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No Swim Advisory at North Jetty Beach

Thursday, August 1

A ‘No Swim Advisory’ has been issued for North Jetty Beach in Sarasota County. The beach will remain open, but wading, swimming and any other water recreational activities are not recommended as long as there... Read More.

North Port, Osprey Companies Honored as ‘Companies to Watch’

Thursday, August 1

Two local companies were honored this week as part of 50 Florida Companies to Watch. North Port-based EarthBalance and StrataPT, in Osprey, were named among those expected to see significant growth over the next... Read More.

Two Arrested in North Port ATV Crackdown

Sunday, July 28

North Port police were out in force this weekend, cracking down on ATV and other off-road drivers. Police were cracking down on off-road drivers who drive and tear down city streets. The enforcement operation... Read More.

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North Port Hoping For Additional 911 Funding

Monday, July 22

City commissioners in North Port are planning to write a letter to the Florida League of Cities to try and get help funding their 911 system. Recently passed legislation regarding 911 funding has the... Read More.

North Port Police Searching for Would-Be Car Burglar

Thursday, July 18

Police in North Port are asking for the public's help in finding a person that is wanted in connection with an attempted car break-in. Police say around 3am on the morning of July 8,... Read More.

Man Recovering After Being Bit by Rattlesnake in North Port

Tuesday, July 16

An area man is recovering at a Sarasota hospital after being bit by a rattlesnake Saturday morning in North Port. Earl Hjertsdedt told ABC-7 it happened just outside of the new Braves stadium at... Read More.

North Port to Allow Food Trucks

Thursday, July 11

North Port city leaders are now allowing food trucks to do business within city limits, Under the new ordinance, vendors must complete a detailed permit application. They have to prove they have current licenses... Read More.

Wanted North Port Man Extradited From Texas to Charlotte County

Thursday, July 11

An already-convicted sexual predator has been returned to Charlotte County after being arrested last month in Texas. 41-year old Timothy Rice of North Port was arrested in Texas on new charges after already facing... Read More.

Pool at North Port’s Al Goll Recreational Center to Remain Closed

Wednesday, July 10

The pool at the Al Goll Recreational Center in North Port may be shut down before it gets a chance to be renovated. Late last month, the pool failed a health inspection done by... Read More.

Two Arrested in Connection with North Port Brawl

Tuesday, July 9

Police have arrested two people who were involved in a fight in North Port over the weekend. 26-year olds Danielle Daniels and Ellis Brummel have each been charged with felonies for Aggravated Battery, Assault... Read More.