By John Pacenti
In an unusual December election, voters in Florida House District 90 will pick a new state representative.
The Dec. 9 election choice features Democrat Delray Beach Vice Mayor Rob Long, Republican Maria Zack or independent Karen Yeh
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OCEAN RIDGE — Don Young died Nov. 23 while in hospice care at his home in Ocean Ridge, with his family by his side. He was 89.
Mr. Young was born in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 12, 1936, to his loving parents, Donald John Young and Elizabeth Cowan
Le Colonial offers its intimate parrot room with seating for 12. Photo provided by Neil Burger
By Jan Norris
It’s the start of the season for parties, events and life celebrations. But where are you going to host, say, 132 of your closest friends?
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BioStem Technologies, a biotechnology company developing placental-derived tissue grafts for advanced wound care, is moving its headquarters from Pompano Beach to the Research Park in Boca Raton after the city agreed to award $300,000 in incentives.
By Steve Plunkett
Water bills in Gulf Stream went up sharply as of Oct. 1 to make up for the higher rates that Delray Beach is charging the town — turning a potential $230,000 loss into a $107,000 surplus.
“Delray is essentially gouging us at $4.90 (
Ocean Ridge commissioners recently got their first glance at the proposed fire station at Harvey E. Oyer Jr. Park at the Boynton Inlet. Rendering provided
By John Pacenti
As if pulled from the pages of some children’s storybook, the look of the new
By Jan Norris
You’re not showing up empty-handed to any affair on our watch. We have the suggestions and the goods for your hosts or for thank-you gifts during the season. Be the good guest and bring something appropriate — either tasty or useful.
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Unofficial election results had Maria Zack winning the Republican primary race to challenge Delray Beach Vice Mayor Rob Long, a Democrat, in the Dec. 9 special election to succeed state Rep. Joe Casello, who died in July.
Also slated to be on the bal
OCEAN RIDGE — Thomas Waters Perry III died Sept. 15 at Bethesda Hospital in Boynton Beach, surrounded by his cherished friends and loved ones. He was 73.
Born on May 14, 1952, in Chevy Chase, Maryland, Mr. Perry lived a vibrant life defined by his in
The parking fee at Oceanfront Park increased $1 an hour as of Oct. 1, going to $3.50 an hour, Boynton Beach officials said.
However, the city is not yet implementing any on-street parking fees on Ocean Avenue or in the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum l
The announcement of the expansion of Promise Fund medical services brought out (front, l-r): Promise Fund CEO Audrey Brown; Promise Fund founder Nancy G. Brinker; Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins, U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel; state Sen. Lori Berman; and
A Glock 9mm handgun, bullets and a list of addresses were found in the suspect’s car. Photo provided
By Rich Pollack
Detective work by the Ocean Ridge Police Department combined with the use of crime-fighting technology helped lead to the arrest of
Best Buy and Ikea are combining in the fall to open kitchen and storage-planning services at 10 Best Buy stores, including the one in Boynton Beach at 550 N. Congress Ave. Photo provided
By Christine Davis
Best Buy and Ikea U.S. have partnered to
Sheriff’s office announces arrest of serial shooter who took aim at homes in Ocean Ridge, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach and elsewhere
The Glock 9mm handgun that officials say was used in 16 separate shooting incidents around Palm Beach County in rec
We are delighted to share some good news about the future of The Coastal Star.
We’re welcoming Harvey Oyer III as a shareholder in the ownership of our publishing company. Our newspaper has been locally owned and operated since we published our first
Workers paint over rainbow street art — celebrating gay pride — in Boynton Beach on East Ocean Avenue after federal and state officials threateaned to withold millions of dollars for transportation improvements if the artwork isn't removed. Photo pro
Election slated to fill Rep. Casello’s House seat
Gov. Ron DeSantis has scheduled a special primary election for Sept. 30 to fill the Florida House of Representatives District 90 seat vacated by the death of State Rep. Joe Case
Election slated to fill Rep. Casello's House seat
By Tao Woolfe
BOYNTON BEACH — Longtime firefighter and Florida state Rep. Joe Casello, D-Boynton Beach, who went from fighting fires to fighting for his constituents, died on July 18 from a heart atta
By Rich Pollack
Water and sewer system improvement projects and road renovations, along with public safety enhancements, were among projects in south Palm Beach County that survived state budget cuts and received funding.
While Gov. Ron DeSantis veto
Restaurants serve up tacos, burgers, sushi and more that adhere to Jewish dietary laws
Chinese food such as steamed chicken dumplings, top, long noodle soup, middle, and sesame chicken, bottom, can keep their same flavors and still be prepared follow
