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Alanna Lecher publishes peer-reviewed paper in academic journal
Alanna Lecher, associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, published the peer-reviewed paper, "How Assessment Choice Affects Student Perception and Performance" in the Journal of Effective Teaching in Higher Education. The article reports the results of a classroom intervention study about how letting students pick their assessments impacts...
SWIM ALERT: Spanish River Park Beach Is Closed To Swimmers
BY: STAFF REPORT | BocaNewsNow.com BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2024 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — Spanish River Park Beach in Boca Raton is closed to all swimmers as of 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2nd. The closure comes as residents and visitors are — or were — preparing for July 4th on the beach.… Read More »SWIM ALERT: Spanish River Park Beach Is Closed To Swimmers
FAU lands talented EGDE Josh Roberts
Florida Atlantic has prioritized the front seven on defense in the 2025 recruiting cycle, and this has continued with the addition of Eau Gallie (Fla.) edge rusher Josh Roberts, who announced his commitment to the Owls on Monday. This decision comes after Roberts officially visited UConn, FAU and Eastern Michigan...
Philanthropy Notes: New fellowship to help students stay in college
The founder of Bound For College, originally known as Delray Students First, and the founder of Roots and Wings, an organization that supports literacy programs, have joined forces. Mark Sauer and Ted Hoskinson established the Hoskinson Fellowship with a $50,000 gift. “Ted and I are working toward the same goal,”...
Boca Raton's Fabulous Fourth Celebration is Back
BOCA RATON, Fla. — The city of Boca Raton is hosting its annual Fabulous Fourth celebration for the Fourth of July. Mayor Scott Singer talks about what's new this year and how you can join in the party. Stay up-to-date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25. Get...
Celebrations: Topping Off Event & Luncheon - Bernstein Family Foundation Campus, Boca Raton — April 30
HomeSafe gathered a group of dedicated supporters for a celebration of its soon-to-be-reconstructed facility for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. The event honored Guardian Society donors — top contributors who have added to the success of the agency’s Healing the Hurt campaign. ‘Because of you, 12 children will be moving into their new home this winter,’ board Chairwoman Tarra Moten said. ‘These kids will be sleeping in their own bedrooms, having family dinners together around the table and playing together in the backyard with a renewed sense of love, safety, belonging and hope.’ ABOVE: Ken and Maggie Rosenberg. Photo provided by Tracey Benson Photography.
Finding Faith: Christ Child Society women pack up supplies for newborns, schoolkids
On a Wednesday morning in June, 17 women from the Christ Child Society of Boca Raton gathered in the Community Room at the Downtown Library for some serious business. So why were they all laughing?. “We’ve become very close friends,” former President Scarlett Fave said. “We’re a nice bunch of...
Religion Notes: Boca pastor joins board of Food for the Poor
Pastor Bill Mitchell, of Boca Raton Community Church, filmed a thank-you to volunteers who helped with a packing event, sponsored in partnership by Food for the Poor and Matthew 25: Ministries, to distribute essentials to families during the COVID pandemic. Photo provided by Food for the Poor. Boca Raton pastor...
Lynn University is recognized in 2024 Times Higher Education rankings
Lynn University has once again been ranked by Times Higher Education (THE) for its continued commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, THE's 2024 International Impact Rankings assessed 1,963 higher education institutions measuring four key indicators: research, stewardship, outreach and teaching. "The ongoing commitment of our...
11 migrants intercepted near Boca Inlet, repatriated to Haiti
BOCA RATON, Fla. (CBS12) — Eleven migrants were taken back to Haiti on Monday after they were intercepted off the coast of Boca Raton. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations detected the migrants two miles east of the Boca Inlet, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Six Israeli players honing their skills in South Florida Collegiate Baseball League
For most players in the South Florida Collegiate Baseball League, it's a time to sharpen their game, meet some new friends and get ready for the college season. For Aviad Schechter, it's "the opportunity of a lifetime." Playing in the Palm Beach County-based summer league has special meaning for Schechter...
Ryan Bubb Elevated to Associate Head Coach for Florida Atlantic Swim & Dive Teams
BOCA RATON, Fla. – Lara Preacco , head coach of the Florida Atlantic swimming & diving teams, has announced the promotion of Ryan Bubb to Associate Head Coach ahead of the 2024-25 season. Bubb joined the Owls’ staff as an assistant coach in 2021. In his three seasons, he has taken on a major role in the growth and development of the student-athletes and program as a whole. He has helped lead a successful transition in conferences for both teams, with the men going from the Coastal Collegiate Sports Association to the Atlantic Sun Conference and the women moving from…
Deputy fired after marijuana in pizza boxes was brought into jail
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A Palm Beach County Sheriff's deputy has been fired for his role in an incident involving marijuana that was brought into the Palm Beach County Jail inside several pizza boxes. The incident led to his arrest back in March of 2021. It's like...
A $39 Million Oceanfront Mansion Just Set a Sales Record For This South Florida Community
An oceanfront estate in South Florida has been sold in a record-breaking deal. This $20 Million Montecito Estate Features a Custom Treehouse and a Bocce Court The fixer-upper mansion at 3223 North Ocean Boulevard in Palm Beach County’s affluent Gulf Stream enclave has been scooped up for a whopping $39 million, setting a record for the most expensive home ever sold in the slightly under-the-radar community. The two-acre compound was formerly owned by Debra Levitetz, the ex-wife of Jeffrey Levitetz, the founder of the Boca Raton-based Purity Wholesale Grocers, The Real Deal reported. The previous record was set in March 2022 with...
New Florida HOA law: 8 things HOAs may no longer do to Palm Beach County homeowners
As of July 1, a Florida new law limiting what homeowner associations in the state and Palm Beach County can do to their members went into effect. HOAs may no longer do these 8 things to Palm Beach County homeowners:. Enforce rules on some residents but not others. Ban homeowners...
'Im gone kill u': Greenacres man accused of threatening to kill pregnant ex-girlfriend
GREENACRES, Fla. (CBS12) — A man from Greenacres is accused of threatening to kill his pregnant ex-girlfriend and her children, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO). PBSO deputies spoke with 25-year-old Xavian Montgomery's ex-girlfriend on June 19. She claimed that she had received multiple texts and...
It's time to sign up for annual Turkey Trot race on Thanksgiving Day
It’s not too early to think about Thanksgiving. And indeed, if you want to take part in one of the town’s most popular holiday traditions, you’ll need to. That’s because registration is now open for the Turkey Trot, the Town of Palm Beach United Way’s 5K race on Turkey Day, which falls this year on Nov. 28.
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