Gulf Stream School eighth-grader Dakota Konrad hugs her father, Rob, a former Miami Dolphin, after giving a speech about how he survived a boating accident. Jerry Lower/The Coastal Star
By Willie Howard
Dakota Konrad, an eighth-grade student at Gulf
(l-r) Kimberly Agnello, of JM Family Enterprises; Mark Warren, of the Warren Family Foundation; Gordon Gilbert, founder of Gumbo Limbo Nature Center; and Lisa Davis, of JM Family Enterprises. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
Friends of Gumbo Limbo, the v
Florida Atlantic University benefactor Fara Love has made another gift to the school’s commercial music program, which doubles the Jerry and Devon Love Endowed Commercial Music Scholarship. The scholarship, which supports three students annually, was
Climbing the success ladder of a different kind, a long and impressive roster of CEOs and executives participated in the inaugural CEO Build by Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County and had the privilege of dedicating a home. A team of 70 v
A sold-out crowd of 200 celebrated in the church hall with a four-course meal followed by dessert. Gino DeMarco and Josephine Dolce then provided beautiful harmonies of Italian favorites. The seaside parish under the direction of the Rev. D. Brian Ho
UNICO Highland Beach offers scholarships to 12th-graders graduating from Palm Beach County high schools. A chapter member who has chosen to remain anonymous has pledged up to $5,000 if other members match the amount. ‘We are off to a great start,’ sa
More than 100 supporters, along with local dignitaries, were invited to ‘Washed Ashore: Art To Save the Sea,’ which runs through June 3 at the public garden. The exhibit showcases giant sea-life sculptures made from marine debris and graphically illu
Boca Raton’s Promise presented its fifth annual event to honor community leaders' understanding and action in breaking the silence of mental health. Awards were presented in categories ranging from youth counseling to film production and social media
Good humor was in abundance during the Delray Beach Public Library’s 12th installment of the fundraiser that has become a fan favorite for its creative, casual, fun-filled night of comedy, cocktails and dinner-by-the-bite. Headliners were Don Gavin,
Music legends The Temptations provided special entertainment at the 56th annual black-tie gala, which raised more than $1.6 million to enhance patient-care initiatives. A sold-out crowd of more than 1,200 paid tribute to Honorary Chairs Stanley and
Guests at the condo's 2018 splash-filled affair enjoyed a beautiful afternoon and a visit from former residents Howard and Beverlee Schnellenberger.
ABOVE: (l-r) Gillian McMullin, Mark Brody, Peter McMullin and Beverlee Schnellenberger. BELOW: Legen
About 300 people turned out to bike, run and walk in support of the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County. Participants had the option of biking 20 or 42 miles, running or walking a 5K, or doing a 1-mile family walk or ride. The event is expected t
A table of diners toasts to a beautiful evening along Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach during last year's Savor the Avenue. The event is March 26 this year. Photo provided
By Jan Norris
The biggest food and wine event for Boca Raton is gearing up fo
Palm Beach County's Hindus celebrate Holi, the arrival of spring, by throwing colored powder at one another and squirting colored water. Photo provided
This is one of an occasional series on how various cultures celebrate the new year.
By Janis
The Plate: A Puttanesca Flatbread
The Place: Temple Orange, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan; 540-4923 or www.templeorangerestaurant.com.
The Price: $19
The Skinny: Many of us have had a pasta puttanesca — you know, pasta t
Florida Lore, by Caren Schnur Neile; History Press,
167 pp.; $21.95
By Steve Pike
Caren Schnur Neile can’t remember a time when she wasn’t telling stories.
“I was 7 years old when I wrote my first little book,’’ said Neile, whose latest book, Florid
The trial of former Ocean Ridge Vice Mayor Richard Lucibella, accused of felony battery on a law enforcement officer and other charges, will begin now April 30, Circuit Judge Meenu Sasser ordered Feb. 20.
The case of an accused burglar who s
By Jane Smith
Delray Beach City Commission candidate Ryan Boylston sat on the board of the Downtown Development Agency when it paid thousands of taxpayer dollars to advertise in a newspaper that he co-owned.
The payments could be a breach of state e
Towns and cities holding elections March 13 will have the following forums for voters to meet the candidates:
Boca Raton
When: Feb. 8
Where: 6500 Building, 6500 Congress Ave.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Sponsor: Federation of Boca Raton Homeowner Associations
De
By Dan Moffett
Manalapan town commissioners are countering a spate of stolen cars with an aggressive plan to enhance security that includes hiring four police officers and expanding the town’s already extensive use of cameras and technology.
“We live
