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WebThe owners of Moss Marina, who have been seeking a land use change for property at the marina and nearby to develop a multi-hotel development on Fort Myers Beach, have pulled back their application from a public hearing that had been scheduled for Monday, May 6. The Town of Fort Myers Beach made the announcement […]
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Web2 days ago · April 30, 2024 - Fort Myers Beach News. The first sea turtle crawl of the season was reported this morning on Fort Myers Beach with the discovery of a fresh set of sea turtle tracks. Turtle Time considers the tracks to be a "false crawl" because no nests were dug and no eggs were laid. The sea turtle nesting season officially begins ...
Santini Plaza gets closer to reopening from hurricane
WebJan 17, 2024 · Nine months before Hurricane Ian landed on Fort Myers Beach, Golden Beach businessman Yariv Shaked made a substantial investment on the island. He purchased Santini Plaza, the prime shopping center in town, for a cool $18.6 million. The devastation from the hurricane put Shaked in a position he …
BoatUS: How to recover your boat after a hurricane
WebOct 10, 2022 · Boat owners in Florida, Georgia, South and North Carolina are starting recovery efforts after Hurricane Ian. To help those affected, Boat Owners Association of These United States (BoatUS) offers five tips to help recover recreational vessels and begin the salvage process. “The goal for any boat owner is to try to prevent further damage if […]
Neptune Resort looks to double size in rebuild
WebAug 14, 2023 · A rendering of the proposed new Neptune Resort. Provided by The Neighborhood Company “We are paying close attention to what we are hearing from the public,” Vanasse said. He said they plan on submitting plans to the Local Planning Agency “real soon.”. Vanasse said the owners want to retain The Neptune Resort as a “100 % hotel.”. The hotel was a “good performing asset” for the ...
The return of Gatlin - News, Sports, Jobs - FORT MYERS
WebFeb 3, 2021 · Gatlin, the musical duo of Andrea and Darryl who sing covers of pop and country hits, as well as some original tunes, is back performing every Tuesday and Wednesday night at the Parrot Key Caribbean Grill on Fort Myers Beach. They sing a variety of covers, as well as some original country material, and take requests. / …
Fort Myers Beach officials decry FEMA action to end flood …
WebApr 2, 2024 · The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the end of its 25% discount for flood insurance for Fort Myers Beach and much of Lee County in a gut punch that local officials decried for its swiftness. Yet FEMA officials cited correspondence to Lee County officials dating back to last summer detailing concerns about the issuance […]
PHOTO GALLERY: Florida deaths rise to 47 amid struggle to …
WebOct 2, 2022 · FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Rescuers evacuated stunned survivors on a large barrier island cut off by Hurricane Ian and Florida’s death toll climbed sharply, as hundreds of thousands of people were still sweltering without power days after the monster storm rampaged from the state’s southwestern coast up to …
Liszak named humanitarian of the year - FORT MYERS
WebJan 6, 2021 · Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce President and Sea Gypsy Inn owner Jacki Liszak was named humanitarian of the year based on the nominations of readers and businesses in the Fort Myers Beach Observer’s Best of the Beach section. In her fifth year since taking over the chamber in 2016, Liszak has had no shortage […]
New children’s book inspired by Fort Myers Beach
WebAug 10, 2023 · The 36-page book is illustrated by Cecilia Edwards. This is their third collaboration together. Though the book is based on a generic beach, the picture book features illustrations inspired by places in Fort Myers Beach including the Fort Myers Beach Pier, the poinsettia tree and clock at Times Square, along with the dolphins and sea turtles.
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