Coastal Breeze News

Ladies will be at the helm of the boats racing under sail this Saturday, Sept. 11, off the beaches of Marco Island and Keewaydin Island. For the past few years the Sailing Association of Marco Island (SAMI) has been featuring “Ladies Day” races where the boats carry their usual crews but a lady has to be handling the helm. These events are very popular and everyone has a great time. Beginning at 1 p.m., a “pursuit” type start will be used in which boats start at different times, according to their handicap, resulting in most boats finishing near the same ... Read More »

The call came in as I was talking to Fire Chief Mike Murphy and Deputy Chief Chris Byrne about the new pumper truck to be dedicated at 4 p.m. on September 7 at the fire house. (“Fire reported at commercial building at ___ Collier Boulevard,” announced the voice of the radio dispatcher). We broke off our conversation and hustled out to the “garage” to see the firefighters in action. In less than a minute, the new truck with its three-member crew was on its way. That was a typical example of the devotion, vigilance and efficiency of Marco Island’s fire ... Read More »