Most people, as they age, are affected by joint arthritis, and it presents as pain, swelling, and stiffness. Living with knee arthritis can be challenging, but staying active is key to managing the condition—movement helps maintain
Spring is the season of comings and goings. Winter visitors will soon be leaving South County as they do every year. Even the moon left us, hiding in Earth’s shadow for about an hour on March 14 in the only lunar eclipse we could see here in 202
You won’t see any “year in review” stories or photos in this January edition. It’s not that they aren’t interesting, it’s just that I’m a Capricorn — always looking forward. The coming year interests me far more than the one in the rearview mirror. S
Pembroke Pines, Florida -- The 12th Annual Harbor Lights Gala was a resounding success, bringing together an unforgettable evening of giving back with flair by raising $280,000 for teens in foster care. Held on March 8, at Bergeron Green Glades Ranc
South Florida (November 8, 2024) – Children's Harbor, a nationally accredited child welfare organization with a mission to help strengthen families in our community and provide safe shelter and support to teens in foster care, recently learned that a
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Riviera Beach, FL - Community Partners of South Florida is proud to announce that its Chief Executive Officer, Kelly Powell, has been accepted into NeighborWor
Polo is often described as a majestic partnership between the player and their trusted horse - a bond that requires strength, skill, and harmony. While much attention is given to the care of these incredible animals, it's equ
Riviera Beach, FL - Families across Palm Beach County face significant challenges due to heirs' property issues, a legal hurdle that often results in clouded titles. These complications can prevent families from accessing vital financial tools such a
The people we feature in the pages of this newspaper frequently comment on how one of the things they love about living in our coastal communities is the “friendliness” of their neighbors. And sometimes, our reporting shows this neighborliness to be
Wellington, FL – Luxury senior community Wellington Bay and Lisbet Memory Care buzzed with energy and enthusiasm on April 2, 2025, as residents embraced the spirit of competition and camaraderie at the Wisdom Warrior Challenge. This uplifting event,
The Coastal Star is converting all of its delivery to single-family homes, going from newspapers in plastic bags thrown in driveways to having U.S. Postal Service delivery in mailboxes.
We are doing this to improve service to our readers and adverti
I’ve lived in Highland Beach for 26 years. In spite of all the new and improved infrastructure put in place to deter it — the latest of which is pedestrian-activated warning lights installed at no small expense — vehicles continue to fly through cro
Hello! I’m Diana Taylor, author of the Pug at the Beach book series and past interviewee of the Coastal Star. After transitioning from a career in publishing, I found my passion in sound and vibrational healing, a path I pursued after my progressive
Pembroke Pines, FL – On March 21, 2025, Memorial Healthcare System hosted its Fourth Annual Memorial Healthcare Career Day Expo at Children’s Harbor in Pembroke Pines. This empowering event aimed to inspire teens and youth in foster care to explore v
Pembroke Pines, FL (January 30, 2025) – In a collaborative commitment to advancing opportunities, success, and the overall health of local youth, Memorial Healthcare System will host the Fourth Annual Memorial Healthcare Career Day Expo on Friday, Ma
Fort Lauderdale, FL – On Thursday, March 13, Florida’s Children First honored Children's Harbor's President and CEO, Tiffani Dhooge, with the 2025 Outstanding Advocates Award for Children. Florida’s Children First is a nonprofit organization that has
While I can appreciate the artistic and educational value in the recycling of the bottle caps picked up along the beach (Coastal Star, January 2025: Beach walker turns bottle caps into art), it should not escape acknowledgment that these are the res