a social stage and a site of consequential decision-making Here is some of what Trump has been up to over the past 100 days Americans may be a bit sour about President Donald Trump's first 100 days, but his visits to Mar-a-Lago were momentous nonetheless The president traveled to his Palm Beach County residence and private clubs nine times spending all or parts of 31 days of his first hundred days in office here He plans another four-day sojourn this weekend with a Federal Aviation Administration alert suggesting he will arrive Thursday and depart Sunday Florida is Trump's home state and a poll released in late March showed him still retaining a 52% favorable approval rating versus 44% not favorable across the Sunshine State indicated some slippage in popularity given Trump carried the state in November with 56% of the ballots cast Tap here for the full story Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@gannett.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today The Flagler Memorial Bridge has reopened and traffic is flowing smoothly the town said in alert the evening of May 4 The Flagler Bridge is out of service until further notice Palm Beach officials said in an alert May 4 Officials did not disclose the reason for the closure of the span but advised motorists to seek an alternate route parts of two roads in town will be closed beginning Monday El Brillo Way will be closed at the east end of the 100 block through May 9 the town said in a notice posted on its website Access to residents’ homes will be maintained Residents with questions can call Craig Hauschild of the Public Works engineering division at 561-838-5410, or send an email to him at CHauschild@townofpalmbeach.com Country Club Road will be closed at the west end through the week for equipment replacement at the D-8 Stormwater Pump Station but access to residents’ homes will be maintained Questions can be directed by phone to Michael Roach of the Public Works engineering division at 561-838-5440 or by email at mroach@townofpalmbeach.com A dedicated traffic phone line for residential concerns is available Monday through Friday  After-hours traffic concerns may be directed to the Palm Beach Police Department at 561-838-5454 Sunfest will not be taking over Downtown West Palm Beach; however the sights and sounds of local music and art are still alive this weekend in downtown West Palm at the 561 Music Festival and Vintage Vibes WATCH HIGHLIGHTS OF 561 MUSIC FESTIVAL AND VINTAGE VIBES BELOW: Cheryl Keyes and her husband are taking in the sounds of local musicians and the sights of local art She says it couldn’t come at a better time “We needed this,” said Keyes It's a free music concert She says she’s been to Sunfest in the past so I asked how she felt about its departure after 40 years bass player for the Ryan Hopkins Band says it’s refreshing to see local acts get a boost “The local scene is what matters the most to local people And while many are upset at the absence of Sunfest the organizers of the 561 music festival say they do not want people to think that this is a replacement for Sunfest even though it’s on the same weekend and same location that Sunfest used for decades they say it’s all about highlighting local “Think of it as another festival,” said organizer Ben Childs we're doing it to enrich the community and help grow the music scene here people enjoyed their time at Vintage Vibes a separate event put on by the city and the downtown development authority which the city wants to hopefully put on for years to come “What we were thinking originally was people are so used to Sunfest,” said West Palm Community Events Manager Angela Poco “Everybody loves it in their hearts of hearts but we wanted to give the merchants and patrons who were maybe displaced and looking for something to do And while it wasn’t the weekend everyone expected Bethune-Cookman University has named three finalists in its search for the 124-year-old school's next president The three candidates – who advanced through a process involving a 15-member search committee – will be invited to the historically Black university's Daytona Beach campus for one-on-one interviews with search committee members and key stakeholders "We are pleased with the progress of the search and the committee is looking forward to more detailed discussions with each candidate to learn more about their vision for B-CU," said John Crossman "We will continue to keep the public aware of the status of this initiative and greatly appreciate the public's support This is an important decision for the university and our community." Here is a bit of what we know about each candidate Albert Mosley: Love for lifelong learning, ethical leadership and civic responsibilityMosley, 52, was a first-generation college student from Shuqualak, Mississippi, when he went across the state to Jackson, to attend Millsaps College, according to an article on the Millsaps website Yale University and the University of Georgia teaching religious studies at Millsaps before taking on roles at Duke and Johns Hopkins University In 2022, Mosley was named Morningside University's 13th president. Earlier this year, the Iowa school of 2,158 extended his contract through 2030 the university launched its first School of Aviation approved new academic programs in cybersecurity The school has begun a major IT transformation and landed multiple $1 million or more gifts and research grants through the Andrew Mellon Foundation and the National Science Foundation Its athletics program introduced a new sport which helped attract more than a dozen students we will continue to foster a love for lifelong learning ethical leadership and civic responsibility," Mosley said at his investiture "Together we will continue to exude that Morningside pride as we climb to higher heights of excellence in academics Tunjarnika Coleman-Ferrell: 'Motivating and inspiring'"Nika" Coleman-Ferrell oversees academics at Palm Beach State College a school serving more than 40,000 students at five campuses Prior to that role, which she started in 2021, she served as provost, dean of student services and professor of teacher education at the college dating to 1998, according to her LinkedIn profile Coleman-Ferrell earned a bachelor's degree in sociology and later a master’s in public administration and doctor of education degrees in educational leadership educational foundations and technology and adult and community education She has developed community partnerships in Palm Beach County and has served on numerous boards, mentored young women at the National Coalition of 100 Black Women and the Max Fisher Boys and Girls Club, according to an article on the PBSC website. Coleman-Ferrell reflected on her inspiration dating to when she was a Palm Beach Gardens High School student from Riviera Beach "My speech was about motivating and inspiring that anything you put your mind to having earned a bachelor's degree in computer science from Grambling State University in Louisiana and a doctor of philosophy in business administration with a concentration in management at Jackson State University in Mississippi Those two academic stints sandwiched an MBA at Winona State University in Minnesota She became dean of the Division of Business and Economics at Morehouse the largest all-men's liberal arts college in the United States She previously served as a business dean at the University of Northern Colorado associate dean of accreditation and analytics at the University of Southern Mississippi Her Morehouse bio describes her as a "serial entrepreneur," having started multiple businesses while serving in academia and also holding professional posts at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester I feel as though it's a reflection of the time and work that we've put in together If it's one thing that I would want the students to take away from my classroom it would be the confidence and the belief in themselves that they can start a business and be successful." 1 golfer won his first tournament of 2025 and made quite the statement 11 days before the first round of the season's next major championship tying the record for 72-hole score on the PGA Tour and breaking the record for score in relation to par on a par-71 course Scheffler had an 8-foot birdie putt attempt at the par-4 18th hole for the Tour scoring record but made a rare miss on a day when he made eight birdies and an eagle Scheffler defeated Erik van Rooyen (63) by eight shots Sam Stevens (64) was third at 20-under and another Dallas resident with three rounds at the par-70 Seaside Course and one at the par-72 Plantation Course The previous low score on a par-71 course was Dustin Johnson's 30-under 254 in the 2020 Northern Trust Scheffler was 32-under through 16 holes until a bogey at the par-4 17th hole when he came up short of the green on his tee shot and watched in dismay as his chip failed to reach the pin where he had two birdies and an eagle for the week Scheffler pounded his tee shot 303 yards into the fairway then launched a 4-iron from 251 yards out that landed in a right-front bunker He got the ball out over a high lip to give himself a chance What did Scottie Scheffler earn for the victory?Scheffler earned $1,782,000 from a total purse of $9.9 million and 500 FedEx Cup points for his 14th PGA Tour victory and his first since winning the Tour Championship on Sept Scheffler moved to third on the PGA Tour money list with $6,711,198 and is projected to be second on the FedEx Cup standings More importantly, Scheffler may have picked up momentum heading into the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow May 15-18 Scheffler has opted not to play in the Truist the PGA Tour's Signature event next week at the Philadelphia Cricket Club It was Scheffler's week from the first round where he blistered Craig Ranch and the field with a 10-under 61 He didn't make a bogey until the third hole of the third round (ending a streak of 40 bogey-free holes in a row) He bogeyed the third hole again on Sunday but beginning with a birdie at the par-3 fourth he played the rest of his first nine at 6-under capped by an eagle at the ninth on a putt of nearly 21 feet earned national accolades and commanded four-digit nightly rates in a season of growth and renewal Among the highlights of the season was the buzzed-about opening of Palm House hotel the hotel at 160 Royal Palm Way began welcoming guests on Thanksgiving weekend That’s when a first-time public glimpse revealed a lobby-and-bar area with Murano-glass chandeliers a chic dining room and expansive pool courtyard that many of the hotel’s 79 rooms and suites can overlook Time magazine named Palm House among its 100 "greatest places." In April closed for years before its November reopening was tapped as one of the best new hotels in the world by Travel + Leisure and Esquire magazines The distinctions put the hotel “on the global stage as a premier destination” and attests to “our team’s passion for delivering exceptional hospitality,” general manager Natalie Le Clerc told the Daily News the hotel had not welcomed a guest in 17 years The owner since 2019 is an affiliate of London-based hospitality investment and management company L+R Hotels also known as London and Regional Group Hotel Holdings The Breakers was named among the best resorts in the world by Condé Nast Traveler magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards 1 spot in Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 15 Resorts in Florida 17 position in the Top 50 worldwide resorts Smaller hotels in Palm Beach also earned high marks in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards based on survey feedback from more than 500,000 worldwide readers 1 spot for Top 10 Florida Hotels: the 89-room Colony with its 32 rooms and suites; and the 80-room Brazilian Court two Palm Beach resorts and their spas were awarded top honors as part of Forbes Travel Guide and its spa earned five stars — the coveted guide’s highest rating — for 2025 The Breakers in Palm Beach and its spa each earned four stars Stars are awarded based on anonymous visits and “rigorous” evaluations of worldwide hotel properties’ amenities and services Restaurants also are rated — a category in which four stars were awarded to Florie’s at the 207-room Four Seasons Palm Beach The Colony received a “recommended,” an affirmation of the hotel’s staff dedication “and the strong support of the Palm Beach community,” president and CEO Sarah Wetenhall told the Daily News Increasing demand led to higher room ratesWhat did it cost to stay for a night this past season at Palm Beach’s hotels and resorts although three-digit rates could be found at Tideline Palm Beach Ocean Resort Palm Beach Historic Inn and Fairfield Inn & Suites READ MORE: As demand grows, majority of hotel rooms in Palm Beach top $1,000 a night this season The $1,000-plus rates didn’t only apply to most legacy properties on the island The new Palm House hotel commanded $1,200-plus a night Rates now are notably falling across the board as the slower season begins “demand for Palm Beach has soared,” Stacy Lee director of sales and marketing at The Brazilian Court That’s part of a global trend: Demand for luxury hotels worldwide has reached “peak levels” since 2019 the average daily rate across all hotel segments has jumped 36% since 2019 based statistics provided to the Daily News by Discover the Palm Beaches increased rates stem from many factors — from demand to inflation renovations and improvements have been afoot for the past few years Chief among them: The Breakers’ new $12 million racquet-sports facility which debuted in March with an exhibition tennis match featuring four legendary players: Andre Agassi The two-day unveiling celebration benefiting First Serve USA a West Palm Beach-based nonprofit organization The Breakers' new racquet complex features 16 state-of-the-art open-air racquet-sports courts two pickleball courts and two padel courts "It's beautiful," Agassi said of the facility Palm Beach billionaire developer Jeff Greene the owner of the Tideline Palm Beach Resort & Spa told the Daily News in March he’s “exploring” a sale of the 134-room hotel with the help of a New York-based global real-estate firm Only offers in excess of $150 million for the beachfront property at 2842 S will be considered — and without cumbersome contingencies — he said It’s a good time to entice such a deal because “all eyes are on Palm Beach,” said Greene whose portfolio of area properties includes hotels READ MORE: Billionaire Jeff Green 'exploring' sale of his Tideline Palm Beach Ocean Resort and Spa The Palm Beach resident bought the hotel for $42 million in 2011 A $20 million interior and exterior renovation was completed in 2023 at the hotel Greene said he has enlisted adviser Eastdil Secured a New York-based privately held global real estate firm Eastdil helped facilitate the August sale of Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa in Manalapan software founder-billionaire Larry Ellison for $277 million The Colony gets a sisterThe husband-and-wife owners of The Colony hotel in Palm Beach completed their purchase of a historic inn in one of old-school society’s favorite summer spots on New York's Long Island who have owned The Colony for nearly a decade now plan to introduce new amenities — including a restaurant — while preserving the heritage of The Hedges Inn The sale of the 13-room inn in East Hampton which is a National Register of Historic Places landmark founded in 1873 according to Suffolk County property records a property Sarah Wetenhall told the Daily News is “a piece of East Hampton’s heritage.” They paid a recorded $12 million for the hotel which had been owned by the Wetenhall family in previous decades Coming attractionsPalm Beach’s hotel landscape will soon have a new addition: The redesigned Vineta Hotel an executive with the project's contractor told the Town Council this past season a project executive with Delray Beach-based Mouw Associates in February said he anticipates construction on the 41-room hotel — previously known as The Chesterfield — to be completed by June 30 barring any future significant construction delays slowing progress The four-story landmarked building at 363 Cocoanut Row, which was purchased for $42 million in April 2022 by British billionaire brothers David and Simon Reuben is managed by Germany-based luxury hotel brand Oetker Collection READ MORE: Palm Beach boards OK Breakers' development project; final council vote set for May The Breakers is one step away from receiving town approval for a subterranean parking lot and to enlarge its family entertainment center from two stories to three During an April 23 Architectural Commission meeting the commission voted 5-2 to approve the two proposals The Breakers’ representatives will go before the Town Council on May 14 for a final vote on the resolution to amend the resort’s planned unit development Palm Beach oceanfront dream house is all dolled up for saleHope Coumbe Buyers looking for a slice of paradise in the exclusive suburb made famous by Aussie TV soap Home and Away should look no further than 104 Iluka Road, Palm Beach 104 Iluka Road, Palm Beach Facing directly onto the quiet and exclusive Snapperman Beach this unconventional and vibrantly designed 613sqm haven is a Barbie lover’s dream four-bathroom property is set over two levels and includes a bunk room Renovated extensively and curated with mid-century Palm Springs décor LJ Hooker Palm Beach agents David and Bj Edwards have labelled the home “more than just a residence” “It is a statement – a testament to luxury living,” the listing states “Every inch of this property has been thoughtfully curated.” The ground floor of the home features a large rumpus room An expansive and eye-catching bright pink kitchen featuring banquet style dining with bench seating completes the space a main bedroom with ensuite and three other bedrooms are interspersed with a family bathroom Entertainment opportunities are in abundance in this unusual with the upstairs bar equipped with its own beer tap An outdoor covered seating space also makes the home the perfect paradise for hosting guests The pièce de resistance of the home’s whimsical character multi-storey slide for those days where taking the steps feels too conventional The exclusive waterfront property also has space for four cars meaning there is plenty of room for family and guests to come and go with ease the new owner of this quirky property will have easy access to nearby Ku-ring-gai National Park and boutique shops round out the enviable local offerings the home’s famous location puts it front and centre in the suburb with a median sale price well over $5 million third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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Two southern Palm Beach County couples are being remembered following their deaths in a two-vehicle crash in April in suburban Boca Raton Separate memorial services took place April 29 in Delray Beach for Gerald and Thelma Levy and in the Toledo suburb of Oregon The couples died the night of April 21 when a Ford Taurus struck Genesis sedan on South Military Trail The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office reported that charges are pending against a 20-year-old Auburndale woman who was driving the Taurus as it approached the Polo Club Shops Fatal wreck: Man, 78, faces vehicular homicide charges in crash that killed Babe Ruth baseball leader had been married for 64 years and would have celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in July The obituary remembered them as "a devoted couple who left an indelible mark on the lives of everyone they touched." studied pharmacy at the University of Toledo and began a career in that field before founding a company that manufactured industrial cleaning products married James in July 1960 and the couple raised two children She was remembered as a woman of "remarkable wit and warm heartedness." The couple shared a love for sports and Arlene was a competitive bridge player Palm Beach County: Sandy Hook mother praises PBSO deputies for foiling suspected massacre were laid to rest with honor at the South Florida VA National Cemetery in suburban Lake Worth Beach Navy from 1955 to 1957 as a dental technician petty officer 3rd Class 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren his many millions of dollars and time split between LA and Ibiza This is why he and his entrepreneur-podcaster wife are building a luxury eight-storey residential complex metres from the sand at Palm Beach through their company YLB Property Developments “I’ve been lucky enough to travel the world,” Paul tells Domain when we came across the site on Jefferson Lane Named Pescado – Spanish for fish and a nod to Paul’s Ibiza residency and second home – the $50-million development will feature six full-floor apartments, priced from $5.25 million, plus an expansive four-bedroom penthouse on the top two floors, which the couple and their nine-month-old daughter Bobbi plan to call their “forever home”. “Life on the road can get pretty intense – it’s non-stop,” Paul says. “So, having a home like this to come back to, where we can properly unwind, means everything. “Pescado will be our sanctuary. It will be our base, and where we can, we’ll be spending a lot of time here going forward. AFL great ‘The Bont’ drumming up recruits for Footscray apartment development Dave Hughes accidentally bought a house. Then he had to tell his wife Influencer Bec Judd lists country pad for $2.85m-$3m “That was the whole point of creating this place – to have somewhere that really feels like home.” The Fishers’ penthouse will look out over the ocean and Paul’s early stomping ground, and capture hinterland views out back – as will, to varying degrees, the three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartments below. Residents will enjoy access to a resort-style swimming pool, gym, sauna and cold-plunge tub, and barbecue and dining facilities. “The amenities [are] designed for connection, not chaos,” Paul says. “Spaces where we can spend time with family, share a meal with friends, take a swim, or reset with a workout or cold plunge. “Wellness and balance were at the heart of every decision.” The curvaceous facade of the BDA Architecture-designed building  is designed to invoke the lines of the coast, Paul says. The theme will continue inside the luxury pads, where Chloe has spearheaded the interior design vision with the support of BDA. “Design has always been a huge passion of mine,” she says. “I’ve always taken the lead on the interiors of our homes in LA and Ibiza – layering textures, choosing tones and finding ways to bring warmth and personality into a space.” Chloe has drawn inspiration from pieces and ideas from their travels. The building’s “creative spirit” is said to be inspired by Bali’s iconic Potato Head beach club, striking a balance between elegance and everyday comfort. Earthy, textured walls, travertine and “calm coastal energy” will feature throughout the project, with restrained pops of colour – soft blush pinks or sage greens – in an otherwise neutral palette, giving apartments their own subtle personalities. Each home will include Gaggenau appliances, an integrated wine fridge and state-of-the-art laundry, among other attractions. “Everything we’ve selected is tried and tested,” Chloe says. “We’ve either lived with it, stayed somewhere that used it, or had a great experience with it. “We didn’t want anything just for the sake of it looking good – it has to work, feel good to live with and stand the test of time.” Chloe says what is “incredibly rare” about the development is that each apartment will be finished to the exacting standard of its penthouse. “We didn’t want a tiered experience where only the top floor gets the best,” she says. The couple agree that what matters most when they’re home in Australia is the ability to unwind, spend time with friends and family, and switch off from work, and they believe this new development, and their private sanctuary above the ocean, will facilitate that. “The penthouse has to tick a lot of boxes for us,” Paul says. “Not just in terms of views and design, but how it feels to live in every day. “It’s where I disconnect from everything that comes with my career. It’s not about the stage or the spotlight – it’s about being Chloe, Paul and Bobbi Fisher.” The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Palm Beach County workers who hate their morning commute might be surprised to learn they may have it better than many of their fellow residents The average Palm Beach County worker's commute has barely changed compared with the year before the COVID-19 pandemic began But some areas' commutes are much longer than others Census Bureau asks millions of Americans annually a slew of questions about themselves as part of its annual American Community Survey It also asks people how long their daily commute to work takes how they get to work and what time they leave home The Census Bureau has collected responses across Palm Beach County Residents countywide who do not work from home reported on average it took them just over 26½ minutes to undefined The margin of error in both surveys was about 36 seconds Palm Beach County in 2023 had 721,000 workers Most of them — 70% — drove alone to their jobs 15% of Palm Beach County workers did their jobs from home in 2023 But that work-from-home figure had declined slightly from 17% in 2021 as residents countywide got vaccinated against COVID-19 and businesses required employees to work in person more the increase in working from home has led to fewer drivers on the road — more than 572,000 in 2023 About 76% of workers say their households have at least two vehicles The largest number of workers in the county — 28% — leave for their jobs between 7 and 8 a.m About 24% of workers leave home for their jobs before 7 About 10% of residents work outside the county Read on to see how long residents in each part of the county said it takes for them to get to work Residents living in and near Palm Beach County's southernmost line are more likely than people in any other part of the county to work from home and have shorter morning commutes Average morning commute: About 21 minutes and 30 secondsEstimated number of workers: More than 63,000Percent of people working from home: 22%Percent of people commuting more than half an hour: 27%Percent of people leaving for work before 7 a.m.: 14%Percent of people leaving for work between 7 and 9 a.m.: 55%Percent of people leaving for work at 9 a.m or later: 31%Percent of people who drive alone to work: 67%Percent of people working outside Palm Beach County: 2%Riviera Beach: Palm Beach County's industrial heartHome to most of Palm Beach County's factories lumber yards and a Florida Power & Light Co Riviera Beach residents have some of the shortest commutes of anyone in the 561 area code The West Palm Beach areaWorkers living in and around the biggest city in Palm Beach County have shorter commutes than many other residents in the county despite traffic jams on big roads such as Okeechobee Boulevard or Dixie Highway Average morning commute: Just over 23 minutesEstimated number of workers: Nearly 82,000Percent of people working from home: 10%Percent of people commuting more than half an hour: 29%Percent of people leaving for work before 7 a.m.: 29%Percent of people leaving for work between 7 and 9 a.m.: 46%Percent of people leaving for work at 9 a.m or later: 26%Percent of people who drive alone to work: 71%Percent of people working outside Palm Beach County: 5%Jupiter and communities in its orbitMany residents working from home plus fewer overall workers compared with other urbanized parts of Palm Beach County means shorter commutes for residents living in and around Jupiter Here is what commutes are like in the rural towns of Belle Glade on the western border of Palm Beach County Average morning commute: About 25 minutesEstimated number of workers: More than 11,000Percent of people working from home: Less than 2%Percent of people commuting more than half an hour: 35%Percent of people leaving for work before 7 a.m.: 42%Percent of people leaving for work between 7 a.m and 9 a.m.: 42%Percent of people leaving for work at 9 a.m or later: 16.5%Percent of people who drive alone to work: 68%Percent of people working outside Palm Beach County: 8%Lantana to Delray Beach and communities westResidents in this stretch of Palm Beach County have commutes in line with county averages This part of Palm Beach County covers Lake Worth Beach Haverhill and communities between those cities Wellington and State Road 7Even as working from home has grown fast in the growing communities west of Florida's Turnpike Most businesses in this part of Palm Beach County operate close to State Road 7 Residents of the semi-rural Jupiter Farms community in the 33478 ZIP code west of Jupiter proper are less likely to report long commutes compared with Acreage residents on the other side of Beeline Highway Ibis residents have county's longest commutesWith few big employers in this semi-rural stretch of Palm Beach County residents of The Acreage and its neighboring country club community Average morning commute: Just under 39 minutesNumber of workers: More than 15,000Percent of people working from home: 14%Percent of people commuting more than half an hour: 70%Percent of people leaving for work before 7 a.m.: 36%Percent of people leaving for work between 7 and 9 a.m.: 41%Percent of people leaving for work at 9 a.m or later: 23%Percent of people who drive alone to work: 79%Percent of people working outside Palm Beach County: 8%Chris Persaud covers transportation in Palm Beach County for The Palm Beach Post Just when Palm Beach retailers thought business had peaked the 2024-25 season proved to be the best season ever for many shops throughout the town Despite traffic congestion and parking issues sought-after destination attracting high-income visitors from around the world “The 2024-25 season was record-breaking,” said Lori Berg general manager of The Royal Poinciana Plaza with 86 percent of brands exceeding last season’s sales marking our strongest season yet," Berg said The Holiday Reveal and A Royal Easter Affairs drew record crowds and boosted engagement.” said The Shops at The Breakers and Via Flagler  performed exceptionally well this season Retail shops experienced a 2.3 percent increase in revenue That marks a sales increase for three years in a row “We sustained the strong momentum of the past few record-breaking years a testament to the enduring appeal of our curated retail experiences and merchandise,” Zoller said our guests and local community continue to respond enthusiastically to the unique collections featured at both locations.” special partnerships and curated events helped retailers create one-of-a-kind shopping experiences as designer Kim Seybert did by making her first personal appearance at News & Gourmet where she offered expert tips for designing the perfect Palm Beach tablescape Michael Aram showcased his home décor and entertainment collections along with an exclusive presentation of Anabel Aram Jewelry “With the debut of our state-of-the-art tennis and racquet facilities and the introduction of pickleball and padel  we’ve seen a notable rise in interest and sales of racquet sports apparel equipment and accessories in The Sports Pro Shop,” Zoller said Popular merchandise includes footwear at Match at The Breakers Tory Sport for Women activewear and Australian designer Camilla Franks’ resort wear Retail business on Worth Avenue was brisk as well treasurer of the Worth Avenue Association and owner of the family-owned men’s store Maus & Hoffman at 312 Worth Ave. said the season was one of the strongest he’s seen in years and it came at a time of election-year distractions: economic indicators around consumer confidence and an apparent broader cooling in the luxury market with Christmas ticking slightly above last year," Maus said "But the real standout was the first quarter of the year The rest of the first quarter was busy as well with a flow of new faces through the doors at Maus & Hoffman “While we have always been a destination for a discerning clientele it’s been exciting to meet a new wave of such a wide-ranging and distinguished group of new customers from Cabinet officials to key players in both business and government Many have already become regulars,” Maus said Maus & Hoffman made some updates to its Worth Avenue store We also reworked the layout and fixtures to create a more open That’s given us more flexibility in how we showcase new and unique items — and customers have really responded The more curated displays and “discovery” moments throughout the store have been especially well-received,” Maus said Worth Avenue overall experienced a strong season production manager at shoe store Stubbs & Wootton said business at his store has been steady “Enhanced customer engagement and a focus on concierge-style service have helped drive both sales and repeat visits," Steinhart said “We’ve definitely noticed more out-of-town visitors coming into the store this year which is a great opportunity for us to introduce them to our heritage brand,” Steinhart said “There’s also been a noticeable increase in international clientele which has been very exciting and encouraging for future growth." A highlight at Stubbs & Wootton has been its collaboration with Gracie Studio “We were honored to be featured on the cover of the Palm Beach Guide this season created a beautiful artwork with a Palm Beach crest “Another exciting moment was launching a collaboration with Palm Beach Instagram favorite Suebelle,” Steinhart said Notable this season was the closing of Saks Fifth Avenue in The Esplanade at 172 Worth Ave marking the end of its 99-year run in Palm Beach The departure was largely due to the downturn experienced by department stores around the country as luxury goods consumers favored exclusive boutiques "The department stores have suffered greatly," Orin Rosenfeld of Rosenfeld Realty Advisors in Boca Raton said earlier this year "As far as what they are and what they represent the last place there should be one of those is Palm Beach People there are looking for very high-end exclusive items The last thing they want is something everyone around the country can buy." home décor and other items featured in many Palm Beach stores shoppers prefer an in-store experience and the ability to see merchandise try it on and ask questions before they buy it In an exclusive recent interview with the Daily News two-story space formerly occupied by Saks would be redeveloped to include luxury retail Traffic congestion and parking issues remain as one of the top challenges for Palm Beach businesses Steinhart said better signage and encouraging the use of nearby garages could improve the experience Many retailers offer parking validations for customers Palm Beach is among the municipalities that encourages people to use the ParkMobile app for paid parking. But in a recent alert, Palm Beach Police noted reports of individuals searching online for ParkMobile apps and unknowingly clicking on scam websites posing as official sites Maus said the rollout of ParkMobile brought its fair share of opinions but it seems to have improved turnover and made things a little easier pays for designated employee parking — but it’s frustrating to see store employees and even managers parking on the street in spaces meant for shoppers We’re hopeful that things are heading in the right direction,” Maus said the Royal Poinciana Plaza invested in offsite employee parking and 24/7 shuttles during peak season ensuring more parking availability for guests and the demand for space far exceeds the supply senior real estate adviser for Sotheby’s International Realty in Palm Beach including some in the newly renovated Royal Poinciana Playhouse site once a social gathering spot where people could enjoy live theater and dining Future tenants will include the Glazer Hall cultural arts center Phase one of the renovated playhouse debuted with luxury retailers Loewe Spanish luxury brand Loewe boutique blends fashion It previously operated a seasonal boutique in the Royal Poinciana Plaza The former playhouse spot is the first U.S the shop showcases a ready-to-wear collection and Italian-made home accents offering a West Coast-inspired clothing collection joined the lineup at the Royal Poinciana Plaza this season This season also welcomed the return of art gallery Onna House and introduced new expanded locations for Paul Labrecque Salon and Skincare Spa Luxury Swiss watch and jewelry maker Maison Piaget opened in The Esplanade Two women-owned independent shops opened on County Road in November and both owners were pleased with the response from shoppers I’ve finally had a moment to reflect on the whirlwind that was our first season at The Nix Palm Beach Opening the doors to my very own lifestyle boutique here in Palm Beach was a dream come true It exceeded my expectations in every way,” Connaughton said Whether it was someone popping in out of curiosity I’ve been blown away by the support,” Connaughton said “I wanted The Nix to feel like an extension of the island’s spirit: bright One of the most meaningful parts has been sharing my mom and sister’s watercolor art in the shop It’s been such a joy to bring a little bit of our shared creativity into the space Connaughton realized it was important to strike a balance in the assortment of merchandise That includes small items and accessories that tourists can easily take home as well as furniture and décor that appeal to locals and interior designers “The greatest thing the town could do to support local merchants is to keep South Ocean Boulevard open When the president is in town and the road is closed traffic becomes unbearable and discourages people from visiting and enjoying all that our town and its small businesses have to offer,” Connaughton said we are just getting started and I can’t wait to show you what we have coming next season at The Nix.”  Palm Beach resident Kai Lassen opened Kai Lassen Hats in November at 139 N She previously operated her shop in Jupiter She offers ready-to-wear hats and custom hats for men I’m so humbled and grateful for all the love and support from the community One of the best surprises has been hearing how excited people are to see authenticity returning to Palm Beach especially with the unique mix of retailers now in the Paramount It’s been incredibly rewarding to be part of something that feels fresh yet rooted in what makes this place so special,” Lassen said While the location brings a lot of foot traffic to the shop especially with the Southern Bridge closures Locals tend to rush off the island to avoid getting stuck which means fewer lingerers and missed opportunities,” Lassen said it feels more like New York City than Palm Beach the people and the sense of community here have all exceeded my expectations,” Lassen said merchants are hoping for continued business Palm Beach’s growing year-round population means our business stays steady even in the off-season,” said Maus Summer provides more time for long-lead and custom projects for clients prepping their fall wardrobes “It’s also when many of our most particular clients prefer to shop giving us a chance to really focus on their individual needs Some of our team joins me in Italy to visit our factories The Miami Grand Prix returned to Miami Gardens and did not disappoint in the fourth instalment of the Formula One race from the Sunshine State McLaren's Oscar Piastri won the event, edging teammate and 2024 winner Lando Norris in the 2025 F1 event from South Florida This year's event featured fine dining experiences, celebrity sightings, plenty of storylines and the announcement of a 10-year extension for the annual race The race takes place at Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium and features 57 laps It's 308.326 kilometers which comes out to 191.584 miles Piastri's victory gives him his third consecutive win this season After a renovation lightened up the interiors, a Mediterranean-style townhouse built 25 years ago has sold for a recorded $11.4 million just north of The Breakers resort in Palm Beach The price paid for 161 Main Street is significantly higher the “semi-detached” residence’s last sale which was recorded at $4.81 million in August 2020 real estate investor Alexander Hufty Griswold sold the townhouse through a trust in in his name He was joined on the document by his husband who also handled the seller’s side of the transaction as a real estate agent with Flagship Co The buyer was a Florida-registered limited liability company named after the property’s address and managed by real estate attorney Paul A who declined to comment about the transaction The buyer’s real estate agent was not identified in the closed sale listing in the multiple listing service the townhouse has four bedrooms and 4,931 square feet of living space Each residence has its own garage and private swimming pool Doorack had the residence priced at $12.45 million when it sold He first listed it at $15.5 million in January 2024 and ended up reducing the price four times The residence left the market in June 2024 but was relisted in January When Griswold bought the property in August 2020 its architecture was “heavy Mediterranean,” as he described it in for a 2024 article in the Palm Beach Daily News “I wanted to make it more of a beach house so we peeled back a lot of its ornamentation and formality,” Griswold told the Daily News last year about the renovation The residence needed “a lot of cosmetic work to bring it (up) to today’s style and make it more livable and casual,” Griswold said in the article A commercial real estate investor Griswold has deep family roots in Palm Beach He serves on the town’s Landmarks Preservation Commission Among his real estate transactions in Palm Beach Griswold in March paid about $12 million for the island’s only gas and service station He bought that property through his company He and investors have also bought and sold commercial and mixed-use properties on Royal Palm Way The renovation of the townhouse included adding new wood flooring in some rooms and refinishing the stone floors in others Crews also gutted the kitchen and replaced mechanical systems The living room features a beamed ceiling and a gas fireplace with a stone mantelpiece a bank of French doors accesses the loggia which faces the new saltwater pool and yard The townhouse’s layout also includes a formal dining room A stairway and elevator provide access to the the mid-level rooms and the top floor where the family room has a balcony and a covered terrace with views of The Breakers’ golf course The garage on the lowest level accommodates two cars Doorack was listed on the deed “only for purposes of waiving any constitutional homestead interest he may have” in the property Reporting by writer Christine Davis contributed to this story Darrell Hofheinz is a USA TODAY Network of Florida journalist who writes about Palm Beach real estate in his weekly “Beyond the Hedges” column. He welcomes tips about real estate news on the island. Email dhofheinz@pbdailynews.com click on the photo gallery at the top of this page This story was updated from a previous version Christine Davis has written about Palm Beach real estate in the "On the Market" feature in the Palm Beach Daily News Two years ago, Toronto Maple Leafs fans learned the hard way to be careful what you ask for Rather than renew a longstanding, and recently one-sided, playoff rivalry with the Boston Bruins, a gathered crowd outside of Scotiabank Arena infamously chanted "We want Florida!" in unison shortly after the Leafs eliminated the Tampa Bay Lightning from the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs The Panthers obliged rallying from a 3-1 series deficit and shocking Boston in overtime of Game 7 when Carter Verhaeghe delivered the winning goal Florida proceeded to send the Leafs packing in the second round winning three times in Toronto and clinching the series in five games via Nick Cousins' OT heroics Miami Dolphins: A way-too-early, 53-man roster projection after 2025 NFL draft "Nobody in the world thought we were going to be in this position," Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk told reporters following the Panthers' previous triumph in Toronto "We don't care what anybody's opinion is." It's safe to assume those feelings have since changed a bit, considering Florida's postseason pedigree. The defending champion Panthers who advanced beyond the first round for the fourth straight year and has won eight of their last nine series overall square off with the Leafs in a best-of-seven beginning at 8 p.m Toronto will have home ice advantage after tallying 108 points during the regular season — 10 more than the Panthers who won three of the four head-to-head meetings Both teams survived regional rivalries in Round 1. Florida outscored the Tampa Bay Lightning 19-12 in a five-game romp, and Toronto slammed the door on the Ottawa Senators' comeback bid Thursday with a 4-2 road win to take the series in six Here are five things to know ahead of the second all-time postseason matchup between the Panthers and the Maple Leafs It will carry over to Monday's series opener in Toronto that's not my job," Florida coach Paul Maurice said "This would be viewed in our room as an injury It would be viewed no different from Sam Bennett breaking his finger last year in the Tampa series and missing five games "You're going to have really good players come in and out of your lineup we've missed (Ekblad) 22 of the past 24 games He didn't play anyway so we're not used to him being in our lineup anyway Ekblad returned for Game 3 but had a minus-4 rating in a 5-1 defeat He tied Game 4 with less than four minutes to play in the third period and Seth Jones gave the Panthers the lead for good just 11 seconds later fortifying weaknesses in the net and the right side of defense with the additions of Anthony Stolarz and Oliver Ekman-Larsson made a career-high 33 starts during the regular season for the Leafs and posted a league-best .926 save percentage He finished third in the NHL in goals-against average (2.14) trailing only Vezina Trophy favorite Connor Hellebuyck (2.01) and Los Angeles Kings stalwart Darcy Kuemper (2.02) The 31-year-old Stolarz has been solid between the pipes during the postseason stopping 128 of the Senators' 142 shots (.901 save percentage) with a 2.21 GAA scored twice against Ottawa — including the Game 1 opener at the 7:09 mark The 33-year-old played more than 19 minutes per game in the first round partnering Simon Benoit on the Leafs' third pair and occupying secondary roles on both the power play and the penalty kill The longtime Bruin has tormented Toronto for more than a decade 37 assists) in 59 regular-season games against the Leafs; he's only been more proficient against Buffalo (68 points in 66 games) throughout his 16-year NHL career He's kicked it up a notch at Toronto's expense in the playoffs In the last three postseason head-to-head showdowns between the Bruins and the Leafs 16 assists) as Boston prevailed in seven games on each occasion Acquired by Panthers general manager Bill Zito for a conditional 2027 second-round pick which elevates to a first-rounder if Florida wins this series Marchand dished out four helpers in the five games against the Lightning He and linemates Anton Lundell and Eetu Luostarinen carried a team-best 56.7% expected goals share at five-on-five according to hockey analytics site MoneyPuck Panthers' penalty kill 'on point' in opening roundSpecial teams tipped the scales tremendously in the Panthers' favor against their in-state rival Sergei Bobrovsky and Florida's PK unit stymied the star-studded Tampa Bay power play getting the kill on 16 of 18 chances — including 15 consecutive kills between Games 1 and 5 The Lightning converted at a 25.9% rate during the regular season Florida erased Art Ross Trophy winner Nikita Kucherov for the second straight year limiting the league's leading scorer to just four assists Jake Guentzel notched a team-high six points but had a minus-3 rating Brayden Point produced just two goals and Brandon Hagel was held scoreless in his three appearances missing a game apiece to suspension and injury You need your PK to be on point," Panthers defenseman Gustav Forsling told reporters after Game 5 The Panthers finished a respectable 4-of-12 (25%) on the power play for the series Toronto frequently rolls out five forwards on its top power-play unit — Auston Matthews The Leafs connected six times (35.3%) on the power play against the Senators but surrendered a pair of shorthanded goals No team in the Stanley Cup Playoffs faces more scrutiny and is under more pressure to win than the Maple Leafs especially considering this could be the last chance for the so-called 'Core Four' — Matthews Nylander and Tavares — to get over the hump Toronto has competed in the playoffs each season since 2016-17 but advanced beyond the first round just twice The Maple Leafs have not qualified for the Eastern Conference Final since 2001-02 and the franchise is starved to end a 58-year Stanley Cup drought the Arizona-born superstar who has twice eclipsed the 60-goal mark is signed through 2027-28 at an average salary cap hit of $13.25 million who has nine points so far this postseason is locked up through 2031-32 on a contract with an average annual value of $11.5 million are due to enter unrestricted free agency on July 1 led the Leafs with 102 points during the regular season but has been criticized in the past for the team's postseason shortcomings; he has 58 points in 63 career Stanley Cup Playoff games He stands to earn a raise on his current contract ($10.903 million AAV) should he hit the open market but the former captain had his highest goal return (38) since his debut season in Toronto back in 2018-19 Toronto will get some relief as the NHL's salary cap rises to $92.4 million in the summer but it has made long-term investments on defense for the likes of Morgan Rielly 22-year-old winger Knies needs a new deal as a restricted free agent following a 29-goal and only so much patience in Toronto for repeated failures Another exit at the hands of the Panthers could result in a major shakeup Palm Beach restauranteurs have stepped up their efforts to cater to customers A number of restaurants opened or were announced this season as existing ones enhanced their offerings and received national accolades for their cuisine and service Among the highlights of the season was the October opening of Nobu at Eau Palm Beach Resort in Manalapan Inspired by famed chef-restaurateur Nobu Matsuhisa whose name is attached to numerous hotels and restaurants around the world the 65-seat Nobu Manalapan’s culinary offerings include Matsuhisa’s trademark traditional Japanese cuisine with contemporary Peruvian ingredients Nobu Manalapan was the 23rd Nobu in the United States according to worldwide locations listed on Nobu’s website Meanwhile a “Nobu-inspired” eatery opened at Palm House hotel which debuted in November after a top-to-bottom luxe renovation Palm House Dining Room features a menu with some items one might otherwise find on a menu at Nobu in the redeveloped Royal Poinciana Playhouse site The 200-seat restaurant will open in the space once occupied by the Celebrity Room Tutto Mare is part of New York-based Tutto Il Giorno Restaurant Group whose principals include designer Donna Karan’s daughter Gabby Karan de Felice Tutto restaurants have locations in the Hamptons Bice Group opened its second Palm Beach restaurant this time in the Palm Beach Towers condominium complex Serving Mediterranean cuisine emphasizing Italian Salute (Sa-LOO-tay) is a sister to 30-plus-year-old Bice Ristorante in Via Bice off Worth Avenue It replaces the former 151-seat Restaurant 44 which operated for eight seasons at Palm Beach Towers “We have been so busy with wonderful guests sharing in our excitement about Salute,” Bice Group CEO Raffaele Ruggeri a key player in the restaurant’s development While the flagship restaurant at the Four Seasons Palm Beach Resort is under the culinary leadership of internationally known chef-partner Mauro Colagreco — who leads restaurants around the world — a new day-to-day chef de cuisine joined the team this past season told the Daily News that among the reasons he decided to join the hotel’s Florie’s restaurant is to be a part of the resort’s “authentic sense of hospitality.” Soriano replaced former Florie’s chef de cuisine Nino La Spina The Four Seasons Palm Beach Resort is at 2800 S Longtime Palm Beach resident and restaurateur Nick Coniglio and his business partners this past season opened two new dining options in West Palm Beach’s Northwood area They opened a full-service waterfront dinner restaurant followed by a neighboring March-opened lunch café with pizza where Coniglio and his North End Hospitality partners opened a semi-private club North End Hospitality’s partners include West Palm Beach-based NDT Development plus two restaurateurs who have led Cucina in Palm Beach: Chef Kent Thurston Known for years for the popular dinner services they continue to offer two Palm Beach restaurants that debuted lunch service during the 2023-2024 season didn’t resume lunch this past season a longtime seafood restaurant and raw bar with a bustling dinner business cited parking issues and traffic as posing challenges to daytime service Acqua Café put its lunch on hold while its team focuses on starting other business expansions the restaurant whose 2010 debut ignited a local relish for globally influenced small plates That’s according to the online restaurant-reservation service and diner-review sounding board OpenTable which annually reveals its Top 100 Best Restaurants in America list is among four Florida restaurants that made the most recent list OpenTable noted Buccan’s success is due to its “use of superior ingredients and preparation” via an “adventurous and memorable dining experience.” The restaurant is led by chef/owner Clay Conley Manager Andy Boles told the Daily News he and his team are “grateful” and their “greatest satisfaction comes from making our guests happy.” Michelin Guide kudosWhen prestigious Michelin awards for 2025 were bestowed in April on nine Palm Beach County restaurants Buccan once again was the sole Palm Beach restaurant to take home honors it landed on the Michelin guide’s “recommended restaurants” list It’s the first year Michelin has rated Palm Beach County restaurants after entering other select Florida markets in 2024 Palm Beach County’s Discover the Palm Beaches tourism-marketing arm contributed $180,000 so the area could be part of the guide’s rankings A pause on restaurantsThough it will not affect new restaurants approved by the town a year or more ago the Town Council this past season issued a red light on applications for new restaurants nightclubs and private clubs — at least for now Taking a pause will allow the town’s traffic consultant more time to collect data The pause has been extended twice since last June spurred by concerns over the town's traffic issues and development pressure MIAMI GARDENS — Oscar Piastri’s victory in the Formula One CRYPTO.com Miami Grand Prix was enough to spur the normally super low-key driver into a victory dance and compel his team principal to snap team selfies at the finish line Most of all, it was a 200-mph boost of confidence for the McLaren Racing team, whose drivers Piastri and Lando Norris crossed the finish line 35-seconds ahead of the rest of the field hold the first and second positions in the world championship standings and have hoisted five out of the six winner’s trophies on the season It essentially all started right here in South Florida a year ago Although teammates for three years now, the Brit Norris claimed his first F1 trophy, beating two-time Miami winner and multiple-time world champion Max Verstappen in a dramatic day at the Miami International Autodrome last May He answered with three more trophies in 2024 and closed in on Verstappen to finish second to him in the Drivers Championship - a hefty 63 points off pace More: Miami, Formula 1 made for each other as Grand Prix proves once more | Habib But Norris and Piastri’s work was good enough to help McLaren to the team – or constructor’s - title last year it has created a new sense of high expectations and can-do for the 2025 season; a spirit that is absolutely working “I think we got lapped twice that day in Miami two years ago,’’ the Australian Piastri said managing a slight smile as he recalled that 2023 race “Clearly last year with Lando’s win that was nice for the whole team in terms of finally having a car capable of winning a race again But there was always the optimism and the determination “I think Miami last season was the turning point in winning races because we could be the quickest on track and that’s an incredible place to be,’’ continued Piastri who now leads the championship points by 16 over his teammate Norris and 32 over Verstappen The determination and the hard work is still identical just the joy and the celebrations are a bit more frequent we’ve got a lot of competition and challenges Being first now means we have less tunnel time and that’s something that we’ve enjoyed over our competitors for the last few years So we’re aware that there’s going to be some challenges with being in front Lando Norris has five F1 podium finishesIn the six Formula One races this year including a victory in the Australian season-opener three runner-up showings and a third place and Miami) and a third place showing at Japan Red Bull Racing driver Verstappen owns the only other win (at Japan) this year Asked if it is harder to contend with a teammate for the championship – as looks to be the case at least early on this season – both Piastri and Norris shook their heads has had the enviable task of trying to keep the two young talents both competitive every single week Does it make it that much harder racing wheel to wheel with a teammate "We know pretty much exactly how one another drives so from that side you have more information “There are positives and negatives,’’ he conceded “It’s always going to be close between us,’’ Piastri said There will be weekends where Lando is stronger and weekends where I am stronger We’re very aware of the fact we that we want this success for as long as we’re at McLaren “But we don’t just want one opportunity at this success We want it for the next however many years and that’s an important and easy thing to keep in mind for us and the whole team.’’ WEST PALM BEACH — Five Tenet hospitals in Palm Beach County have accused a national hospital-rating organization of orchestrating a “pay-to-play” scheme favoring hospitals that participate in its surveys and failing those that don't attorneys for Tenet said Leapfrog Group's grading system relies largely on self-reported and unaudited data and ranks hospitals according to their participation The hospitals' attorneys said these ratings aren't just wrong but dangerous — driving patients away from safe facilities and into the waiting rooms of worse ones "The Leapfrog Group's business model is as simple as it is sinister: prey on public fear distort the truth and profit from deception," the attorneys wrote in a federal lawsuit filed April 30 a nonprofit which claims to promote health-care transparency and safety the group's attorneys rejected Tenet's "pay-to-play" characterization and said its patient safety data is credible "Tenet is attempting to shoot the messenger instead of addressing the serious patient safety problems," wrote attorney Kimberly Blair in January Blair said Leapfrog "encourages Tenet to make patient safety a priority and improve." Seven attorneys from across the nation represent Good Samaritan Medical Center Mary’s Medical Center and West Boca Medical Center They said the facilities stopped responding to Leapfrog’s 100-page surveys during the COVID-19 pandemic choosing instead to focus on meeting federal and specialty-specific health standards The hospitals — which together treated about 470,000 patients last year — said that until 2024 Leapfrog graded them based on available data and never gave them lower than a "C." when Leapfrog tweaked its methodology to fail nonparticipating hospitals automatically Leapfrog gave the hospitals “D” and “F” ratings Photos: Palms West Hospital nurse Leelamma Lal recovering after February patient attack “The integrity of information guiding patients' health care decisions must be beyond reproach," the attorneys said has corrupted that trust — weaponizing fear and misleading the public to serve its own craven financial interests." Leapfrog's supposed mission of protecting patients is a "sham," the attorneys continued The lawsuit points to examples where hospitals that earned top Leapfrog grades were simultaneously cited by federal regulators for life-threatening patient care deficiencies received consecutive "A" grades from Leapfrog while government inspectors documented dangerous lapses in care including delays blamed for patient deaths It also cites multiple academic studies and statements from the American Hospital Association warning that Leapfrog’s methodology is unreliable and should not be used to guide patient decisions the hospitals' attorneys said they asked Leapfrog to stop issuing misleading grades "Hospital ratings and hospital safety grades are Leapfrog's opinion," Blair wrote in an email to Tenet's attorneys "Courts nationwide have consistently held that such opinions are protected speech under the First Amendment." Tenet's attorneys said “there is no First Amendment protection for deceptive practices." District Judge Donald Middlebrooks has not yet scheduled a hearing in the case Hannah Phillips is a journalist covering public safety and criminal justice at The Palm Beach Post. You can reach her at hphillips@pbpost.com A mother and daughter from Ukraine who are living in Boynton Beach are facing criminal charges after federal authorities alleged that they unlawfully voted in the 2024 election for president voted in the November general election despite not being U.S Both are facing a federal charge of being an alien unlawfully voting in a presidential election A person found guilty can face up to one year in prison and a fine up to $100,000 The Demydenkos appeared Tuesday before U.S Both were found to be indigent and were assigned federal public defenders the public defender does not comment on active cases McCabe set bail for both defendants at $25,000 They are scheduled to return to court for a preliminary arraignment on May 20 More: Trump pardons Gardens tax cheat two weeks after judge sentenced him to prison The arrests come at a time when allegations of election fraud are common Reports of malfunctioning voting machines and missing ballots some of them fueled by Donald Trump's 2020 loss of the presidential election to Joe Biden have led some to question the integrity of the U.S Those who study elections say voter fraud is rare although Florida has brought criminal cases against people who tried to vote after losing their right to do so because of felony convictions executive director of the nonpartisan Center for Election Innovation & Research said the number of noncitizen foreigners who have illegally cast ballots in elections is "pretty darn close to zero" over the past decades He said that is because the penalties are so high "They will get caught and they will be deported," he has said in 2023 created an Office of Election Crimes and Security to investigate such incidents More: Man posing as deputy fantasized about attacks with teen school shooter, PBSO says According to the criminal complaint affidavit Svitlana and Yelyzaveta Demydenko entered the United States in April 2021 on nonimmigrant visas and became lawful permanent residents in July 2023 Svitlana and Yelyzaveta registered to vote in federal elections using a system that requires certification of United States citizenship Records from the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections showed that they voted in the general election on Oct at an early voting polling place near Boynton Beach the general election also included candidates for the Senate and House or Representatives Court documents did not indicate whether the Demydenkos voted for a specific office or candidate Trump defeated incumbent Vice President Kamala Harris to secure his return to the White House whose legal residence is his Mar-a-Lago mansion in Palm Beach and who first won the White House in 2016 defeated Harris in Florida to secure the state's 30 electoral votes Svitlana and Yelyzaveta Demydenko conducted a consensual interview with law enforcement Yelyzaveta confirmed that she registered to vote online and told investigators she went with her mother and stepfather to vote at a library in Boynton Beach She told the investigator she voted because she "wanted to make a difference." The West Boynton Branch Library on Jog Rog was one of 29 early voting and vote-by-mail drop locations for Palm Beach County last fall Svitlana said she also registered online and voted because she wanted to support the country She said she was not aware that she was ineligible to vote South Ocean Boulevard next to President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach is now open to through traffic The road that passes along the east side of Trump's property on May 4 reopened between South County Road and the Southern Boulevard traffic circle Palm Beach said in an alert sent at 5:34 p.m The move followed Trump's departure earlier in the day to return to Washington following his 10th weekend in Palm Beach since his Jan The road closed the morning of May 1 ahead of Trump's arrival that night to Mar-a-Lago. Trump missed Vice President JD Vance by just a few hours: Vance was in town briefly the evening of May 1 to headline a fundraising event on Worth Avenue The president's departure means opening times for the three drawbridges to the island will return to their usual schedules which change when Trump is home as part of temporary security zones implemented by the U.S The removal of the Coast Guard security zones also will allow marine traffic to flow unimpeded through the Intracoastal Waterway past Mar-a-Lago law enforcement vessels prevent boaters from pausing near the historic estate The Secret Service had ordered South Ocean Boulevard next to the club to close 24 hours a day But with a mid-August deal reached by the Secret Service the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and Mar-a-Lago the road reopens when Trump is away for an extended period of time Kristina Webb is a reporter for Palm Beach Daily News You can reach her at kwebb@pbdailynews.com First, kudos to West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James for somehow convincing officials at Palm Beach Atlantic University to revise their campus expansion plans The mayor was quite accurate in describing a proposed 11-story parking garage as a "monstrosity" that would have potentially brought more traffic into an already congested downtown Last month, PBAU officials won permission from city commissioners to build a 25-story tower and the massive garage along South Dixie Highway to boost campus enrollment by 2,000 students contending that the massive garage would be an eyesore and disrupt hope of a pedestrian-friendly downtown The question we're raising, though: Was it worth the loss of the city's building and planning director? Our answer is a resounding 'no,' but resignations like Rick Greene's are prone to happen when a strong mayor turns petulant “He (the mayor) wasn’t happy with a presentation that one of my planners made,” Greene told Palm Beach Post reporter Andrew Marra “He basically gave me the option of letting that employee go or Having a mayor call for the firing of a city staffer over a presentation is petty and beyond the pale The planner had told commissioners that the proposed garage had met city standards which prompted planners to approve the project That wasn't the explanation James had wanted City planners in West Palm Beach may work for the mayor but they aren't obliged to ignore objective recommendations to the city commission because of mayoral whim Editorial: Federal DEI threats are a tough lesson for Palm Beach County schools in part to complete the presentation and to protect his planner The city commission approved the plan in a 4-0 vote The order from James to fire the planner came later West Palm Beach is going through a major growth spurt — from simply being the county seat to its higher "Wall Street South" aspirations The affluence ranking in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach put the area among the fastest growing “wealth hubs” worldwide according to Henley & Partners World’s Wealthiest Cities Report 2025 With that wealth comes major commercial and residential investment that will change the face of West Palm Beach Whether it's the ongoing changes at CityPlace proposals to build high-rise condominiums and office towers along the Intracoastal Waterway the restoration of historic homes in the city's El Cid to the recent rezoning that envisions Broadway Avenue on the city's northside as a grand boulevard the need for credible municipal planning is key Letter: Three strikes and you’re out – unless you’re developing Palm Beach County That can't happen under the leadership of a city leader who's thin-skinned enough to order a department head to fire a city employee who simply but accurately made a presentation during last month's city commission meeting the mayor had expected the planner to emphasize reservations about the garage's size during the meeting before the vote only saying that the project met city standards Greene went to the podium and explained that the staff had tried but failed to get the school to lower the garage height Greene concluded that staff thought the garage had met city standards "He was expecting her to say certain things at the city presentation," Greene told the Post "What she presented wasn't the exact wording that the mayor wanted." Although all city staff ultimately are answerable to the mayor in West Palm Beach unwarranted and resulted in the resignation of a longtime city official whose experience in overseeing the city's growth and large-scale development in the planning and zoning process will be sorely missed credit James with successfully obtaining a concession from the school and maintaining the city's long-term goal in addressing traffic and becoming more pedestrian-friendly he must renew confidence in that process and fill the void at planning and zoning with someone who will insist on objective analysis for projects coming to the commission Finding the right person should be an easy task for a strong mayor Teacher Appreciation Week is here, bringing us an opportunity to reflect on the invaluable contributions educators make to our communities each and every day These individuals are dedicated professionals they are working hard to build better lives for themselves and their loved ones As we recollect the teachers who made a difference in our own lives we must also remember that true appreciation means respect — respect that shows up in the form of fair salaries Florida’s elected leaders often say they value educators the current state of public education tells a different story a critical teacher and staff shortage means the number of qualified teachers and education support staff is shrinking leaving students with less one-on-one attention and fewer resources Students can’t thrive in classrooms where their educators are unsupported — and when we fail to invest in teacher working environments we compromise the success of student learning environments What compounds these issues for students is the very real choice educators must make: stay in a state that values their professions According to the National Education Association’s (NEA) latest teacher pay report Florida has once again ranked 50th in the nation for average teacher salary While teacher salaries rose 3.3% in the 2023-24 school year that increase fails to keep pace with inflation leaving too many educators straining under the burden of a rising cost of living inflation-adjusted teacher pay in Florida has dropped nearly 13 percent The wage gap between teachers and other similarly educated professionals also persists with Florida teachers earning just $0.78 for every dollar compared to their peers according to the Economic Policy Institute the financial strain on educators is reaching a breaking point Forty percent of pre-K-12 teachers are working more than one job just to stay afloat A quarter are struggling to afford groceries and nearly as many face difficulty paying for housing A teacher’s commitment stretches far beyond the classroom forcing many to juggle two or three jobs just to be able to provide for their own families More: Retiring Palm Beach County teacher reflects on cellphones, testing frenzies, tardies and more or forced to leave the profession altogether students lose the stable learning environments they deserve teachers’ working conditions are students’ learning conditions Every worker in Florida deserves a chance to earn enough to keep a roof over their heads afford to see the doctor whenever they need we’re calling on legislators to move beyond empty praise and show educators the respect they’ve earned — through meaningful action That includes addressing salary compression for veteran teachers and investing in neighborhood public schools that are the backbone of our communities It’s time for lawmakers to support our public schools and let teachers teach let’s honor our educators not just with gifts Andrew Spar is president of the Florida Education Association BOCA RATON — Aden Perry was 17 years old when he heroically died trying to save a man from drowning is doing what she can to prevent anything similar from happening again every other child that has lost their life in the water About two years ago, Perry started an initiative to install life rings in waterways to prevent drownings, a move inspired by her son. Through her, the Aden Perry Foundation has since donated close to 500 life rings across South Florida The latest was installed at Boca Raton's South Inlet park May 1 "I didn't invent the life ring," Perry said Delray Beach: City's annual Pride Festival will go on, but officials worried about finances The installation of the life ring buoy station at South Inlet Park comes through a partnership between the Aden Perry Foundation and the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department At the May 1 unveiling, Ocean Rescue personnel performed a mock rescue in the inlet It included a jet-ski deployment with a victim and a rescue swimmer on standby while another guard demonstrated the proper use of the ring buoy station by throwing the life ring to assist the victim can be easily accessed by people of any age 'We're all in this together': Live Spanish translation the star of this 'High School Musical' production from the youngest child to grandma or grandpa can use one of my life rings to save a life," Perry said We install them at a height where they are easily accessible to a child or an adult instructions at the buoy stations encourage people to dial 911 And they state that the rescue rings are for emergency use only "It's important that somebody can grab them and go," Perry said emphasizing the instructions for people to throw the life rings rather than jump into the water themselves "Every second counts in a water emergency." 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First, ‘something’s got to change,’ director says South Inlet Park's buoy station isn't the only one residents in Palm Beach County will see this summer Three more of the stations were recently installed at Ocean Inlet Park in Boynton Beach Phil Foster Park in Riviera Beach and Jupiter Beach Park The initiative supports National Water Safety Month observed annually in May to raise awareness about water safety and drowning prevention Drowning is the primary cause of injury-related deaths in kids between the ages of 1 and 4 but it really means adult supervision at all times in some form," Fox-Levine said Fox-Levine suggests that parents enroll children older than age 1 in swim lessons she recommends a four-sided fence surrounding the pool with an automatic locking gate that should always be closed Fox-Levine also encourages all parents to learn CPR "You could really just Google 'CPR classes,'" she said 'City knew this was wrong': New 8-story Boynton affordable housing complex rankles neighbors was walking her dog with her son the night he died He had jumped into a lake where a driver had just landed "He had a heart to give back and make a difference Perry described Aden as the type of kid who always wanted to help others It's a prestigious honor given by the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission for civilian acts of heroism in the United States and Canada Perry hopes to see her life ring initiative expand far beyond South Florida "I would like to take this anywhere and everywhere that I possibly can," Perry said MIAMI GARDENS — Tom Garfinkel, managing partner of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix is that both sides came to an understanding long before anyone was under the gun to make a commitment Miami wanted F1 for the long haul Oscar Piastri ended up taking the checkered flag in this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix More: You wish you could navigate South Florida traffic like McLaren's Lando Norris | Habib Think about it: It isn’t until next year’s Grand Prix that the two sides will hit the midpoint of their first contract “Securing that long-term extension here kind of tells the world we’re going to be here for a long time and we’re committed to this endeavor,” Garfinkel said hours before the weekend’s sold-out main event “I think having the extension allows us to invest more into the property whether that is potentially the very preliminary discussions right now — whether to have a night race or not.” Before anyone jumps to conclusions on racing after dark “There’s no plans to do that right now.” Maybe not but Garfinkel and his team have done enough homework to know that installing lights would cost in the neighborhood of $15 million to $20 million Garfinkel was orchestrating the weekend with an aching back but race fans should be happy to know everything else about the situation has never seemed healthier whether we’re talking on the track and off race fans care about two things: The first is knowing there will be a race they can attend The second is knowing the race will be worth watching The weekend proved that not only is Item No Last year everyone showed up expecting Max Verstappen to win it added an element of surprise to the F1 series that had long been lacking but you still could make a case for Piastri Lando Norris or Verstappen at any given time That includes the Sprint support race in Miami that managed to cram about 81 laps of drama into an 18-lap dash Piastri took the lead for good in the Grand Prix on Lap 14 of the 57-lap race but there was plenty of side-by-side battling going on as drivers jockeyed behind him That included Ferrari teammates Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc Hamilton did nothing to disguise his unhappiness with the team’s strategy over the radio instructing those on the other end to “have a tea break.” Piastri climbed from his car and celebrated by doing The Griddy the touchdown dance favored by NFL players Piastri was goaded into it after meeting Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson Problem was Piastri didn't anticipate he'd win Square in the middle of the weekend’s action was Kimi Antonelli the 18-year-old who set the track record in Sprint qualifying then proved it was no fluke when he bumped Piastri out of the No 3 slot on the starting grid for the Grand Prix Antonelli was so busy setting firsts this weekend you had to know he’s not going away anytime soon Antonelli will be only 34 when Miami’s extension runs its course That’s still is five years younger than Hamilton spend no time feeling sorry for Verstappen Even though he won the first two runnings of the Miami Grant Prix but finished fourth this go-round he still came away hearing congratulations He and girlfriend Kelly Piquet welcomed their first child together flew to South Florida with little time to get reacquainted with the 19-turn circuit This year’s event included a wrinkle that brought a smile to everyone’s face More than 125 Miami Gardens students attended a Q&A session with drivers then were surprised at the unveiling of life-sized Lego models of actual Formula 1 cars The kids weren’t the only ones acting like kids F1 drivers hopped in the electrically-powered Lego cars and did a parade lap around the circuit at a blistering 20-odd mph Hamilton called it the most fun parade lap they’ve ever had despite “some of the dirtiest driving” by rivals George Russell admitted that Norris was irked at him over a crash in their Legomobiles All for an F1 series that spent most of the 1990s racing anywhere but in the United States You could say things changed after Liberty Media bought F1 in 2016 Not only is Netflix’s “Drive to Survive” series creating a new set of fans but June 27 will see the world premiere of “F1,” starring Brad Pitt and made by filmmakers responsible for “Top Gun: Maverick.” Pitt’s car for the film was on display all weekend at Hard Rock Stadium If there was one aspect of this year’s event that left no one smiling it’s traffic around the stadium moving at about the same pace as Pitt’s car Traffic was exacerbated by lane closures and construction on the adjacent Florida Turnpike Yet another aspect of the event that had a distinct “Miami” feel The Miami Open tennis tournament has been a success Now it’s up to Stephen Ross’ other property — a certain local NFL team — to match the pace the Miami Grand Prix and F1 have set “If we can build a great event around it that’s authentically Miami and unique and different than any other event then hopefully that’s something people say that’s one on the calendar I want to go to every year,’ ” Garfinkel said Every year until 2041, it seems.Dolphins reporter Hal Habib can be reached at  hhabib@pbpost.com. 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Click here to subscribe Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Florida’s Palm Beach has always attracted the glitterati way before President Donald Trump claimed his patch of this luxe locale Railway tycoon Henry Flagler put the town on the map in the late 19th century one of a range of luxury hotels he constructed along the Florida coast for his Gilded Age guests such as the Vanderbilts Mar-a-Lago has been Donald Trump’s primary residence since 2019.Credit: The Mar-A-Lago Club Located on a 29-kilometre long palm-fringed barrier island (confusingly between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic the town of Palm Beach resembles an “inflated” Noosa Heads with less nature but a fancier history The town’s principal star is the Mediterranean Revival architecture: pink- and ochre-tinged mansions with tile roofs particularly along the beautiful main strip an eccentric architect who was usually accompanied by his pet monkey Colourful Mediterranean Revival architecture lines Worth Avenue.Credit: Getty Images The streets are lined with palm trees that loom over convertibles: Aston-Martins Garden-filled courtyards house boutiques including Gucci and cater to visitors and to the town’s 9000 year-round residents (the number swells in winter) as does – for better or worse – president Trump who pale pink mansion was built by wealthy socialite and philanthropist She bequeathed the estate to the US government intending it be used as a diplomatic and presidential retreat the government returned Mar-a-Lago to the Post Foundation Trump converted the building to the Mar-a-Lago Club given Trump’s fondness for using the property as his political hub during his first presidency Mar-a-Lago was dubbed “the second White House” Mar-a-Lago remains off-limits (hint: for the best views The Palm Beach club features a sprawling pool and private beach Despite the town’s glittering aspects and “closed club” reputation And a stay here doesn’t have to bust your bank Visit during “low season” (American summer) when vacancies are higher and prices can be lower but there’s plenty of things to keep you cool whether you laze by a pool or swim at the beach now The Flagler MuseumCredit: Getty Images Driving Tour with Island Living Tours If there’s time for one thing, this is it. Guide Leslie Diver gives you a glimpse of what goes on behind the high hedges: everything from architectural styles to Palm Beach’s local “gossip”. See islandlivingpb.com Pinkies up in the Flagler Museum Relive the gilded age and learn about Palm Beach’s beginnings in Flagler’s original home. Enjoy a tea service in the beautiful Railcar 91 Tea Room. See flaglermuseum.us Walking Tour with Rick Rose Panama hat-wearing Rose explores the hidden alleys (or “vias”) and shopping district of Worth Ave, covering Palm Beach’s history of fashion and its influence on the world, with plenty of social anecdotes thrown in. See rickrosepalmbeach.com Palm Beach Lake Trail and Palm Beaches Stroll or bike along The Lake Trail, a lush path that runs along the intracoastal waterway. Palm Beach and its surrounding areas and towns (north to Jupiter and south to Boca Raton) comprise “The Palm Beaches”. This 60-kilometre or so strip of sand leaves you the pick of towel space. See thepalmbeaches.com Drink at The Colony Built in 1947, this recently refurbished landmark is a whimsical – and very pink and green – experience. Discover your modern-day Gatsby by joining young, hip Instagrammers and regular retirees at Swifty’s for a poolside cocktail. See thecolonypalmbeach.com Dine at The Seafood Bar, The Breakers If you’re not indulging in a room at Flagler’s grand dame, splurge on an oyster or three at The Seafood Bar while admiring the impressive Atlantic views. See thebreakers.com Stay in West Palm Beach Located west of Palm Beach, and connected by several bridges that span the Intracoastal Waterway, West Palm Beach is no longer Palm Beach’s ignored “other half”; it has plenty of trendy accommodation, restaurants and art galleries (don’t miss Norton Museum of Art). See thepalmbeaches.com; norton.org Shop ’til cocktail hour Most shoppers browse the Worth Avenue boutiques and Royal Ponciana Plaza, but don’t miss the many consignment stores for “pre-loved” luxury goods such as Louboutin shoes, Chanel bags and Rolex watches. See theroyalpoincianaplaza.com Qantas flies via Dallas to West Palm Beach, though Miami can be a cheaper option. From here, it’s an easy 1½ hour trip on the Brightline (train) to West Palm Beach. See qantas.com.au; gobrightline.com If you’re on a budget, West Palm Beach has cheaper accommodations. Rates at The Ben, Autograph Collection start at around $536 ($US340). See marriott.com thepalmbeaches.com Sign up for the Traveller Deals newsletter Get exclusive travel deals delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up now Florida\\u2019s Palm Beach has always attracted the glitterati the town of Palm Beach resembles an \\u201Cinflated\\u201D Noosa Heads with less nature but a fancier history The town\\u2019s principal star is the Mediterranean Revival architecture: pink- and ochre-tinged mansions with tile roofs and cater to visitors and to the town\\u2019s 9000 year-round residents (the number swells in winter) as does \\u2013 for better or worse \\u2013 president Trump who given Trump\\u2019s fondness for using the property as his political hub during his first presidency Mar-a-Lago was dubbed \\u201Cthe second White House\\u201D Despite the town\\u2019s glittering aspects and \\u201Cclosed club\\u201D reputation And a stay here doesn\\u2019t have to bust your bank Visit during \\u201Clow season\\u201D (American summer) when vacancies are higher and prices can be lower but there\\u2019s plenty of things to keep you cool Driving Tour with Island Living Tours If there\\u2019s time for one thing Guide Leslie Diver gives you a glimpse of what goes on behind the high hedges: everything from architectural styles to Palm Beach\\u2019s local \\u201Cgossip\\u201D Pinkies up in the Flagler Museum Relive the gilded age and learn about Palm Beach\\u2019s beginnings in Flagler\\u2019s original home Enjoy a tea service in the beautiful Railcar 91 Tea Room Walking Tour with Rick Rose Panama hat-wearing Rose explores the hidden alleys (or \\u201Cvias\\u201D) and shopping district of Worth Ave covering Palm Beach\\u2019s history of fashion and its influence on the world Palm Beach Lake Trail and Palm Beaches Stroll or bike along The Lake Trail a lush path that runs along the intracoastal waterway Palm Beach and its surrounding areas and towns (north to Jupiter and south to Boca Raton) comprise \\u201CThe Palm Beaches\\u201D This 60-kilometre or so strip of sand leaves you the pick of towel space this recently refurbished landmark is a whimsical \\u2013 and very pink and green \\u2013 experience Discover your modern-day Gatsby by joining young hip Instagrammers and regular retirees at Swifty\\u2019s for a poolside cocktail The Breakers If you\\u2019re not indulging in a room at Flagler\\u2019s grand dame splurge on an oyster or three at The Seafood Bar while admiring the impressive Atlantic views Stay in West Palm Beach Located west of Palm Beach and connected by several bridges that span the Intracoastal Waterway West Palm Beach is no longer Palm Beach\\u2019s ignored \\u201Cother half\\u201D; it has plenty of trendy accommodation restaurants and art galleries (don\\u2019t miss Norton Museum of Art) Shop \\u2019til cocktail hour Most shoppers browse the Worth Avenue boutiques and but don\\u2019t miss the many consignment stores for \\u201Cpre-loved\\u201D luxury goods such as Louboutin shoes Qantas flies via Dallas to West Palm Beach it\\u2019s an easy 1\\u00BD hour trip on the Brightline (train) to West Palm Beach West Palm Beach has cheaper accommodations Autograph Collection start at around $536 ($US340) where apartments are now achieving prices that would have seemed unthinkable just five years ago Affectionately known by locals as Tally Creek, this lifeguard-patrolled inlet is one of the Gold Coast’s most beloved family-friendly beaches bay-like waters are ideal for swimming and paddleboarding and there’s even a section of the sand designated as an off-leash dog area Just 600 metres from Villea is Canvas Palm Beach, one of the Gold Coast’s most popular cafés While Palm Beach’s wider lifestyle offerings are a major drawcard, Abadeen has also prioritised on-site convenience Villea will feature a ground-floor retail precinct including a café and several yet-to-be-announced boutique retail tenancies delivering everyday amenity right at residents’ doorstep Families are also showing strong interest in the project, thanks in part to Villea’s close proximity to Palm Beach State School as well as the large floorplans that range in size up to 163 sqm Villea will also feature several resident-only facilities from a resort-style swimming pool to a fully-equipped gym Builder Emicon is soon to top out the eight-level structure which was designed by local architecture firm BDA. 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enclave.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Brisbane-based builder-developer has returned to the development hotspot after a few years of basking in the sell-out success of its nearby nine-storey 39-apartment Sable on Palm project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder the latest scheme designed by Plus Architecture a mix of 42 two-bedroom and 22 three-bedroom apartments would be accommodated across levels 2 to 11 and the tower topped by four three-bedroom penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA trio of double-level three-bedroom townhouses with private outdoor terraces would span the upper ground floor and level 1 fronting the Gold Coast Highway.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to an assessment report by Mewing Planning Consultants the townhouses would “provide product differentiation and choice”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Given the mix of units outdoor deck comprising outdoor seating areas wellness space and a barbecue area.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lower ground level includes an entrance and lobby as well as providing vehicular access to 109 carparking spaces Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook is far from over at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast BPG Developments has filed plans for a 14-storey tower comprising 68 apartments as well as three integrated double-level townhouses It is earmarked for a 1760sq m site at 1053-1055 Gold Coast Highway that backs on to the exclusive beachfront Jefferson Lane enclave Under the latest scheme designed by Plus Architecture a mix of 42 two-bedroom and 22 three-bedroom apartments would be accommodated across levels 2 to 11 and the tower topped by four three-bedroom penthouses A trio of double-level three-bedroom townhouses with private outdoor terraces would span the upper ground floor and level 1 fronting the Gold Coast Highway According to an assessment report by Mewing Planning Consultants the townhouses would “provide product differentiation and choice” the dwellings will attract a range of people and demographics to live within the area,” it said The proposed tower and its material palette have been designed to “reference Queensland’s coastal vernacular” “The proposal provides a high-quality and contemporary architectural design outcome that responds to the continually developing and diverse tower forms within Palm Beach,” the report said The upper ground level oriented to Jefferson Lane also incorporates 454sq m of communal open space area The lower ground level includes an entrance and lobby as well as providing vehicular access to 109 carparking spaces There has been no shortage of proposals for the southern Gold Coast enclave as it leaves its low to midrise past behind That includes Christie Leet’s Sherpa Property Group filing upscaled plans for its Palm Beach site in November of last year after a court ruling deemed increased building heights “the natural order of change” The ruling prompted Sherpa to lodge a new tower scheme five storeys higher than its initial proposal pitched just two months previous In September, Gold Coast developer Tim Gordon and billionaire pub baron Bruce Mathieson revealed plans for a luxury sequel to their $300-million The Mantaray Marina and Residence project nine-storey apartment development on a 2185sq m site fronting the Gold Coast Highway and the exclusive dunal strip of Jefferson Lane—the southern Gold Coast’s millionaires’ row the Town Council addressed a range of important issues As concerns grow over gridlock in the town council members approved new measures aimed at improving traffic flow During its December meeting at Town Hall, the council reviewed 28 traffic mitigation proposals intended to ease congestion on the island and revised timelines for capital projects Other initiatives remain under review or have failed to gain approval He pointed out that although the Coast Guard oversees the bridges into town, Mayor Danielle Moore successfully lobbied to cut bridge openings from twice to once an hour during morning and afternoon rush hours However, the number does not reflect bridge openings triggered by barge traffic to and from Palm Beach County’s Bonefish Cove Project but the meeting and the communications did not stop,” Blouin said Work on the Bonefish Cove Project is expected to continue until August while the closure of South Ocean Boulevard tied to Trump's visits to Palm Beach occur regularly During her state-of-the-town address at the Citizens' Association of Palm Beach's annual meeting in February Moore acknowledged the difficulties South End residents encounter when traveling to the center of town during South Ocean Boulevard closures But she emphasized that the town is taking steps to alleviate traffic on the island, citing efforts by council member Lew Crampton and Council President Bobbie Lindsay to create a parking and traffic program for the town She also highlighted the town’s new Planning and Building Department software that allows for online applications "So anything that decreases traffic in Midtown is a good thing." Other key issues addressed by the council during the winter season included development The council reviewed a number of major development projects brought forward this season, including a substantial renovation and expansion of the Society of the Four Arts, a redevelopment of Palm Beach Synagogue, and the construction of a subterranean parking garage and Family Entertainment Center at The Breakers In January, the council approved a long-planned redevelopment project proposed by Palm Beach Synagogue that would expand and renovate the partially landmarked site at 120 N The vote came after nine hours of discussion and deliberation that included input from design and planning professionals and dozens of residents and synagogue members who spoke in favor of and in opposition to the project In February, council members approved a special exception and site plan for the Four Arts to renovate and expand its Esther B along with some landscaping and signage around the organization's 10-acre Midtown campus At its April meeting, the council approved an updated plan for parking and traffic management at the Four Arts council members granted approvals for The Breakers to replace its 12,136-square-foot two-story Family Entertainment Center with a new 16,675-square-foot and build a large subterranean parking lot and a small surface level lot for a combined 849 parking spaces A final council vote on the project is set for May A scheduled review by the council of plans to replace the Ambassador hotel and an adjacent lakeside building with three five-story ultra-luxe condos were put on hold in April after council members expressed concerns about the condition of the building The structure was later declared safe by the owner's structural engineer and the town The council continues to await word on a potential agreement between Paramount Theatre owner Lester Woerner and the town over the proposed redevelopment of the historic property Attorneys for Woerner's company, WEG Paramount, LLC, and the town remain engaged in discussions to settle their long-running dispute with each side expected to submit a report detailing developments in the case by June 3 Discussions between the two parties began in February, following Woerner’s request to postpone a contested hearing before Judge Francine Ffolkes The dispute between Woerner and the town stems from the town council's July 10, 2024, denial of WEG Paramount's special exception request for a 475-member private club on the property at 139 N A yearlong effort to update the town's Comprehensive Plan ended in February after the council voted unanimously to adopt the document following input from town officials sets the foundation for decisions town leaders and departments will make going forward such as the goals of the town’s coastal protection program and how much traffic can fill island roads before town staff must step in In November, the Town Council voted to approve the draft The Comprehensive Plan was reviewed by the state for 60 days before it was sent back to town staff in January The town rolled out its paid parking system on Worth Avenue and South County Road in October New metered spaces replaced all the spaces — most of them free — on the 100 to 400 blocks of all the streets south of Seaview Avenue to Hammon Avenue controls what a motorist pays and how long the car can stay in a space without penalty Run time and parking session limits are available on the town's website The changes have drawn both praise and criticism In a statement to the Daily News last fall the Worth Avenue Association thanked the town for crafting a plan that took town businesses into consideration though some residents and visitors have complained about the elimination of free parking and the difficulty of using the ParkMobile app Residents who bought the resident parking permits introduced in November 2023 can park for two hours at any metered space at no additional charge UndergroundingThe town's undergrounding project is ongoing $128 million town-wide project will bury all overhead phone and cable television lines across the town All of the project's 15 construction zones are either complete or funded for construction "We're looking at a final completion date of 2027 Water contractThe town continues to explore potential water providers ahead of the Oct expiration of its current agreement with the city of West Palm Beach After reviewing six options provided by environmental consultant Kimley-Horn in 2022 the town narrowed its list to two: continuing the current water-supply contract with the city of West Palm Beach and collaborating on a membrane-technology upgrade at its treatment plant; and contracting with the city of Lake Worth Beach — which does utilize membrane technology — to provide water The current water contract has two possible five-year extension options and Moore said there is "little doubt" the town will need to exercise at least one of them to allow more time for deliberation Jodie Wagner is a journalist at the Palm Beach Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at jwagner@pbdailynews.com Returning to exhibit at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show Palm Beach Motor Yachts will celebrate 30 years of yachting excellence with owners and loyal followers of the brand This edition will be Palm Beach Motor Yachts’ 26th appearance at SCIBS Mark Richards describes as “a hugely important show on our calendar” “Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is one of my favourite boat shows for its location And this year will be even more special as we celebrate our 30th anniversary with the Palm Beach Motor Yachts’ family and friends.” “Attendance at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is imperative for showcasing our latest innovations and extensive model range of Palm Beach Motor Yachts “We are thrilled to promote our Factory-Direct Sales and Service Facility and we have so many exciting things to share – new models factory facilities and customer experiences I’m looking forward to seeing all our owners friends and visitors at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show to celebrate this milestone year.” Palm Beach Motor Yachts are proud to confirm they will present two models at SCIBS 2025 – the award-winning Palm Beach 50 and the popular Palm Beach 65 The 36th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) will showcase more than 300 vessels Visitors will have the opportunity to step aboard the Palm Beach 50 and Palm Beach 65 during the show and speak with Palm Beach Motor Yachts factory-direct representatives hailed as the quintessential Palm Beach model and beneath its traditional appearance lies a cutting-edge machine Flybridge and Jet Drive model configurations the PB50 combines head-turning appearance with high performance for luxurious sojourns at sea The Palm Beach 65 offers timeless beauty with industry-leading fuel efficiency and performance The culmination of a relentless pursuit of excellence the Palm Beach 65 boasts a luxurious and spacious interior designed to the highest standards and is ideal for serious yachtsmen who value performance and customisation But what is rare for a boat this size is the number of layout options it offers both on the main deck and the accommodations level Designed by Mark Richards and his expert team the Palm Beach range is built using Palm Beach Motor Yachts’ proprietary V-Warp® Technology which delivers class-leading fuel efficiency and performance Palm Beach Motor Yachts are proudly celebrating 30 years of designing and building luxury custom motor yachts for customers around the world Palm Beach Motor Yachts has not only built a portfolio of beautiful motor yachts ranging in size from 32 feet to 107 feet but has also fostered a global community of discerning enthusiasts and lifelong friends As a reflection on the brand’s humble beginnings and the remarkable journey of building a prestigious global brand over the past 30 years Mark Richards has a clear directive to significantly invest in their customer service facilities and network to further enhance the overall experience for all their loyal customers This exciting next chapter for Palm Beach Motor Yachts also places significant emphasis on their commitment to sustainability dramatically reducing CO2 emissions by fully utilising their ocean racing-inspired proprietary V-Warp® Technology “We are committed to helping to lead the way toward a more fuel-efficient future ensuring that our yachts and sustainability are well aligned,” says Richards Visitors attending the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show have the opportunity to prebook an exclusive tour onboard these impressive Palm Beach Motor Yachts with one of the Palm Beach Motor Yachts factory-direct representatives Find out all about the current and new models at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show https://www.palmbeachmotoryachts.com/events/sanctuary-cove-international-boat-show Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" celebrities of all kinds will flock to New York City on Monday for the biggest night in fashion: the Met Gala Will Boca Raton, Florida, native Ariana Grande make an appearance so here's when the red carpet will roll out which celebrities you can expect to see and how much ticket prices are (hint: not cheap) "The Met Gala is a charity event and fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute," according to Vogue "It has traditionally been timed to mark the opening of the department’s annual fashion exhibition stream onlineThe annual Met Gala is held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and takes place on Monday Vogue is livestreaming the event on YouTube and across its various digital platforms You can also watch the E! live red-carpet special starting at 6 p.m Watch Met Gala 2025 on Peacock The 2025 Met Gala red carpet starts at about 4:30 p.m., according to Vogue.l What's the Met Gala theme for 2025?This year's theme aligns with the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute's spring exhibit, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." The celebrities acting as co-chairs for the 2025 Met Gala are alongside Anna Wintour are: The Met Gala is one of fashion's biggest nights with the event's star-studded guest list consisting of singers athletes and media personalities approved by Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour The guest list is not revealed to the public, however, fans can expect to see musical icons Madonna and Stevie Wonder, comedian Chris Rock and late night host Jimmy Fallon, "Denial is a river" singer Doechii and more, sources told Page Six Is 'Wicked' star Ariana Grande attending the Met Gala?It is not officially known if the "Wicked" star will attend the Met Gala this year, although Marie Claire Australia seems to think so The magazine listed Ariana Grande's invite status as "RSVP: Confirmed," alongside pop stars Rosé and Tyla attended and performed at the event last year The theme was "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion." Not only does Anna Wintour approve the exclusive guest list each year but an invitation is not the only thing you need to attend the event Individual tickets for the 2025 Met Gala cost $75,000, while tables for ten people start at $350,000, the Business Insider reports vehicles and technology have been in the spotlight this season for Palm Beach Fire-Rescue A major renovation and rehabilitation of Palm Beach's North Fire Station at 300 N. County Road was completed paving the way for crews to fully move in and begin using the facility this spring The $17 million renovation took nearly three years and crews operated out of a temporary station throughout the work we've been able to have everybody under one roof again here at North Fire," said Assistant Fire Chief Joe Sekula Having the crews and vehicles in permanent quarters has been a relief noting that there were space constraints for both people and equipment and the vehicles were more vulnerable to the effects of the outdoors and salty sea air and upgrades were included in that process The new firehouse has a Plymovent air-handling system that removes vehicle exhaust from the bays The bay doors also were improved to open horizontally instead of rising up like residential garage doors — a process that made it take much longer for trucks to leave the station because the solid wood doors were so heavy "The great thing about the station has been that while we have reinforced and redone the station to bring it up to modern standards we also pride ourselves in that we've been able to preserve the history of the station as well," he said "We didn't want to totally bring it back and not harness some of that history." Some of those modern improvements can be seen in the living space where crews spend a significant amount of time The changes range from the functional — a state-of-the-art kitchen and dining room — to the more aesthetic: there are places where the original brick walls are exposed "It's a constant use over and over and over." A new alert system in the station provides more detail and a more visual new timer boards tell crews how long it takes them to get out the door "We measure everything in seconds," Sekula said Speaking of seconds — Sekula said the department has launched several systems using new-to-the-island technology to help keep response times low amid the issues with traffic in Palm Beach Fire-Rescue crews are able to control traffic signals so that they change in favor of emergency vehicles The department at the beginning of the season began using a new system called HAAS Alert which notifies compatible vehicle infotainment systems and navigation apps — vehicles made by Chrysler and people who use Apple Maps or Waze — that an emergency vehicle is approaching "We deployed that as a trial on one unit of our engines and it's worked so well that we've decided that we're going to add this to all of our units," Sekula said Both tools allow Fire-Rescue crews to respond quickly Also new this season: A quick response vehicle that can be used to quickly navigate to medical calls when traffic is backed up Sekula said it can take a small crew to a call make contact with a patient and even carry a person on a stretcher back to a waiting emergency vehicle for more treatment or to go to a hospital That's in addition to a state-of-the-art emergency response vehicle worth $75,000 donated to the town by the Trump Organization this spring The gift of the EMS Paramedic Responder vehicle was made through the Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation Capping off a busy season of training and recertifications Palm Beach's Fire-Rescue formed its first competition RIT After their first competition earlier this year the team is set to compete again in a statewide event at Palm Beach State College "They did very well for their first outing and they were very well-respected for what they did in being in their first competition," he said The department made great progress this season on its automated external defibrillator to be able to have that many registered AEDs It's part of a larger initiative with Fire-Rescue working with the Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation's Safeguard Palm Beach division to place 500 defibrillators throughout town Safeguard Palm Beach delivers the defibrillators and Fire-Rescue staff then train the residents or business owners how to use the devices to treat people who experience sudden cardiac arrest The town started with places defibrillators in homes "The goal is to be the safest community around," he said we want there to be an AED close by that can be used." Kristina Webb is a reporter for Palm Beach Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at kwebb@pbdailynews.com. Subscribe today to support our journalism These are people from across the spectrum of public and private endeavors advancing their careers and standing out for their services within our community Here are this week's professional standouts: Boynton Financial Group recently welcomed certified financial planner Kevin Wedgworth to their team Wedgeworth brings 20 years of experience in the financial services industry including the past 12 years with Morgan Stanley in Belle Glade He holds an MBA from Florida Atlantic University and is known for his client-focused approach to financial planning and wealth management The center recently appointed Donald Gulbrandsen Matt Rubel and Tom Zacharias as new members of the board The Gulbrandsen organization is a group of specialty chemical manufacturing companies with products sold domestically and in approximately 45 other countries Hutchinson has established himself as a skilled attorney in government affairs and complex litigation at his firm and an active philanthropist throughout Palm Beach County Jupiter resident Oh is a commercial real estate owner and developer in the Northeast and Florida and co-founder of Accel Ridder Johnstone is a managing attorney at NextEra Energy with almost 20 years of experience providing general counsel and commercial legal advice Rubel is an American entrepreneur and investor chief executive officer and president of Collective Brands — the leading lifestyle and footwear company based in the US Zacharias has four decades of real estate investment and development experience The addition of the esteemed trustees comes at a pivotal time in center's multi million expansion that will double in size of the indoor/outdoor campus and grow the aquarium from 10,000 gallons to 130,000 gallons The nonprofit organization that is committed to safeguarding manatees in Florida’s coastal areas is pleased to announce Thomas Quealy will serve on its board of directors Friends of Manatee Lagoon is dedicated to protecting manatees and restoring and protecting their aquatic habitat They raise funds to educate the community about manatees engage in marine life conservation efforts and protect the critically important seagrass Criminal defense firm opening offices in West Palm Beach StuartRenowned criminal defense attorney and former Florida Bar President Michelle Suskauer is expanding her distinguished legal practice with the launch of new offices in West Palm Beach This strategic expansion reflects Suskauer’s reputation as one of Florida’s top criminal defense attorneys and a trusted advocate for clients facing high-stakes legal challenges Suskauer began her legal career as a public defender in West Palm Beach where she handled thousands of criminal cases on behalf of the indigent in Palm Beach County Real estate firm bolsters sales team with additionThe Ocean Club Bahamas is pleased to announce the addition of Premier Estate Properties’ broker associate Rick Moeser to its sales team Spearheaded by U.S.-based real estate development firms Two Roads Development and Access Real Estate Bahamas achieved over $100 million in pre-groundbreaking sales in 2024 Moeser currently focuses on dynamic markets such as Palm Beach has been named partner and vice president of Simmons & White a comprehensive civil and traffic engineering firm established in West Palm Beach in 1982 Kelley specializes in traffic engineering mitigation for public and private sector clients and holds a professional engineering license in Florida A 2007 alumnus of The University of Florida he has been with the firm for over 13 years Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today Local car enthusiasts came out in droves to the South Florida Fairgrounds vying for their dream car during the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction During the event that ran from April 24-26 613 vehicles and hundreds of pieces of vintage automobile memorabilia or “automobilia,” were sold for combined total of $40 million Vehicles for sale included a 2006 MTI 40 R/P catamaran speedboat that was featured in the 2006 Michael Mann film “Miami Vice," and a recreation of the "Ectomobile" from the 1984 film "Ghostbusters." “What Barrett-Jackson brings to the collector car hobby is absolute magic,” said Steve Davis The auction also saw six luxury vehicles selling for a total of $992,000 to benefit a range of local and national charities “Throughout the weekend we celebrated incredible moments and hosted celebrities from across the sports entertainment and business communities,” Barrett-Jackson chairman and CEO Craig Jackson said in a statement we rallied the collector car community to raise $992,000 for a variety of charitable organizations.”  Those charity vehicles included a 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty pickup customized by RealTrucks and NBA Hall-of-Fame player Dwayne Wade The money will benefit the Social Change Fund United an organization co-created by Wade that works to aid marginalized communities by championing equity in entrepreneurship A 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 sold for $110,000 to benefit Hannah’s Home of South Florida Jerome Bettis’ 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible VIN 001 sold for $200,000 to benefit the Jerome Bettis Bus Stops Here Foundation A 1965 Superformance MKIII Custom Roadster sold for $110,000 to benefit Breakthrough T1D A 1994 Dodge Viper RT/10 Convertible sold for $87,000 to benefit the Florida Highway Patrol Advisory Council Celebrities in attendance for this year’s event included Henry Ford’s great-grandson Edsel Ford II former British racing car driver David Hobbs reality TV star and motorcycle designer Paul Teutul Jr of "American Chopper" fame and former NFL running back Jerome Bettis The vehicles that earned the 10 highest bids during the 2025 Palm Beach Auction were:  Diego Diaz Lasa is a journalist at the Palm Beach Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at dlasa@pbdailynews.com. Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe Rich Lister Robin Khuda has won a long battle with the wealthy residents of exclusive Palm Beach on Sydney’s northern beaches securing approval to develop a series of luxury apartments worth tens of millions of dollars on the site of a former fish and chips shop SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. Follow the topics, people and companies that matter to you. Thanks to the influence of Henry Flagler, Palm Beach has over the decades carved for itself a reputation as the place to be during high society's winter season But one high-profile year-round resident has put the island in the center of the spotlight of local national and international news for a second time With his Nov. 5 win, President Donald Trump has brought the eyes of the world back to Palm Beach — with all of the traffic attention and visitors that recognition includes Here's a look at the 2024-2025 season in Palm Beach as Trump occupies the White House for a second term How often has Trump visited Palm Beach this season?Trump lovingly refers to Mar-a-Lago as his Winter White House — and this season he truly made the 17-acre historic property his home away from the White House in Washington kicked off a marathon stay by Trump at Mar-a-Lago 4 ahead of Election Day — his polling place is the Morton and Barbara Mandel Recreation Center where he and First Lady Melania Trump voted on Nov Trump returned to Palm Beach for 10 weekends spending all or part of 35 days at Mar-a-Lago announced that he ordered airstrikes in Somalia and declared new tariffs on items imported from Canada During his visits, Trump has traveled to both of his Palm Beach County golf courses — primarily Trump International Golf Club. He went to Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter the weekend of April 5-6 which is when that club had its senior championship Before Trump's inauguration, people close to him and town officials had said they expected the president to visit Mar-a-Lago more frequently than he did during his first term in office Mar-a-Lago is Trump's primary residence: He and the First Lady filed declaration of domicile forms in Palm Beach County in 2019 to officially mark their move from New York to Florida Accompanying Trump on several of his visits were billionaire Elon Musk and his son Musk has played a key role in the early months of Trump's second term as the tech titan led the budget-slashing team of the new Department of Government Efficiency further complicating an already challenging situation with traffic on the island when Trump and two other people were injured and another person was killed during an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania Secret Service directed the indefinite closure of South Ocean Boulevard next to Mar-a-Lago — essentially cutting the island in half by shutting down the road between the Southern Boulevard traffic circle and South County Road Mar-a-Lago and Florida Department of Transportation announced they reached an agreement to reopen South Ocean Boulevard when Trump is not home which kicked off a stay of more than two months Residents returning to Palm Beach for the season from September through November were met with a frustrating traffic quagmire that slowed down nearly everything on the island "It shouldn't take me an hour to get to Royal Palm Way," one South End resident told the Daily News in January "I feel disconnected from the rest of town Police and Fire-Rescue officials have said the implementation of new technology — advanced alerts new radios and traffic-signal controls — before and during the season helped to keep response times the same or lower than before the road closure Town officials were inundated with concerns about traffic and they have worked throughout the season to mitigate the effects of the road closure on a barrier island already trying to deal with the effects of growth Drivers seem to have adapted to the situation throughout the season the island could see more traffic into next season it’ll be an opportunity for us to refresh and remind everyone how to handle traffic in town and to look for even more creative solutions,” he said Known as ‘Swell’, the 992 square metre offering has two street frontages, making it an ideal as a holiday letting. The property, 12 Ocean Road, Palm Beach, last changed hands in 2014 and has since been reimagined. “’Swell’ stands in a dress-circle location directly opposite the beach and consists of a luxury two-level exquisitely designed beachfront home, a privately set wet-edge pool, pool terrace, entertaining space, gym and an architecturally designed fully self-contained one-bedroom residence,” the listing says. The second dwelling, known as ‘High Swell’, is accessed via Sunrise Road and is an architect-designed fully self contained residence. ‘High Swell’ has its down open plan kitchen, dining and living area, as well as a separate bedroom with en suite and robes and its own large entertaining area with barbecue facilities. Walls of glass have been used both in the main house and separate residence to make the most of the panoramic ocean and beach views. Palm Beach: Where seaside property doesn't come cheap InStyle Australia editor-in-chief, Justine Cullen, lists Palm Beach property for sale Stunning Palm Beach home with view over Whale Beach for sale with price guide of $10.5 million “Defined by a sleek design bringing the outdoors and ocean in, the palatial main residence boasts an impressive layout with multiple guest suites, beautiful master bedroom, expansive main living area and an exceptional level of quality and innovation,” the listing says.  “Multiple living zones provide ideal child/adult separation and state-of-the-art appointments are ensconced throughout.” High-end finishes throughout both homes include European appliances, Corian bench top and Calcutta marble kitchens, limestone floors, fully integrated Sonos speaker system, automated blinds, curtains and lighting, and underfloor heating and air-conditioning. There are also multiple outdoor entertaining areas and a sparkling pool overlooking Palm beach as well as a gym or guest quarters, double garage and inclinator. A price guide of $28 million has been set for the property. One of the Gold Coast’s most picturesque locations now offers a unique opportunity to secure a luxury residence with prices starting from under $1 million and construction already underway Villea developed by Abadeen and located in Palm Beach presents a selection of two- and three-bedroom with prices starting at $995,000 and an on-site display suite open for appointment featuring a residents-only amenity area on level one and a beautiful pool,” says Nick Clydsdale “What sets this apart from other Palm Beach residences is the mixed-use design with a really nice retail component on the ground floor.”  Palm Beach is renowned for its golden sands and ample amenity for people at all stages of life Villea Palm Beach offers savvy buyers the best of both amenity and location PropTrack data reveals the median unit price over the past 12 months was $1,030,000 “Palm Beach is a very desirable place to live It’s bookended by two of the most beautiful natural landmarks on the Gold Coast You get to enjoy some of the most well-known local landmarks right at your doorstep,” says Clydsdale He points out that Palm Beach is quickly becoming a standalone name on the Gold Coast “It’s a strong draw for buyers who want to enjoy the sought-after coastal lifestyle and surroundings without the high price tag of Burleigh Heads or the busy east side of the highway,” he says residents can sit back and enjoy the coastal lifestyle Villea is designed to provide a perfect balance of luxury and comfort it is positioned on a quieter street rather than along the often-busy Palm Beach highway two- and three-bedroom apartments designed specifically to take advantage of the views you've got a spectacular view along the crest of Burleigh Headland and then south down towards Currumbin,” says Clydsdale air conditioning and high quality window glazing “The design by architects BDA beautifully reflects the coastal character and charm of Palm Beach,” he says The homes take in the spectacular vista of Palm Beach's natural surrounds residents at Villea can opt to make the most of the resort-style pool located on level one outdoor dining spaces to entertain your guests Villea's resort-style amenities like the large pool are a perfect complement to the nearby beach He says the developers are in talks with providers for the ground floor retail offering “A lot of people are looking to upgrade from their property or downsize into this building because they love the community but they love the Palm Beach ‘village feel’.”   there are countless opportunities to go on nature walks or cycle along the sparkling waterways There are also plenty of parks for fitness and family recreation as well as the chance to get into water activities such as paddleboarding and boating “The local surf community is one of the best in the area,” adds Clydsdale Nearby shopping and retail options mean everything is at buyers' fingertips For buyers who are attracted to the Palm Beach lifestyle living the dream doesn’t have to be far away Construction of Villea is already underway and should be move-in ready by the fourth quarter of 2025 “We have a dozen two-bedroom apartments with two carparks “The top-floor three-bedroom apartments are just spectacular products; they’re spacious with buyers confident in Abadeen’s proven track record on Sydney’s North Shore and in Melbourne “We’re expecting to get even more interest locally and from Melbourne and Sydney for people looking for the perfect mix of a cosmopolitan and beach lifestyle go to the pool; it’s a really good feeling.”  From international DJ decks to development dreams, Paul Fisher — aka DJ Fisher — has made his biggest drop yet: Pescado, a jaw-dropping $50 million boutique development landing smack bang in Palm Beach. Teaming up with his wife Chloe, the power couple has launched YLB Property Developments and let’s just say their debut is anything but subtle A post shared by FISHER (@followthefishtv) Pescado will serve up just seven ultra-luxe residences each dripping in effortless elegance and coastal cool and yep — it’s already turning heads The Fishers have poured their global experiences and Gold Coast roots into every inch of the project They’ll be calling the two-level penthouse home (obviously) while the rest of the building channels that same curated vibe: think wave-like architecture And while most projects are still shuffling through paperwork at this stage With respected local builder HNKN already locked in and approvals ready to roll construction is officially fast-tracked — no waiting it’s already shaping up to be one of the Gold Coast’s most exciting launches this year Whether you know him for his beats or just love a boujee beachfront moment Fisher’s proving he’s got more than music in his toolkit By entering my email I agree to the STYLE Privacy Policy (we won't share your data & you can unsubscribe at anytime) Canadian financier Steven K. Hudson has sold — for a recorded $16.5 million — the luxury townhouse he had owned since September 2023 on Brazilian Avenue in Midtown Palm Beach Crystal Crosby Lahners bought the four-bedroom townhome at 220 Brazilian Ave. near the Town Hall historic district Lahners made the purchase as trustee of a revocable trust in her name The townhouse transaction is the biggest-dollar sale to close for a Palm Beach townhouse during the season that began Oct the townhome has 5,435 square feet of living space and shares a wall with an identical unit next door the duplex stands on a lot measuring about four-tenths of an acre and is the second property west of South County Road Hudson bought the townhouse for a recorded $14.35 million from a limited liability company controlled by private-equity specialist David Malm bought it new for $12 million in January 2023 a Toronto-headquartered company that provides “prime credit portfolios” to more than 90 U.S He has bought and sold other real estate in Palm Beach He had the house homesteaded as his primary residence in the latest Palm Beach County tax rolls With ties to the Sarasota area, Lahners was married for 21 years to the late Dr. William J. Lahners, an eye surgeon who died in December 2021, his obituary shows. He was a partner and medical director of Center for Sight, which has five locations in Sarasota and its vicinity, according to company's website He also was an assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at the University of South Florida and a principal investigator in several FDA trials The Center for Sight changed hands in 2019 Crystal Lahners owns no other properties in her name in Palm Beach County a Sarasota estate she completed last year on Siesta Key for $31.5 million which is reportedly the most expensive residential property on the market in Sarasota County The listing agent for the Palm Beach townhouse was Chris Leavitt of Douglas Elliman Real Estate who put the townhouse on the market in October with an asking price of $16.875 million The service shows he landed the property under contract about three weeks later Leavitt declined to discuss the transaction and his client could not be reached for comment Agent Ashley Copeland of Brown Harris Stevens handled the buyer's side of the sale She and Lahners also declined to discuss the sale a summer kitchen and a private pool with a whirlpool spa Both townhouses in the gated development have private two-car garages The interiors feature hardwood and shell-stone floors and a custom-outfitted Downsview kitchen with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances a floating staircase leads to second floor where the primary suite has two bathrooms and a terrace The upper level also has three guest suites with en-suite bathrooms Architect Patrick Ryan O'Connell designed the two townhouses, which were built by billionaire real estate investor Richard J. Kurtz a longtime resident who heads The Kamson Corp. The company manages about 15,000 multi-family buildings in the Northeast and Florida Seller Hudson is no stranger to townhouses in Palm Beach. In early 2023, he sold, for $26.66 million, a new oceanfront townhouse in a quadplex at 466 S He had owned that townhouse for about six months having bought it for a recorded $25.58 million from its developer While bird flu has been around for decades, the discovery in 2024 that the deadly pathogen spread from a wild bird to a cow came as a surprise to virus watchers, according to news officials the virus has ravaged America's dairy herds The Global Virus Network (GVN) has issued warning to world governments to address the threat of the H5N1 outbreak by improving surveillance and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission "Understanding the current landscape of H5N1 infections is critical for effective prevention and response," said Sten H. Vermund, MD, PhD, chief medical officer of the GVN "The virus' ability to infect both animals and humans underscores the importance of proactive surveillance and rapid response measures." the new virus outbreak has affected nearly 1000 dairy cow herds resulted in more than 70 human cases and one confirmed death in the U.S and has caused the loss or culling of more than 168 million poultry since 2022 “In the U.S. sporadic human infections with no known contact with infected animals highlight the possibility of viral adaptation for efficient human-to-human transmission,” GVN scientists said in a report the virus continues to circulate in wild birds further amplifying the risk to humans and domestic animals.” In a CBS news interview with Veterinarian Dr she warned that time to stop the bird flu is 'running out' She said while it's not clear how the virus was spreading from cow to cow 'milking equipment is a prime suspect' and workers in milking parlors have also fallen sick with flu-like symptoms Infectious disease physician Dr. Kamran Khan said in the same interview was among the first to flag the virus in China that became the COVID pandemic He said 'the bird flu is just as concerning' and explained how fast the virus has spread among dairy cattle What is H5N1?H5N1 is a specific strain of influenza A virus The avian flu is a highly contagious respiratory disease that primarily affects birds including mammals like dairy cows and humans Symptoms can be mild to severe and in some cases The symptoms of H5N1 infection may include fever (often high fever, over 100.4 degrees) and malaise, cough, sore throat, and muscle aches. Other early symptoms may include conjunctivitis and other non-respiratory symptoms. The infection may progress quickly to severe respiratory illness, pneumonia and neurologic changes (altered mental status or seizures), according to the World Health Organization Get exclusive travel deals delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up now The Kentucky Derby is coming to Palm Beach The Worth Avenue Association will have its annual Derby party from 1 to 5 p.m “This celebration brings together everything that makes Worth Avenue special — style hospitality and community,” said Frank Steinhart Guests will be able to shop at participating retailers along Worth Avenue and take part in experiences that immerse them in the Derby atmosphere That includes a floral bar for people to customize their hats with fresh flowers Some stores also will have single-day pop-ups and serve refreshments registered participants will be welcomed with a cocktail reception Pizza Al Fresco will serve food and cocktails A live fashion show and hat contest featuring distinctive Derby-style hats and clothing begins in the via at 5 p.m. Categories for the headwear competition include best-dressed guest most creative hat and classic Derby elegance Tickets for the event are $35 per person and pre-registration is required at worth-avenue.com The post time for the 151st Kentucky Derby is 7:02 p.m May 3 at the historic Churchill Downs in Louisville Kristina Webb is a reporter for Palm Beach Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. 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