After being featured in The Coastal Star last year, Capt. Christopher Colletta finished his Army service, and while studying in France took part in a D-Day remembrance (above). Photo Provided
By Ron Hayes
At this time last year, Christopher Colletta,
Ten years ago, we created our first holiday gift guide, inspired by tiny treasures.
This year, we looked to the sun, the moon, the stars and the sky for inspiration, finding presents large and small, both in size and price, that should appeal to jus
Sandy Hedges and daughter Tammy Deery own The Fancy Flamingo in Boynton Beach.
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By Jane Smith
Would you go into business with your mom?
That’s what Tammy Deery did about 14 years ago. A dental hygienist, Deery ha
A simple red and green theme conveys the essence of Christmas.
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Everything we do centers on food. After all, we’re only human.
And at no time is that more obvious than during the holidays.
Think about it: Near the end of
There is a new service that just launched in delray Beach called BirthdayComp.com. It lets you find free gifts from local businesses during your birthday month. It is free to join and you can send gifts to your friends for free too! check it out Clic
Professional surfer Peter Mendia, of West Palm Beach, rides a WaveJet surfboard near the Lake Worth Pier. Mendia says the propulsion system allows him to spend less time paddling and more time riding waves.
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Necklace of multicolored shell pearls, $195-$225. At Unique Boutique, Delray Beach.
Casta Flore flower ring with green and pink tourmaline, gold and diamonds, $2,900. At Furst, Delray Beach.
Freshwater ‘soufflé’ baroque pearls; strand with 18k
By Steve Plunkett
Will Palm Beach County’s renewed emphasis on ethics become the Grinch who stole Christmas gifts from municipal employees?
The Commission on Ethics was set to discuss gift-giving guidelines for town workers and other government emp
A basket full of cookies is great for a host; line it with decorative tissue or a pretty dishtowel as a bonus.
By Jan Norris
