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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Inside 'The Mango Murders' with Lucy Burdette

6 days ago | thegabber.com | Cathy Salustri

Put The Mango Murders on your late-summer reading list. It’s the latest from Key West author Lucy Burdette, and it’s the perfect beach read for summer. Or, you know, the perfect “sitting in the well-air-conditioned house in the thick of the midday heat” read. You do you. We’ve reviewed Lucy Burdette’s work in the past, so for this book, we’ve asked her to answer a few questions about the book, her recipes, and her writing process. Who Do You Kill, and Why?
According to Gulfport: Card Tricks

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

According to Gulfport: Card tricks, margaritas, and Gulfport’s Shore Boulevard are on people’s minds. “It’s harder to do sober.” —Wayne Lemmer, doing card tricks at the bar“Wait, that doesn’t sound right.” —Edwin Rivas finishing his first drink and learning that it’s always two for one margaritas at the Drunken TacoLooking for things to do in St. Petersburg, Gulfport, and the beaches? Check out The Gabber Newspaper’s full calendar of events.
May 30 Adoptable Pets in St. Pete

1 week 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!Harry This 7-month-old boy is Harry. He loves head rubs and cheek scratches. Brooke This 7-year-old girl is Brooke. She is curious, intelligent, and active. Blossom This 1-year-old, 35-pound fox terrier mix is Blossom. She is smart, skilled, and full of energy.
Take 'The Gabber Newspaper' to the Loire Valley

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Chris Shablak decided to take The Gabber Newspaper to the Loire Valley in France. Looks like he took our September edition featuring Olympian Lara Dallman-Weiss. We hope he enjoyed his nine days of drinking wine and eating goat cheese. 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 the Owner of V-Roll, Bringing Vietnamese Food to Gulfport

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cathy Salustri

V-Roll’s owner brings her family’s Vietnamese recipes and build-your-own spring rolls to Gulfport this summer. Stephanie Nghiem (rhymes with Kim) moved to St. Petersburg last year, and well before GeckoFest, she hopes to have her Vietnamese restaurant, V-Roll open in downtown Gulfport. “I was looking for a place in St. Pete or Tampa, anywhere in this area, and my Realtor told me about this place in Gulfport,” she told The Gabber Newspaper.
Things to Do May 29-June 5 in St. Pete, Gulfport

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Abby Baker

The start of Pride month, improv shows, and a baseball-themed party at Pinellas Ale Works: Here’s your weekly list of things to do May 29-June 5 in Pinellas. Gulfport Hurricane Preparedness Seminar Storm season’s coming. Are you ready? Get expert advice, vendor info, and your evacuation questions answered at this free community seminar. Chief Meteorologist Bobby Deskins from WTSP Channel 10 will lead the talk, with vendors, Q&As, and pizza to keep things calm before the storm.
Voices: May 29 Letters to the Editor

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Community ServiceVolunteerism isn’t about waiting for the perfect opportunity — it’s about seeing a need and stepping up. Too often, people hesitate, hold back, not because they don’t care, but they are waiting to be invited, assigned, or approved. One of the quiet truths of community service is this: Instead of asking for permission, it’s often better to ask for forgiveness. Communities are built by people who take action without waiting for a green light.
Pinellas Beaches Real Estate May 20-23

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Here’s what sold on St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, and Madeira Beach. 8021 Coquina WayThis 3/3 condo, built in 1952, has 1,843 square feet. It listed for $850,000 and sold for $800,000. 7150 Sunset Way, #903This 2/2 condo, built in 1975, has 1,160 square feet. It listed for $675,000 and sold for $645,000. More Info for New HomeownersIf you recently moved to St. Pete Beach recently, head to city hall.
May 19-23 Gulfport Real Estate

1 week ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

For the week of May 19-23, take a look at what sold — and for how much — this past week in Gulfport. 5925 Seabird Dr. S. (Pasadena Yacht & Golf Club)This four-bed, three-bath home, built in 1989, has 2,840 square feet. It listed for $2.35 million and sold for $2.2 million. 5107 27th Ave. S. (Waterfront District)This three-bed, two-bath home, built in 1930, has 1,633 square feet. It listed for $795,000 and sold for $750,000.
Take 'The Gabber Newspaper' to Niagara Falls in Canada

2 weeks ago | thegabber.com | Cameron Healy

Melinda Shook decided to take The Gabber Newspaper to Niagara Falls in Canada. Looks like she took our October edition featuring not-so-random acts of kindness during Hurricane Milton. We hope she enjoyed her trip to Canada. 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].