Author: Boca Vibe

Major Improvements Headed to Palm Beach Zoo Habitat, Security

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Beaches.

Major Improvements Headed to Palm Beach Zoo Habitat, Security The animals at the Palm Beach Zoo will be safer and happier in the near future, with funding on the way for improvements to the facility’s infrastructure and security. State Rep. Peggy Gossett-Seidman announced Tuesday that her office had secured $950,000 in state funding for the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society to strengthen animal habitats and enhance overall security measures. This significant investment will address critical needs identified by the zoo, ensuring a more enriching environment for its...

Boca Raton Approves Design of New Railroad Crossing, While Another Will Close

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Moving to Boca Raton.

Boca Raton Approves Design of New Railroad Crossing, While Another Will Close Boca Raton Approves Design of New Railroad Crossing, While Another Will Close Boca Raton officials are moving forward with the design of a new railroad crossing in the northern portion of town, while a crossing further south is planned to be removed. This significant infrastructure project, approved at Tuesday’s city council meeting, will reshape traffic flow in the city, potentially easing congestion and improving access between key areas. The new crossing will effectively allow a clear route from...

West Boca Man, 26, Accused of Shooting His Brother in Dispute Over Car

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

West Boca Man, 26, Accused of Shooting His Brother in Dispute Over Car West Boca Man, 26, Accused of Shooting His Brother in Dispute Over Car A 26-year-old man from unincorporated Boca Raton is behind bars after allegedly shooting his brother in a dispute over a car while their mother and 15-year-old sibling were both in the same home. Luiz Felipe Dos Reis, 26, was arrested at West Boca Medical Center’s emergency department on U.S. 441 (SR-7), where he and his injured brother, 28-year-old Joao Paulo Dos Reis, had arrived earlier that evening. A Family Tragedy Unfolds The incident...

Alleged Serial Shoplifter Arrested for Stealing $600 of Goods From Boca Raton Walmart

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Boca Raton News.

Alleged Serial Shoplifter Arrested for Stealing $600 of Goods From Boca Raton Walmart A Boca Raton woman with a history of convictions for petty and retail theft was arrested after two incidents at the Walmart store on U.S. 441 (SR-7) in West Boca involving shoplifting – both on the same day. According to a police report, Amanda Lynn Farino, 34, of Boca Raton, was charged with felony petit theft, a charge elevated due to her prior convictions. The arrest underscores a growing concern among local retailers about repeat offenders and the escalating costs associated with...

Boca Raton Signs $1.2M Contract for City Sewer Service on Barrier Island

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Arts & Culture.

Boca Raton Signs $1.2M Contract for City Sewer Service on Barrier Island Boca Raton is taking another significant step towards its long-term goal of eliminating septic tanks citywide, a crucial initiative aimed at protecting the environment and preserving the pristine beauty of our coastal community. The city council recently approved a $1.2 million contract to extend city sewer services to a significant parcel of land on the barrier island, a project that will not only benefit the immediate area but also contribute to the overall environmental health of Boca Raton and the...

New Boca Raton Police ‘TAC House’ Simulates Real-World Challenges

Written by Boca Vibe on September 22, 2025. Posted in Family & Kids.

New Boca Raton Police ‘TAC House’ Simulates Real-World Challenges New Boca Raton Police ‘TAC House’ Simulates Real-World Challenges Boca Raton Police Department Unveils State-of-the-Art Training Facility As Boca Raton police officers navigate their way through a tactical training course more often seen in documentaries on special forces teams than in the bowels of local police stations, they could face any number of challenges: a conference table full of executives being held hostage in a meeting, family members engaged in a violent domestic dispute, or a barricaded suspect armed...