Author: Boca Vibe
Project Tango Delay: Both Sides Gear Up for July Showdown
The highly anticipated Project Tango, a massive development project in Boca Raton’s Mizner Park, has hit a snag. The project’s timeline has been pushed back, and both sides are gearing up for a heated battle ahead of its planned completion date in July. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
Developers Say Delay Gives Them Time to Ease Opposition
The developers behind Project Tango, a group of investors led by local businessman David Siegel, say the delay is giving them time to address concerns from neighbors and community...
Why special City Council meeting was canceled in Riviera Beach
Special City Council Meeting Canceled in Boca Raton
A special city council meeting that was scheduled to take place in Riviera Beach has been canceled, leaving residents and officials alike wondering what could have been discussed at the meeting. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
The cancellation of the meeting was announced by Chairperson Lanier, who postponed discussion of a former mayor’s investigation into top staff members. The investigation is believed to be related to allegations of misconduct and corruption within the city government.
Background on the Investigation
The...
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Local News and Events in Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton, FL – In local news, a recent resignation has left the community wondering about the future of WLRN, a public radio station that operates under the board chaired by retired accountant Richard Rampell. According to reports, Rampell resigned due to concerns over the station’s ownership and potential compromises to its journalistic independence. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
Rampell accused the Miami-Dade School Board, which owns the station, of attempting to negotiate a settlement that would “emasculate our journalistic...
Ice wrinkle
Ice Wrinkle in Palm Beach Gardens Complicates Rink Financing
A 1981 deed restriction buried in an 87-page lease document has emerged as a complication for Palm Beach Gardens’ $55 million ice rink project. The restriction, tied to land originally donated by insurance magnate, has left the city quietly working to clear it. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
No one raised the issue during two years of public hearings, but now the city is facing a legal wrinkle that could impact the project’s financing. The deed restriction, which was not disclosed during the public process, has created...
DowntownWPB Unlocked: App animates murals and landmarks
Downtown Boca Raton Comes Alive with Interactive Mural App
Residents and visitors to downtown Boca Raton can now experience the city’s vibrant culture in a whole new way, thanks to a innovative new app that brings its iconic murals and landmarks to life. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
The “Downtown Boca Raton” app, developed by local tech company Stet News, uses augmented reality (AR) technology to animate the city’s most famous murals and landmarks. Using just a smartphone, users can scan the street and watch as the artwork comes alive with interactive stories,...
SCAM ALERT: Never, Ever Take The “Free Roofing Estimate” In Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Beyond
SCAM ALERT: Never, Ever Take The “Free Roofing Estimate” In Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Beyond
Boca Raton, FL – A recent wave of roofing scams has been reported in the Boca Raton and Delray Beach areas, with scammers targeting unsuspecting homeowners. According to local authorities, the scammers claim they are in your neighborhood, have a few openings for estimates, and would love to stop by. Read more at BocaVibe.com.
But don’t be fooled – this is almost assuredly a scam, most likely perpetrated by people who are looking to make a quick buck off of vulnerable...





