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Treasure Coast restaurants with views of the ocean or river — and a rocket launch
Waterfront dining is a pretty Florida thing to do. So is watching a rocket launch lift off. There’s a handful of restaurants on the Treasure Coast that offer both: a killer view of the ocean or river and a chance to see an orange streak in the sky and the contrail from the rocket launch that follows. ...
South American gangs are targeting bank customers, slashing tires and stealing cash
STUART, Fla. — The Martin County Sheriff's Office is warning people to watch out for a dangerous new criminal trend that has taken a more serious turn. “Thursday, we had an incident where a lady from Palm City went to the bank in Palm City, withdrew an amount of cash. And then as she was driving eastbound on 714, noticed that her tire pressure light and her car was on," said Chief Deputy John Budensiek.
K-9 crime-busting teams to be honored at LEO Awards
WPTV is highlighting the outstanding work that local law enforcement performs, culminating in the LEO Awards ceremony. NewsChannel 5 recently had a chance to meet the nominees in the K-9 Achievement category. When a suspect escaped from Lawnwood Hospital and made his way to Port St. Lucie in February, Officer...
3 Martin County restaurants get perfect scores; 18 fail inspection
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring...
Stumpy's survival. Martin County Calusa Creek development OK; living on railroad tracks not
As a third-generation Floridian and longtime Martin County resident, I appreciate how parts of my state and hometown still retain that old Florida charm. Preserving areas like our vast wildlife corridor is not only critical to the infrastructure of our state, but should also be a component of development as Florida matures. That’s why I support the Calusa Creek Ranch development being considered in west Martin County.
Hundreds of adoptable cats on the Treasure Coast waiting for forever home
PALM CITY, Fla. — There has never been a better time to adopt as the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast is caring for 143 cats; many of them kittens!. Charles is 3 months old. He came to HSTC as a stray one month ago. Charles is sweet and...
Millay: clueless or crafty? Short-lived Martin County school board bid suggests either
John Millay is a man who moves in mysterious ways. When Millay abruptly announced plans to resign from his post as superintendent of the Martin County School District last June, there was no obvious reason for his departure. He simply said he wanted to pursue other opportunities to serve the community. He later took a job as senior vice president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County.
10 new restaurants open or coming soon, 5 close or closing soon; and 1 moving soon
In case you missed any of the stories for subscribers about new and closed restaurants that TCPalm previously posted throughout this month, here's a roundup with links. Click each "read the full story" link for the name, location, hours, photos, menu highlights, signature dishes and more information about the restaurants, like exclusive interviews with...
PSL teen is graduating high school 10 years after fatal fire, 46 surgeries
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Demetrius Gollett was only 8 years old when he became the lone survivor of a house fire. Since the fire in 2013, Gollett has undergone 46 surgeries. Previous coverage: 8-year-old returns from trauma center after surviving PSL house fire. “I’ve seen him shed a...
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