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A family tradition: The 27th annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade

Posted About Two Years Ago

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. —

A North Palm Beach family is one of many who've made the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade an annual tradition.

When the parade leaves from North Palm Beach on Dec. 4 to go to the Jupiter Lighthouse, the Daniellos will be there, just as they have been the last 20 years.

For Lou Daniello and his great-grandchildren, the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade really does kick off the holidays.

"It’s just incredible," said Lou Daniello. "There’s nothing like it. I’m really blessed. I feel really blessed for having my family here."

Lou Daniello, his son, Lou Daniello, Jr. and his grandson, Ryan Daniello, first participated in the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade 20 years ago. The boating family has been in the parade ever since, winning prizes along the way and having a merry time while doing it.

"We just love boating and it’s a real good kickoff to the holiday season," said Lou Daniello, Jr. "It’s right in the beginning of December and it gets you in a holiday mood, in a festive mood and of course anything around boats is always fun."

Ryan Daniello said this year, they’re once again taking his boat, called the "Detail Dude." That's the same boat the family used last year.

PBA men's soccer team selected to 6th straight NCAA Tournament

Posted About Two Years Ago

PBA men's soccer team selected to 6th straight NCAA Tournament

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —

After a heart breaking loss to Nova Southeastern in the Sunshine State Conference Tournament semifinals last week, the Palm Beach Atlantic men's soccer team will continue its postseason.

The sailfish were selected as a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament field after the bracket was revealed during the NCAA Selection Show Monday night. The Sailfish ended their regular season with 13-2 record and were 9-1 in conference play. PBA was ranked No. 2 in the nation.

Vote for Sandi Tree to be this year's Best Public Holiday Lights Display

Posted About Two Years Ago

West Palm Beach's premier holiday destination is up for a national award — and needs your help to win. Sandi Tree has been nominated for USA Today's 10Best's Best Public Holiday Light Display. Voting is now open for the Reader's Choice poll and will end on Monday, Dec. 6 at 12 p.m.

The public is asked to vote once per day. To vote, click here.

"We are honored to once again have one of our signature community events nominated," said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James. "We encourage everyone who has enjoyed Sandi and our public light displays to make sure you cast your daily vote.

This year is a big birthday for Sandi, her 10th, and we know a win will make the celebration even sweeter."

This is the second 10Best nomination the city has received. Earlier this year, the city of West Palm Beach won the title of Best Farmers Market in the country for the GreenMarket.

No-swim health advisories issued for six Palm Beach County beaches

Posted About Two Years Ago

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. —

Palm Beach County issued a no-swim health advisory for six beaches Tuesday after water samples showed high levels of bacteria.

The beaches include:

Carlin Park
Riviera Beach
Phil Foster Park
Boynton Beach
Palm Beach Municipal
Lake Worth-Kreusler

The levels were higher than 71 colonies per milliliter of water, which puts the water quality in the poor range. Swimming in these waters could cause diseases, infections or rashes.

Veterans Day Holiday Closure (Palm Beach Gardens)

Posted About Two Years Ago

City Administrative Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Join us for our Veterans Salute Celebration, featuring performances by the 13th Army Band, at 11:00 a.m. at Veterans Plaza Amphitheater (10500 N. Military Trail). Offices will reopen on Friday, November 12 at 8:00 a.m.

The Waste Management pickup schedule will not be effected by this holiday. The Aquatic Complex and Tennis & Pickleball Center will remain OPEN during normal hours of operations on Thursday, November 11.

Week 11 highlights and scores from Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast

Posted About Two Years Ago

Jordan Christian Prep vs. Boca Raton Christian - Week 11:

Boca Raton Christian, 25-0

Everglades Prep vs. Somerset South - Week 11:

Somerset South, 20-0

John I. Leonard vs. Royal Palm Beach - Week 11:

Royal Palm Beach, 17-14

More:

https://www.wpbf.com/article/week-11-highlights-scores-palm-beach-county-treasure-coast/38177430

Volunteers prepare for Special Olympics Duck Dash Sunday in Riviera Beach

Posted About Two Years Ago

RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. —

Volunteers tagged 5,000 rubber ducks Friday in preparation for the race at the Rapids Water Park in Riviera Beach Sunday.

The proceeds go to the Special Olympics of Palm Beach County.

"Special Olympics is always more important to me, because I do tennis, bowling, swimming and I did all four sports," said Brad Davis, the ambassador of Special Olympics Palm Beach County. "That’s why I’m always involved in Special Olympics over like 30 years."

Boynton Beach: Venmo says it will reimburse retired couple who lost everything in Venmo hack

Once you adopt a rubber duck for $5 each, you'll get a number. On Sunday, thousands of rubber ducks will be released down the lazy river, and there will be prizes for the first four ducks that make it to the finish line.

About 3,000 ducks have already been adopted, and there is time to purchase ducks online. To adopt a duck, click here.

Here are some cool prizes you can win if your duck makes it to the top four:

First Place: $1,500 cash
Second Place: Airline tickets
Third Place: Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure Passes
Fourth Place: Rapids Water Park cabana day rental

'Beloved holiday tradition': West Palm Beach celebrates Sandi Tree's 10th birthday

Posted About Two Years Ago

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —

Video above: Last year's lighting of Sandi

Sandi — the world's only 35-foot-tall, 700-ton holiday sand tree — is celebrating its 10th birthday this December in West Palm Beach.

All of the sand sculptures will be constructed during November and then lit at the Clematis by Night Holiday Tree Lighting set for 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 2

“In 10 years, Holiday in Paradise featuring Sandi has cemented itself as a beloved holiday tradition for West Palm Beach residents, families and thousands of visitors to our city,” West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James said. “We welcome everyone to celebrate with us at Holiday in Paradise and to wish Sandi a happy 10th birthday!”

Veterans Salute Celebration! (November 11)

Posted About Two Years Ago

Honoring all who served. Join us on November 11th at 11 a.m. for our Veterans Salute Celebration! This year's tribute will include musical performances by the Florida National Guard 13th Army Band. The presentation of colors will be conducted by the Palm Beach Gardens Police and Fire Honor Guard.