Brighter days for tourism
We are in the middle of South Florida’s prime weather months. COVID-19 has meant fewer tourists, but plenty of people still are finding their way to South County beaches, and an upswing in tourism may be imminent. ‘Tourism is in recovery but is not as strong as we had hoped,’ Palm Beach Tourist Development Council Executive Director Glenn Jergensen wrote in an email to The Coastal Star. ‘The bright side is 80% of Americans are ready to begin traveling over the coming months, and summer — which is our drive-market season — could be strong as folks get vaccines and decide to take a trip.’
ABOVE: (l-r) Ellen Christy, Diane Bourgeois, Elizabeth Edwards, Tom Goulet and Deanna Chandonnet, visitors from Boston, converse Feb. 26 with Delray Beach lifeguard Chris Javens.
Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
Delray Beach: Some wrongly use drinking water for irrigation, records show | Despite flaws, reclaimed system meets mission of conserving water | Barrier island water main damaged by construction crew
Highland Beach: Injured pedestrian brings renewed focus to crosswalk safety
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Elections
Boca Raton: City Council races turn negative as election nears | Charter questions would stiffen residency rules
Delray Beach: Tone of races in Delray election ranges from rude to respectful
Lantana: Candidates weigh in on reserve funds, development, water source | Supporters of mayoral candidates spar over sign placement
Ocean Ridge: Three challengers say commission meddling with homeowner rights
Editor's Note: Pandemic no excuse for selfish behavior
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Around Town
Horse Haven: Coastal community equestrians share fondness for a top-notch lesson and show stable in Delray
Business Spotlight: 'King of Queens' star returns to Delray
Coastal Star: FAU professor has lent a helping hand to his community for decades
Dining: Surge in business noticeable at Atlantic Avenue restaurants
Finding Faith: Some of usual Passover, Easter to return as pandemic eases | Food has extra meaning in traditions of holidays
Health & Harmony: Start small, but make a plan to combat the 'quarantine 15' | JFK doctors tell why colorectal cancer screening is essential
House of the Month: An oceanfront classic in Manalapan
Meet Your Neighbor: Linda Sorenson | Palm Beach County chapter celebrates being largest of League of Women Voters
On the Water: Ocean Inlet Park Marina renovations may close slips until late 2023
Pets: Ocean Ridge couple enjoys the wonder of kittens' first year | Fostering Ozzie and Harry: What a wonderful life
Pay if Forward: Mark those calendars for this month's Spring Fling | Children's Foundation program to give $50,000 grants to charities
Secret Gardens: First see the artworks, then view the real subjects rooted in nature at Pan's Garden
Tots & Teens: Philanthropy Tank finalists seek to bridge digital divide
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