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15 hours ago
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5 amazing digital benefits of a Palm Beach Post subscription
Know what's being built in your community, how much you'll pay in taxes and energy costs, what cool new restaurants are in town, what's your local government deciding, when will insurance rates lessen, how to navigate the healthcare system to care for your elderly family members, what's going on with your child's school, what transportation projects are under way, how to get through hurricane season safely, what are the Dolphins' chances forr a Super Bowl and who are the best student athletes in Palm Beach County. That's a lot. And it's not even close to everything you'll get with a Palm Beach Post subscription. The Post newsroom holds those in power accountable and gives you information every day, on multiple platforms, so you're more informed, more educated, more entertained and more engaged with your community, your county and your state. Be one of the first to learn about breaking news with personalized news alerts, flip through a digital replica of the print paper, and more with a subscription to the Palm Beach Post. Here are five digital benefits included with a Palm Beach Post subscription: Great stories don't stop with great reporting and writing. With your subscription, you'll have unlimited access to bonus content not found in the print paper, such as staff-produced Post videos: most dangerous intersections in Palm Beach County; public beach in Palm Beach under a lawsuit; photo galleries filled with amazing pictures from our award-winning photographers, and interactive databases. Subscribers also have exclusive access to all of our top premium content. ➤ To keep our subscribers informed, we offer a suite of newsletters to keep you up-to-date on the top news each week. You can receive the top articles to your inbox each day in the form of the Daily Briefing newsletter, complete with photos and article summaries. Subscribers can click through to the full articles straight from the email. Plus access to two subscriber-only newsletters to hear directly from our news team on what top stories are happening in Your Week and to get The Dirt on the sizzling real estate market in Palm Beach County. And you can also get up-to-date community news by subscribing to one of our recently redesigned community newsletters for northern, central, western and southern Palm Beach County. The Palm Beach Post app offers a personalized experience to your liking. Download our app to personalize your news alerts, swipe and scroll through stories faster, and bookmark them to save and read later. Through The Palm Beach Post app, you can personalize notifications so you can know the news right when it happens. Select alerts for breaking news, top stories, sports, entertainment, weather, traffic, and business. Quiet times for your alerts can be set within the app. You can access the print edition daily on your computer, mobile device, or tablet by accessing the e-Edition, a digital replica of the print edition. The e-Edition can be accessed on our website or through the Palm Beach Post e-Edition app. All of the digital benefits mentioned in this article are also included in a subscription that includes home delivery. LEARN MORE: See offers that include home delivery Right now, we have a special offer for a subscription. Visit our subscription page to take advantage of this limited-time offer. LEARN MORE: Special offer details This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Benefits of a Palm Beach Post subscription for your local news
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3 days ago
- Climate
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The other season — hurricane — has arrived; being prepared is key
It's June 1, which means it's that time of year again. If you've lived in Florida for any length of time, no explanation is needed. If you're a recent arrival, it marks the beginning of the six-month Atlantic hurricane season that runs through Nov. 30. That means it's time to stock up on supplies such as water, shelf-stable foods and batteries; to make sure the generator is ready to go in the event of a power failure; and to finalize evacuation plans for your family, including any pets, if the town is in the path of a storm. It's also good to store important papers in waterproof and even fireproof containers. NOAA's prediction of 13 to 19 named storms, including six to 10 hurricanes — and three to five major hurricanes — follows others this spring that have measured the Atlantic basin's stew of ingredients and influential climate patterns to determine that the six-month season will be more active than average. More: With a busy hurricane season expected, Palm Beach encourages residents to prepare early Of note, according to reporting by Kimberly Miller of The Palm Beach Post, is a forecasting challenge this year. The atmosphere is idling in a climate purgatory between El Niño, characterized by abnormally warm water in the Equatorial Pacific, and La Niña, cooler than average water in that area. The former typically points to a less-active season, while the latter can mean a more-active season. Although the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration has had major staff cuts under President Donald Trump's plan to trim the federal government, an official at the agency said the National Hurricane Center is fully staffed, Ms. Miller reported. That's not the case for many of the nation's 120 local weather-forecasting offices where employees were let go, balloon launches have been reduced and vacancies are unfilled, Ms. Miller noted. While Palm Beach County has been mostly spared from major hurricanes since the mean season of 2004, we have seen some storms skate by that cause destruction elsewhere. And even when that's been the case, the effects here were not always minor. Take last year, when tornadoes spawned by Hurricane Milton left a swath of destruction from Wellington north to Jupiter. Thankfully, no lives were lost, but the memory of those tornadoes serves as a reminder that one never knows what will happen during hurricane season. Milton, a Category 5 storm, made landfall in Siesta Key off Sarasota and went on to cause major damage across Central Florida. Palm Beach lies in Evacuation Zone B, which includes most of the county's barrier islands east of the Intracoastal Waterway. It and Zone A, which includes mobile homes and low-lying areas, are typically the first neighborhoods to be evacuated when a major storm approaches. Condominium residents need to remember that a state law allows associations to shut off power, elevators, water and sewer once an evacuation order has been issued. Residents cannot be forced to leave their homes, but who would want to stay without those services? Residents who chose to remain in their condos for the storm do so at their own risk because fire-rescue and police might not respond if conditions have deteriorated. Some condo residents who chose to stay during Hurricane Dorian in 2019 felt the inconvenience of remaining in their homes under those circumstances. One important thing that residents and workers on the island should remember is that they need to be on an official re-entry list, because police usually restrict access to the island during and after a storm. Applicants must have a government-issued I.D. to be placed on the re-entry list, which expires Dec. 31, 2026. To complete an application, visit the town's website. We also encourage residents who haven't already done so to sign up for town alerts while they're on the website. We love living in the Sunshine State, but a cost of that joy is navigating hurricane season. The experts will make their best guesses, and the science has helped to improve the accuracy of their predictions, but the key thing to bear in mind is preparedness. Storms can change directions quickly — or intensify rapidly. Everyone must have a hurricane plan and keep an eye on the weather forecast once a storm is on the horizon. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Daily News: Preparedness is critical now that hurricane season is here | Editorial
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27-05-2025
- General
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This new pope is not America's. He is the Catholic pope.
I am not a Catholic, but I do have utmost respect for people who are. I am also pleased, considering the tremendous influence he has, that Pope Leo XIV will continue the inclusive and humanitarian efforts of Pope Francis. My bone to pick is with the media: They all keep referring to him as the "American pope." America does not have a pope. He is the Catholic pope, born in America. Please get it right. Jeffrey B. Brown, Palm Beach Gardens Opinion: Pope Francis' message of tolerance was an inspiration to this lapsed Catholic A letter writer recently commented on President Donald Trump depicting himself as the pope. That was not right for Trump or his people to do that. Let me say something about former President Joe Biden and other Democratic politicians who claim to be Catholics: Some years back, Father Robert Morey, pastor of St. Anthony Catholic Church in the Diocese of Charleston, S.C., refused to give Biden communion because of his support for abortion. More priests, bishops, cardinals and the pope should do the same. Donald Coles, Boynton Beach Opinion: Could Donald Trump really be next to Pope? Yes. Keep kneeling. Has anyone considered a bill to limit the number of executive orders that any one president may issue? Perhaps if Congress put a cap on that particular practice, it might be used a bit more judiciously by the various presidents. I don't know if it's constitutionally possible, and it would almost certainly be vetoed by whichever president sees it on his desk, but vetoes can be overridden. Joan Gefter, Delray Beach I was shocked to read the May 10 letter "Removing fluoride ends discrimination against dentists." I can only hope this was written in jest. Have we become so prejudiced against those underprivileged who cannot afford the luxuries that the Trump administration believes only the rich deserve. The addition of fluoride in our water system not only protects everyone against tooth decay but solves many problems. There are children who are not fortunate enough to get regular dental checkups because they lack insurance or the funds to visit a dentist regularly. Hence, their teeth are protected by the fluoride in the water supply. Proper dental hygiene prevents many other health problems — heart disease being one of the many. Removing fluoride will be costly for all of us. Perhaps these dentists who feel they are losing business because of the fluoride may want to volunteer to help those in need when their teeth are rotting due to the lack of fluoride in the water system. The feeling you get when helping others is priceless. Beverlee Miller Raymond, West Palm Beach This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Pope Leo doesn't just belong to America. | Letters
Elle
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Seen on Romantic Dinner Date in West Palm Beach
On May 23, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were seen enjoying an intimate dinner date in West Palm Beach at Harry's bar and restaurant. In an Instagram Story shared by MMA fighter Jose Andre Cortes, the couple can be seen sitting side-by-side in a round booth with several drinks in front of them. Cortes tagged the eatery and the stars, writing over the picture, 'Saturday.' In the photo, Kelce is wearing a black baseball cap and a black-and-white shirt in a graphic print. Swift appears to be wearing a white top and has on her signature red lipstick color. There are two wine glasses on the table and a bottle in an ice bucket in front of them. Earlier this month, the Palm Beach Post reported Kelce rented a luxury home in the area for the NFL's off-season. The couple has been flying under the radar since February, when Kelce's team, the Kansas City Chiefs, lost the Super Bowl. Swift's epic Eras Tour ended in December. The pair appear to be enjoying some well-deserved rest out of the spotlight. In late February, a source told Page Six that the couple had recently returned to the U.S. from a vacation abroad. The insider did not reveal where they went or for how long. 'Taylor and Travis had a really nice time reconnecting after a very busy year,' the source said. 'Taylor and Travis have stepped out for a date night since returning to the U.S. but went unnoticed when they did so. They weren't photographed or anything, and enjoyed a low-key night out on the town together.' In March, another source told Us Weekly something similar, saying they are 'laying low.' 'Taylor and Travis are taking it easy right now,' said the insider. 'They've been laying low in Kansas went to Park City to go skiing. They've been traveling, spending precious time together and letting the rest of the world go for a bit.'
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22-05-2025
- Business
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Live: Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches to announce best businesses and businesspeople
The best businesses and businesspeople in Palm Beach County will be honored on Friday, May 23 as the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches hosts the 2025 Business Awards at the Kravis Center. Awards will be given in categories such as the best overall business, best young professional, best hotel and tourism Organization, best non-profit, best health and human services organization and best small businessperson as well as a Lifetime Achievement Award. The Palm Beach Post, in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches, will air the show live. To watch the livestream, watch video above or please go to or the Palm Beach Post's YouTube channel, or on Facebook. Here are the finalists in each category (content provided by the Chamber of Commerce): Florida Power & Light CompanyAs America's largest electric utility, Florida Power & Light Company serves more customers and sells more power than any other utility, providing clean, affordable, reliable electricity to more than 6 million accounts, or approximately 12 million people. FPL's core business revolves around generating reliable and efficient electricity through advanced technology and robust infrastructure. FPL is dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining a resilient power grid. Beyond its business operations, FPL is deeply committed to giving back to the communities it serves across Florida through various initiatives that support economic development, education, disaster recovery efforts and more. FPL is committed to ensuring the company is not only powering homes and businesses but also making a positive impact on the lives of the people in the communities it serves. McLaughlin & Stern LLP McLaughlin & Stern LLP is one of New York's oldest and most respected law firms. They offer comprehensive legal services in corporate law, litigation, estate planning, real estate, intellectual property, healthcare, and more. Their Florida office represents a unique extension of that legacy, focused on community impact, personal advocacy, and cutting-edge public interest provide individualized legal counsel with the full backing of a national firm. Their attorneys are nationally recognized for their work in personal injury, medical malpractice, civil rights, mental health, and substance abuse law. Whether representing a family facing a tragedy, a nonprofit seeking guidance, or a client navigating recovery, they approach each case with expertise, empathy, and deep commitment to justice. More: A look at the 2025 high school seniors who won Pathfinder scholarship plus 2nd and 3rd place More: Dwyer Awards: Top teachers, counselor lauded for commitment, excellence in education Tanger Outlets Located on Interstate 95 and Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, Tanger Outlets Palm Beach serves millions of residents and generates more than 8.2 million visitors each year, marking itself as a staple to the tourist impact of the city. Tanger Outlets Palm Beach brings Tanger's best-in-class operating platform to one of South Florida's most popular destinations and to the Palm Beach County community. Palm Beach County's transformation: How wealth migration impacts our area More: Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of May 11 Travis Conway Travis Conway, Executive Director of the Edna W. Runner Education Center, exemplifies dedication to educational equity through his transformative leadership and personal journey from program participant to leader. With a master's degree in Organizational Leadership and training in Diversity and Inclusion, Conway has expanded the Center's offerings to include trade, music, STEAM, and literacy programs, implemented initiatives like UFLI and mental health services, and secured $1.5M in funding. His data-driven, compassionate approach has improved student outcomes, achieved 100% parent satisfaction, and built county-wide partnerships to support underserved communities. Rooted in equity, integrity, and inclusion, Travis is committed to empowering Palm Beach County's youth and families. Kirby Davis Kirby Davis has been an active member of the Palm Beach County community for nearly a decade, building meaningful connections and growing as a young professional leader. Davis is a graduate of the 2025 Leadership Focus Program and a proud participant in Nonprofits First's Advancing Leaders initiative, where she found inspiration among peers. In 2024, Kirby joined NAMI Palm Beach County as Director of Development, where her dedication and impact earned her a nomination for the 'Rising Star' Award by the Women's Chamber of Commerce. Passionate about mental health advocacy, Kirby is committed to sharing the stories of individuals living with mental health conditions and ensuring continued access to NAMI PBC's free programs and resources. Kirby lives in Boynton Beach with her three huskies—Oliver, Zara, and Sami—and enjoys running with local run clubs in her free time. Natalia Sangio Natalia Sangio is a dynamic and fast-rising leader who, by age 22, became the youngest Operations Manager at one of GL Homes' largest communities, managing millions in revenue and full-scale operations with a focus on quality and efficiency. Promoted five times in just 4.5 years, she exemplifies integrity, high standards, and a dedication to empowering others. While working full time, she earned her degree magna cum laude from Florida Atlantic University, grounding her leadership in transparency, hands-on support, and continuous improvement. Bilingual and deeply passionate about making an impact, Natalia uses her journey to inspire and uplift those around her, breaking barriers and fostering growth within her team and community. Congrats Class of 2025! See photos from high school graduations across Palm Beach County More: Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of May 18 Brightline Brightline is America's first modern, eco-friendly, privately-owned intercity passenger rail system in a century. The high-speed rail system seamlessly connects travelers to top destinations and major events between Orlando and South Florida with stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. The company offers a hospitality-centric experience designed to reinvent train travel at a comparable price to driving or flying. Brightline is recognized as one of TIME100's Most Influential Companies, one of the World's 50 Most Innovative by Fast Company and one of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast by Inc. The company focuses on city pairs that are too close to fly and too long to drive. The Kravis Center Founded in 1983, the Kravis Center is a premier performing arts center with a growing national and international reputation. The Center is an economic catalyst and magnet for cultural tourists and the local community seeking artistic excellence. In 2023-2024, the Kravis Center welcomed 500,000 people on its campus for a wide range of activities, including activities in its concert halls and for education and cultural programs. The Kravis Center's mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and international artists and companies of the highest quality; offering comprehensive arts education programs; providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations in which to showcase their work, and providing economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County. Wellington International At Wellington International, their vision is clear: To keep Wellington International the premier horse sports destination in the world for generations to come. Nestled in the heart of Wellington, Florida—globally recognized as the premier horse sports destination in the world—Wellington International is home to the prestigious Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), Equestrian Sport Productions (ESP) Annual Series and serves as the organizer of the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF). Their commitment to excellence ensures that athletes, horses, and fans alike experience the very best in equestrian sport year after year. More: Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of March 30 aZul – Fashion, Art & Design Inc. aZul - Fashion, Art & Design Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is dedicated to enriching the lives of adults with developmental disabilities (such as autism and Down syndrome) — whom they proudly call Creatives — and their caregivers through a variety of programs that provide engagement in the arts. Through dynamic programs like our ActiveArt field trips, ArtAbilities technique classes, and their comprehensive FashionAble design courses, they empower our Creatives to uncover their hidden potential. aZul also brings introductory fashion workshops into local day centers that serve adults with unique needs, where their one-of-a-kind designs are showcased in an inspiring fashion show. Adults with disabilities are often marginalized and lack opportunities for personal growth and achievement. Their programs bridge a gap in resources, using art and design as pathways to artistic accomplishment, dignity, and financial independence, and help to dismantle public misconceptions about persons with disabilities and create a more inclusive community. Digital Vibez Inc Digital Vibez® is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Palm Beach County that empowers youth and families through innovative programs promoting health, creativity, and self-expression. What began over a decade ago as a small initiative has grown into a nationally recognized organization with signature programs like Wellness Workshops, Literacy Through Lyrics, and the KidsFit Jamathon — the nation's largest kids' fitness concert. With a mission to foster healthier habits and personal growth, Digital Vibez has expanded its reach through partnerships with groups like the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and United Way. Operating on a $1.2 million budget funded by donations and grants, the organization now serves thousands annually, remaining deeply committed to inspiring the next generation through engaging, impactful experiences. Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park Founded in 1990, Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park (Friends) is a 501(C)(3) non-profit corporation. n 2001, Friends made a dedicated effort to support environmental education (EE), launching the education program, free to all PBC students, from first through 12th grade. Serving 4,000+ students annually, they focus on experiential, hands-on learning. They are teaching the current and next generation the definition of what it means to be a good steward through their actions. Being at the Park, attending a class or having a positive experience here gives the public more knowledge about various subjects of conservation. From being able to do a beach cleanup, to recycling, all of their small actions matter. Every student who attends an EE program learns Leave No Trace ethics, learning how to be a good steward, and is empowered to be able to make decisions for the future. Their nature center and theatre are built to educate and inform anyone who wants to learn how they can make a difference. Friends work to make this planet a little bit better and a little more sustainable while preserving this amazing piece of land and having people connect to nature. More: Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of May 4 The Lighthouse for the Blind of the Palm Beaches The Lighthouse for the Blind of the Palm Beaches is a visionary nonprofit organization devoted to transforming the lives of blind and visually impaired individuals of all ages. Through a powerful blend of personalized support, advanced assistive technology, and compassionate guidance, the Lighthouse empowers individuals to live with confidence, independence, and dignity. Its holistic services range from early childhood intervention to senior support, ensuring no one is left behind, regardless of age or stage in life. With a deep-rooted belief in empowerment and inclusion, The Lighthouse is not only enhancing lives—it's reshaping perceptions of what is possible for those with visual impairments. Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) The Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) is a not-for-profit research institute focused on unlocking the mysteries of the brain. As the only Max Planck Institute in North America, MPFI brings together world-class scientists from around the globe to explore how neural circuits give rise to thought, behavior, memory, and emotion. Through cutting-edge imaging technology, high-risk, high-reward research, and global collaboration, MPFI advances our fundamental understanding of the brain, laying the foundation for future breakthroughs in health and medicine. The Palm Beach County Food Bank The Palm Beach County Food Bank started out in a small Lantana warehouse with one truck and no loading docks and quickly grew to meet the increased need for food. In 2019, a capital campaign launched, and funds were raised so the Food Bank could move into its current home in Lake Worth Beach, doubling its space and adding seven loading docks. The move took place during the pandemic, during which the Food Bank's doors remained open to serve the community and meet an unprecedented need for food. In 2021, in partnership with Palm Beach County, United Way, federal, state, local and individual funders, the Food Bank began the build-out of a new, 24,000 square-foot community kitchen, to further increase the supply of nutritious, supplemental food. More: Top Palm Beach County professionals, business people on the move for the week of April 20 Darren Arithoppah The ShopTropicals journey started in Itacare, Brazil, a Bahian beach town in Brazil's Cocoa Coast. Arithoppah, the founder, spent some time in between jobs surfing in Itacare at Engenhoca Beach, which can only be accessed by hiking 30 minutes through an untouched rainforest. He gravitated towards Florida's subtropical climate and found himself in the tropical plants business. Since then, his mission has been to re-create that experience and to help invite the energy of the jungle into our everyday lives. ShopTropicals services high-end residential and commercial properties that are looking for a lush plantscape experience. Dr. Serge W. D'Haiti, CPA, Ph.D. Dr. Serge W. D'Haiti, CPA, Ph. D., was born in Pahokee, and is a long-time West Palm Beach, resident. He graduated from Palm Beach Lakes Community High School. He attained his BBA from Florida Atlantic University and his master's degree for Accountancy at Nova Southeastern University. He completed his doctoral studies at Capella University in the School of Business, Technology, and Healthcare Administration, specializing in Accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in Florida. He serves the Broward and Palm Beach County community under through Serge W. D'Haiti, CPA PLLC, offering public accounting services and mortgage loan origination. Serge served in the Student Government Association at Palm Beach Community College and Florida Atlantic University. He is a member Phi Beta Sigma, Inc. and Florida Free and Accepted Mason. He has volunteered for the Internal Revenue Service's VITA program through the United Way of Palm Beach County, mentored students with Take Stock in Children of Palm Beach County, and tutored athletes at Florida Atlantic University's Oxley Center and Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections. Protecting citizens through the Department of Financial Services, he has worked with the Florida Department of Revenue on child support, business tax matters, and the Healthcare District of Palm Beach County. D'Haiti currently serves as a Trustee of the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches, a member of the 2023 Class of Leadership West Palm Beach, was appointed by West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James to the Water Advisory Board of the city of West Palm Beach, was appointed by Mack Bernard to the Palm Beach County Planning Commission Board and serves as President of Lakeside Green Homeowners Association. D'Haiti found a way to serve and improve his community with his skills and talents. Cory Lyon Cory Lyon is a seasoned Financial Advisor at TFG Financial Advisors with over eight years of experience, holding both Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He specializes in custom portfolio design and personalized asset management for individuals and businesses, using TFG's holistic approach to align clients' financial strategies with their present needs and long-term goals. Prior to joining TFG, he worked at a boutique investment firm in South Florida. Cory is also deeply engaged in the community, serving on the Board of Extraordinary Charities and supporting organizations like Habitat for Humanity, the Historical Society, and various local chambers of commerce. A frequent speaker and published contributor on investment strategies, Cory's expertise has been featured in the Palm Beach Daily News and Florida Weekly. Under his tenure, TFG Financial Advisors has earned the Palm Beach Post BEST Award for Investment Firm from 2021 to 2024. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches 2025 Business Awards announced
