Starting March 28, residents have an opportunity to pay overdue court-ordered obligations without collection agency fees! The program will run through April 1, 2022. | |
Palm Beach County's shoreline offers many activities and is considered a top destination for snorkelers and divers for its exquisite artificial reefs.
Over the years, the county has deployed over 45 vessels, 110,000 tons of concrete and 140,000 tons of limestone boulders to create artificial reefs that mimic natural reef systems.
These artificial habitats provide food, shelter, protection and spawning areas for hundreds of fish species and other marine organisms. They also provide relief for the natural reefs which have shown a decline in marine life due to user pressure, hurricanes and coastal development.
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March is Florida Bicycle Month, a designation that helps to promote bicycling as a healthy commuting alternative for our county residents. Bicycle Month coincides with efforts by local leaders to reverse the rise of bicyclist and pedestrian fatalities.
As chair of the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency, I have focused attention on the increase in pedestrian fatalities. The TPA has embraced "Vision-Zero" seeking to reduce fatalities on our roads to zero. Let's work together to share the roads!
Below are some safety tips for bicyclists and cars.
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- Wear protective gear like a fitted helmet and shoes with a good grip.
- Check your bicycle for any malfunctions before riding.
- Wear clothing with bright colors during the day and lights at night.
- Be aware of dangerous road conditions.
- Obey all traffic laws.
- Yield to traffic when appropriate.
- Signal your intent and be predictable.
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- Stay aware, and actively look for cyclists.
- Know that cyclists have the same rights on the roads as you do.
- Be patient around cyclists even if they are moving slower than traffic.
- Do not pass a cyclist until you are sure that your passing lane is clear.
- Look for cyclists when turning and at intersections.
- Give cyclists plenty of space, and never tailgate a bicycle rider.
- Watch for cyclists before you open your door.
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In Palm Beach County alone, there are more than 500 homeless youth. Vita Nova is a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting youth ages 18-25 formerly in foster care and/or experiencing homelessness through housing, education, employment and life skills training.
The Spot, run by the organization, is a drop-in center for disconnected and homeless youth in the community. It features a food pantry, business center and music studio. The mission is to link youth experiencing homelessness to resources necessary to become self-sufficient.
For more information on the organization, volunteer opportunities and upcoming events, contact Ashley Berry at (561) 689-0035 or aberry@vitanovainc.org.
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The first schoolhouse in Southeast Florida was built in 1886 about a mile north of today's Flagler Memorial Bridge in Palm Beach.
The first teacher, Hattie Louise Gale, was just 16 years old when she took on her first class of 12 students, aged 6 to 17.
In 1960, the restored 22-by-44-foot building was relocated to Phipps Ocean Park and given the name Little Red Schoolhouse.
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