West Palm Beach

Warhol, Knick-Knacks, And Prestige At This Year's American International Fine Art Fair

Tricia Woolfenden — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:00:00 +0000

The Faberge jewels and gilded frames showcasing Renaissance-era paintings are still intact, but this year's American International Fine Art Fair (AIFAF) promises a bit more of a modern spin.

West Palm Seniors Teed Off Over Plans For Golf Course

Christine DiMattei — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 13:30:00 +0000

Thousands of West Palm Beach senior citizens will have to wait another month for a decision on a controversial development planned near their retirement community.

After hours of public comment on Thursday, a Palm Beach County Commission meeting ended in a tied vote on the future of the project, named "Reflection Bay."

Developers want to turn an unused golf course next to the West Palm Beach Century Village into a neighborhood of homes and retail stores.

Slideshow: West Palm Beach Marks The Holidays In Florida Fashion

Arianna Prothero — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 14:30:00 +0000

For the second year in a row, West Palm Beach has opted to decorate the city in a very South Florida fashion this holiday season.

Large, intricate holiday themed sand sculptures have been erected all down Clematis Street between Rosemary Avenue and the waterfront.

City of West Palm Beach spokesman Elliot Cohen said the sculptures have been more than festive, they've been good publicity. The largest sculpture is a 35-foot-tall Christmas tree made with 400 tons of sand.

The 9 Best Blocks In South Florida

Deborah Acosta — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 20:48:09 +0000

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For the first time since the 1920’s, young people across the United States are migrating back to the urban cores, and leaving the suburbs behind, according to U.S. Census data.

Gone is the dream of white picket fences and perfectly manicured lawns. This generation favors walkability, vibrant street life, bicycle lanes, and public transportation in their daily lives. Because of this shift in