Author: Boca Vibe

Streets to Close, Jolly Times to Follow at Boca Raton Holiday Tree Lighting Saturday

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

Streets to Close, Jolly Times to Follow at Boca Raton Holiday Tree Lighting Saturday Boca Raton’s “Jolly Days” celebration will transform Mizner Park into a jolly scene Saturday, with the city’s annual Christmas tree lighting and holiday music performances sure to usher in the spirit of the season (with even the weather “cooperating” by providing a slight chill in the air). The celebration will run from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, bringing together residents and visitors alike for an evening of festive cheer, family fun, and the official kickoff to the holiday season in Boca Raton. Road...

Crash at Boca Raton Shopping Center Entrance Claims Life of Local Man, 83

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

Crash at Boca Raton Shopping Center Entrance Claims Life of Local Man, 83 A motor vehicle accident earlier this month on State Road 7 (US 441) in unincorporated Boca Raton has claimed the life of an 83-year-old Coconut Creek man, with two others left injured. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Department said the crash, which occurred at 6:28 p.m. on November 7, resulted in the death of John Carleton, a resident of Coconut Creek who was known for his frequent visits to Boca Raton’s Mizner Park for its cultural events and upscale dining. Details of the Accident According to the...

Traffic Enforcement Sweep Yields Citations, Warnings Across Palm Beach County

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

Traffic Enforcement Sweep Yields Citations, Warnings Across Palm Beach County Traffic Enforcement Sweep Yields Citations, Warnings Across Palm Beach County Increased Enforcement Leads to Positive Results Two programs aimed at enforcing driver, passenger, and pedestrian safety this week produced positive results, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) said. PBSO conducted a speeding and aggressive driving crackdown in school zones on Monday, with deputies issuing six criminal citations, 87 traffic citations, and 55 traffic warnings. The department conducted the detail at...

Boca Raton Union Workers Call for Bonuses, Reopening of Contract Talks

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

Boca Raton Union Workers Call for Bonuses, Reopening of Contract Talks Boca Raton city employees represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) this week called on city officials to open discussions on a lump sum bonus payment or salary increase despite being poised to begin negotiations on a new contract later this year. The employees, primarily blue-collar workers who perform landscaping, maintenance, and similar occupations crucial to maintaining Boca Raton’s renowned beauty and functionality, argue that a bonus is warranted given their contributions during...

Second Fatal Train Accident in A Day Leaves One Dead in Boca Raton

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

Second Fatal Train Accident in A Day Leaves One Dead in Boca Raton Hours after a Tri-Rail commuter train struck a person in Delray Beach on Tuesday, a train running along the Brightline tracks in Boca Raton also struck a person, leaving them dead. Boca Raton police were called to the intersection of Dixie Highway and Hidden Valley Boulevard just before 8 p.m., responding to a report of a pedestrian struck by a Brightline train. The incident marks the second fatal train accident in Palm Beach County within a single day, raising serious concerns about pedestrian safety near the...

UPDATE: Gun Threat at Boca Raton Community High School Appears Unfounded

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

UPDATE: Gun Threat at Boca Raton Community High School Appears Unfounded UPDATE: Gun Threat at Boca Raton Community High School Appears Unfounded Boca Raton Community High School was in a state of lockdown Monday, with police responding to the school just before 12:30 p.m. for a “report of a possible armed subject on campus.” The department has since sent out numerous update notices over its reverse 911 system and via social media, all indicating that investigators are working diligently to determine the validity of the threat. As of 5:00 p.m., the lockdown has been lifted, and the...