A modified plan to renovate the historic Paramount Theatre building, with the addition of retail space, four homes and underground parking, stalled before the Town Council at its January 10 meeting. The council voted unanimously to defer the…

Our Town by William Kelly: Town Defers Paramount Restoration Plan Amid Neighbors’ Opposition A modified plan to renovate the historic Paramount Theatre building, with the addition of retail space, four homes and underground parking, stalled…

You're Invited: "Where have all the Songbirds Gone?" III Learn how to restore a toxin-free Palm Beach Join the Civic Association and community sponsors on February 5, 2024 at Palm Beach Town Hall for the 3rd Annual, "Where have all the…

A standing-room-only crowd gathered at Tuesday’s Town Council meeting to hear a developer’s preliminary plans for a residential redevelopment of the Wells Fargo bank site at the corner of South County Road and Royal Palm Way. The…

From determining the future source of your drinking water to traffic and parking management and zoning reform, Palm Beach TV is on top of the issues that will impact the Island in 2024. Here is a preview of the stories that are front and center this…

Fire Chief Darrel Donatto to retire in January; Sean Baker named new chief Palm Beach Fire Chief Darrel Donatto, who carved a reputation for innovative leadership and who strengthened ties between the department and the community, will retire next…

Operation Blue Santa, the Palm Beach PD’s annual toy drive, spreads holiday magic throughout a local school, plus, meet the town’s new Employee of the Year, and big news from the island’s Fire Chief in this edition of Palm Beach…

Palm Beach TV December 21, 2023 Operation Blue Santa, the Palm Beach PD’s annual toy drive, spreads holiday magic throughout a local school, plus, meet the town’s new Employee of the Year, and big news from the island’s Fire…

A former yard trash collector who climbed the ladder to become a utilities supervisor has been named the Town of Palm Beach’s employee of the year for 2023. Reginald Williams, an 18-year veteran of the Public Works Department, received…

I wish a Happy Chanukah to all of our residents who Celebrate this Festival of Lights. At the Bradley Park Menorah lighting, the Rabbis reiterated the need to be a light in this time of darkness. During this Chanukah celebration, Rabbi Scheiner in…

In this edition of Palm Beach TV: important updates regarding traffic and parking solutions on the island. Plus, a step inside a traveling Holocaust exhibit as it makes a stop in Palm Beach. And, holiday cheer as the Palm Beach Civic…

John “Skip” Randolph is stepping down as Palm Beach’s town attorney after 44 years at the post. Mayor Danielle Moore announced at Tuesday’s Town Council meeting that Randolph would be leaving at the end of this month. She…

One of the most anticipated events in Palm Beach – the reopening of the long-shuttered Royal Poinciana Playhouse – is still a year away. But Palm Beach Civic Association directors haven’t had to wait that long for an early glimpse…

In Memoriam George Cohon (1937-2023) Business pioneer and Civic Association leader George Cohon, a business executive who introduced McDonald’s restaurants to Canada and Russia, and a longtime Palm Beach Civic Association director, died on…

Anne M. Gannon In this episode of Studio 33480 Palm Beach Civic Association Tax and Finance Committee Chair Mark Zeidman talks to Palm Beach County Tax Collector Anne Gannon about how to read your tax bill and money saving deadlines. Watch the…

NBC's News Political Analyst Chuck Todd to headline Annual Award Breakfast Chuck Todd, a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, will be the guest speaker at the Palm Beach Civic Association’s Community Service Award breakfast on March…

NBC's News Political Analyst Chuck Todd to headline Annual Award Breakfast Chuck Todd, a five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, will be the guest speaker at the Palm Beach Civic Association’s Community Service Award breakfast on March…

Palm Beach now offers resident parking stickers The town is rolling out a new parking sticker program for the benefit of Palm Beach residents. Today (Monday, Nov. 13) is the first day that residents can buy the stickers, which enable them…

Palm Beach never sleeps – not even during the summers while seasonal residents are away. This year’s off-season was especially eventful, Town Council President Margaret Zeidman told a Palm Beach Civic Association audience on Tuesday.…

Civic Association forum to spotlight zoning and development in Palm Beach -- by William Kelly Communications Coordinator Our Town by William Kelly: Civic Association forum to spotlight zoning and development in Palm Beach The Palm Beach Civic…

John David Corey to seek Town Council seat held by Zeidman John David Corey, a member of the town’s Architectural Commission, announced Thursday his intention to run in the March 19 town election for the Group 3 Town Council seat. The Group…

The Palm Beach Civic Association is pleased to welcome Cleveland Clinic Florida as the new sponsor of our Our Town news articles. Cleveland Clinic Florida is a not-for-profit multi-specialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and…

Hundreds of people gathered at the Palm Beach Synagogue Tuesday in a display of support for Israel following last Saturday’s attacks by Hamas militants that killed hundreds of Israelis and injured thousands of others. Rabbi Moshe Scheiner…

hristine Perretta Sea turtle hatchlings are emerging from nests along the Palm Beach coastline and attempting to make their way to the sea. The problem is, coastal lighting often distracts them. In this episode of Studio 33480 find out how to…

Town Council gives final nod to bigger budget and lower tax rate for coming fiscal year by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The Town Council approved on Thursday a $104.8 million operating budget for the fiscal year that begins Oct. 1. …

With Labor Day behind us, most local schools are now back in session. Claudia Shea takes us to Palm Beach Day Academy where new school year excitement is running high as students and staff continue the school's more than 100-year commitment to…

Hurricane Idalia roars ashore along the Gulf Coast of Florida, underscoring the importance of a strong shoreline. The annual report card is in on the health of the island’s beaches, and there’s a temporary drawbridge schedule change that…

Sea turtle nesting on track for a record-setting year. But artificial lighting continues to threaten hatchlings on town beaches during nesting season. by William Kelly Communications Coordinator This year’s sea-turtle nesting season could…

Kelly Smallridge From Worth Avenue to West Palm Beach and surrounding towns, Palm Beach County has earned the moniker ‘Wall Street South’ for good reason. This area continues to evolve into a magnet for financial services and life…

Town beaches show long-term sand gains, consultant says by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The town’s beaches are gaining sand over the long term and are generally in good and stable condition, according to an annual report…

Michael Burke Palm Beach County Superintendent of Schools, Mike Burke, joins the Palm Beach Civic Association in Studio 33480 as the 2023-2024 school year gets underway. He discusses how school taxes paid by Palm Beach residents are spent, gives…

In this edition of PBTV: Fallout from the demolition of the Royal Poinciana Playhouse. The Landmarks Preservation Commission weighs in. Plus, what town leaders are doing to ensure safe pesticide practices, and a new chapter for a 102-year-old school…

Town preservation board discusses playhouse demolition by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The near-total demolition of the Royal Poinciana Playhouse, once thought to be protected by its historic landmark status, has sent a shockwave…

Playhouse Demolition Discussion by William Kelly Communications Coordinator A town board will review the Royal Poinciana Playhouse reconstruction project on Wednesday amid concerns that extensive demolition of the landmarked building may have…

Palm Beach TV Sundays Need a ride around town and want to leave your car and wallet behind? Palm Beach TV catches a ride with Circuit, a ride sharing program that is easing parking and traffic woes on Palm Beach. View the newscast HERE. Ride…

Inflation fuels 75 percent cost hike for utility burial by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The next phase of the townwide burial of overhead utility lines will cost $10.5 million – which is 75 percent higher than the town had…

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Palm Beach TV August 10, 2023 In this edition of Palm Beach TV, sea turtle nest monitoring. What is being done to protect nests and hatchlings and how you can help. Plus, a legislative update on measures impacting Palm Beach, and how the Palm…

Town Council members question scope of Playhouse demolition by William Kelly Communications Coordinator Town Council members expressed surprise and concern Tuesday at the extensive demolition performed on the landmarked Royal Poinciana…

Palm Beach TV August 3, 2023 Soaring temperatures are threatening marine life. Scientists share insight and underwater evidence of the challenges with the Palm Beach Civic Association. And, the Town of Palm Beach launches a new website. How this…

Palm Beach’s utility burial program faces $13 million shortfall by William Kelly Communications Coordinator Inflation is expected to drive the cost of burying all overhead utility lines on the island upward by about $13 million, town…

Palm Beach TV July 27, 2023 In this week’s Palm Beach TV, if you vote-by-mail there’s a change in the law you need to know about. We have dramatic footage of the demolition under way at the Royal Poinciana Playhouse – and some…

Palm Beach Civic Association communications team earns 2023 Bernays Award by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The Palm Beach Civic Association has been honored with a 2023 Bernays Award from the Gold Coast PR Council for excellence in…

Royal Poinciana Playhouse renovation enters demolition phase by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The Royal Poinciana Playhouse is undergoing extensive exterior and interior demolition as part of the renovation of the landmarked building. …

Landmarks panel returns Paramount project to drawing board by William Kelly Communications Coordinator The Landmarks Preservation Commission reviewed on Wednesday a modified plan to renovate the historic Paramount Theater building and add an…

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