By Steve Plunkett
In a rare rebuke, the Boca Raton City Council overrode its Community Appearance Board and will allow the 16-story Carlton condominium tower to paint beige accent stripes around the outside edge of its balconies.
The CAB wanted the
By Sallie James
BOCA RATON — Carmella L. Gesner, a devoted Catholic and tireless philanthropist known by her friends as “Mel,” died Oct 3. She was 92.A longtime Boca Raton resident, Mrs. Gesner was an active member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church,
As with past celebrations of ‘Chanukah Under the Stars,’ music will be an important part of the Dec. 7 event, with three choirs performing. Photo provided
By Janis Fontaine
Thanks in part to a Jewish Outreach grant from the Jewish Federation of Sou
By Henry Fitzgerald
BOCA RATON — Sylvia Robinson was always polite and considerate of others. After all, it was the only way for a proper lady to act. She made sure to dress impeccably and always, always put her best face forward. Being a lady was im
Eddie James and Tommy Woodward poke fun at religion as a way to get people involved in church. They will perform Nov. 14 at Cason United Methodist in Delray Beach.
Photo provided
Who says there’s no laughing in church?
Tommy Woodard and Eddie James,
Jeannie Fernsworth, a co-founder of the Children’s Garden, shows the new path, which is accessible to people in wheelchairs and with walking devices. The path was underwritten by a donation from the Grass River Garden Club, Capital One Bank and Alexa
Garden tour to be source of landscaping ideas
By Deborah S. Hartz-Seeley
Residents looking for new ideas to attract more birds and butterflies to their yards and snowbirds interested in landscaping that doesn’t need much maintenance while they ar
Delray Medical Center earned the thrombectomy-capable stroke center certification from The Joint Commission in collaboration with the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. Certification means the hospital meets standards for per
Renovation work by DPR Construction began at the Virginia and Harvey Kimmel Milagro Junior Teen Leadership Center, as the Milagro Foundation adds a third location. The center will offer cultural arts and academic programs to economically disadvantage
St. John Paul II Academy held its annual Lady Eagle volleyball match to fight breast cancer, going up against the team from American Heritage of Delray Beach. Volunteers sold baked goods and souvenirs to augment fundraising. Darci McNally from Boca R
By Arden Moore
When facing new or strange circumstances, far too many dogs transform into scaredy-cats and far too many cats become doggone full of fright. This full-throttle fear factor kicks into high gear during the holiday season.
From Halloween
By Ron Hayes
“Publix — Where Shopping Is a Pleasure.”
And then you spot that scale at the front of the store — that old-fashioned Toledo Model No. 2830, that always-present Publix scale, waiting to reveal your weight.
You set the bag of fried chick
Unicorn Children’s Foundation welcomes back seven incumbents and 13 new members to its board of directors.
The group brings a wealth of business acumen and commitment that will help the organization expand its impact.
“Board members play a very cruci
Nov. 7: A new fundraiser for the Naoma Donnelley Haggin Boys & Girls Club in Delray Beach will feature renowned athletes and sports celebrities. Time is 6 p.m. for the VIP cocktail hour and 7:30 for dinner. Cost is $200 for the VIP cocktail hour and
Nov. 7: The Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum’s Walk of Recognition Induction Ceremony and Reception will celebrate individuals and entities making a positive impact on the city. Time is 6 p.m. Tickets are $75. Call 395-6766, Ext. 101 or go to b
(l-r) Junior League President Renata Sans de Negri, Heather Shaw, vice president and general manager of Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton, and event Chairwoman Nicole Stelzer will preside over the luncheon and fashion show. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
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Men and women who served in the U.S. military dating back to World War II were treated to a show by music legend Tony Orlando in recognition of the National Day of Honor for American Veterans Disabled for Life. The world-famous USO Show Troupe, the P
More than 80 thirsty art fans attended a fundraiser for the Arts Warehouse in Delray Beach, an incubator space for creative people, as well as for education, exhibitions and talks. The event included samplings of beer and wine, food and a raffle. ‘It
Il Circolo, the Italian Cultural Society, had its first event of the season in celebration of Italian Heritage Month. A gathering of 80-plus enjoyed dinner al fresco. Spirited music entertained diners who joined in singing and dancing. Throughout the
A caption in the October issue on the George Snow Scholarship Fund’s Boca’s Ballroom Battle incorrectly stated the amount of funds raised. The amount is $480,000. Photo: Community dancers and professional instructors included (l-r) Jamie Rosemurgy, J
