By Lauren Spears Ray Marasco moved to Naples from Pennsylvania in 2004 with his wife Bette after visiting their daughter who moved to Naples from New York City. After frequent visits, she told him, “Dad, why don’t you buy a home in Naples?”…the rest is history. Talent runs in the family as Ray’s daughter in […]
This year’s list of celebrity chefs includes Chef de Cuisine Nancy Oakes, executive chef/owner of Boulevard in San Francisco. Oakes has earned numerous local, national and international accolades, nominations and awards, including Zagat’s San Francisco Bay Area’s Most Popular Restaurant, the James Beard Foundation Award for “Best Chef: California” (2001) and “Outstanding Restaurant” in the United […]
In today’s world there are many stresses that can affect overall health. Having excuses to NOT exercise can, in itself, become a habitual reminder to avoid participation. Developing good habits strengthens the chances of having a healthier life and a strengthened immune system. Poor habits that have been developed are hard to break so why […]
With an eye to the future, I am excited to announce that the NCH Healthcare System is kicking off a major new initiative, with a goal to take our hospital system to the next level – placing Naples among the top ranks of medical research facility locations. The newly instituted Research Institute will help take […]
I had been saving string for weeks for a story about civic collaborations past and present. While working as a daily journalist until retiring in 2014, I would scout opportunities to congratulate government, community and business leaders for working together for the public’s benefit. It has been my experience that collaborations stretch limited budgets, avoid […]
In the world of rodeos, there is one person who can freeze eight seconds in time for eternity, the cowboy. Ansel Adams once said, “A true photograph need not be explained, nor can it be contained in words.” A photo has a life of its own. The rodeo has many levels of action, starting with […]
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade will return to the streets of Manhattan at 9 a.m. Thursday, November 25. Marching bands that were unable to perform live during 2020 will make their appearance this year. Santa Claus, riding in the last parade float, will arrive in a brand new sleigh. What does this parade have to […]
by Robin F. DeMattia, Friends of Rookery Bay Most of the time, Rookery Bay Research Reserve’s 110,000 acres are meant to be enjoyed by boaters, kayakers, eco-tour operators, birders, photographers and anyone wanting to explore these wide open spaces. But one of the main reasons the land and waters from Keewaydin Island through the Western […]
by Jessica Liria, Children’s Outreach Specialist David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Suicide is a permanent solution to temporary problems. Sadly, suicide is stigmatized and often a taboo topic. In order to prevent suicide, we need to shift public perception, spread hope and share resources. Mental health concerns are common and on the rise. Ninety […]
A big win for local Veterans is the purchase of the Bravo House! WWCC purchased this home (their first fully owned residence) in July 2021, which was made possible by a significant donation of $275,500 from the Community Foundation of Collier County (CFCC) and a secondary donation of $20,000 from the J. Aron Foundation. The balance […]