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Greater Pine Island Civic Association President Helen Fox opened February’s monthly meeting with a reminder that Pine Islanders live on the land of the Caloos

To the editor: Greetings to all resident Pine Islanders, as well as those passing through and long-term guests visiting our amazing island wh

According to the late Carl Sagan, “The health of our civilization, the depth of our awareness about the underpinnings of our culture and our concern for the f

The Calusa Land Trusts monthly work/fun party will be held this Saturday, Jan. 8, at Fritts Park (located on Beach Daisy Lane just south of the trailer park in

Islanders oppose deviations for Publix, townhomes projects One public outcry at hearing: ‘You’re ripping the heart out of Pine Island! By PAULETTE LeBLANC - | Jul 7, 2021 Every proposed deviation at a public hearing Tuesday, June 29, at Pine Island Methodist Church, sponsored by the Greater Pine Island Civic Association, was voted down by Pine Island residents — most of them left asking why the meeting was even necessary, since they feel they ultimately have no control over current or f...

Still fighting to protect the island By Staff | Jul 7, 2021 To the editor, There were a lot of unhappy Pine Islanders at the Town Hall meeting at the Methodist Church on June 29, concerned with the proposed development order from Jefferson Lakes for 94 “townhouses/condos” and 17 buildings to be constructed nearby environmental, sensitive wetlands, preserve areas and Pine Island Creek. When asked, how close this would be to the creek, she responded, she didn’t know. Someone from the audie...

Feb 3, 2021 Donna Ann Snearley, 64, of Bokeelia, FL. passed away peacefully at home, with her devoted husband by her side, January 29, 2021. She was born in Hammond, Indiana on June 2, 1956.  She graduated from Highland High School. Donna and Butch moved to Pine Island in 1983.  They raised two sons, Trever and Joel on Pine Island and became very active in PI Little League and both were umpires. She worked in Bokeelia at Easterday Nursery and FruitScapes. “Ms. Donna” was a P. E./ teacher ...

Nick-B’s Artisan Food Market opening soon By PAULETTE LeBLANC - | Dec 28, 2020 Nick-B’s Artisan Food Market is expected to be open some time in January. PAULETTE LeBLANC Maria Albano is getting ready to wow Pine Islanders with her food the same way she did for almost 40 years in the mountains of West Virginia. Her specialty Chimi Churi Sauce, which will be for sale inside the shop, to be called Nick-B’s Artisan Food Market, as well as various other market items, has been a favorite in G...