The Gabber

The Gabber Newspaper, initially known as the Gulfport Gabber, was established in 1968 by George Brann to focus on the Gulfport city council. Over time, it grew into an essential source of information for the community, broadening its advertising reach and content to include features, local news, and events. In 1980, Elsie and Ted Havness purchased the paper from Brann, and in 1992, it was sold to Ken and Deb Reichart, who managed it for 28 years before passing it on to Cathy Salustri Loper and Barry Loper in June 2020. As the oldest independent weekly newspaper in Florida, The Gabber Newspaper serves the South Pinellas area, covering communities from Madeira Beach to Tierra Verde and Gulfport to Pinellas Park, as well as south, west, and downtown St. Petersburg. Readers can find local news, community happenings, in-depth features, and the most comprehensive classifieds among weekly newspapers in the region.

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Maggie Duffy Says Goodbye to The Gabber Newspaper

4 days ago | thegabber.com | Maggie Duffy

The Bard said it best: Parting is such sweet sorrow. After six months writing about arts and features for The Gabber Newspaper, I’m leaving. I’m starting a new position as the managing editor for Creative Pinellas’ digital magazine. While I’m excited to start a new career, I will really miss working for The Gabber Newspaper. The team has been so easy and fun to work with and I commend what they’re able to produce every week with such a small staff.
May 9 Adoptable Pets in St. Pete

6 days ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Friends of Strays and Pet Pal Animal Shelter have adoptable dogs and cats in St. Pete. Keep reading, and if you adopt one of these animals, let us know — send us a photo of you and your new BFF!The Great Bambino This 12-year-old boy is The Great Bambino. He is half-cat and half-lion. He is a gentle giant ready to retire. Lenora This 4-year-old sweetheart is Lenora. She loves to cuddle and take long naps. Moonpie This 2-year-old, 61-pound rottweiler is Moonpie.
Take 'The Gabber Newspaper' to Kansas City, Missouri

6 days ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Mary Beth Krolik, Maddie Kinane, and Josh Adams decided to take The Gabber Newspaper to Kansas City. Looks like they took our October edition featuring not-so-random acts of kindness during Hurricane Milton. We hope they enjoyed their trip to Missouri. Have you taken The Gabber Newspaper somewhere? We want to see your pictures! Please send a high-resolution photo and a brief description to [email protected].
Meet Ken Kelleher, the Artist Behind Anchorball

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Maggie Duffy

An internationally celebrated artist has moved to Gulfport. Ken Kelleher makes contemporary pop art under the business moniker Anchorball. He’s created a cast of characters that get rendered in paint, fiberglass sculpture, as inflatables, art toys, and plushies. Anchorball characters start as digital 3D renderings, then are fabricated in China and Thailand. But Kelleher originally began his career as a sculptor, after going to school at Alfred College in New York, where he learned welding.
Things To Do May 8-14 in Gulfport, St. Pete

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Abby Baker

A Mother’s Day spray painting class, oysters on the beach, and a hot girl summer market: Here’s your weekly things to do May 8-14 in Pinellas. Mother’s Day Bouquet Miss the informal flora and craft a special floral arrangement for the mother in your life. Fresh flowers and accessories will be provided to help you create a one-of-a-kind bouquet. Supplies are limited, so come early! St. Pete Beach Library, 365 73rd Ave., St. Pete Beach. 4 p.m. spblibrary.com, 727-363-9238.
Voices: May 8 Letters to the Editor

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Gulfport Public LibraryBeing a long-term Gulfport resident and library patron, I have never had the issues that Pat Urquhart expressed with the other library customers. The staff is great and the establishment has won many awards. This is a public building. Everyone has a right to be there. If it was so unpleasant, why would you spend an entire day there smelling folks and snapping pictures? Can you imagine the nerve of some gentleman taking public transportation to visit the library.
Word Play, A Crossword Gala to Benefit Aphasia

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Maggie Duffy

An upcoming gala includes a fun way to support Tampa Bay organization Voices of Hope for Aphasia. Word Play is a competitive crossword competition happening on May 15 at Banquet Masters in Clearwater.
April 29-May 2 Gulfport Real Estate

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

For the week of April 29-May 2, take a look at what sold — and for how much — this past week in Gulfport. 1224 Royal Palm Dr. S. (Pasadena Yacht & Golf Club)This two-bed, two-bath condo, built in 1981, has 1,255 square feet. It listed for $499,500 and sold for $475,000. 2614 52nd St. S. (Waterfront District)This two-bed, two-bath home, built in 1946, has 999 square feet. It listed for $699,000 and sold for $700,000.
Pinellas Beaches Real Estate April 29-May 2

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Here’s what sold on St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, and Madeira Beach. 106 7th Ave. This 3/3 home, built in 1920, has 1,599 square feet. It listed for $1.9 million and sold for $1.75 million. 275 44th Ave. This 3/2.5 home, built in 2022, has 2,216 square feet. It listed for $1.6 million and sold for $1.57 million. 410 55th Ave. This 4/3.5 home, built in 1968, has 2,769 square feet. It listed for $1.6 million and sold for $1.5 million. 2800 E. Vina Del Mar Blvd.
Eat Around the World at the Gulfport Tuesday Market

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Maggie Duffy

The Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market is packed with small Tampa Bay businesses. But the selection of food feels international, so in that spirit, here’s how to eat around the world at the Gulfport Tuesday Market. Greece and TurkeyGet your Greek and Turkish food fix with Treats by Asu. They offer borek, a pastry made of filo dough and filled with a variety of ingredients, like spinach and cheese.