Palm Beach is considering implementing fees for hotels that use public beach space. The proposal involves charging hotels annual fees for placing chairs and umbrellas on the beach. This move is being discussed by Palm Beach leaders, who are weighing the potential fees amid concerns about access to the beaches.
Further details about the proposed fees and the concerns surrounding beach access are available through WPTV.
safety
A local animal welfare organization is offering a $5,000 reward as investigators work to identify a person suspected of shooting cats.
safety
A Sebastian woman is accused of discharging her firearm while being intoxicated, according to the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office.
safety
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schools
The School District of Palm Beach County confirmed it has cut 244 positions following this year's student enrollment count, the latest sign of the financial pressure....
News
Martin County leaders and Chaplain Hoss Wiggins reflected on prayer, unity and remembrance during Palm City’s annual 9/11 Memorial Bridge Walk.
safety
Michael Scott Bates, 35, was driving more than 100 mph when he struck and killed 14-year-old Christopher Cetoute on June 12, Boynton Beach police say.
safety
Indian River State College closed its Massey Campus in Fort Pierce after a bomb threat prompted evacuations and a law enforcement search.
safety
New records detail 62 lengthy calls, patrol-car rides and gifts involving a Palm Beach County school police officer and former student. No crime was found....
business
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Local
A little movie magic and a lot of community spirit are coming together in Delray Beach next week.
