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WATCH: Hy-Lo News Launches “305 On The Rise” to Amplify South Florida’s Next Generation of Artists
South Florida has never lacked talent. What its emerging artists often lack is consistent visibility, strong media support and an Continue Reading

ITID Focusing Fresh Resources To Reinvigorate Equestrian Ethos
With new footing going in at the Nicole Hornstein Equestrian Park and the hiring of a third equine specialist, the Indian Trail Improvement District is trying to reclaim its roots as a rider-friendly community. At the same, ITID’s citizen-led Equestrian Trails and Infrastructure…

Wellington Council Honors Top Cop And Top Firefighter
The Village of Wellington has always put public safety as one of its top priorities. In honor of that mission, and those who help achieve it, the Wellington Village Council honored first responders who have contributed to giving residents excellent public service at a meeting…

Wellington Supermom Fights For Daughters With Rare Condition
By Fiona Slusarev September is Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month, a time that highlights how individuals can be affected by any of the multitude of types and variants of this genetic muscle-weakening condition. For one Wellington family, living with limb-girdle muscular…

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Held In Westlake
The inaugural 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony was held Friday, Sept. 11 at the Westlake Adventure Park Lodge. The event was organized and led by Westlake resident Bobby Farber of the 9/11 Remembrance & First Responder Group. The ceremony honored the lives lost as a result of the 2001…

Wellington Ceremony Commemorates 25th Anniversary Of 9/11
By Alissa Foley The Village of Wellington hosted its annual September 11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Wellington Amphitheater on Friday, Sept. 11 in collaboration with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and the Fire Chief’s Association of Palm…

RPBHS Students Build Kits For Foster Families
Student volunteers from Royal Palm Beach High School and Dr. Joaquín García High School gathered on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at RPBHS to assemble dozens of hurricane preparedness kits for local foster families in honor of the 9/11 National Day of Service. The “HurriCANe You Be Ready”…

Childhood Cancer Awareness Event At Skate Zone
The Kids Cancer Foundation held a Childhood Cancer Awareness Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 5 at the Palm Beach Skate Zone. KCF children and families came to the skating rink for a fun afternoon of ice skating and activities. Learn more about the Kids Cancer Foundation at…

Women Of The Western Communities Dinner
The Women of the Western Communities opened its new season with a dinner on Thursday, Sept. 3 at the Wellington National Golf Club. The meeting supported Forgotten Soldiers Outreach, the Tree of Life Resource Center and Michael’s Voice.

Annual 9/11 Observance Returns to Mission BBQ
Mission BBQ in Royal Palm Beach held the 9/11 observance on Friday, Sept. 11 to remember the 25th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks. Rain moved the observance indoors, but there was strong attendance from representatives of Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue and the Palm Beach…

LWV To Host Election Expo At Palm Beach State College In Lake Worth Sept. 28
With the general election just six weeks away, the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is emphasizing “Every Vote Counts!” with a comprehensive nonpartisan campaign of voter registration, education and candidate engagement. “This informative multi-platform…

Village Of Wellington Begins Collecting Donations For Holiday Food & Toy Drives
The holiday season kicks off early in Wellington, and residents are invited to help local families in need by participating in the Village of Wellington’s annual Holiday Food Drive and Holiday Toy Drive. Wellington is partnering with Wellington Regional Medical Center for the…