Father’s Day is coming up this Sunday (June 21), so if you want to do something fun for your Dad it’s time to start planning. Here are a few Father’s Day suggestions for those who live in the Palm Beaches.

Go Paddleboarding

It's always a good idea to take Dad out on the water. The Palm Beaches have 125 miles of tropical waterways, so treating him to a paddleboard or kayak is a surefire hit. There are many places to go kayaking or paddling, including the Jupiter Inlet, Lake Worth Lagoon, and sections of the Intracoastal Waterway. You can rent the needed gear at places like Jupiter Outdoor Center, Blueline Surf and Paddle Co. or Visit Palm Beach. Odds are that there’s an outfitter near you, no matter where you’re staying in The Palm Beaches.

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South Florida, and especially West Palm Beach, is a great place to live if you love your dog. With year-round good weather and acres of open space, your dog will be healthy and happy. For those who like to bring their pet along, there are also a number of pet-friendly restaurants in the Palm Beaches offering accommodations.

Here are 10 of the best pet-friendly restaurants and bars in the Palm Beaches.

Darbster

Named in honor of the owner’s own rescue pup, Darbster offers a very welcoming atmosphere for dogs (and humans too)! This hip vegan bistro boasts a lovely waterside deck and a creative menu offering natural, organic, and vegetarian options. From soups and salads to sandwiches and innovative entrees, there is something for everyone here.…

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With most of Jupiter and the Palm Beaches back to normal, here are some things you and your kids might want to do if you feel like getting out of the house and having some fun.

Explore the Jupiter Lighthouse and Museum

Experience a guided tour of the circa-1860 landmark Jupiter Lighthouse. Wander through the waterfront History Museum located in the restored WWII Naval housing quarters building. Outside, visit the Lighthouse Keeper’s Workshop, Tindall Pioneer Homestead, and Seminole Chickee.

Explore Lion Country Safari

At Lion Country Safari, you and your family can see more than 900 wild animals, such as lions, giraffe, zebras, ostrich, and rhinos, on a South Florida safari. After taking the four-mile drive safari, explore Safari World…

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Imagine flying over the tall grass, wetlands of Florida’s Everglades on an airboat. You will be gliding over the meter-tall grasses, deep and shallow waters of one of the country’s most precious national parks. Alligators, snakes, fish, and birds will all be within a few feet from the safety of the airboat. Airboat tours are the best way to see all that the vast Everglades have to offer.

Everglades National Park spans an impressive 1.5 million acres.  Comprised of wetland preserve on the southern tip of the state of Florida, the Everglades is home to a multitude of habitats and animals. “Often compared to a grassy, slow-moving river, the Everglades is made up of coastal mangroves, saw grass marshes and pine flat woods that are home to hundreds of…

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The Loxahatchee River District’s ‘The River Center’ has recently reopened and is now ready for Summer visitors. This active water treatment and research center is a great place to bring your kids and explore local wild and marinelife.

The River Center features live aquatic tanks, interactive exhibits, and a touch tank that represent the Loxahatchee River system from a freshwater cypress swamp to the seagrass-dominated estuary to marine ecosystems. The center provides a fun, educational opportunity for school children, adults, visitors, and long-time residents to learn about Florida’s first National Wild and Scenic River.

The River Center’s stated mission is to “FOSTER A SENSE OF ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP FOR THE LOXAHATCHEE RIVER’S DIVERSE…

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Looking for someplace new or different to stay on your next visit? Here are some great hotels and resorts in the Palm Beaches.

Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island, designed to be an immersive wellness experience, will include features like mood-enhancing aromatherapy, posture-supporting heat reflexology floors, and an outdoor spa with a meditation garden and outdoor yoga studios.

A centerpiece of Banyan Cay Resort & Golf in West Palm Beach is its Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, designed with five sets of tees to accommodate all skill levels. A clubhouse, spa and tennis pavilion is also part of the property.

The Brazilian Court Hotel is a chic and romantic location in the center of downtown Palm Beach, with a heated outdoor pool…

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The City of West Palm Beach announced that residents can now file their incident reports online. This is a convenient alternative for non-emergency reports.

The secure new system It's called DORS, or Desk Officer Reporting System.

The city says it's for minor incidents like crashes, shoplifting and crime tips, but not emergencies. For emergencies, people must call 911.

The new portal gives police the ability to get brief information ahead of any potential investigation, improves the efficiency of developing a police report, and mitigates any potential threat of COVID-19 to officers and the public.

Other filing requirements include:

  • The incident is NOT an emergency,
  • The incident occurred within the West Pam Beach City limits,
  • …

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For residents of South Florida, here is some updated coronavirus information you may want to know.

How many cases in South Florida? Palm Beach County has the third-most positive cases in the state behind only Miami-Dade (20,277 cases; 797 deaths) and Broward (8,193 cases; 370 deaths).

How many cases in the Treasure Coast? Martin (958 cases, 15 deaths), St. Lucie (696 cases, 31 deaths) and Indian River (172 cases, 11 deaths).

In the counties near Lake Okeechobee: Hendry County has 580 cases and 19 deaths. Glades County has 104 cases and 1 death. Okeechobee County has 149 cases and no deaths.

Florida

How many cases are in Florida? There are 67,371. There have been 2,889 deaths and 11,185 are currently hospitalized.

Orange County…

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Palm Beach is a luxurious Summer escape. Here are some fun things you and your family can try this Summer on Palm Beach.

Visit the Flagler Museum

Visit this National Historic Landmark to learn more about the most interesting period in America’s history, the Gilded Age. This former home to Florida pioneer Henry Flagler is open year round for visitors and tour groups to admire this grandiose collection of art and elegance. The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission to the museum is $18 for adults, $10 for youth ages 13-17 and $3 for children ages 6-12. Children aged six and under are free of charge.

Golf a Par 3 Course

Rated in the Top 50 Most Fun Golf Courses in…

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As beaches open in Miami, South Florida continues to move forward in its return to normalcy. There are, however, some rules.

Here are the new hours:

Virginia Key Beach Park/North Point: Beach open from 9:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Park open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park: Open Monday – Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday – Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Below are new rules that will be enforced at all Miami beaches:

  • Do not use beach if you are displaying symptoms of COVID-19

  • Face masks are required when entering/exiting the beach; when walking around the beach and paths; and when utilizing the bathroom

  • Stay at least 6 feet away from any beach user not from your household

  • No…

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