The series of events commemorating Boca Raton’s centennial last year gave the city an economic boost.
A May 29 city report detailing the impact of the events found that the programs generated about $16.8 million in spending benefiting the local econo
Lift station update — Thomas Biggs, executive vice president of Mock Roos, which is building South Palm Beach’s new wastewater lift station, updated Town Council members on the project at their June 9 meeting and assured Mayor Rafael Pineiro that the
A Boynton Beach priest has been placed on administrative leave, with the Diocese of Palm Beach announcing that “serious allegations” had been made against him.
The Rev. Alex J. Vargas, pastor of St. Thomas More Catholic Church on Military Trail near
‘The 14th Colony’ on display at museum
What: Discover Florida’s role in the American Revolution through ‘America 250: The 14th Colony,’ a special exhibition exploring the territory’s unique place in the nation’s founding story. While 13 colonies decl
An anonymous donor has gifted a Tesla Cybertruck to the Manalapan Police Department, which will see if the electric vehicle is cost effective. Design image provided
By Jane Musgrave
When a Manalapan resident said he wanted to give a Tesla Cybertruck
By Mary Hladky
Even if Florida voters in November approve massive property tax cuts placed on the ballot by the state Legislature, those cuts won’t take effect until the 2027-28 fiscal year.
So Boca Raton city officials, while mindful of what they co
By Jane Musgrave
A month after the Manalapan Town Commission passed a law cracking down on shark-fishing from its shores, elected leaders learned they overstepped their authority.
Regulating fishing, even reeling sharks into shore, is the sole provi
Delray Beach resident Ronda Gale, pictured with one her paintings, has used tragedy to steer her from tattoo art to fine art. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
Delray Beach resident Ronda Gale has changed her career focus from her 30-plus years as a tatt
Construction work remains incomplete at the Mandarin Oriental. The condos, with plastering, are to the left and the hotel is to the right. Larry Barszewski/The Coastal Star
By Mary Hladky
A Boca Raton couple who placed a $1.65 million deposit on a Ma
By Mary Thurwachter
Lantana Town Manager Brian Raducci told the Town Council during its June 8 budget workshop that although the town “is pretty far along” in its budget process, things could change if the Florida constitutional amendment on homestea
By Patrick Sherry
Lantana officials approved an agreement with the Town of Palm Beach for Lantana to oversee boat dock permitting for 15 waterfront properties whose docks are within the nearby town’s jurisdiction.
The Lantana Town Council unanimously
Briny Breezes residents could see a big tax increase. Town Manager Bill Thrasher is proposing increasing the property tax rate from $3.75 to $6.75 per $1,000 of taxable value.
If that rate is adopted this year, the owner of a mobile home with a taxa
Town clerk resigns — Town Clerk Kathleen Dominguez announced her resignation at the June 8 Town Council meeting. Dominguez, a certified municipal clerk with a degree in public communications from Florida Atlantic University, has been Lantana’s clerk
Palm Beach County tax roll data, updated since estimates were released on May 27, show that countywide taxable property values increased 7.35% from 2025 to 2026, up from the 6.9% increase forecast in May.
The taxable property values are based on mar
Pompey Park project advances — Pompey Park is getting a new community center to replace its current facility. The Delray Beach City Commission voted 4-1 during its June 9 meeting to approve a guaranteed maximum price of $59.2 million for the project,
By Steve Plunkett
A man hiding from police behind Town Hall hailed a ride-share company and fled Gulf Stream, only to be caught after a foot chase near the Boynton Beach water tower.
Ja’Quez McMillian, 23, drove into town June 11 around 3:45 a.m. in
By Sephora Charles
A Palm Beach County Inspector General’s Office audit revealed that more than $11,000 of the town of Ocean Ridge’s credit card usage could not be fully verified because documentation was missing or incomplete.
The audit, released
Ryan and Samantha Garvey recently held the grand opening for their flower shop, French Florist, in Boca Raton. The couple plans to personally hand-deliver many orders. Photo provided
By Christine Davis
French Florist, 5601 N. Federal Highway, Suite 9
Local soccer fans got the chance of a lifetime to see the World Cup’s smallest qualifier make a big splash in Boca Raton
A Curaçao player encourages four members of the Boca Raton girls 10-and-under team, which joined the World Cup athletes on the f
Dr. Herbert Wertheim is celebrated by supporters echoing his dress style at a news conference announcing his donation to Baptist Health. Photo provided
By Lou Ann Frala
Manalapan philanthropist Dr. Herbert “Herbie” Wertheim has given $100 million to
