TOP/PAST:Delray Beach police search Black men parked at the beach in 1956. Officials did not allow Black people on city beaches until 1962, slowly relenting in the face of negative national publicity. Photo provided by Delray Beach Historical Society
BOTTOM/PRESENT: Boynton Beach residents gathered in February to march to Sara Sims Park for the burning of copies of three racist ordinances. Photo provided by City of Boynton Beach
Clearing the books of a racist past: How coastal cities have dealt with written remnants of Jim Crow era
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Boca Raton: A view from the home front - For a boy on Boca’s coast, World War II was exciting; exhibit reveals time of subs and spies
Delray Beach: Delray Beach Historical Society exhibit brings boom of 1950s and ’60s back to life
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Business Spotlight: Former Manalapan mayor snaps up ocean-to-waterway parcel for $27.5 million
Coastal Star: First on scene at cycling crash explains how lifesaving effort was part of job
Dining: Mother’s Day brunch options range from buffets to fine dining
Health: Scammers have seniors in their sights; here’s how to outsmart them |JFK has a new chief nursing officer
House of the Month: Intracoastal views from Boca home
Meet Your Neighbor: Mark Zarrilli
Outdoors: Lionfish make fine, tasty targets for divers new to spearfishing
Pets: In an emergency, fast response can save your pet’s life
Philanthropy: Former foster child to speak as advocate at Angel Moms Brunch |Planned arts center names key fundraiser
Religion: What Passover means|Parishioner funds new lighted cross
Tots & Teens: Drone races teach Henderson students skills beyond piloting
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