WEST PALM BEACH — Walking down the aisle under fluorescent lights in a sterile hospital room wearing wires to monitor her vitals wasn't what Meghan Fretenborough imagined when she pictured her wedding day But the day she married her high school sweetheart Gerald Garcia weeks before he expects a military deployment turned out to be everything she ever wanted Her bouquet of white and blue roses complemented her white dress covered in a blue floral print and she was surrounded by people she loves “I’ve had a lot of nerves … (but) I am very happy who planned the wedding in all of one week “This turned out to be a whole little service.” Love story: West Palm couple in their 100s closing in on U.S. record for longest marriage Fretenborough’s wedding was forced inside the walls of Room 470 at Good Samaritan when the West Palm Beach hospital admitted her two weeks ago after doctors diagnosed her with aplastic anemia a rare blood disorder that can be life-threatening where the bone marrow cannot produce enough blood cells She hasn’t been allowed to leave the hospital since because she is under close observation a hematologist and oncologist at Good Samaritan said she might be released in a couple of weeks Inspiration: A Jupiter after-school center kept going after its beloved founder died. Thank her nephew. High school sweethearts didn't let blood disorder delay their dayThe diagnosis came as a shock and threw her life into perspective She didn’t let it stop her from marrying Garcia the two scheduled to wed at the Palm Beach County Courthouse on April 28 but moved the location a mile to the northeast They wanted to marry before he gets deployed “I want my family to stick together,” said Garcia I’ve always thought we were always married.” The couple met more than 12 years ago at Boynton Beach High School and have been inseparable ever since who sprinkled blue petals on the floor as the flower girl who ran into his mom’s arms after the service Valentine's Day in Palm Beach County: Newlyweds share their secrets to keeping love alive A team of about 10 nurses helped plan the wedding One baked a two-tiered vanilla and chocolate wedding cake others set up blue-and-white decorations and another posted on a “Wellington Moms” Facebook group asking for people to donate to the wedding wedding photographer and a plate of freshly baked donuts spelling out “MR” and “MRS” 'All in this together': Live Spanish translation the star of this 'High School Musical' performance “This wouldn't have happened without them and they kept me calm for the whole thing,” Fretenborough said to be able to have support from them and see the donations welled up with tears outside of the hospital room as she waited for guests to arrive She envisioned her son getting married somewhere outside with trees and sunshine The sunny view outside the hospital window reminded her of that but I am so happy and excited that they have come to this,” said Burbano Maya Washburn covers northern Palm Beach County for The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida-Network. 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Support local journalism: Subscribe today Barbara Roth will serve another one-year term as president of the Coalition of Boynton West Residential Associations one of Palm Beach County's more influential neighborhood organizations was sworn into office by County Clerk Joe Abruzzo and County Commissioner Gregg Weiss during an installation meeting on April 23 at Valencia Shores a COBWRA member community west of Lake Worth Beach COBWRA’s membership consists of 106 communities that have a population of more than 100,000 residents Its members are in a 55-mile square area bordered on the east by Boynton Beach on the west by Loxahatchee Wildlife Refuge on the south by Flavor Pict Road and on the north by Lantana Road 'There is no way this will work': Why county extended deadline for administrator applicants Outgoing Palm Beach County Administrator Verdenia Baker was honored during the meeting with a special presentation for her service to the county Baker has worked for the county for the past 38 years monitors development projects and policies that affect its member communities County commissioners and local governments give weight to COBWRA policy positions Housing: Landholder wants to build 856 residences on preserved area; critics fear setting precedent Roth said COBWRA will continue to oppose annexation of COBWRA communities The City of Boynton Beach is exploring the possibility of annexing scores of communities to its west and it may be able to do it without public hearings or holding referendums The city claims that some of the homeowner associations agreed when their communities were developed more than 30 years ago to allow for annexation in exchange for contracting with the city to use its water supply More: Boynton wants to annex 38 communities west of Military Trail; critics call it 'power grab' The communities affected have said they strongly oppose annexation as the city’s tax rate is much higher than that of the county planners and county staff to control density along Lyons Road and west Boynton Beach Boulevard One of the concerns of COBWRA is the impact of development projects on traffic Roth said COBWRA plans to advocate for legislation that protects and enhances the quality of life for its member associations The group is already planning a gala next year to mark its 45th anniversary COBWRA has been accused of opposing growth but it says it supports smart growth that fits in with the characteristics of COBWRA communities Much of the growth has occurred in the Ag Reserve a 22,000-acre zone that is mostly west of the turnpike and west of Boynton Beach The county's zoning code limits density there and protects farming operations; critics claim too much development has occurred in there Other officers installed at the recent COBWRA meeting include Debbie Murphy was found guilty on multiple counts of financial fraud She was adjudicated guilty on all charges following a two-hour hearing on Wednesday Murielle Joseph the judge ordered Joseph to serve 10 years of probation and pay restitution to the victims The judge said the 60-month sentence is to keep her from working in the care industry until the probation is completed Joseph was working as a supervisor at a group home in Boynton Beach from 2020 to 2021 when she allegedly stole upwards of $23,000 from five mentally disabled adults Her defense claimed that while she did take some of the money presented evidence that Joseph messaged a friend admitting she deliberately took the money to pay for cosmetic items and expensive electronics like Apple Watches Joseph is not to have any contact with the victims — Summer break is approaching quickly—what better way to celebrate early than with all of your favorite local bites and wines The city of Boynton Beach is hosting its second annual food and wine festival this Saturday Local fan favorite restaurants such as Agliolio NOBO Brewing Company and Munyon Island Spirits Company are among the 20+ vendors scheduled to be at the event Attendees can expect a sip tent — serving wine beer and craft cocktails — a live entertainment stage a demo tent with live cooking demonstrations All ticket holders will be entered to win a Caribbean vacation giveaway and vote for the "Best Bite" and "Best Sip" of the event Tickets are $50 in advance or $75 at the door the city of Boynton Beach is offering complimentary shuttle pickups from multiple locations to help guests with their arrival Please Note: Only attendees 21 and older will be allowed in the food & beverage sampling area and will require a valid ID for wristband access. Children will be welcome in general event areas such as the arcade Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions Search autocomplete is currently not responding REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR: CHAPEL HILL DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT RFQ No The Evaluation Committee for the above-noted RFQ will meet in the City Hall Room 115 on the date and time noted below to discuss and rank as part of the evaluation and.. The Evaluation Committee for the UTL25-005 Pre-Qualification of Contractors for Utility Minor Construction Services will meet in City Hall Room 115 on the date and time noted below to have additional discussions on firms determined to be compliant and to .. There have been important updates to the City of Boynton Beach code of ordinances that may affect your property In an effort to keep residents and property owners informed 2100 North Florida Mango Road West Palm Beach Telephone: 561-889-4577 Toll Free Fax: 866.769.0678 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH POLICE OFFICERS’ PENSI.. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR: PRE-QUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR UTILITY MINOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES The Evaluation Committee for the above-note.. 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Do you know what to do if you have a water service line or sewer septic line breakdown on your property The city has partnered with Service Line Warranties a company offering protection plans to Boynton Beach residents for water service line The Boynton Beach Solid Waste Division is offering a vegetation amnesty week from December 9 - 13 during which the city will allow residents unlimited Vegetation must be placed at the curb the day before residents regularly sched.. People impacted by drunk and impaired drivers will gather Wednesday at the 4th annual DUI Victim Remembrance Memorial in Boynton Beach In partnership with Palm Beach County’s Department of Public Safety Victim Services Division Representing all five branches of the United States military 18 veterans will successfully complete the PGA HOPE program today at the Links of Boynton Beach golf course In partnership with Palm Beach County’s Department of Public Safety Victim Services Division CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH Read on... 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Ocean AvenueBoynton Beach, FL 33435Phone: 561-742-6000Contact City MIAMI – Daniel O’neill was among the suspects caught during an undercover human trafficking operation involving Miami police officers and Homeland Security Investigations agents Leer en español According to an arrest report that police officers signed on Thursday was fooled into thinking that he had connected with a mother who was prostituting her daughters the investigators identified the minors in the advertisements as being 12 years old and 14 years old,” a police officer wrote “chose” the 14-year-old girl after he allegedly responded to an online ad on Wednesday by using his Palm Beach County area code phone number O’neill met with an undercover officer posing as the victim’s mother at a hotel in Miami’s Flagami neighborhood and used CashApp to pay $100 for 15 minutes of oral sex with the teen Records show police officers arrested Oneill at about 9 p.m. and the Miami-Dade County State Attorney’s Office human trafficking task force had the case According to a Linkedin account with O’neill’s identity the associate personal banker based out of Boynton Beach “likes to spend time his free time with his family and volunteer in charitable events for the community.” A Facebook account with O’neill’s identity listed him as a former student at Florida Atlantic University O’neill faced charges of human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of a minor a first-degree felony; certain uses of computer services or devices prohibited a second-degree felony; and traveling to meet a minor Copyright 2025 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved The Emmy Award-winning journalist joined the Local 10 News team in 2013 She wrote for the Miami Herald for more than 9 years and won a Green Eyeshade Award TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Closed Captioning / Audio Description Contact Us Careers at WPLG Terms of Use Privacy Policy Public File FCC Applications EEO Report Do Not Sell My Info 1.0 Host Exhibit Copyright © 2025 Local10.com is published by WPLG INC. (CBS12) — This is an update in the on-going I-Team series of reports about Florida condo safety Many Florida condo-owners say they’re at a breaking point The unexpected repair assessments that started happening because of post-Surfside laws are causing a mass exodus from older high rises And seniors on fixed incomes are suddenly in deep financial trouble There is an example of the problem in Boynton Beach A major concrete restoration project is happening at the Seagate of Gulfstream The association says the work is absolutely necessary or the buildings won’t pass state required inspections but owners do not agree about how the job started or the price-tag some people have already moved out and dozen of the disgruntled owners banded together and filed a lawsuit it’s a just a disgrace," said Elizabeth Mifsud But all of the heavy-duty work was driving Liz nuts and so was the cost See Also: A new layer in FL Condo Crisis: Is your place on the Condo Blacklist? Liz sold her unit and moved to a mobile home community She says she’ll never go back to condo life you can’t compare one building to Surfside," Mifsud told the I-Team Liz says after the deadly collapse in 2021 the association at Seagate started talking about concerns over concrete integrity politicians in Tallahassee were introducing bills for new requirements for condos Liz and her neighbors were told the association was going to hire a local company to bolster everything in the complex Allan Andrews says there was no discussion about getting a second firm’s quote "You always entertain multiple opinions especially from the quote unquote professionals professionals can disagree by a large percentage looking at the same project We need two or three professionals to come in and give their unbiased opinion The association saying the work was absolutely critical Some owners saying the buildings were in good condition and $8 million in repairs was overkill And the timeline became a point of contention: When would the workers be gone "This project that was scheduled for 18 months is now on its 26th month and we might be 70% done so we have a long way to go," Andrews said Because of the uncertainty about the date of completion "I got 20 thousand less than asking price because of the construction People come and see your apartment and they see this mess everywhere and they ask you ‘when will it be finished when will this end' and you can't give them an answer," Mifsud said But what about the seniors who can’t work anymore "Most of the people living in these condos are seniors," Mifsud said Governor Desantis has been trying to nudge lawmakers to amend condo laws "There's a lot of people who are facing debilitating assessments the condos have been mismanaged for decades but this is a legislative mandate that was put forth from Tallahassee that is causing the strain so can we give those seniors in condos peace of mind and reform this in a way that’s not going to have those unintended consequences; I'm ready to do that for sure." DeSantis said The legal battle at Seagate of Gulfstream is one example illuminating how FL condo law and the pressure surrounding major repair work has created an all-new affordable housing crisis when the Florida Senate passed a condo law reform package the house passed the same version of the bill last week; it now heads to the Governor's desk It allows for associations to take out a line of credit to fund their reserves Find more ways to stay up to date with your latest local news. Sign up for our newsletter to get the day's top headlines delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the biggest stories and can't miss video — A mother and daughter from Ukraine are being charged with voting illegally in Palm Beach County in the 2024 presidential election A criminal complaint filed in federal court accuses Svitlana Demydenko of unlawful voting by an alien in a presidential election The mother and daughter voted at a Boynton Beach library on Oct after registering to vote online in August 2024 Law enforcement interviewed the two in April 2025 and both confirmed they registered to vote online Svitlana told investigators she voted in the election to support the country and that she didn't know she couldn't vote Yelyzaveta said she voted in the election because she wanted to make a difference The documents show both mother and daughter were admitted to the U.S A spokesperson for the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections tells WPTV that this is an ongoing investigation The spokesperson said that when someone registers to vote online in Florida it first goes to the state to determine if the applicant is a U.S the local supervisor of elections receives it then verifies a valid local address and checks for felonies the state determined in December that the two were not U.S and then sent the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections this info A 75-year-old woman lost his life after allegedly making an improper left turn on a red light in Boynton Beach (CBS12) — A Boynton Beach crash claimed the life of a 75-year-old driver after he allegedly made an ill-fated left turn at a red light According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) crash report the Toyota Camry was traveling eastbound on Boynton Beach Boulevard when the driver attempted an improper left turn onto Hagen Ranch Road while the traffic signal was red a Cadillac was moving westbound in the center lane of Boynton Beach Boulevard The report states that the two vehicles collided when the front right side of the Toyota struck the front of the Cadillac The impact reportedly caused both vehicles to rotate and come to a stop within the intersection the Toyota also hit the front of a Chevrolet that had been waiting in the turning lane of Hagen Ranch Road Officials reportedly transported the driver of the Toyota where she later died from injuries from the crash The Cadillac driver and three of its passengers were also transported with minor injuries Find more ways to stay up to date with your latest local news. 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Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the biggest stories and can't miss video A 75-year-old suburban Boynton Beach woman died April 23 in a three-vehicle collision near Hagen Ranch Road the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office said Investigators say Linda Zitofsky suffered fatal injuries when her Toyota sedan crashed into two other vehicles shortly after 7 p.m at the intersection of Hagen Ranch and Boynton Beach Boulevard The sheriff's office said Zitofsky was traveling east on Boynton Beach Boulevard when she began making a left turn at Hagen Ranch while the traffic signal was red she crashed her Toyota Camry in a Cadillac Escalade SUV that was traveling west on Boynton Beach Boulevard Zitofsky's Toyota then struck a Chevrolet pickup that had stopped in the southbound right turn lane at Hagen Ranch Fatal wreck: Man, 78, faces vehicular homicide charges in crash that killed Babe Ruth baseball leader Paramedics took Zitofsky to Delray Medical Center She died about three hours after the crash The drivers of the Cadillac and the Chevrolet as well as three children seated as passengers in the Cadillac received care for minor injuries at the same hospital No criminal charges were pending as of April 24 and there is no evidence that either drugs or alcohol played any role in the wreck It indicates that all occupants of the three vehicles wore seat belts The report does not say how fast any of the vehicles were traveling at the time of the crash (CBS12) — A drug sting led to a SWAT raid in Boynton Beach Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) narcotics agents say they organized an undercover purchase of 10 fentanyl pressed oxycodone pills for $200 Agents reported making contact with the suspect at the Total Wine parking lot on the 800 block of N Congress in Boynton Beach Owens sold the undercover the blue pressed pills which were placed into an evidence bag and later tested positive for fentanyl PBSO authored a residential search warrant for Owens' apartment at the 600 block of Sealofts Drive in Boynton Beach PBSO SWAT closed in on the apartment to execute the search warrant Owens and two other occupants exited the residence so a thorough search could be completed The SWAT team seized a massive and deadly haul of narcotics SWAT operators also located a safe with almost $21,000 in currency that is believed to be proceeds from narcotics sales Owens was subsequently booked into Palm Beach County Jail on three counts of selling schedule II narcotics and two counts of using a phone to facilitate a felony BOYNTON BEACH — Claiming that a new residential complex focusing on affordable housing would increase traffic, obstruct views, create noise and negatively affect their overall quality of life, a neighboring Boynton Beach community organized a recent City Hall protest Residents of the Los Mangos community made it clear — they don't want any part of the 80-foot-plus eight-story building that would be the highest in its immediate area which would have a north and south section include a 398-unit apartment complex with 2,595 square feet of commercial space on South Federal Highway (south) along with 38 townhomes on the same street (north) is a state housing strategy designed to increase affordable housing options mainly for those who want to live in the communities where they work It includes helping the developers with funding incentives and land use reforms in exchange for affordable rental and homeownership opportunities cities must approve all developments that meet the bill's criteria About 60% of the units would be designated for workforce housing aimed at offering accessible housing to middle-income families making 120% of the area median income “The Live Local Act overrides local zoning laws for mixed-use developments when at least 40% of the units are affordable,” Boynton Beach Deputy City Attorney Stacey Weinger said “Developers can build on land zoned for commercial or industrial purposes and bypass the city's restrictions on density height and use for otherwise affordable housing projects.” The developer plans to build at maximum density with heights at around 85 feet — a stark contrast from their neighbors next door The south phase of the project was approved for development by city staff in February 2024 In accordance with Live Local Act requirements the project is set to have about 60% of units reserved for workforce housing The cost of rent for workforce housing units has not been established During an April 15 city commission meeting residents from the Los Mangos community organized a peaceful protest to oppose the development “This burgeoning coalition is here to state that we vehemently protest the Dune apartment build and similar Live Local projects like it,” said Dave Patterson president of the Los Mangos Property Owners Association “We all support affordable housing … the city should come up with an innovative plan for affordable home ownership.” Los Mangos is a small residential community in Boynton Beach described by residents as “park-like.” Located on South Federal Highway the neighborhood consists of low-density family homes Residents want city officials take action against proposed legislative bills amending the Live Local Act and create a "Good Neighbor Policy" between City staff the developer and the citizens to ensure regular communication transparency and giving notice (for new developments) in real-time Dressed in green vests resembling construction workers members of Save Los Mangos attended the April meeting and packed City Hall chambers More than a dozen residents shared concerns with city commissioners resident of Los Mangos and member of the committee said she feels the neighborhood has been treated unfairly “The city knew this build was wrong and knew the impact it would have on us but couldn't be bothered to let us know or to fight for us,” she said BOYNTON NEWS: Travis Hunter's family, friends celebrate him going to Jacksonville in NFL Draft expressed deep concern regarding the height and density of the new development said the new development will disrupt the lifestyle of Los Mangos residents the soon-to-be parents fear the noise and commotion the new development will bring BOYNTON NEWS: Town Square project is still only half-finished and new developer wants more money “If they're going to begin demolition in two weeks and I'm going to have a newborn implored commissioners to fight against Live Local legislation … Our city has rolled over and not fought back; other Florida municipalities have What are you going to do to protect the city With the Live Local Act becoming a statewide issue Los Mangos residents are not the only ones concerned Weinger noted that officials are restricted from rejecting all “compliant projects,” despite residents' concerns She recommends all concerns be directed to state officials “I understand the Live Local Act has created significant concerns for many Florida communities and the residents in this room,” Weinger said “The preemption aspects of the legislation can be frustrating for residents and local officials who deeply value their community input in shaping the neighborhood's future and it's difficult when decisions about development that will directly impact your daily lives your traffic patterns and community character are taken out of your hands.” The Dune project currently has no start date the committee plans to protest all developments under the Live Local Act saying the April protest will “lay the groundwork for all future Live Local projects." (CBS12) — A 25-year-old passenger was killed Sunday after a speeding Corvette collided with a sedan she was traveling in on Military Trail According to a traffic log from the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) A Toyota Camry was making a left turn on Military Trail and Cedar Point Boulevard when a Corvette traveling southbound struck the car in the rear door area where the victim Deputies noted that the lights were green for both vehicles See also: Taylor Swift the runaway dog shakes off traffic woes for therapy roles in PBC the Toyota Camry was ripped apart and Pierre was ejected along with the seat and door which popped off from the extreme high-speed impact Responders on the scene pronounced Pierre deceased upon arrival PBSO believes drugs or alcohol were a factor in the vehicle crash and charges are pending at this time The driver of the Toyota also sustained minor injuries (CBS12) — A fire in Boynton Beach caused road closures on Friday morning The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) said at 11:35 a.m that officers and Boynton Beach Fire Rescue were on the scene of a fire near the 1100 block of Old Boynton Road Old Boynton Beach Road between Boynton Beach Boulevard and Renaissance Commons Boulevard was closed briefly Officials said the roadways reopened at 1 p.m Find more ways to stay up to date with your latest local news. 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Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the biggest stories and can't miss video The 2025 International Kinetic Art Experience will take place from noon to 6 p.m This one-of-a-kind kinetic art exhibit and symposium offers visitors the chance to experience both outdoor and indoor kinetic artworks art and technology displays and meet & greet opportunities with international artists.  more than 30 artists from around the world will showcase their artwork that reflects a variety of styles and modes of movement The event will feature "artist talks"  artNEST Paint Throw: Experience paint in a new and fun way squirt and launch paint onto a community canvas while getting messy and having a blast Enjoy in our kids area on Sunday from 12 - 3 p.m Become a Sponsor of the 2025 International Kinetic Art Experience Join us in bringing the art of motion to life in Boynton Beach The 2025 International Kinetic Art Experience will feature captivating kinetic sculptures and more – all in the heart of Downtown Boynton Beach this is a unique opportunity for your brand to engage with a diverse and art-loving audience each designed to provide maximum exposure and community engagement Whether you're looking to showcase your brand with on-site activation or gain visibility through digital and print promotions there’s a sponsorship package to match your goals Interested in Sponsorship?Contact us to explore sponsorship opportunities and secure your spot at this dynamic event.Email: TysonS@bbfl.us A two-car collision on Hypoluxo Road caused a utility van to crash through a duplex (CBS12) — A two-car collision on Hypoluxo Road caused a utility van to crash through a duplex Saturday afternoon Boynton Beach Fire Rescue (BBFR) told CBS12 they arrived on the scene near the 2900 block of Hypoluxo Road around 12:30 p.m collided with the van on the adjacent road causing the van to careen into the duplex See also: SWAT team arrests accused kidnapper after hours-long hotel standoff The impact knocked the garage door from its hinges and caused significant structural damage Firefighters cleared the scene for three hours it is unknown if any vehicle occupants were injured at this time The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) said that at 10:45 a.m. officers responded to a domestic dispute between a father and adult son at Intracoastal Park on Northeast 20th Lane Officers said when they arrived on the scene Shows moments leading up to deadly officer-involved shooting.** The report states that officers attempted to calm the situation issuing verbal commands for Jules to drop the weapon he disregarded their instructions and challenged the officers why don’t you want to shoot?” before lunging at them with the machete multiple officers began life-saving measures on the scene Jules was transported to Delray Medical Center by the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Department but was later pronounced dead We asked Former West Palm Beach Deputy Police Chief Rick Morris for his thoughts on the officer's response "Its pretty clear that their training is pretty solid," Morris said That machete is very very dangerous and taser is a secondary force weapon and that weapon has got to be met with the amount of force necessary to stop them from happening You may not be able to stop them with a taser.” the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has been called in to investigate the incident and the investigation is currently ongoing the four officers involved in the shooting have been placed on non-disciplinary administrative leave The officers are identified as Officer Sunil Surajbally — A deadly overnight crash on Interstate 95 southbound near Boynton Beach caused major traffic delays Monday morning FDOT said the multi-vehicle crash involved a semi on I-95 near Hypoluxo Road and Gateway Boulevard No other details about the crash have been released BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, Whole Foods Market opened a new 42,024-square-foot store located at 7395 Boynton Beach Blvd. The Boynton Beach store’s product assortment includes more than 1,500 locally sourced items from across the state of Florida, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s rigorous Quality Standards “We’re thrilled to bring this new store to the vibrant Boynton Beach community,” said Ryan Loughney “With a curated selection of more than 1,500 local products we’re shining a spotlight on Florida’s incredible growers From fresh Gulf shrimp to fresh squeezed juices we’ve worked hard to create a shopping experience that celebrates the best of Florida Our team is excited to welcome our neighbors to explore the beautiful new store and build meaningful connections with this wonderful community.” Opening morning, customers were treated to complimentary coffee from Wells Coffee Co. and cookies from Gringuita Cookies. The first 300 shoppers in line were given a limited-edition Boynton Beach tote bag and a Secret Saver coupon During the opening morning celebration, Palm Beach Harvest received a food donation from Whole Foods Market as part of the Nourishing Our Neighborhoods program The nonprofit previously received a refrigerated van through this initiative which launched in 2020 and aims to enhance the ability of local food rescue organizations to transport surplus food to areas facing the greatest need For more information on the features and product assortment in the new Boynton Beach store, please visit here Founded in 1980, Austin-based Whole Foods Market is the world’s leading natural and organic foods retailer and the first certified organic national grocer in the United States. Part of Amazon’s Worldwide Grocery Stores, Whole Foods Market serves customers in more than 530 stores across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. To learn more about Whole Foods Market, please visit https://media.wholefoodsmarket.com/ The City of Boynton Beach is actively engaged in tackling one of the most significant obstacles of the modern era: climate resilience The global climate is changing faster than at any time in modern history presenting growing challenges to human health Observed evidence demonstrates that this trend can only be explained by the effect of human activities particularly the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs) from the burning of fossil fuels the City of Boynton Beach has supported efforts to combat the threats of climate change which can have adverse impacts on our community With the help of partnerships such as the Coastal Resilience Partnership (CRP) of Southeast Palm Beach County the Southeast Florida Climate Change Compact (Compact) the Southeast Sustainability Directors Network (SSDN) and the Florida Sustainability Directors Network (FSDN) Boynton Beach is committed to accelerating climate action through innovative solutions in resiliency and sustainability Sustainability essentially means meeting the needs of the current residents without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs Boynton Beach is working towards achieving a balance between environmental stewardship the City adopted the Compact’s Climate Action Pledge (Resolution No 23-168) to reaffirm the City’s commitment to jointly advancing strategic climate adaptation and mitigation efforts and advancing the implementation of the Regional Climate Action Plan version 3.0 (RCAP 3.0) Boynton Beach’s long-term sustainability vision: Want to earn a rebate of up to $1,500 on your next home renovation project? Check out the Energy Edge Rebate Program (CBS12) — One man is dead after being shot by a police officer during a confrontation late Saturday morning at a park in Boynton Beach The shooting happened after a father called 911 to report his son was suffering from mental health issues or was possibly on drugs and armed with a knife Several officers responded around 10:45 a.m the son was spotted at nearby Intracoastal Park and officers reported he was carrying a machete The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) reported that during the confrontation multiple officers opened fire and the son was shot Few details about what led to the officers firing have been released with BBPD Chief Joe DiGiulio noting during a news conference that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement will take over the investigation into the shooting officers began taking life-saving measures until medical responders arrived The man was taken to an area hospital where he later died His name has not been released at this time The shooting led to the closure of the northbound lanes of Federal Highway from Harvey E and authorities were not able to say at that time when it would reopen BBPD confirmed an officer has been placed on administrative leave per department policy Find more ways to stay up to date with your latest local news. Sign up for our newsletter to get the day's top headlines delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for the biggest stories and can't miss video A major deadly overnight crash on Interstate 95 near Boynton Beach shut down southbound lanes for most of the morning Monday causing massive traffic backups during the early commute The multi-vehicle crash involved a semi-truck on I-95 near Hypoluxo Road and Gateway Boulevard according to the Florida Department of Transportation The crash comes only a few days after an airplane tragedy also in south county. Three members of a Palm Beach County family, including a teenage girl, were killed Friday morning when a six-seater Cessna 310 plane crashed onto a busy street moments after taking off from Boca Raton Airport The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating that crash Photobombers are just about everywhere: in big cities Researchers placed a camera on a nurse shark designed to collect both video footage and 3D acceleration data which is comparable to step-counting features in mobile devices The camera caught a four-minute interaction between the great white shark and nurse shark filming it “While divers have reported seeing great white sharks here recently, this rare footage gives us a shark’s-eye view of the interactions between these two very different kinds of sharks,” FAU biological studies professor Stephen Kajiura said in a university news release and reveals a rare moment of shark-on-shark action — or what we’re coining as a ‘shark photobomb.’ ” Slimey visitors: Florida Burmese pythons are adapting, evolving and slithering around the Treasure Coast Proposal: Hunting black bears could happen soon in Florida North Atlantic great white sharks leave their summer feeding grounds off Atlantic Canada and New England they head for warmer waters and abundant food sources as far south as Florida and the Gulf of Mexico which the Trump administration has renamed the Gulf of America Ocearch shark tracker: Follow great white sharks in FloridaCan't get enough of great white sharks many of them along the Eastern Seaboard and Nova Scotia you'll see one of them ping along the Treasure Coast Follow their journeys on the Ocearch shark tracker website or by downloading the Ocearch Global Shark Tracker app Here are some recent visits to the Treasure Coast: Kim Luciani and Ashely Ferrer contributed to this article Gianna Montesano is TCPalm’s trending reporter. You can contact her at gianna.montesano@tcpalm.com, 772-409-1429, or follow her on Twitter @gonthescene a plane carrying about 300 people out of war-torn Vietnam crashed just after takeoff Mia Oddo was supposed to be on that flight “I was missing paperwork,” said Oddo, a 50-year-old who now lives in Boynton Beach Oddo, an infant at the time, wound up on the second flight of what came to be known as Operation Babylift government effort to rapidly evacuate thousands of Vietnamese orphans from South Vietnam as the Vietnam War neared its end The war in Vietnam had been going on for 19 years and anti-war sentiment was growing President Ford announced that money from a $2 million special foreign aid children's fund would be used to fly the displaced South Vietnamese children to the United States and other Western countries But the first of the mission’s flights out of Saigon crashed 12 minutes after takeoff due to a catastrophic failure of the aircraft’s rear cargo door along with a section of the plane’s loading ramp “Why was I one of the babies that wasn't on that first plane?” The American family who wanted to adopt her thought she was on that flight was a realtor and had her own clothing store at the local mall in Boca Raton except during a period when he and Christy ran a bed-and-breakfast They’d been waiting two years to adopt her and were distraught when they heard the news of the crash Her father called all over Washington and Vietnam until an American official told him that she’d be on the next flight to the United States Oddo had pneumonia in both lungs and couldn’t properly breathe She spent her first week with her parents in the hospital under the care of five doctors Oddo grew up in Boca Raton with a melting pot of a family Her mother was German and her father Italian She grew up with an older sister and two brothers also from Vietnam who were adopted 15 years after she was Oddo knew from a young age that she’d been adopted from Vietnam “I was 6 years old when I understood what it meant to be adopted and that I was different,” she said “But my parents and my family never treated me that way.” She was the only Asian student at her school for most of her childhood “It didn’t feel like I was abandoned,” Oddo said I wanted to learn more about my nationality.” Were her birth parents still alive? Did she have any living relatives? She didn’t know, but they were valid questions. Operation Babylift had its share of detractors — some headlines asked, “Babylift or babysnatch?” and “The Orphans: Saved or Lost?” according to news accounts of the times The children's paperwork and identification were questioned — and the subject of a failed lawsuit Her birth certificate offered little information unknown,' and that I was somehow able to be adopted out of the country.’” The advent of relative tracking by DNA changed all that And was waiting for Oddo five years ago when she tried to seek her roots She took an ancestry test that linked her to some cousins and then she met one of them on a cruise about three years later “There were 500 people in our group,” Oddo said and this pretty lady comes and sits next to me and that her mother had been on the same flight to America as Oddo The woman had also just taken an ancestry test and was awaiting her results She told Oddo she’d call her in about two weeks Oddo was able to meet some of her cousin’s family members at a Thanksgiving afterward “It would be pretty amazing if I did have a sibling.” This year, she set up a fundraising page — givebutter.com/helpmiagohome Her hope is to return to Vietnam for the first time since she left and try to answer these questions “There is a chance my birth parents or siblings have spent decades wondering what happened to me — just as I have wondered about them,” she said and understanding the story of how I came to be on that plane.” RELATED: Imagine every stereotype of the Vietnam veteran. Then throw them all away and meet Glenn Mize. RELATED: 'We brought them joy': Jupiter High marching band performs in Hawaii at Vietnam vets parade She’d want to visit local orphanages to deliver supplies Oddo, a lifelong Floridian, has found what she called her life’s purpose in healing. She’s been self-employed as a medical esthetician for the past 19 years and runs her own spa, Mia’s Spa She is one of the more than 3,300 babies who ended up being airlifted out of Vietnam on military cargo planes before the fall of Saigon Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels by Luli Ortiz BOYNTON BEACH, Fla (CBS12) — A two-vehicle crash in suburban Boynton Beach has left a 25-year-old woman dead and a community in shock The collision occurred Sunday night at the intersection of South Military Trail and Cedar Point Boulevard Related Article: High-speed Corvette crash splits Camry, kills young passenger in Boynton Beach According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) a speeding Corvette traveling southbound on Military Trail collided with a Toyota Camry carrying two women The Camry was making a left turn onto Cedar Point Boulevard when the crash occurred The impact was so severe that debris was scattered across the roadway and one of the women was ejected from the vehicle Favereaux described hearing what sounded like an explosion before seeing smoke and flames engulfing the Corvette He acted quickly to pull the 39-year-old Corvette driver He was in a lot of pain," Favereaux recounted "I grabbed him underneath the shoulders and dragged him about 30 feet to safety." Rogers attempted to comfort the surviving passenger of the Camry "All I could do was offer a little condolence and give her something to drink to help her calm down." The deceased has been identified as Natalie Pierre, a Boynton Beach resident remembered by friends for her big heart and dedication to working with children on the autism spectrum. She tragically died at the scene. Loved ones set up a GoFundMe page in her honor Investigators confirmed that all three individuals involved in the crash were wearing seatbelts The Corvette driver remains hospitalized in critical condition and may face criminal charges pending further investigation (CBS12) — Police are asking for help identifying a man who was found at a Boynton Beach hospital on Tuesday morning The Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) said that the man they found is around five feet six inches tall and is estimated to be between 60 and 70 years old was found at Bethesda Hospital East on South Seacrest BBPD is urging anyone with information to call them at 561-732-8116 to help bring him home BOYNTON BEACH — After installing 16 red-light cameras, the city of Boynton Beach has added two more at the intersection of Congress Avenue and Miner Road that are set to kick in Thursday With 18 cameras installed throughout the city and three more already approved for installation by the City Commission Boynton Beach traffic safety officials hope to reduce the currently high volume of intersection crashes “The purpose of installing them was to ultimately reduce the number of injury and fatal crashes … bringing awareness to red-light running is how that was going to be achieved through this program,” said Traffic Sgt aims to provide “an effective equitable tool for communities that are determined to reduce red-light running and keep people safe,” according to a 2024 program presentation by the city The installed red-light cameras capture a vehicle’s data including video and high-resolution images if that vehicle crosses the stop bar after the signal has already turned red Red-light camera intersections are selected based on the city’s crash data The program places the cameras where accidents and traffic are highest “We look at where the crashes are happening at the intersections the volume of traffic going through them … the number of injury crashes or fatal crashes and make a determination based on that data,” Munro said The current 18 intersections with red-light cameras are: Boynton's red-light cameras: How much is the fine if you get caught?The city hopes the latest camera installations will help address crashes in the city While the violations remain at the city level and do not impact license or driving records residents who violate red-light traffic could face fines starting at $158 with the potential to reach $264 if not paid within 60 days Munro said the implementation of red-light cameras has been beneficial in keeping the roads safe injury and fatal crashes have decreased by 35% since the program's first five years in effect it is working to reduce those numbers,” he said the number of red-light violations has not seen the same improvement as red-light violations have increased in recent years with nearly 1,000 additional violations reportedly issued in the last year An official data overview reports 37,565 violation notices issued in the city between 2023 and 2024 Intersection traffic has also significantly increased With a substantial increase in red-light violations residents have expressed concerns about the accuracy of the red-light cameras and question whether the implementation of these cameras is just another way for the city to generate revenue But Boynton Beach Traffic Unit officers say extensive measures are in place to prevent the issuing of false violations BOYNTON NEWS: Why are prices so high here? A year in the life of gas prices at one station west of Boynton The Boynton Beach Police Department partners with a third party that collects the traffic data sent to the city Munro said all potential violations are reviewed by officers and undergo license plate verification “One of our officers reviews every potential violation; that includes three different still-frame photographs as well as a video… There’s a bunch of fail-safes in place in order to prevent incorrect violations going out to people,” Munro said Munro also stressed that all generated revenue goes back into traffic safety The official Red-Light Camera program outline notes that revenue generated from violations is used to fund public safety aides We’re identifying the problem areas that warrant it and are trying to reduce those numbers of the crashes based on the problems not just blanket the entire city with the cameras to increase revenue,” Munro said BOYNTON NEWS: Boynton wants to annex 38 communities west of Military Trail; critics call it 'power grab' While some residents complain about traffic tickets others have requested more cameras be installed saying they appreciate the safety it brings to the city “It’s not uncommon for us to actually get requests from residents asking us to add cameras in certain areas because they see speeders or they're concerned about kids,” said Chelsea Sanabia Boynton Beach’s public safety and public information officer we do get quite a bit of requests or people pointing out areas of concern.” with 18 cameras now located throughout the city Boynton Beach officials report receiving mixed responses from residents “Some residents are 100% for it; they agree with the program they do feel that it does help reduce the crashes And then there are some that don't agree with it and wish they were not there,” Munro said There are currently three more cameras scheduled for installation at Woolbright Road and Seacrest Boulevard Officials have not said when they would be installed (CBS12) — An accused murderer's wife claims he killed the neighbor because he believed they were having an affair 34-year-old Marc Celian was located deceased inside a pickup truck in his driveway after suffering from gunshot wounds Deputies immediately began investigating Emmanuel Athouriste Just an hour after discovering the murder scene detectives spoke with Emmanuel who presented an alibi stating he wasn't involved and that he wasn't in or near the residence and was driving to bring his mother medication according to the criminal probable cause affidavit Deputies caught up with his wife of eight years See also: Careful crooks in $450k burglary used social media to target influencer's home: Sheriff She told investigators that Emmanuel had been 'acting extremely weird' and described his behavior as delusional and paranoid since October of 2024 she told investigators that she moved out because she feared for her safety One recurring theme of his 'weird behavior' was accusing her of sleeping with Celian She also told deputies that she was particularly fearful because Athouriste owned a semi-automatic pistol Footage from the neighbor surveillance system reveals Emmanual approaching the driver's side door which was shut with the window rolled up and firing several shots at the victim through the driver's window Deputies say she positively identified her husband as the shooter Athouriste has been transferred to Palm Beach County where he stands accused of murder art-wrapped library is poised to open this weekend in the western part of Boynton Beach marking the 18th location in the Palm Beach County Library System and serving as a cultural and meeting hub in one of the county’s fastest growing communities the Canyon Branch Library will attract people who “want to reconnect back to print,” said Douglas Crane the Director of the county's Library System which broke ground in 2022 and situates inside a large public plaza The library boasts the largest meeting room in the system children’s and teen spaces and a “Maker Space” room that serves as a creative lab equipped with sewing machines Crane, who is only the fourth library director in the county library system’s 55-year history, said it also meets the demand for more “third places" — common public areas where people gather away from their home and workplace "Libraries serve that function because we are a free space you don't need to buy a cappuccino or anything while you're here," he told WLRN READ MORE: $500,000 grant boosts Black history museum project, revitalization in West Palm Beach community The Canyon Branch Library taps into the high demand for more library services for schools and other institutions surrounding Boynton Beach Boulevard and Lyons Road one of the fastest growing residential and commercial areas of the county Crane underlined the broader role libraries play in supporting literacy, particularly in light of national discussions surrounding book challenges and removals. For the second year in a row, Florida has led the nation with around 4500 book removals Crane said the Palm Beach County Library System has not removed any books Libraries help preserve First Amendment rights to free speech and open access to information because  ”professionally librarians frown on book bans or book challenging and removal of material because we believe that knowledge should be as open and widely accessible as possible,” he said  ”It's up to the individual or in the case of children their parents or caregivers to have that conversation to decide what they would like," Crane added oversees the library’s extensive digital offerings responsible for acquiring books and properly cataloging more than 130,000 items that are of “sufficient public demand” and includes authors of note “ We're not as constrained as the public schools “ I don't want to buy materials just to have it be admired on the shelf I want to make sure that the community either wants it and it is something that is interesting to them.” Among the highlights is the county library system’s first-ever drive-up service window where patrons can drop off materials and get questions answered from their car The window is equipped with automatic machines inside the building that help staff sort out materials from the pick-up area The new Boynton Beach library places an emphasis on being a dynamic and immersive space for connection The philosophy is visible with the art installed onto the pillars in front of the building More than 70 artists around the world responded to the county’s international call to artists The result: a $371,500 public art installation and titles of American and world literature that are displayed on six large marble columns at the entrance of the library in-between the scattered binary codes are notable movie lines passages and lyrics inscribed in multiple languages — from Jamaican poet Louise Bennett’s poem “Colonization in Reverse” to the famous line from the film Casablanca: "I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." Palm Beach County Director of Art in Public Places told WLRN there are  400 entries in 13 languages It's an invitation to discover,” Singer said “And while you have the words in the many languages which represent the binary code and also provides an aesthetic or a visual break between all of the words.” is a “metaphorical pillar of the community," she said It makes us feel connected to the place,” she added “It  makes a place come alive in a different way.” IF YOU GOWhat: Grand opening of the Canyon Branch Library When: Saturday January 11 at 10 a.mWhere: 915 Senator Joe Abruzzo Ave Keep up with South Florida's arts and culture scene by signing up for The A/C newsletter. Every Wednesday, the A/C will offer a curation of stories and deep dives that celebrate South Florida's arts community. Click here to subscribe (CBS12) — The oldest house in Boynton Beach marking the end of an era for the historic property According to the Boynton Beach Historical Society the frame vernacular home was built in 1907 by Dutch pioneer Bert Kapp and stood for years as a residential home and eventually preserved and restored to be used as a museum before it closed in 2011 The Andrews House has been a part of Boynton Beach’s landscape for more than a century the home underwent a comprehensive renovation restoring it to its former glory and updating it for modern use the property’s fate was sealed amid shifting priorities and development pressures as explained by Author and Palm Beach County Historian Ginger Pederson “The Andrews House is more than just a building; it’s a symbol of our city’s roots and a bridge to the past,” said Pedersen “Its loss represents a growing challenge in preserving the architectural and cultural identity of Boynton Beach.” The home's name is derived from its previous owner Charles Lee Andrew's, Boynton Beach Historical Society says in Mississippi before trekking to Boynton Beach where he ran a small grocery store Katie would go on to become the last widow of a Confederate soldier in Palm Beach County collecting his Confederate pension until she died in 1971 The home remained in the family and was handed down to the Andrew's son George according to the article by the city's historical society It fell into disrepair over the next five years before Boynton native Bob Katz bought the home He moved it to a new lot so that it could be better seen from Ocean Avenue and had the home restored "He spent a lot of money having the house completely renovated," said Pederson not just a little bit of paint and patching He did that in the hopes of making it into an attraction Katz's untimely death at 50 in 2006 left Andrew's House and many other of his downtown properties in limbo and the 100-year-old historical home falling into disrepair once again Boynton Beach Historical Society and History Professor at Palm Beach State College Janet DeVries Naughton explained The demolition will make way for a new development "This is the oldest home in Boynton Beach and I really wish someone would restore it," said Alissa Beerthuis across the street from Andrew's House "What I'm sad about is that someone couldn't take the time or the money and now they want to develop it into a parking garage or something sad." the legacy of the Andrew's House will live on in photographs (This story was updated to add new information.) of Boynton Beach died when he attempted to charge city police officers while armed with a machete on Saturday Four police officers are on nondisciplinary administrative leave until the city investigates the incident according to a statement released by Boynton Beach police on Monday The city identified the officers as Sunil Surajbally Boynton Beach: Town Square project is still only half-finished and new developer wants more money when officers responded to a domestic dispute between a father and son at Intracoastal Park off Federal Highway near Gateway Boulevard The city said the officers attempted to deescalate the situation why don't you want to shoot?" Then he charged the officers with the machete Multiple officers immediately began performing life-saving measures Boynton Beach Fire Rescue drove Jules to Delray Medical Center The police department has requested that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement investigate the shooting Many public-safety agencies in Palm Beach County make similar requests following incidents involving their officers It is the county's first reported officer-involved shooting in 2025 The county had four law enforcement-related shootings in 2024 BOYNTON BEACH — Four candidates are running for mayor in Boynton Beach The office is currently held by Ty Penserga who has served three years and is term-limited David Merker and Rebecca Shelton are running for the vacant position There is also a race for the District 3 seat on the City Commission Incumbent Thomas Turkin faces Dominick Vargas in a race that has already been contentious The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has been investigating an “altercation” between the two according to the Boynton Beach Police Department and the State Attorney’s Office then refused to give it back to him after they met at City Hall in January incumbent Angela Cruz is running unopposed and will retain the seat The city recently held a candidate forum at St Joseph's Episcopal Church on Seacrest Boulevard allowing its residents to get to know the names and faces of the individuals on the ballot for the two open positions Residents and candidates participated in a lively panel Here are the six candidates (Gordon did not appear at the forum): Background: Rebecca Shelton has been a resident of the city for almost 20 years She attended Youngstown State University in Ohio and currently acts as a real estate broker Shelton has worked on various community boards including the Children's Museum and Boynton Beach’s senior advisory board Mission: The 49-year-old said public safety sanitation and unifying the east and west parts of the city are her main focus “We have a very divided community between east and west Boynton,” she said making sure the streets are clean… and I think we need to start beautifying the east corridor much more than has happened in about the last 10 years.” Shelton also holds a strong desire to increase code enforcement and advocates for transparency within local government not only to the constituents but also be accountable to the people that work in the city,” she said “It’s only fair to say you deserve that as citizens you deserve to know that your mayor is able to work with every demographic listen to what they're saying and be able to go get answers.” JUPITER ELECTION: Voters to chose mayor, two council members as town grapples with change graduating with a bachelor of arts in advertising from the University of Kansas McQuire went from serving Domino's pizza in college to building his own advertising agency and retail company enhance public safety and cut excess spending “I do support zero-based budgeting and having community members find where we’re overspending and save our taxpayers money,” he said he says public safety is at the top of his list “Public safety is always number one… I do believe in expanding our police department I don't want to wait for the problems to happen; I want to start working with the chief and the city manager to do this now,” he said He also said he wants to start a youth employment program to increase jobs for young people in the city RIVIERA ELECTION: Want to be mayor? With no eligible candidates, Riviera Beach is taking applications Background: David Merker is a former Boynton Beach city commissioner he attended Pennsylvania State University and Fairleigh Dickinson University He possesses experience in both the medical and political fields Mission: Lifelong learning is the driving force for Merker As mayor he hopes to continually learn the needs of residents His main goal is to bring unity to a diverse city “The biggest thing as we get older is to keep learning and that's what I'm trying to do for you,” he said you’ve got to know what they want so you can help them… the way you do it is talk to one another and bring one another together.” Merker also places public safety as a high priority “The police and the fire are the two most important departments in our safety for us to march forward together as a whole,” he said He added that he is not ready to make a definitive stance for or against annexation Background: Gordon has long served the city of Boynton Beach formerly acting as chairwoman of the Boynton Beach Community Agency Advisory Board She was also once a member of the city's Planning and Development Board and Arts Commission Board and holds a master's degree in business administration Mission: Residing in Boynton Beach for almost 20 years Gordon wants to improve public safety and education as well as increase housing and economic opportunities for the local community Gordon's campaign website says she plans to "continue her history and legacy of service for the city of Boynton Beach by working strategically on several issues that are extremely important for the residents of this beautiful city." PALM BEACH GARDENS ELECTION: Mailers, websites call both candidates for council seat unfit attending Boynton Beach High School and graduating with a bachelor's in political science from Washington State University serving on numerous political campaigns at the local and state levels Mission: Vargas aims to improve public safety and provide opportunities for kids who are just like he was His hope is to bridge the gap for residents between government and the issues occurring at the city level Vargas shares that the kids he grew up alongside — particularly an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class with predominantly Haitian students — have inspired his run for the District 3 seat “I want more kids to be able to do what I did going to George Washington and working on the Hill and more because a lot of the kids I grew up with had very tragic endings,” he said I grew up here… I’m not running for the title District 3 candidate: Thomas TurkinBackground: Turkin has been on the City Commission since March 2022 He attended the University of Mississippi and has lived in Boynton Beach since 2012 has previously worked in the veterinary health field and served in the U.S Mission: Turkin believes his history as city commissioner makes him a standout candidate He also views public safety as a key issue to address Turkin seeks to increase public safety by providing additional investment to police and fire departments “We need proven leadership and that’s what I've brought over the last three years,” he said the police department and code enforcement all working together… Public safety is not an option; it’s a need.” (CBS12) — Detectives have arrested a man in connection with a believed targeted shooting that left a victim dead in his driveway in Boynton Beach Palm Beach Sheriff's Office (PBSO) deputies responded to a shooting on Arbor Glen Circle in Boynton Beach Deputies arrived and located a man deceased inside a pickup truck after suffering from gunshot wounds The shooting unfolded in the victim's driveway PBSO stated that after detectives from the Violent Crimes Division were on scene for several hours investigating they identified Emmanuel Athouriste CBS12 News has confirmed Athouriste is the victim's next-door neighbor PBSO has identified the murder victim as Marc Celian I was home and all the police were out here," said Ardeth Smith a resident who lives near the murder scene See also: Nurse critically injured in Palm West Hospital assault, suspect detained Smith says she's lived in this residential neighborhood on Arbor Glen Circle for about 11 years She never dreamed there'd be a murder so close to her home I've always felt fairly secure here," Smith said works in commercial building construction and plays guitar in his church He says he can't believe Celian is dead When I heard that I felt so weak and I had to sit down," said Vital Cherilus Cherilus says Celian did not have any dispute with his neighbor that he was aware of "I never heard he had any problem with no one," Cherilus explained He showed us where a bullet fired during the shooting Monday night hit another car in the driveway No one came to the door when we knocked at the murder suspect's house Cherilus says he has no explanation for why a neighbor would pull out a gun and shoot Celian "What would you want to say to the man who allegedly did this I'm sorry for him because what he did he has to pay for that," Cherilus said Athouriste was found in Miami and apprehended by the Aventura Police Department Athouriste is being held at the Miami-Dade Corrections Facility and stands accused of murder in Palm Beach County which may provide information on a possible motive for the fatal shooting BOYNTON BEACH — A 25-year-old woman is dead after a high-speed crash Sunday night “ripped apart” the Toyota in which she was riding and threw her from her vehicle onto Military Trail in suburban Boynton Beach the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office said Natalie Pierre died at the scene of the crash Military’s intersection with Cedar Point Boulevard Charges are pending against the driver of the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette that struck the Toyota “at a very high rate of speed” just after 10 p.m. Evidence gathered at the scene indicated the driver may have been under the influence of either drugs or alcohol at the time of the wreck Trump threat: No bail for Jupiter man accused of posting threats on Facebook against president The Toyota in which Pierre was riding was northbound on Military near Boynton Beach Boulevard and turning left onto Cedar Point and both cars had green lights heading through the intersection The front end of the Corvette struck the rear right passenger door The “extreme crash forces acting on both vehicles” threw her from the Toyota The driver of the Corvette suffered critical injuries in the wreck a 30-year-old Boynton Beach woman who sustained minor injuries Tom Elia is an editor at The Palm Beach Post, overseeing coverage of public safety, the courts and Palm Beach County’s northern and western communities. 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