Andrew Marra

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Education Reporter at Palm Beach Post

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West Palm has the 5th most scenic commute in the U.S., a new report says. Do you agree?

2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

West Palm Beach ranks fifth in the U.S. for scenic commutes, according to a study by SIXT+. The study considered factors like commute time, park access, and Instagram hashtags. Many West Palm Beach residents know the pleasure of driving alongside the water on Flagler Drive, or catching a glimpse of the ocean while crossing a bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway into Palm Beach.
Once again, West Palm says the Sunset Lounge’s reopening is near. Is this time for real?

2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James announced the Sunset Lounge is in its final renovation phase and could reopen by late 2025. The project has experienced multiple delays due to planning, community outreach, and a legal challenge. They’ve said it many times before, and now West Palm Beach leaders are saying it again: The storied Sunset Lounge is nearing the end of its 7-year renovation saga and could reopen later this year.
Two boat rental companies ordered to stop operations on West Palm Beach waterfront

2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

Two West Palm Beach waterfront businesses, JetRide and Visit Palm Beach, were ordered to cease some or all operations for violating state dock regulations. Visit Palm Beach removed its floating docks and discontinued most rentals, citing safety concerns. The city was fined $5,000 and ordered to remove unauthorized structures and install signs clarifying public access.
Historic gay bar Roosters reopens in West Palm Beach 5 years after fire

2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

H.G. Roosters, a historic gay bar in West Palm Beach, has reopened after a fire five years ago. The bar, established in 1984, is recognized as Florida's longest-running gay bar and played a key role in organizing the county's first gay pride parade. H.G. Roosters, West Palm Beach’s iconic gay bar, has reopened five years after being destroyed by a fire during the initial months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A 12-story apartment building is coming to a sleepy West Palm Beach office park

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Andrew Marra

A sleepy office and hotel park in an inconspicuous part of West Palm Beach is taking another step toward becoming a more lively neighborhood. City commissioners in April approved plans for a 12-story apartment complex in the Centrepark office park, north of Belvedere Road and just west of Interstate 95. Oasis Tower, at 1415 Centrepark Blvd., would feature 323 apartments, including 81 that would rent at workforce prices, and a nine-story parking garage under the plans approved by commissioners.
A 12-story apartment building is coming to a sleepy West Palm Beach office park

3 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

West Palm Beach commissioners approved a 12-story apartment building for the Centrepark office park. The Oasis Tower will include 323 units, with 81 designated as workforce housing. A sleepy office and hotel park in an inconspicuous part of West Palm Beach is taking another step toward becoming a more lively neighborhood. City commissioners in April approved plans for a 12-story apartment complex in the Centrepark office park, north of Belvedere Road and just west of Interstate 95.
Palm Beach Atlantic professor is latest to declare candidacy for West Palm Beach commission

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Andrew Marra

A Palm Beach Atlantic University professor has become the latest candidate for a seat on the West Palm Beach City Commission. Stephen Sylvester, a physical therapist and professor of health and human performance, filed on May 7 his intent to run for the District 5 commission seat, representing the city’s south end. The election is in March 2026. The seat is currently held by Commissioner Christina Lambert.
Palm Beach Atlantic professor is latest to declare candidacy for West Palm Beach commission

3 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

PBAU professor Stephen Sylvester has filed to run for the West Palm Beach City Commission District 5 seat. Sylvester previously ran against incumbent Christina Lambert in 2020. A Palm Beach Atlantic University professor has become the latest candidate for a seat on the West Palm Beach City Commission. Stephen Sylvester, a physical therapist and professor of health and human performance, filed on May 7 his intent to run for the District 5 commission seat, representing the city’s south end.
18-story Flagler House across from Mar-a-Lago wins initial OK despite 'domino effect' fear

3 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Andrew Marra

West Palm Beach commissioners granted initial approval for an 18-story luxury condo tower across from Mar-a-Lago, despite neighborhood opposition. Residents expressed concerns about the tower's impact on the neighborhood's character and the potential for future high-rise development. A final vote on the project is expected at a future commission meeting.
18-story Flagler House across from Mar-a-Lago wins initial OK despite 'domino effect' fear

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Andrew Marra

Plans for a 18-story luxury condominium tower across the water from Mar-a-Lago have won preliminary approval from West Palm Beach city commissioners over the objections of residents who blasted it as out of character with the surrounding neighborhoods. Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve the project on May 12 after three hours of discussion and debate in the standing-room-only commission chambers at City Hall. It faces a final vote at an upcoming meeting.

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