International Day For The Conservation Of Mangroves

Harbor Village clears hurdle with mangrove safeguards

Charlotte County commissioners approved zoning changes July 22 for Harbor Village, a 1,174-acre development by Maronda Homes LLC of Florida, but only after attaching conditions aimed at protecting sensitive environmental areas — especially mangroves. The project, located in West County north of Delamere Boulevard and near South Gulf Cove and the Village of Holiday Lake, drew an overflow crowd at the county’s land-use meeting. Residents expressed…

International Day For The Conservation Of Mangroves

In recognition of the International Day for the Conservation of Mangroves, Dr. Rahanna Juman, Deputy Director of Research at the Institute of Marine Affairs (IMA) and Wetlands Ecologist, highlighted the critical role mangroves play in coastal protection, biodiversity, and climate resilience. Dr. Juman emphasised the urgent need for public education, sustainable management, and stronger conservation