Friends of Boca Grande announced the appointment of Martina Long as their new program director this Monday. Long has a wealth ...

Lee County Property Appraiser Matt Caldwell has released the July 1 tax roll values. The release of the tax roll values ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is preparing to implement a new law aimed at strengthening vessel ...

In Florida, possession of live queen conch at any time is prohibited, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation ...

A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater aircrew rescued 2 children and 3 adults, today after their 28-foot vessel became ...

A $1.5 million appropriations request for a Boca Grande Fire Control District ladder truck replacement was vetoed by Gov. Ron ...

While a new parking plan is under consideration by Lee County, what is not defined in the ordinance is how much these permits ...

Charlotte County Parks & Natural Resources are accepting artwork beginning July 1 for “Lights Out for Sea Turtles,” a ...

Featuring Wanamakers, gumbo limbo and Sugarshack The July/August edition of the Boca Beacon’s Gasparilla Island Magazine is ...

Above, an archival photo of the old Collier Inn, with its famous steps. Boca Beacon archives A group of homeowners of Useppa ...

Kimberly Struhar at Kappy’s Island Shoppe Island Ice Cream serves up delicious ice cream with a smile. This smiling crew was ...

As the weather heats up, stop in to the cool shops and spend some time checking out the seasonal merchandise available. Shown ...