Man accused in East Naples killing back to court Friday

Santiago Burbano is accused of killing 18-year-old Rubi Velasco in an East Naples home on Sept. 13, 2018.

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Marco police look other way on captain who violated Officers’ Bill of Rights

Marco Island Police Department's internal affairs investigator has not faced any discipline despite apparently violating the Officers' Bill of Rights.

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Golden Gate community supports man after truck crashes into his home

A Golden Gate man is rebuilding with help from the community after a hit-and-run crash destroyed part of his home.

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Water quality issues center stage at Collier County town hall

A panel of scientists and stakeholders discussed potential health effects of blue-green algae, best management practices for agriculture, control and mitigation of red tide and other topics during a public town hall at the county commission chambers.

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Gardening: Which grass is right for you?

Following are four types of grass used in the Marco Island area and some tips on maintenance.

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Fishingcast: For SWFL Florida, Feb. 21-28

Really getting difficult now to predict and recommend fishing as the weather pattern has changed so drastically over the past two years.

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Last call for starter owl burrows on Marco

Marco Island residents have until Friday to call if they want to have starter owl burrows in their front yards, according to the Owl Watch program.

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Everglades City gets $295K grant to fix sewage plant

The grant is another step forward for the small town as it tries to resolve struggles with the aging plant.

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3 To Know: Relay For Life, more

For the past three years, the Relay For Life of Marco Island has placed first in fundraising for the state of Florida.

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3 To Do: Wall that Heals, nature night, more

Marco Island will be the only Florida city in 2020 to host The Wall That Heal.

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City may have to pay more than $150K if officers reinstated

The city of Marco Island could forced to pay more than $150,000 in back pay if two fired officers are reinstated.

$50,000 in grants to Marco nonprofits

The Community Foundation of Collier County has distributed five $10,000 grants from the newly established Community Fund for Marco Island .

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‘Massive’ 20-foot great white shark leaves Florida divers in awe

The "massive" great white shark was spotted near the Breakers Reef, a mile off the coast of Florida.

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Report: 3 collapsed burrows, dead owl on Marco

Three owl burrows were found collapsed Monday morning and one burrowing owl was found dead on an empty lot in Marco Island, according to Owl Watch.

Marco Island, Naples make safest cities in Florida list — again

It's a "tourist-frequented island community where crime is scarce," National Council for Home Safety and Security and alarms.org says of Marco Island

Marco Island says goodbye to Lt. Clayton Smith

Police officers from Florida but as far as Ohio attended the funeral services of Lt. Clayton Smith of the Marco Island Police Department.

Swamp tromp: The best way to see the Florida Everglades

The abundant wildlife and flora of Everglades National Park in South Florida may be best seen on a ranger-led swamp walk.

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Bookworm: Florida played key role in first boom

Do this, then that. It’s inevitable – so much so that Newton made it a law: follow through with an action and something “equal and opposite” will happen.

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Social Scene: Just Friends find love

The Yacht Club was a sea of red and pink at the Just Friends luncheon as the members celebrated Valentine's Day.

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Horoscopes, Feb. 18-24

Group activities or time spent with a spouse may not go as well as usual this week, Aquarius.

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Celebrity Birthdays, Feb. 18-24

I am an actress born in the Philippines on Feb. 22, 1971.

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WOW To Do List: Treasures in the Trunk sale, more

From 8 a.m. until noon, Saturday, Feb. 22, the San Marco Columbiettes will host a Treasures in the Trunk sale.

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Pharmacist: Strategies for uterine fibroids

Uterine fibroids are benign cysts that can grow inside or outside of a woman’s womb, termed the uterus.

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Funds will help Y to focus on diabetes

As fundraisers go, this one is a biggie for the YMCA of South Collier (Marco Y).

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Blog, book doggie to make appearance

Lina is at it again. The Australian Shepherd has a follow up to her award-winning book, “Lina Unleashed."

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Social Scene: MIAAOR membership luncheon

A wonderful time was had by all at our MIAAOR general membership luncheon at the Marco Island Yacht Club.

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Social Scene: Dads, daughters enjoy dance

It was one of those parties where everybody danced like nobody was watching. That's because nobody was watching. T

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Photos: YMCA Daddy/Daughter Dance, 2020

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Letters to the Editor, Feb. 14

Aren’t even you Trumpers disgusted to see our country turn into a banana republic?

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Watts: Frankie’s deli and so much more

It was nearly a year ago that I first visited Frankie's Authentic Italian Deli in South Naples.

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Former YMCA presidents gather

A few good laughs, some reminiscing, and plenty of praise marked the get-together.

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Club Briefs: ROMEOS meet and give, more

The Marco Cruise Club with the assistance of the Marco Police Department announces a joint community service project for all of Marco Island.

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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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3 To Know: The heat is on

Average daily highs for this time of year in Naples are 77 degrees, she said.

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WOW To Do List: ‘Marco Nature Night’ and more

The Marco Island Beautification Committee is hosting a night of exploring your environment from 5:30 until 7:30, Feb. 19.

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3 To Do: Kiwanis car show, more

This is not only a car show, it is a family day with entertainment, music and food.

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Senior Softball: Dolphin Tiki ties DaVinci’s

The Dolphin Tiki knocked off DaVinci’s tying them for first place in the Island Division with records of 9-4.

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‘I still sort of like him’: Naples couple celebrates 71 years together

Juanita and Owen Henning can think of a few reasons to celebrate this Valentine’s Day. Seventy-one reasons, in fact.

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Pickleball fee increase proposal draws scrutiny

A proposal to raise pickleball membership fees at two popular Collier County parks has caused a stir among some players.

Gardening: All about bougainvillea

When the bougainvillea is in bloom everyone wants to know: What are the beautiful flowering plants all over the island?