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By LOIS KINDLE If you’re out shopping locally and looking for a meaningful gift this holiday season, be sure to stop by the Pages of Life Bookstore. Located inside the…
By LINDA CHION KENNEY Santa Claus met with children at the annual Christmas tree lighting at Winthrop in Riverview, where town founders John and Kay Sullivan warmly greeted attendees, entertainers…
Colonel Fred M. Bastion, Jr. It is with deep sorrow and immense pride that we announce the passing of Colonel Fred M. Bastion Jr., beloved husband, father and cherished friend.…
By FRANCIS FEDOR Sumner basketball bounced back after its first loss at East Bay to return home on Tuesday, Dec. 3, and rout Riverview, 60-21. The ’Rays followed that win…
FishHawk-Riverview Rotarians stage and celebrate 40th annual Alafia Lighted Boat Parade
By LINDA CHION KENNEY Lights shone brightly in Riverview for the annual lighted boat parade, presented Saturday by the Rotary Club of FishHawk-Riverview. The parade on the Alafia River marked…
By STEVE JACKSON The high school basketball season is still early, but so far East Bay High has the dominant won-loss record among the South Shore Five. The Indians, of…
By LOIS KINDLE The upcoming Apollo Beach Market, presented by Jen’s Markets and Events LLC, is a great place to do some last minute Christmas shopping. It will take place…
By LOIS KINDLE Volunteers of all ages are needed Saturday, Dec. 14, to place live wreaths on the grave markers of 351 military Veterans interred at Ruskin Memorial Park Cemetery.…
By LOIS KINDLE The Critter Adoption and Rescue Effort no-kill animal shelter in Ruskin has an amazing opportunity to receive matching grant funds up to $250,000 now through Dec. 31.…