You’ll agree that you’ve never bought a new or used car where the dealer didn’t get all phases of the transaction affecting him in writing. You didn’t read everything you signed because it’s too voluminous and includes undecipherable fine print. Most of this vast paperwork is signed after you “thought” you’d bought the car, and your salesperson has already thanked […] The post Get it in writing, especially when buying a car first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

An unexpected windfall could be waiting for you, courtesy of the state of Florida. It may be money, or it could be gold but it’s waiting to be claimed by its owner. We even uncovered cash that most likely belongs to former President Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis. The state is not suddenly exhibiting a new-found sense of generosity. This […] The post FLORIDA’S HIDDEN RICHES first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Palm Beach County is happy to welcome visitors to its beautiful beaches. All visitors except one; Sargassum seaweed. This brown algae, part of a massive expanse of Sargassum known as the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt, has wreaked havoc on the shores of Florida, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean. Sargassum floats in island-like masses and never attaches to the […] The post Stinky Seaweed first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

The YMCA of South Palm Beach County is getting a national nod for its water safety efforts. The Y’s “Safety Around the Water” program is awarded a grant by the USA Swimming Foundation, to bolster its continued efforts to provide free or reduced cost swim lessons. “Thank you to USA Swimming for helping make swim lessons a possibility to those […] The post Making Waves first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Tampa General Hospital’s Women’s Institute is proving its commitment to excellence in care for mothers and babies. It is now one of only seven hospitals in Florida to receive the highest level of accreditation from The Joint Commission, the nation’s gold standard in accreditation . The Joint Commission, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering health care organizations in providing the […] The post Top Honors for Maternity Care first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Dear Doc: Sometimes I feel like my heart is skipping a beat or beating too fast. How do I know if I have a problem? — Erin, Palm Beach Gardens Dear Erin: Anytime you feel like your heart is beating irregularly, you should see your doctor. Heart arrhythmia, which is when your heart beats too slow, too fast or with […] The post Ask the Doctor: AFib first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Eight volunteer cyclists are getting ready for one heck of a bike ride, 200 miles to be exact! The crew is pedaling from Key Largo to Key West, then back again. It’s all part of the fifth annual Bike the Keys Challenge, a charity bike ride to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County. This fundraiser started […] The post Gearing Up for Charity first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Dear Readers, I thank you deeply for your letters — of any opinion or persuasion — especially those delivered without name-calling or invective. Here are some recent ones, abridged only for length. I look forward to hearing from you again. — Roger Williams Re: “Test Them,” April 3 FROM: Louise Foley Hello, Mr. Williams, I just read your commentary in […] The post Letters first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

SunFest, Florida’s largest waterfront music and art festival, has succeeded over decades in attracting new generations of fans by updating its list of performers. But they also know when to go with a repeat performer, like this year with rock icon Billy Idol. And just like music has varied tastes, so do the fans of SunFest. Some baby boomers favor […] The post FUN IN THE SUN first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

To adopt or foster a pet Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League is located at 3100/3200 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For adoptable pets and other information, visit www. PeggyAdams.org or call 561-686-3663. The post Pets of the WEEK first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

If you’re anything like me, the thought of removing a tick from your dog or cat is high-key alarming. But not removing it puts your pet at risk for Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and other tick-borne diseases. Never fear. Parasitologist Kathryn Reif, MSPH, Ph.D., associate professor at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, is here to offer tips […] The post Tick Off first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Jupiter Medical Center will establish the new Joe and Barbara Charles Center for Urology. The couple’s donation enables JMC to create more access to urological care, acquire more state-of-the-art technology and to create a team to specialize in general urology and urological cancers. “It is our desire that the new center employ the latest cutting-edge protocols, working to provide best-in-class […] The post Generous Donation Establishes New Urology Center first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

West Palm Beach’s Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League jumped into action, after more than 200 dogs are rescued from a dire hoarding situation. It happened about 3½ hours north in Putnam County. Police there say an elderly owner fed the dogs but was unable to properly care for them. Due to the lack of spaying and neutering, the dogs reproduced […] The post Rescue Mission first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

It was a big win for Promise Fund of Florida, receiving $50,000 at the prestigious Florida Blue Sapphire Award Ceremony. The Florida Blue Foundation honors individuals, organization and programs that have a record of improving people’s health and quality of life through leadership, innovative ideas, demonstrated outcomes and excellence. “As I sat among an audience of 800 peers, I felt […] The post The Promise Fund of Florida first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

In recognition of Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, we shed light on a groundbreaking initiative that is transforming the landscape of jaw reconstruction. Good Samaritan Medical Center, in collaboration with leading surgeons like Dr. Anastasiya Quimby, is pioneering a Comprehensive Reconstruction of the Jaw (CRJ) Program, offering hope and restoration to patients facing the daunting prospect of losing their […] The post Good Samaritan Medical Center highlights Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Tampa General moves to the head of the class, being named one of 10 organizations nationwide for the “Modern Healthcare” Innovators Class of 2024. The award highlights leaders and organizations who are driving innovation that improves care, achieves measurable results, and advances the clinical and financial goals of the organization. “At Tampa General, we’re dedicated to driving innovation by leveraging […] The post Industry Innovator first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

We spend a lot of time as Americans thinking about generations — which one we’re from and what that means for us. But as thoughtful people have been pointing out for hundreds of years, comparisons are odious. We can’t live up to or down from a previous generation because the challenges, the circumstances, the tools and the opportunities aren’t the […] The post The Long Generation first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Whether you’re a bird lover or a fledgling bird enthusiast, Audubon Florida is offering a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the more than 500 species of birds that call Florida home. It’s the 2024 Audubon Florida Birdathon, and you can sign up to be part of the action. Just choose 24 hours period between […] The post All About the Birds first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.

Used to be, old people sat on porches, back when it was harder to get old, anyway. If they did manage to reach old age, they frequently lived in the homes of their children, where privacy may have been defined differently than it is these days. For roughly 350 years in America, ever since the Puritans arrived with their notions […] The post BABY BOOMER SEX first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.