By Joe Capozzi
South Palm Beach officials are taking tours of the West Palm Beach water treatment plant to gain a better understanding of the quality of the town’s drinking water supply.
Council members Ray McMillan and Monte Berendes took separate
To underscore the Hanley Foundation’s belief that family time is time well spent, the 27th annual outdoor event took place with more than 220 in attendance. Chairs Joe and Kelly Rooney and Christian and Ann-Britt Angle ensured a day filled with fun f
The signature benefit for the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County raised $175,000 to aid children and adults struggling with reading skills. Bestselling author Elizabeth Berg was a huge hit with attendees. Berg penned the 2021-22 Read Together Pa
More than 150 major donors and guests attended a dinner to honor benefactors, founders and sponsors as well as members of the Dress Circle. A Valentine’s Day-themed three-course meal was followed by singing from Audra McDonald. ‘We are so delighted y
Siblings Arya and Dany enjoy a feline favorite: being elevated in a cozy cat tree. Photo provided
By Arden Moore
Does your cat have a case of the kitty blahs? A day spent eating, sleeping and grooming may sound welcoming at first. But imagine if you
Lori Joyce owns Muddy Paws Pet Care, which is based in Boynton Beach. Eight-year-old Teddy is one of her favorite dogs to walk. Photo provided
By Arden Moore
If you want to win popularity points from your dog, take a walk on the wag side. Truly. The
Miami-based chef and restaurateur Michelle Bernstein mentored Lindsay Autry, now executive chef at The Regional in West Palm Beach. Photos provided
A growing number of establishments are owned and led by females
By Jan Norris
Professional kitchens ha
Mia Bonutti, a senior at Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach, stands inside the 30-foot camper she renovated for her independent study project, which allowed her to tackle a real-life topic of interest. She hopes to donate the RV to an organization t
Cats have delicate systems and can become ill if their diets change abruptly. This is an issue because of pandemic-related shortages, rising prices and shipping delays. Photo provided
By Arden Moore
Since the pandemic began two-plus years ago, grocer
Graphic provided by the American Veterinary Dental Society
By Arden Moore
Is your cat leaving tiny pieces of kibble scattered on the kitchen floor? Has your dog stopped pestering you to play tug with his favorite toy? Is your pet acting a bit cran
By Joe Capozzi
Council members are considering changes to the town code that would turn up the volume on allowable noise levels in South Palm Beach.
But peace-and-quiet advocates needn’t worry: The Town Council doesn’t intend to allow much more of a
Spaces at Mounts Botanical Garden offer inspiration for gardeners and nature lovers. Coastal Star file photos
A holiday guide worthy of two green thumbs-up from gardeners and nature lovers
By Deborah S. Hartz-Seeley
Nature has helped many of us cope
(L-R) Jeff and Aggie Stoops with board treasurer Steve Bernstein. Photo provided by Tracey Benson Photography
HomeSafe CEO Matthew Ladika announced a $5 million gift from Aggie and Jeff Stoops to the nonprofit, whose mission is to help victims of ch
By Amy Woods
Boca Raton residents and philanthropists Michael and Michelle Hagerty have made their third seven-figure gift to “Keeping the Promise — The Campaign for Boca Raton Regional Hospital.”
The $5 million contribution in support of residency p
Note: Events are current as of 11/24. Please check with organizers for any changes.
DECEMBER 4
Saturday - 12/4-5 - Boca Raton Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival at Sanborn Square, 77 N Federal Hwy. 100+ artisans: painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, p
Karen Chambers, DNP, APRN, an assistant professor in the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, assists a patient in the FAU/Northwest Community Health Alliance’s Community Health Center. Photo provided by Alex Dolce
Florida Atlantic University and N
Note: Events are current as of 10/28. Please check with organizers for any changes.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Annual Veterans Day Parade at Cultural Plaza, 414 Lake Ave, Lake Worth Beach. Honors the 100th Anniversary of Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. 11 am.
Kapow is moving to new space in Boca’s Mizner Park. The old location will host a New Orleans-themed spot. Photo provided
By Jan Norris
Kapow, the small noodle bar that became an overnight success in Mizner Park, celebrates its 10th year with a big an
The Rev. Dennis Gonzales celebrates a Mass for health care professionals in November at St. Ann Catholic Church in West Palm Beach. Gonzales, who has a bachelor’s degree in nursing, took over as pastor of St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church in Delray
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN PALM BEACH COUNTY PROVIDES UPDATE ON PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY
On May 28, 2021, the City of West Palm Beach notified the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County (DOH) that elevated levels of cylindrospermosin, a cyano
