“Why you were born and why you are living depends on what you are getting out of this world, and what you are giving.” That is the motto of the Marco Island Woman’s Club (MIWC), a network of …

Most people who travel to the Everglades expect to see the swamp, alligators, and mosquitoes, but out in Big Cypress, you can also see the universe.  November 7 marked the 10th anniversary …

The Marco Island Farmers Market returns next Wednesday, November 18, bringing back the Veterans’ Park staple for another season. This year, there are 84 vendors scheduled to appear at the …

A dispute over Councilor Bonita Schwan’s allegations of online harassment dominated portions of the Marco Island City Council’s November 2 meeting, as speakers offered conflicting accounts of a …

The Board of County Commissioners approved two new affordable housing projects at its most recent meeting to address the need for homes for people who live and work in Naples....

The following are stormwater/illicit discharge violations on the October Code Enforcement Magistrate’s docket...

In September the City partnered with OnPointe Insights to develop and implement a citizen engagement survey. The survey was open for participation from September 24th – October 12th and received …

To honor members of the military, Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Crystal K. Kinzel is offering free passport photos to all veterans and active-duty military personnel this …

The Tony Lema Tournament was once the biggest event on Marco Island. Though few on the island remember it today, the tournament once drew some of the biggest names in the country, including Richard …

The Marco Island Fire Department held a ‘Push-In’ ceremony for their brand-new fire engine on Thursday, October 22. A small crowd gathered to take part in a tradition dating back to the 1800s and …

On October 22, 2026, I joined Marco’s Marine Patrol duo, Officers Josh Ferris and Alex Cordero, for a morning waterways patrol. Officer Ferris has been with Marco Island Police Department (MIPD) …

The long-awaited Healthy Living Center at the Marco YMCA is progressing steadily. But it may be the new year before Y members have full access to the building CEO Cindy Love calls the Y’s Crown …

Jason Grimes joined Guerin and English Private Wealth of Raymond James in 2026 with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate important financial decisions and pursue their long-term …

A pumpkin patch, face painting, arts and crafts, and the smell of food mixed with the sound of laughter in the air conjure feelings of nostalgia from a Fall Festival of one’s youth. On Tuesday, …

During local election season, Coastal Breeze News helps residents get to know the candidates seeking to represent them. One way we do that is by videotaping interviews with the candidates, giving …

During the October 19 City Council meeting, the Hilton redevelopment application was withdrawn; Councilor Bonita Schwan reported obtaining a temporary injunction against John David Boggs for stalking …

The Marco Island City Council adopted the City’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget and millage rate during its September 22 meeting. The new fiscal year begins October 1, 2026. The adopted FY27 General …

Marco Island City Council’s October 5 meeting covered water and sewer charges, oversight of major development projects, finance department staffing, and ongoing concerns about pickleball noise …