St. Michael Lutheran Church in Wellington held a rummage and bake sale on Saturday, Oct. 17 in the church parking lot. There was a wide array of useful items available for bargain prices. Learn more about church events at www.stmichaelelc.com. The post Rummage & Bake Sale At St. Michael Church ap...
government
By Richard Tamborrino One of the most important items on the Nov. 3 general election ballot is Amendment 3, which would increase the homestead property tax exemption and lower Florida homeowners’ overall annual tax bill. On the surface, supporters are emphasizing direct tax relie...
government
While the national election is just days away, local municipal leaders are already preparing for their own campaigns next year in the Village of Royal Palm Beach and the Town of Loxahatchee Groves. Qualifying for the position will take place in November. Royal Palm Beach has two ...
government
Government in the Town of Loxahatchee Groves has undergone numerous changes since a municipal election last March. One of its biggest restructuring efforts is still in dispute and may result in a costly legal battle. Former Town Manager Francine Ramaglia is suing the town over it...
News
As rumors are swirling that there are plans to redevelop the Village Golf Club in Royal Palm Beach without public consent, local leaders are preparing to challenge an application that could build a residential community on the site. At the Royal Palm Beach Village Council meeting...
government
A key village board disagrees that residents in the Rustic Ranches neighborhood in western Wellington should be allowed to use more recreational vehicles (RVs) as temporary housing. Wellington’s Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board on Wednesday, Oct. 21 recommended denying approva...
parks
Two new roundabouts are coming to Wellington to improve traffic and safety in the community. Construction is currently underway on both projects: one at Lake Worth Road and 120th Avenue South, and one at the main entrance to Village Park on Pierson Road. “Roundabouts combine lowe...
parks
The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council is once again changing its proposed recreational vehicle (RV) program to better regulate them in the area. Council members discussed the latest revisions at a workshop meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The council has been trying to overhaul its RV ...
government
The Palm Beach County Commission knows that many residents do not want data centers but are divided on how they should create new rules to protect communities. Consultants are lining up to help them, and hiring one could cost taxpayers big money. The commissioners directed staff ...
parks
The Village of Royal Palm Beach held its Halloween-themed Rock ‘N’ Fall Festival with plenty of live music on Friday. Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. There was pumpkin carving for kids and bounce houses to keep them entertained. Saturday featured p...
Local
The Wellington Seniors Club held a luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Wellington Community Center. The club celebrated its 34th year with mini bundt cakes, as well as box lunches from Chick-fil-A. The post Wellington Seniors Club Celebrates 34th Anniversary appeared first on T...
safety
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office hosted a National Night Out Against Crime event on Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Wellington Amphitheater. Several PBSO departments were on hand to show off their latest equipment. Attendees enjoyed an array of freebies and refreshments. The post ...
schools
On Saturday, Oct. 24, Binks Forest Elementary School hosted its annual Boo Bash. This year, instead of a trunk-or-treat, the school decided to spice things up with a “candy crawl” theme instead. Vendors had candy and other goodies for the children. There were also food trucks and...
