Author: Boca Vibe

‘Save Boca’ Organizers Say They Have the Signatures to Force Vote on City Hall Plan

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

‘Save Boca’ Organizers Say They Have the Signatures to Force Vote on City Hall Plan The organizer behind the “Save Boca” campaign, which opposes the city council’s plan to redevelop a 31-acre portion of downtown Boca Raton in partnership with the private developer, Boca Raton Development Group (BRDG), held up stacks of paper containing what he said were over 5,200 signatures collected in a petition drive before hand-delivering them to the city clerk during a spirited rally outside City Hall this morning. The signatures, if verified, would trigger a citywide referendum on the...

Trio Arrested for Theft of $28K Worth of Booze From Palm Beach County Stores

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

Trio Arrested for Theft of $28K Worth of Booze From Palm Beach County Stores Trio Arrested for Theft of $28K Worth of Booze From Palm Beach County Stores Three suspects have been charged with the theft of over $28,000 worth of alcohol from at least 11 Walgreens stores across Palm Beach County. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office announced late Thursday that Shartavius A. Dunkley, 20; Anaisha E. Charlot, 27; and Travis B. Smith, 20 — all residents of Miami-Dade County — have been apprehended and are facing multiple felony charges related to grand theft and organized retail...

Allegiant Air Announces New Flights From Ft. Lauderdale to Jersey Shore

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

Allegiant Air Announces New Flights From Ft. Lauderdale to Jersey Shore Allegiant Air Announces New Flights From Ft. Lauderdale to Jersey Shore A day after Spirit Airlines announced it may be forced to cease operations within a year due to growing financial woes, a rival airline announced it would start service between several Florida cities – including Ft. Lauderdale – to one of Spirit’s busiest destinations from South Florida. Allegiant Air, known for its budget-friendly fares and focus on leisure travel, revealed plans to begin service from Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International...

Boca Raton Awards Contract for New Playground at Lake Wyman Park

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

Boca Raton Awards Contract for New Playground at Lake Wyman Park Boca Raton Awards Contract for New Playground at Lake Wyman Park East Boca Park to Receive Major Upgrade An East Boca Raton park beloved by families is set to receive a much-needed revitalization. Following a unanimous vote by the Boca Raton City Council, a $1,276,532 contract has been awarded to MBR Construction, Inc. for the design and construction of a brand-new playground at Lake Wyman Park. The aging playground equipment, which has served the community for many years, will be completely replaced with modern,...

Boca Raton Inks Contracts to Hire New City Manager, Declare Brown ‘Manager Emeritus’ for Transition

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

Boca Raton Inks Contracts to Hire New City Manager, Declare Brown ‘Manager Emeritus’ for Transition Boca Raton officials on Tuesday night approved two city manager contracts – one that formalizes the hiring and salary of the city’s new leader, and another that will allow current City Manager George S. Brown to remain “Manager Emeritus” to continue working on projects during a transition phase. The city council approved both deals unanimously, marking the end of an era for Brown and the beginning of a new chapter for the city under the leadership of newly appointed City...

Boca Raton, Neighboring Beaches Seeing High Surf and Erosion; Surf, Rip Advisories in Effect

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

Boca Raton, Neighboring Beaches Seeing High Surf and Erosion; Surf, Rip Advisories in Effect Boca Raton, Neighboring Beaches Seeing High Surf and Erosion; Surf, Rip Advisories in Effect Heavy Surf and High Rip Currents Accompany Erosion at Local Beaches Boca Raton and its neighboring beaches are experiencing a significant surge in wave activity, leading to heightened erosion and posing a serious threat to beachgoers. Palm Beach County lifeguards have issued surf and rip current advisories, urging residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution near the water. The powerful...