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Palm Beach ends free parking at Southern Blvd. lots favored by fishermen, Trump protesters
Three parking lots near the Southern Boulevard Bridge that are popular among fishing enthusiasts and people who show up to protest in support of or against former President Donald Trump have been converted from free to paid spots. The town, which manages the lots, switched the free two-hour parking to...
Run-down oceanfront estate riles up Palm Beach neighborhood, six years after it sold
After deteriorating for six years, an oceanfront mansion on Palm Beach’s North End may finally get the repairs it needs. Neighbors and representatives of the owner of 100 Casa Bendita have signed off on an agreement governing the property’s much-needed renovations. The construction management agreement marks the first step in repairing the strained relationship between the homeowner —...
Lake Worth Beach's homeless, advocates rally against anti-camping Supreme Court ruling
LAKE WORTH BEACH — Kim Stokes lost her bid for a second term on the Lake Worth Beach City Commission in March, but that hasn't stopped her from trying to make a difference in her community, which has long been a comfort zone for the homeless population in Palm Beach County. The last...
Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Red Cross volunteers in Texas ahead of Beryl
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — American Red Cross and staff members from the Palm Beach and Treasure Coast chapters are in Texas now ahead of Beryl making landfall. Three volunteers from the Red Cross Palm Beach and Treasure Coast chapter are in Texas and six other staff members and volunteers from across South Florida are there as well.
Palm Beach County enhances workforce, affordable housing dashboard
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Palm Beach County leaders are revamping a dashboard helping local families find affordable and workforce housing units. This comes as the average cost for an apartment in West Palm Beach jumped to $2,268, according to Rent Café. In Boca Raton and Delray Beach the average cost of an apartment comes in $2,886 for Boca Raton and $2,858 in Delray. Meantime, in Boynton Beach that’s closer an apartment is averaging $2,332 a month.
The best french fries Palm Beach County has to offer? Try these
The french fry. A staple at most restaurants, but seemingly always playing second fiddle to some scene-stealing handheld wedged between two slices of bread. Whether it's a "burger and fries," "BLT with fries," "club sandwich with a side of fries," it's always the same. It's no different than Frances "Baby" Houseman being stuck...
Palm Beach officials: No short-term rentals or timeshares in residential zoning areas
Palm Beach officials have a stern warning for short-term and vacation rental, timeshares and fractional-ownership homes: Not here. Town Attorney Joanne O'Connor outlined the rules for the Town Council recently, after Council President Bobbie Lindsay asked for clarification on where and how vacation rentals and timeshares may be allowed in Palm Beach. ...
Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of July 7
In our weekly list of business people on the move, we highlight Palm Beach County professionals who are making a difference. These are people from across the spectrum of public and private endeavors, those working in charities, court houses, private practices and beyond. They are moving up within their industry, advancing their careers and standing out for their services within our community. ...
The new way opponents are trying to stop new Wellington showgrounds
The village of Wellington said it would not reverse a decision that allows developers to build new showgrounds and homes while removing 96 acres from the Equestrian Preserve. The decision came after opponents of the project petitioned the village for a rehearing since it believed the developer violated village code because the developers' environmental attorney works for the village as a special magistrate judge.
Extended Stay Hotel Projects Evolving in Jacksonville and Palm Springs, FL
Florida YIMBY has learned of various projects that plan to bring extended stay hotels in Jacksonville and Palm Springs. The Duval County venture involves two four-story hotels, with one offering 92 rooms and the other offering 124. The Jacksonville Business Journal notes that Integrated Construction will build both hotels, and they will be under the Extended Stay America banner.
Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Jupiter, Florida
Dog-friendly restaurants in Jupiter offer unique spots for pet owners to enjoy meals with furry friends. Jupiter has its fair share of dog-friendly restaurants. The town is easily one of the most dog-friendly cities on the Treasure Coast. The city is renowned for its dog-friendly beach, which is one of the best beaches for fur babies in the Sunshine State. Jupiter is also a great city for dining out with pets. Below are some of the best dog-friendly restaurants in Jupiter, Florida.
Palm Beach Town Council to consider revised plans for Paramount Theatre redevelopment
Revised plans to redevelop the historic Paramount Theatre Building will be presented to the Town Council — again — at its development review meeting Wednesday. Heeding direction from council members who expressed concerns about traffic, density and other impacts at three previous meetings this year, representatives will present their latest vision for the nearly century-old property, which Palm Beach resident Lester Woerner and his son, Trent, bought in 2021.
Electronic death registration system down in Florida causing issues at funeral homes
RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. — Funeral homes across Florida are reporting the state program for electronic death certificates is not working, causing delays in the timelines for funerals. Timothy E. Kitchens, president of the Florida Morticians Association and owner of the Timothy E. Kitchens Funeral Home in Riviera Beach, said...
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