Daily News Roundup: November 12, 2024
Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Multiple Vehicles on SR-70 in Manatee County
A pedestrian was killed Sunday evening in a tragic collision on State Road 70 in South Bradenton, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident, which occurred at approximately 6:54 p.m., involved three vehicles and claimed the life of a 49-year-old Bradenton man.
Historic Bradenton Landmark, Bartholomew Fogarty House, Listed for $2.15M
The oldest residence in Manatee County, the Bartholomew Fogarty House, has been listed for sale with an asking price of $2.15 million. Built in 1871 by Captain Bartholomew “Tole” Fogarty, one of Bradenton’s founding figures, this historic property embodies both legacy and luxury with its recent meticulous restoration.
Coquina South Boat Ramp Reopens for Public Use in Manatee County
The Coquina South Boat Ramp, located at the southern end of Anna Maria Island in Bradenton Beach, Florida, has reopened to the public following temporary closures due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. These storms, which impacted the area in late September and early October 2024, caused significant damage to local infrastructure, including the boat ramp.