More than 275 attendees celebrated Impact 100 Palm Beach County’s annual event, highlighted by an engaging interview with the co-chairwomen of the Grant Review Committee. Ingrid Kennemer, Noreen Payne and Shannon Moriarity delved into a discussion ab
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A pup-tacular time was had by all at the annual benefit for Tri-County Animal Rescue that featured cute boutiques, photos with (and without) pooches, an extravagant brunch, a doggie buffet, live music and lots of raffle prizes. Funds help rescued pet
Indoor and outdoor dining at Polpo in Manalapan provides panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Photo provided
By Jan Norris
At last! Cooler weather is upon us. Finally, it’s comfortable enough for outside dining.
Plenty of options exist, thanks to c
Kids race during a family day for the Islamic Center of Boca Raton, which calls itself an open religious organization for all and does not keep any membership. Photo provided
By Janis Fontaine
The terrible violence in the Middle East has forced many
Latin Divos (l-r) Ernesto Cabrera, Will Corujo, Fernando Gonzalez.
First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach opens its concert season at 4 p.m. Jan. 14 with a performance by the Latin Divos. The energetic pop/opera trio performs a mix of romantic ser
Nurse practitioner Carissa Raver suggests taking a holistic approach during January, by abstaining from alcohol and indulging in healthier behaviors. Photo provided
By Jan Engoren
Dry January is an import from the United Kingdom. It began in 2012 as
Local shelters are taking COVID-like precautions over a rise in respiratory illnesses in dogs. Photo provided
By Arden Moore
When the coronavirus first surfaced, medical experts admitted that they had more questions than answers. It took time to diag
By Joel Engelhardt
As Palm Beach County’s population grows, the share of public beaches for every resident drops.
And that makes it hard for the county to meet its target to have 0.18 acres of developed beach access for every 1,000 residents.
In fact
Diane Pohanka of Gulf Stream reacts to stretching exercises during therapy at Miller Physical Therapy in downtown Delray Beach, where she has become a regular since her August accident. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
By Joe Capozzi
Diane Pohanka, 63, i
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas (and Hanukkah)! From tree lightings to holiday bazaars, boat parades and more, the month will be filled with festive events.
ABOVE: Children are dazzled during Boca Raton’s tree lighting Nov. 18 at Mizner P
Michelle Rubin continues to teach life skills to her son Scott, 31, who works two jobs. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
By Sallie James
When Michelle Rubin’s son Scott was diagnosed with autism three decades ago, doctors told her the condition was extre
Corey Merritt and his son Henry, 6, avoid the incoming tide as it crashes into and erodes the dunes at the north end of Delray Beach. Photos by Tim Stepien and Jerry Lower/The Coastal Star
Heavy weather just shy of a tropical storm rating brought day
By Steve Plunkett
Final asphalt paving completed? Check.
Drainage ponds at Glades Road interchange done? Check.
Tolls being collected on Interstate 95’s new express lanes? Check.
The clock is winding down on the Florida Department of Transportation’s
By Mary Hladky
The Beach Condo Association of Boca Raton, Highland Beach and Delray Beach is all about safety.
To that end, members have surveyed the Spanish River Boulevard bridge and portions of State Road A1A, documenting needed road and pavement
By Mary Hladky
The Florida Department of Transportation is preparing to embark on a $7.3 million project that will completely make over the nearly 5-mile stretch of A1A that runs through Boca Raton.
The project is still four years off, starting in th
By Mary Hladky
Two well-known candidates are vying to replace term-limited Deputy Mayor Monica Mayotte in the March 19 Boca Raton election.
Andy Thomson is making a new bid to serve on the City Council after he resigned last year to pursue his candid
By Mary Hladky
The team assembled to develop the Center for Arts and Innovation is moving quickly to make the proposed cultural campus in Mizner Park a reality.
In a Nov. 27 update to City Council members, center chair and CEO Andrea Virgin said she
By Mary Hladky
Mark Stahlbaum has a pigeon problem.
His neighbor feeds pigeons. The free meals draw ever more pigeons and they now number about 165. They poop on his house and cars, cause damage and create a smelly mess.
“I am horrified by what I hav
By Mary Hladky
Residents wishing to address the City Council will have to speak quickly.
Council members approved an ordinance on Nov. 14 that reduces the time allotted to people who want to weigh in on city matters from 5 minutes to 3.
The intent is
By Mary Hladky
It’s now official: George Brown will become city manager on Jan. 1, taking the reins from Leif Ahnell, who has held that position for 24 years.
City Council members did not comment on the transition when they unanimously approved Brown
