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The Town-Crier
Published August 21First Westlake 9/11 Remembrance Features Solemn Event, Community 5K
When the American Airlines jet slammed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in lower Manhattan, Westlake resident Bobby Farber was close enough to feel the heat from the fireball that roiled into the perfect autumn blue sky of Sept. 11, 2001. “I didn’t see a plane. I…
The Town-Crier
Published August 21Seniors Club Supporters Bring Funding Concerns To Council
Residents are still urging Wellington leaders to fully fund the Wellington Seniors Club after a recent recommendation to end the current financial arrangement between the village and the club. During the public comment section of the Wellington Village Council meeting on Tuesday,…
The Town-Crier
Published August 21Wellington Celebrates Three Wins At 2026 SUNsational Awards
The Village of Wellington is celebrating three wins at the Florida Festivals & Events Association’s (FFEA) 2026 SUNsational Awards, receiving two first-place awards and one second-place award during the association’s 32nd annual convention in Fort Myers. Wellington took first…
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Published August 21ITID To Host Aug. 25 Neighborhood Public Information Meeting
The Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors has invited residents of Units 1, 2, 3 and 14 to a community meeting about unit water control plans, assessments, and whether changes to current unit boundaries or configurations should be considered. Units 1, 2, 3 and 14…
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Published August 21St. David’s Church Plans Animal Blessing Oct. 4
St. David’s in the Pines Episcopal Church in Wellington is doing something special during its 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. services on Sunday, Oct. 4. It’s called the Blessing of the Animals, and it’s an annual event. According to St. David’s member Linda McKeown, members or visitors to…
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Published August 21CROS Ministries Receives $90K Grant To Fight Food Insecurity
The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties recently granted $90,000 to CROS Ministries to help fight local food insecurity. As a leading South Florida nonprofit providing hunger relief, CROS is taking action every day to ensure access to healthy food for all in…
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Published August 21Wellington Rotary Big Dog Donation
On Thursday, Aug. 6, the Wellington Rotary Club presented a $5,000 donation to Big Dog Ranch Rescue taken from proceeds from the club’s annual golf outing. Representing the development team at Big Dog was Paula McLeod. The meeting also included a presentation from Sami Squires,…
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Published August 21Wellington Bay Celebrates Dana Ray For Rotary Award
Wellington Bay congratulates Dana Ray, business development director for Wellington Bay and Lisbet at Wellington Bay, on receiving the prestigious Rookie of the Year Award from the Rotary Club of Wellington. The award was presented during the club’s annual Awards Banquet and…
The Town-Crier
Published August 21PBC Legislative Affairs Director Adopts Dog From County Shelter
A recent tour of the Palm Beach County Public Safety Department’s Animal Care and Control Division (PSDACC) turned into a life-changing day for one deserving dog. Palm Beach County Legislative Affairs Director Alessandro Marchesani recently visited for a behind-the-scenes tour of…
The Town-Crier
Published August 07‘Thanks A Latte’ Teacher Appreciation Event
By Shannon Anastasio More than 150 teachers from schools throughout the community were treated to a well-deserved afternoon of appreciation during “Thanks A Latte,” a special Teacher Appreciation Event hosted by the Mall at Wellington Green on Friday, July 31. The event brought…
City of Boca Raton News
Published August 06New Preserve Alert! Gopher Tortoise
Gopher Tortoise Preserve, an 11.27-acre natural area featuring a restored native scrub habitat, protected wildlife, and opportunities for environmental education and stewardship!