By Mary Thurwachter
LANTANA — Judy Black was passionate in promoting environmental conservation and committed to creating gardens.
“She was a leader in the environmental movement,” said Ilona Balfour, who worked for a number of years with M
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By Rich Pollack
After discussing the possibility of seeking a new outside law firm, the Boca Raton Airport Authority agreed last month to stay with the firm that has represented the board for the last nine years.
“I’m comfortable that we have
By Dan Moffett
At the height of his influence a decade ago, Delray Beach-based developer Anthony Pugliese III oversaw the biggest land deal in Central Florida since Disney World and sat on Palm Beach County’s Judicial Nominating Commission that s
Story and photos by Mary Thurwachter
Accolades keep rolling in for Palm Beach’s Worth Avenue, a collection of more than 200 upscale shops (Tiffany, Chanel, Hermes, Saks, Louis Vuitton and Cartier, etc.) offering everything from designer jewelr
Lance Shaner, owner of Shaner Hotel Group, and Mike Sformo, Operation Backbone’s founder.
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By Rich Pollack
Lance Shaner was in Buffalo several months ago for what he thought was simply the opening of the new Buffal
The Sequin Delray Beach store will have to pay its business tax this financial year, four city commissioners agreed Oct. 20.
Manager Jodi Stein had requested a reprieve from paying the $172.56 business license fee because of the road construc
By Jane Smith
The man’s voice on the robocall sounded as if something dangerous were happening.
In mid-September, he warned of Delray Beach elected officials’ transferring fire-rescue services to the county. The county will get the equipment, buildi
Garden team leader Shelly Zacks hands a pruning saw to Arie Forma.
Salo Bowen carries some wood for stakes.
A vining sweet potato already is in bloom.
Jeanne Fernsworth lays cardboard to be covered with mulch.
Photos by Jerry
This gray fox is a frequent visitor to Briny Breezes.
Photo courtesy Marcela Viglianchino
By Cheryl Blackerby
In early morning, a gray fox peeked out of dense foliage by the Little Club golf course in Gulf Stream and trotted with its distinctive
Luke Hemsher, 7, of Boynton Beach, takes off from a ramp at Hobbit Skate Park at the 505 Teen Center in Delray Beach.
Photos by Taylor Jones/The Coastal Star
By Janis Fontaine
It seems parents are always wondering what to do with the kids for the
Rich Anderson, executive director of the Peggy Adams Rescue League, with Manny — one of the large dogs seeking a forever home. Photo courtesy Michelle Christmann
By Arden Moore
Sometimes, zero can be the most powerful number. It can be a mighty
First communion photos like this one capture the timeless traditions of the church and school.
Contributed photo
St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church and School are asking residents to share their historic photos, old yearbooks, uniforms and other
By Dan Moffett
Palm Beach County Circuit Court Judge Gregory Keyser has scheduled a May 6 hearing to consider whether organizers of the movement to recall Ocean Ridge Town Commissioner Richard Lucibella have submitted legally valid petitions.
Lucibe
Ocean Ridge Town Clerk Karen Hancsak (l) talks with Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, Susan Bucher, just prior to a March 8 emergency hearing concerning an lawsuit filed by Ocean Ridge Town Commissoner Richard Lucibella. Both Hancsak and Buc
Meet Jacqie, whose karaoke night brings crowds to Manalapan
John Justice Parker, 28, of Royal Palm Beach sings with Jackson.
By Ron Hayes
One evening last December, an older gentleman appeared at Manalapan Pizza & Italian Cuisine in the Plaza d
By Sallie James
Keeping the waterways free of navigation-clogging silt so boats can pass freely is a pricey proposition.
To help cover the cost of a huge dredging project to clear the silt from the Hillsboro Canal, Boca Raton officials are h
High ceilings with recessed tray and globe light fixtures
provide volume to the kitchen of this recently built home.
A model sailboat and Adirondack chairs greet visitors to Beth McOwens’ classic 1950s home.
The terrazzo floors have been restored
Win an Arden book!
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By Mary Thurwachter
Council members in Lantana had a change of heart about installing parking meters in the town-owned parking lot on South Third Street off Lantana Road.
At the Jan. 26 town meeting, the council decided to look into lea
Glenn Chapman enjoys working a stone’s throw from his home and family. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
Every day as he headed to the office, Dr. Glenn Chapman drove by the two-story building on State Road A1A, just a stone’s throw from his home in