Collier eases restrictions on vacation rentals

Commissioners voted 3-2 to remove the restriction that allowed short-term rentals to Florida residents only.

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Marco Island police officer back under investigation

A Marco Island police officer who was reinstated through arbitration this month is back under investigation.

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Reinstated Marco officer won’t be allowed to testify

A reinstated Marco Island police officer won't be allowed to testify in criminal trials, leaving unanswered questions as to what his duties will be.

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East Naples nursing home relocated 24 residents to avoid COVID-19 infection

State data shows 11 residents have died at ManorCare at Lakewood from COVID-19 related symptoms.

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Frontier Airlines adds four destinations to RSW airport

Despite industry turmoil related to COVID-19, Frontier Airlines has decided to add four new summer routes to Fort Myers.

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Collier, Naples to review beach restrictions next week

The city and the county have restricted open hours at public beaches since earlier this month to help prevent crowding that could spread COVID-19.

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‘Watts for Dinner’ the Takeout Edition: Joey D’s offers pizza perfection

Our next dining destination is Joey D’s, a Naples institution. For the sake of this review, we ordered takeout from the Marco location.

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Ready to shop? It’s different out there

COVID-19 has changed the face of retail – likely forever. That goes for retailers big and small in Southwest Florida.

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2 Tuesday Morning stores in SWFL will soon close

Two Tuesday Morning stores, one in Estero and one in Naples, are on the chopping block in the company's first phase of store closings that will happen this summer.

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Walt Disney World sets July 11 for reopening

Walt Disney World proposed reopening Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom July 11 with Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios to follow July 15.

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New business specializes in disinfecting

A new Marco area business is cleaning up – literally. HydroClean Environmental Solutions was only created in mid-March.

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Marco OKs ballot language for marijuana ordinance

City Council approved ballot language for an ordinance that prohibits cultivating, manufacturing, warehousing and selling recreational marijuana.

Vehicle runs over owl burrows on Marco Island

A vehicle ran over an owl burrow located on an empty lot on Marco Island causing it to collapse, according to Audubon Western Everglades.

No Independence Day fireworks on Marco Island

Marco Island City Council failed to pass a motion directing the city manager to sign a contract with a fireworks company for July 4.

Trump’s order draws environmental concerns for Gulf fisheries

President Trump's executive order regarding aquaculture has environmentalists worried for the health of waters off U.S. coasts.

Marco council selects finalists for Young’s seat

Marco Island City Council selected three finalists to fill a vacancy following the resignation of former councilor Sam Young.

Marco Island Academy holds commencement in parking lot

With Marco Island still trying to protect its people from the coronavirus pandemic, Marco Island Academy, the island’s charter high school, graduated its seniors on Friday night in a ceremony held outdoors in the parking lot at Veterans’ Community Park.

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Ask the Pharmacist: How to make immunity cubes

As the weather warms, I find myself craving ice cubes in my water. I make what you might call “weird” ice cubes.

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Coronvirus in Collier County: What you need to know Sunday, May 31

The Florida Department of Health reported 25 new cases of COVID-19 with no new reported deaths in Collier County on Saturday. According to the state, the death toll remains at 49.

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May 30: State reports 60 new cases in Collier County

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Collier has increased to 1,514. The death toll remains at 49.

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May 29: State reports 53 new cases in Collier County

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Collier has increased to 1,454. The death toll remains at 49.

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Photos: Joey D’s, Marco Island

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3 To Do: Avoid the ‘quarantine 15’

The effects of stay-at-home orders have led to some predictable feelings of restlessness and cabin fever.

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3 To Know: Walt Disney World sets July 11 reopening date

Walt Disney World plans to reopen July 11, according to a presentation the company made to an economic recovery task force Wednesday.

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Letters to the Editor, May 29

Marco Island is rightly proud of its small-g government, especially as compared with the nearly exactly similarly sized City of Naples.

by Marco Eagle  | 3 days ago

Hey Marco Island, looking for a place to eat?

Looking for a place to eat? Read ‘Watts for Dinner’ every Friday in the Marco Eagle.

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May 28: Latest coronavirus numbers in Florida

The Florida Department of Health reported 53,285 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state. The death toll is 2,364.

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May 27: Confirmed cases of COVID-19 increase to 1,334 in Collier County

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Collier has increased to 1,334. The death toll remained at 46.

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Florida’s hurricane tax ‘holiday’ begins Friday, may provide business boost

Florida Retail Federation President and CEO Scott Shalley hopes the seven-day period can provide a boost for businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Bookworm: With ‘Grand’ expect good things

You meet the eyes of your grandchild, and you know you have a big job ahead of you. She expects you to love her as much as she loves you, and you do.

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May 26: Confirmed cases of COVID-19 surpass 1,300 in Collier County

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Collier has increased to 1,305. The death toll remained at 46.

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Photos: HydroClean Environmental Solutions

6 days ago

Celebrity Birthdays, May 26-June 1

I am an actress born in Tennessee on May 26, 1987. My half-sister is a famous TV star and singer, and my father is a country singer.

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Horoscopes, May 26-June 1

Hold your tongue when others ask for your opinion this week, Gemini. You may not be able to take things back once the words are said.

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3 To Know: Who is your hero?

Join the Marco Island Noontime Rotary in partnership with the YMCA

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Honor. Remember. Never forget.

First established as Decoration Day after the Civil War, Memorial Day is a federal holiday for honoring and mourning the military personnel

Pharmacist: Popular medications derived from plants

Most people believe that medications are synthetic substances that the FDA has approved for the clinical treatment of disorders

May 24: Latest coronavirus numbers in Collier County

The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Collier has increased to 1251. The death toll is at 45.

Over 500 boats ‘make waves’ for Trump

Hundreds of boats navigated Collier County waters Saturday in support of President Donald Trump's reelection.

Firefighter runs to burning home to save couple during brush fire

Corey Adamski, a Naples firefighter, ran to help couple during 36 Avenue Southeast fire, according to a Collier County post on Facebook.