Author: Boca Vibe

Another Office Plaza Eyed for Demolition, 287 Apartments in Boca Raton

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

Another Office Plaza Eyed for Demolition, 287 Apartments in Boca Raton Another Office Plaza Eyed for Demolition, 287 Apartments Planned for Boca Raton Fresh on the heels of the emergence of a plan to redevelop the former corporate headquarters campus of Office Depot in Boca Raton, the conversion of another commercial office complex – just down the road – to residential uses has been advanced by the city planning board. The Mutual of America complex, located across 11 acres at 2200 NW Boca Raton Blvd, is slated for demolition to make way for a new multifamily residential development...

Boca Raton Woman Accused of Killing Husband With Sharp Object, Lying to Neighbor in Coverup

Written by Boca Vibe on September 23, 2025. Posted in Events & Festivals.

Boca Raton Woman Accused of Killing Husband With Sharp Object, Lying to Neighbor in Coverup Boca Raton Woman Accused of Killing Husband With Sharp Object, Lying to Neighbor in Coverup A Boca Raton woman has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of her husband, the shocking culmination of a series of events that began at 10:30 a.m. Monday on the 3300 block of Jaywood Terrace. According to a statement from police, Boca Raton Fire-Rescue and police responded to a medical emergency at the residence, finding 58-year-old Robert Miller suffering from a severe laceration to...

Construction East of A1A in Boca Raton Won’t Require New Sidewalks

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

Construction East of A1A in Boca Raton Won’t Require New Sidewalks Though there are few areas east of North Ocean Boulevard (A1A) in Boca Raton still ripe for new development, construction projects of all kinds will no longer come with a requirement to either expand or build new sidewalks along the roadway – a change that grew out of concern for the environment and the integrity of the city’s unique coastal ecosystem. A Shift in Policy: Balancing Development and Preservation The Boca Raton City Council voted unanimously last Tuesday to amend its development regulations,...

Boca Raton Extends Interest-Free Loan for Redevelopment of Dixie Manor Public Housing

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

Boca Raton Extends Interest-Free Loan for Redevelopment of Dixie Manor Public Housing Boca Raton officials on Tuesday night approved a measure that will provide an interest-free loan of $640,000 to a redevelopment firm, Community Housing Partners (CHP), that will oversee the revitalization of the facilities at the Dixie Manor public housing development. This plan will ultimately lead to the re-branding of the community to “The Residences at Martin Manor.” The funding will be used to address critical infrastructure improvements and prepare the site for the construction of new,...

Planning Board OK’s Boca Raton Townhomes Over Neighbors’ Objections

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

Planning Board OK’s Boca Raton Townhomes Over Neighbors’ Objections Boca Raton’s planning board faced jeers from dozens of residents of the Palm Beach Farms neighborhood Thursday night following a decision to recommend approval of a townhome development in place of a long-standing commercial parcel. The residents, all wearing red in support of their cause, said they opposed the development of what would be known as “The Enclave at Boca Greens,” citing concerns over increased traffic, strain on infrastructure, and a potential devaluation of their property values. A Heated Public...

Boca Raton-Based Pipe Band Performs at Trump Inauguration

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

Boca Raton-Based Pipe Band Performs at Trump Inauguration Palm Beach County, as one might expect, was well-represented at Monday’s Presidential inauguration parade. Stealing the show to loud applause from the onlookers gathered at the Capital One Arena in Washington was the Boca Raton-based Florida Firefighters & Police Pipes and Drums, which sent 69 participants to the ceremony. A booming voice introduced the group, announcing their arrival with the gravitas usually reserved for heads of state. The crisp, resonant sound of bagpipes filled the air, a stark contrast to the...