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Boynton Beach Man, 21, Dies Following Boating Accident Near Key Largo

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Boynton Beach Man, 21, Dies Following Boating Accident Near Key Largo Boynton Beach Man, 21, Dies Following Boating Accident Near Key Largo A 21-year-old Boynton Beach man, a noted local angler, died over the weekend in a boating accident near Key Largo, authorities said. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Miami-Dade Fire Rescue was dispatched at about 10:25 a.m. on Saturday to a boating accident involving multiple people near Card Sound, a body of water known for its challenging currents and shallow areas. Victim Identified as Avid Angler ...

Authorities ID Weekend Drowning Victim As Lake Worth Boy, 15

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

Authorities ID Weekend Drowning Victim As Lake Worth Boy, 15 Authorities ID Weekend Drowning Victim As Lake Worth Boy, 15 Palm Beach County authorities identified the victim of a drowning in the ocean Sunday as a 15-year-old Lake Worth boy. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office said Prestyn Smith, 15, of Lake Worth, was swept out by a wave while swimming at Gulfstream Park, located in the 4400 block of North Ocean Boulevard in Boynton Beach. The incident has prompted renewed warnings about ocean safety, particularly during periods of strong currents and high surf, a frequent...

Boca Raton Holiday Tree Lighting, Concert, Festival Set for Nov. 23

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Arts & Culture.

Boca Raton Holiday Tree Lighting, Concert, Festival Set for Nov. 23 Boca Raton Holiday Tree Lighting, Concert, Festival Set for Nov. 23 Boca Raton’s “Jolly Days” celebration will kick off its festive season with a spectacular event on Saturday, November 23rd, promising a dazzling display of holiday cheer at the heart of the city. The free community event, running from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Mizner Park, will feature a ceremonial Christmas tree lighting, live music performances, family-friendly activities, and a vibrant holiday market, transforming the already beautiful Mizner...

Boca Raton Police ID Man in Fatal Crash, Seek Help From Witnesses

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Boca Raton Police ID Man in Fatal Crash, Seek Help From Witnesses Boca Raton Police ID Man in Fatal Crash, Seek Help From Witnesses Fatal Collision on Airport Road Claims One Life Boca Raton police are investigating a crash between two vehicles that occurred on Airport Road on Tuesday afternoon, leaving one city man dead and two others injured. The fatal accident occurred at 1400 Airport Road on November 12, 2024, just before 2:30 p.m., said Officer Jessica Desir, spokesperson for the Boca Raton Police Department. According to police, a 2018 Jeep Wrangler, driven by 38-year-old...

Short $19M in Fundraising, Boca Raton Arts Center Project Gets Reprieve From Termination

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Arts & Culture.

Short $19M in Fundraising, Boca Raton Arts Center Project Gets Reprieve From Termination The Center for Arts and Innovation project, aimed at replacing the aging Mizner Park amphitheater with a sprawling complex of buildings surrounding a grand plaza in Boca Raton, has faced a significant setback. Falling drastically short of its fundraising goals by a staggering $19 million, the project teetered on the brink of termination earlier this month. However, after intense negotiations and a revised fundraising strategy, the project has secured a temporary reprieve, buying valuable time to...

School Zone Enforcement Monday, Seat Belt and Child Seat Detail Tuesday in Palm Beach County

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

School Zone Enforcement Monday, Seat Belt and Child Seat Detail Tuesday in Palm Beach County Motorists across Palm Beach County may notice an increased law enforcement presence Monday and Tuesday, with officers from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) carrying out two special details to enforce laws on speeding in school zones and child seat safety. The first detail, on Monday, will be a countywide operation to identify speeding and aggressive driving in school zones, focusing on areas with a history of violations and near schools with high student populations. The...