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Boca Raton Begins Sale of 2025-26 Recreation Permits

Boca Raton Begins Sale of 2025-26 Recreation Permits Boca Raton officials announced Monday that the city has begun selling various recreation permits for the 2025-26 fiscal year, valid from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. Current permit holders should note that their existing permits will expire at the end of September. This marks the official start of the annual renewal process for a range of recreational activities enjoyed by Boca Raton residents and visitors alike. A Wide Range of Recreational Permits Available The city offers a diverse selection of permits catering...

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Boca Raton Woman Charged With DUI, Driving on Wrong Side of Dixie Highway

Boca Raton Woman Charged With DUI, Driving on Wrong Side of Dixie Highway

Boca Raton Woman Charged With DUI, Driving on Wrong Side of Dixie Highway A Boca Raton woman was charged with DUI after allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road along Dixie Highway and nearly colliding with a police vehicle. She was additionally charged with driving under the influence with a person under the age of 18 in the vehicle. According to a Boca Raton Police Department report, Sharon Rak, 63, was arrested late Tuesday night following a series of near-misses that endangered several motorists. Near Miss on Dixie Highway The incident began around 11:45 PM on Tuesday,...

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Special Weather Statement issued September 22 at 3:31PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Special Weather Statement issued September 22 at 3:31PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Special Weather Statement issued September 22 at 3:31PM EDT by NWS Miami FL Special Weather Statement issued September 22 at 3:31PM EDT by NWS Miami FL At 3:31 PM EDT, the National Weather Service (NWS) Miami issued a Special Weather Statement concerning a strong thunderstorm impacting portions of Palm Beach County, including areas west of Boca Raton. The storm, initially located over Wellington, was moving southwest at a slow pace of 5 mph, posing a localized threat of damaging winds and hail. Storm Characteristics and Potential Impacts The NWS statement warned of wind gusts...

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Yamato Road Crash Leaves Passenger Dead, Driver in Critical Condition

Yamato Road Crash Leaves Passenger Dead, Driver in Critical Condition

Yamato Road Crash Leaves Passenger Dead, Driver in Critical Condition Yamato Road Crash Leaves Passenger Dead, Driver in Critical Condition A motor vehicle crash Sunday night on Yamato Road in unincorporated Boca Raton cost a New York woman her life and left two others injured – one in critical condition. The accident occurred at 5:37 p.m. at the intersection of Yamato Road and Lakeridge Boulevard – west of Lyons Road – Sunday evening. According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO), the collision involved a sedan and a pick-up truck. Details of the Fatal...

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Flood Advisory issued September 21 at 3:04PM EDT until September 21 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Flood Advisory issued September 21 at 3:04PM EDT until September 21 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Flood Advisory Issued for Boca Raton and Surrounding Areas Flood Advisory Issued for Boca Raton and Surrounding Areas Brief Summary: Short-Lived Flood Advisory Impacts Boca Raton At 3:04 PM EDT on September 21st, the National Weather Service (NWS) Miami issued a brief Flood Advisory for portions of southeast Florida, including Broward and Palm Beach Counties. The advisory, which expired at 4:00 PM EDT, warned of minor flooding in low-lying areas and areas with poor drainage due to excessive rainfall. While the advisory was short-lived, residents and businesses in Boca Raton...

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Flood Advisory issued September 21 at 3:07PM EDT until September 21 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Flood Advisory issued September 21 at 3:07PM EDT until September 21 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Flood Advisory Issued for Boca Raton Area Flood Advisory Issued September 21 at 3:07 PM EDT until September 21 at 4:00 PM EDT by NWS Miami FL Brief Summary of the Flood Advisory The National Weather Service (NWS) Miami issued a Flood Advisory for a portion of southeast Florida, including Palm Beach County, at 3:07 PM EDT on September 21, 2025. The advisory was in effect until 4:00 PM EDT. The advisory was prompted by heavy rainfall from thunderstorms, leading to minor flooding in low-lying areas and areas with poor drainage. Areas Affected While the advisory encompassed a...

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