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Sanibel library offers range of programs and topics

The Sanibel Public Library provides a variety of programming for adults and children. Malacology 101 will take place on Jan. 29 from 11 a.m. to noon with Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum and Aquarium marine biologist and collection assistant Chris Witt. He will break down the basics of ...

Sanibel Public Meetings

The following public meetings/hearings are scheduled: - Feb. 3: Sanibel City Council meeting at 9 a.m. in MacKenzie Hall at City Hall, at 800 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. For more information or the agenda, visit www.mysanibel.com.

Scotch bonnet found on Sanibel

Adeline Bohi, of Glen Echo, Maryland, found a scotch bonnet on Jan. 15 off of West Gulf Drive on Sanibel. A student at Denison University, she was visiting Sanibel for the first time. To report a shell find, contact 239-472-1587 or trepecki@breezenewspapers.com.

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Trailways Camps to host Valentine Bingo

An inaugural fundraiser will support an island nonprofit focused on adults with special needs. Trailways Camps will host its Valentine Bingo on Feb. 5 starting at 5 p.m. at Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church on Sanibel. It will feature cash prizes for winners, plus a barbecue ...

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SPD releases weekly blotter

The Sanibel Police Department issued the following weekly police blotter, which includes recent information about law enforcement response to criminal activity. ARRESTS - Henry Anibal Bethancourt, 37, of 1825 Linhart Ave., Lot 39, Fort Myers, was charged on Jan. 19 with two counts of ...

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Scotch bonnet found on Sanibel

Adeline Bohi, of Glen Echo, Maryland, found a scotch bonnet on Jan. 15 off of West Gulf Drive on Sanibel. A student at Denison University, she was visiting Sanibel for the first time. To report a shell find, contact 239-472-1587 or trepecki@breezenewspapers.com.

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Guest commentary: SCCF provides Week 2 legislative update

During the second week of the 2026 legislative session, high-profile health care and education bills passed their respective committees, but equally important was the movement of several bills addressing past and future local government preemptions. The focus on local government this session ...

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Sanibel fire board hears about station project, more

The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District's commission received a design update on the construction of Station 171 at its recent meeting, as well as approved the closure of a line of credit and bank account. On Jan. 21, Fire Chief Kevin Barbot provided an update on the Palm Ridge Road station. He ...

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Contact Information

www.captivasanibel.com

  • 2340 Periwinkle Way P.O. Box 809
  • Sanibel Island, FL 33957
  • Phone: 239-472-1587