater fee to $2.95 per…
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February 18, 2020
By SUN contributor
Skate park opens to cheers from local skaters

Skate park opens to cheers from local skaters

HOLMES BEACH – After months of anticipation and a lot of help from the community, the city’s new Community Skate Park finally opened Feb. 15. A cheer went up from community members and local skaters…
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February 17, 2020
By Joe Hendricks
City responds to Suncoast Waterkeeper water pollution concerns

City responds to Suncoast Waterkeeper pollution concerns

BRADENTON BEACH – On Monday, Feb. 17, the city of Bradenton Beach issued a press release in response to concerns raised in a Friday, Feb. 14 press release issued by the Suncoast Waterkeeper organizat…
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February 17, 2020
By Cindy Lane
Author delights historical society

Author delights historical society

ANNA MARIA – Anna Maria Island Historical Society members were treated to a presentation at Roser Church on Friday about Patrick D. Smith’s well-known book, “A Land Remembered,” the story of a fictio…
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February 17, 2020
By Joe Hendricks
Pier opening delayed by electrical issues

Pier opening delayed by electrical issues

ANNA MARIA – Mayor Dan Murphy and the Anna Maria Commission are planning the opening ceremonies for the new City Pier, but the exact date of the opening remains unknown due to an electrical issue…
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February 16, 2020
By Joe Hendricks
High enterococcus levels in Bradenton Beach waters cause for concern

High enterococcus levels cause for concern

BRADENTON BEACH – “Extremely high” pollution levels have been discovered at the Bradenton Beach bayfront, according to Suncoast Waterkeeper Executive Director Andy Mele and board Chair Joe McClash…
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February 11, 2020
By SUN contributor
Lighting up the neighborhood

Lighting up the neighborhood

HOLMES BEACH – Commissioners are considering amending the city’s sign ordinance to allow hotels and motels in the A-1 residential area along the beach to have lighted signs – just not the kind that o…
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February 11, 2020
By SUN contributor
Community garden proposed for Holmes Beach

Community garden proposed for Holmes Beach

HOLMES BEACH – The city’s Parks and Beautification Committee members are considering a new project – the possibility of installing a community garden. Holmes Beach resident Mary Catherine Melancon…
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