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DuBois Park in Jupiter, Florida was recognized for its supreme recreation and park facilities for the very best design, granted the National Award. The park is located at 19075 DuBois Road which is documented in history as Harry DuBois built his home 1897; the home and the Jupiter Inlet are both listed as the National Register of Historic Places.

With the historic home on the hill and the amazing view of the Jupiter inlet, rests the 18 acre park which is connected by a foot bridge to 46 acre oceanfront Jupiter Beach Park. The setting is most tropical, with palm trees lining the shoreline and grills and picnic areas. There is so much activity for an outdoor enthusiast, whether you are a local or a visiting the area. There are 17 boat slips, a jetty for…

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According to a report released Tuesday by the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches the number of single family homes sold last month countywide was 1,636.  That number of sold homes was equal with May 2014, but 21percent higher than the same time last year in 2013.

Statewide, Florida has seen an increase of 5 percent in the median price for a single family home, up from 2013 and an increase of 3 percent from May 2014.  The volume of sales last month was 23,181, a 15 percent annual increase and 1 percent higher than May 2014.

June 2014 marked the 31st  consecutive month in which sale prices rose statewide on an annual measure for both single-family homes and condominiums.

Palm Beach County condominiums sold in June at a 20 percent increase

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 cocha_marina_1488According to the recorded deed, Concha Marina, Ivana Trump’s landmarked oceanfront Palm Beach estate sold last week for $16.6 million dollars. She purchased the home 20 years ago, after her split from ex-husband Donald Trump. 

Mrs. Trump paid $4.4 million for the house in 1994; two years after her divorce became final.

The home is a magnificent Addison Mizner estate with many of the original details intact.  Mr. Mizner was an American resort architect whose Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial Revival style interpretations left an "indelible stamp on South Florida" and continues to inspire architects to present day.

The estate has nine bedrooms with 14,406 square feet of living space.   The Spanish – Mediterranean style house is situated upon a lot…

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A “Fantasy 5” lottery ticket that was sold in Palm Beach Gardens is worth more than $177,000 after Sunday’s, June 20, 2014 drawing, according to Florida Lottery officials.

The ticket was purchased at Publix Market, located at 4101 Hood Road, and is worth $177,632.48.

The winning numbers are 8-10-14-28-33. CONGRATULATIONS to the winner!

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The summer sun can really affect your skin in many ways. The most common problem people complain about is pigmentation and deep wrinkles caused by sun exposure. Just by living, it is next to impossible to stay out of the beautiful sunshine.  It is essential to ALWAYS properly protect your skin from sun damage by wearing sunscreens, harts, and proper clothing.

It is okay to be in the sun for short periods of time without sunscreen or some kind of protection? It is NEVER okay to be in the sun without protection. Even after 15 minutes of direct sun exposure experts can track UV damage to the exposed cells.  It is recommended to use a broad spectrum SPF of 40 or higher.  Most consumers do not realize that sunscreens lose their efficacy throughout the…

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Homes in our area are built overlooking the azure blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the tranquil waters of the Intracoastal Waterway, or the wild and scenic Loxahatchee River.  Waterfont living is a relaxed, yet luxurious lifestyle centered around our gorgeous coastline.

Jupiter, Jupiter Island, Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach Gardens, Stuart and the surrounding areas offer waterfront living with a quiet place settle down and enjoy the sunset.  The area also offers world class dining, shopping, and a vibrant cultural arts scene with Palm Beach and Miami just minutes away.

So whether you are beach lover, golfer, boater married to a nature lover dreaming of owning a waterfront property consider this area.  Speak to a Waterfront Properties and…

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Admirals Cove is committed to families.  The youth program at The Club at Admirals Cove is called the “Covesters”.   The kids programs at Admirals Cove include Camp at the Cove, youth fishing, Movie, night, family night, homework assistance, tennis, golf, holiday parties, birthday parties, and so much more. 

Get the family together and join in the fun. Play bingo, trivia, sing karaoke, board games or sport challenges offered every third Saturday of the month. 

Every Friday night from 6-9pm there are a variety of exciting indoor and outdoor activities. One group will get started with crafts, while the other group tests their skill with and exciting outdoor sport ( perhaps on the half court basketball hoop or swimming pool).  Trained counselors will…

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Will All Aboard Florida be stopped in their tracks? New high-powered group formed to stop the train.  The recently formed Citizens Against Rail Expansion (CARE FL) has joined the campaign to combat the proposed passenger trains and increased freight trains running through our area. CARE FL hired a highly skilled Washington D.C. attorney with experience in fighting rail projects.

“The more opposition the better,” said a K.C. Taylor, a representative from Not All Aboard.  Not All Aboard collected nearly 20,000 signatures on their online petition and in person.  “I’m excited there’s another group that’s going to spread awareness.”

A recent letter to Governor Rick Scott outlining the environment, quality of life, and safety related concerns of the…

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Weekly Fishing Report 7.11.14
 
OFFSHORE –Along with the South Florida heat, the dolphin bite is red hot right now, off the Coast of Palm Beach County from Jupiter to Boca Raton. In Jupiter, the best depths of catching these bulls seem to be in 260-280 feet and around 500 feet because of the really nice weed lines gaining together in those ranges.
Sailfish have been reported in 200-300 feet from the Lake Worth/Palm Beach Inlet; Kingfish are also running in 95-105 feet.
On the bottom floor, yellowtail, mangrove and vermilion snapper are chewing in 75-95 feet along with the occasional mutton snapper. Red Grouper are showing up, however, most of them are undersized.
It has been a mixed bag off Boynton Beach, with kingfish, dolphin, blackfin tuna, cobia and…

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Jupiter’s Carlin Park will be cloaked in mystery July 12-15 and July 19-22 for the 12th Shakespeare by the Sea Festival.  The Seabreeze Amphitheater will be transformed into a deserted island for this adaptation of the Shakespeare classic comedy of the “Twelfth Night” as it is reimagined with a contemporary twist.

Although the “Twelfth Night” is being revisited again at the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival after 22 years “ this production promises to be more complex than ones done in the past” according to Executive Producer Kermit Chrisman.  They have infused the concept of plane crashes and landing in the setting of the 400-year-old classic tale, on a deserted island theme.  A must see concept.

While diverging from the original setting, the play…

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