Health officials have lifted a water quality advisory for Bowditch Point Park on Fort Myers Beach. An earlier test showed fecal bacteria levels more than 28 times the safety threshold. The bacteria, ...

After cautioning beachgoers about unsafe fecal bacteria levels earlier this month, health officials say it's OK to go back in the water at Bowditch Point Park on Fort Myes Beach. Be aware, though, the ...

A chain of scenic barrier islands, this unspoiled paradise is home to all kinds of wildlife amid its mangrove forests that ...

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Business owner Jennifer Winkler raised more than $55,000 in her first quarter of fundraising in her bid to succeed Rep. James ...

Lee Melsek left Fort Myers Beach two decades ago, but he still daydreams about the pristine paradise of his childhood in the '50s and '60s.

This specialized wheelchair is designed for use on sand, allowing individuals with mobility challenges to enjoy the beach ...

Sam Lurie doesn't hold back when recalling his experience with Hurricane Ian. "I am just glad I survived," Lurie said in an email to The News-Press. The 67-year-old Lurie is alive today − three years ...

Southwest Florida's coast offers numerous locations to view stunning sunsets over the Gulf. Sunset times vary by season, occurring as late as 8:30 p.m. in summer and as early as 5:30 p.m. in winter.

Hurricane Ian struck Fort Myers Beach three years ago, leaving a lasting impact on the community. As residents mark this somber milestone, they reflect on the storm's enduring effects. Ellie Bunting, ...

Three years after Hurricane Ian, Fort Myers Beach is still in recovery mode. Locals and tourists alike continue to face the aftermath of the storm, with construction being a daily sight. Mike "Popeye" ...

In his new book, Lee Melsek remembers Fort Myers Beach the way it used to be: No street lights, one cop and empty beaches ...