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Gated Naples project sets home prices to start at $2M
Price points have been released for Opus Stone, a gated community under development in north Naples. Homes in the 50-acre development, according to a statement, will be priced at $2 million and up. There are 51 homes in the project, at Vanderbilt Beach Road and Massey Street. The company behind...
Hot afternoon and mainly evening scattered storms this Thursday
The Weather Authority is tracking evening scattered showers and high temperatures throughout Thursday. The Weather Authority Meteorologist Juliana Mejia said, “We’ll likely see some clear skies this afternoon, and then around 3 p.m., we’ll see some clouds beginning to accumulate. Due to the drier air, rain accumulation is expected to be on the lower end.”
Dad fights for daughter after judge says his consent was not needed for adoption
In October, a judge ruled that his consent was not required for a private adoption to move forward because he did not provide any financial or medical support to his daughter since she was born.
Baptist Mission Teams Use Paris Olympics To Connect And Evangelize
PARIS — With the Olympic Games opening in Paris later this week, Southern Baptists have already been working in and around the city, capitalizing on the event as a bridge to spread the Gospel. “When we heard about the Olympics, we thought that would be a good time to...
Wellington Named To List Of 50 Best Places To Live For Families
The Village of Wellington announced this week that it has once again been recognized as one of Fortune magazine’s 50 Best Places to Live for Families in 2024, coming in at No. 36. This prestigious list highlights communities across the United States that excel in providing the resources and...
Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Festival Aug. 3 In Wellington
The Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Festival will be held Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Celebrate Jamaica’s independence with a day filled with vibrant music, delicious food and exciting cultural activities. Immerse yourself in the rich Jamaican culture as you indulge in mouthwatering...
Vibrant Summer Programs Underway At Wellington Tennis Center
Thanks to what’s happening this summer at the Wellington Tennis Center and at Greenview Shores Park, junior tennis is alive and well in the western communities. “We are having record numbers in our summer camp and have added a high-performance element for the summer, and we will be doing so for the fall, as well,” said Chuck Gill, director of the Wellington Tennis Center.
Broward Schools Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn on upcoming school year
DAVIE - Going on 100 days as head of Broward County public schools, Dr. Howard Hepburn sat down Thursday to answer questions about the upcoming school year, which starts August 12th."We are staying focused providing Opportunities for students and staff to stay focused," said Hepburn. Everybody will be focused on metal detectors being installed at every Broward public high school to check for weapons and contraband. They were tried out over the summer on a limited basis and will be operational at all high schools as of the first day.The superintendent says he does expect it will take a couple of weeks...
'I will try anything:' Jupiter woman one of first to get new Alzheimer's drug
A new drug to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease is bringing renewed hope to patients battling the devastating diagnosis. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Eli Lilly and Company's drug donanemab, under the name brand Kisunla in early July. The once a month IV infusion works by targeting amyloid in the brain.
'It was covered up': Residents lash at Riviera Beach Council over water quality scandal
There’s more anger and scrutiny in Riviera Beach over contamination in the city’s water system, after an emergency meeting raised more questions than answers. Last week, the City removed the utility district director, Michael Low, on the back of a county health department investigation over alarming failures to deal with E. coli in the water system. It had emerged in January that, after finding traces of the bacteria, the contaminated water was not retested nor was the public made aware for seven months.
New community-funded kosher room aims to support Jewish traditions at PBC hospital
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Palm Beach County has a very large Jewish community, especially in the southern part around Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, and Boca Raton. Meeting the needs for the Jewish community is a top priority for certain establishments, including hospitals like Delray Medical Center. That's why thanks to one couple and some staff there, a new hospitality room that caters to Jewish patients just opened.
This back-to-school uniform drive is supplying kids on Saturday
Saturday, the Inspirational Church of God in South Bay is hosting its 2nd Annual Back to School Uniform Drive. The event provides uniforms to students in the tri-city area and Clewiston. This event was established by the church's president of youth Latorsha Green after seeing a need for this in the community.
Top Florida Republicans praise California Gov. Gavin Newsom's banning of homeless camps
Top Florida Republicans, including a leading lawmaker and governor's office staff, are applauding Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom for his executive order to remove homeless encampments across the Golden State. "I’m glad to see Governor Newsom finally accept reality and acknowledge the damage chronic homelessness does to communities and businesses," said state Rep. Sam Garrison, R-Fleming Island, in a statement. ...
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