Lesley Dwyer is a staff writer for East County. With a focus on regional interest and world news, she covers a diverse range of topics including government and politics, real estate, and competitive sports. Lesley's work has been featured in Business Observer and Observer Media Group.
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Lesley Dwyer's coverage predominantly focuses on local events, community news, and real estate in the Lakewood Ranch area of Florida. Pitches for this journalist should align with these areas of interest such as stories about local events, philanthropy initiatives, business developments or real estate trends within Lakewood Ranch and its surrounding areas.
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A conservation partnership aims to improve the threatened species' long-term viability in Manatee County.
Commissioners will continue discussions into September when the fiscal year 2027 budget will be finalized.
By: Lesley Dwyer
Write-in candidate Jack May entered the District 1 race with a purpose other than winning.
By: Lesley Dwyer
The Florida state legislator works to minimize the public's exposure compounds linked to cancer.
By: Lesley Dwyer
Freestanding emergency rooms are on the rise, as patients can receive emergency care faster and hospitals can expand their footprints.
Multiple studies show that children who are granted wishes have better health outcomes.
By: Lesley Dwyer
Plenty of ideas are being considered, but commissioners and their ability to fund the project will ultimately decide the project.
After a grassroots sweep in 2024, Commission incumbents Amanda Ballard and Mike Rahn, along with Representative Bill Conerly dominated in 2026
By: Lesley Dwyer
Sheriff Rick Wells says his office is battling a multitude of misconceptions over the license plate readers.
George Kruse addresses the ramifications of Amendment 3 passing with Lakewood Ranch Republic Club members.
