Press Releases
2025 Property Tax Season Begins November 1
2025 Property Tax Season Begins November 1Tax Collector Gannon Announces Property Tax Bills Are in the Mail West Palm Beach, Fla. –Constitutional Tax Collector Anne M. Gannon announced today the start of the 2025 Property Tax season with approximately 620,972 property tax bills being mailed to property owners throughout Palm Beach County. More than $6.197 billion is expected to be collected this year. This local revenue will be used to fund critical county and municipal public services, such as the
How to Stay Safe from Major Scams
We’re not trying to be alarmist when we say scams are on the rise. But there is significant danger to residents if they are not careful. The United States Internet Crime Complaint Center reported that South Floridians lost more than $12 million to impersonation scams last year. The threat is real, and my office is Here to Help.The best way to protect yourself is to spot the signs. In one type of scam, fraudsters impersonating the Sheriff’s office call and claim you missed jury duty, threatening to arrest
WOOF! American Humane Society Announces Hero Dog Awards Finalists
PALM BEACH, FL – Today, American Humane Society, the country’s first national animal welfare organization, announced which of the 25 courageous semi-finalists have been selected as the top five finalists for the 15th Annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards. The Hero Dog Awards is a nationwide competition that searches for and recognizes America’s standout dogs in five categories: Service and Guide/Hearing Dogs, Emerging Hero and Shelter Dogs, Law Enforcement and First Responder Dogs, Military Dogs, and
Thanksgiving at Hilton West Palm Beach
Thanksgiving is simmering on the horizon, and Hilton West Palm Beach welcomes all to celebrate the season with comforting flavors, crafted cocktails, and good company. Galley, the hotel’s signature restaurant, and Chef de Cuisine Joel Rodriguez will present a family-style four-course prix fixe menu featuring beloved Thanksgiving classics, from Butternut Squash Bisque and juicy Turkey Breast Roulade to Gooey Pumpkin Pie with Cinnamon Whipped Cream. Thanksgiving Menu: FIRST COURSEBUTTERNUT SQUASH
American Humane Society to Host Free Pet Wellness Clinic at Belle Glade Library
BELLE GLADE, FL – In a continued effort to serve under-resourced communities and help ensure pets receive the care they need, American Humane Society will host a free Pet Wellness Clinic on Thursday, October 30, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Belle Glade Public Library. This important community event–held with generous support from Mars, PEDIGREE Foundation, Banfield Pet Hospital, and VCA Animal Hospitals–will offer free rabies vaccinations, combo vaccines, flea and tick prevention, and microchipping for
Morikami Museum Welcomes New Institutional Advancement Director
DELRAY BEACH, FL – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is pleased to announce the appointment of Roberta Kjelgaard as its new Institutional Advancement Director. A seasoned arts and culture leader with more than two decades of development experience, Kjelgaard brings a powerful combination of strategic vision, fundraising expertise, and deep commitment to cultural institutions. As Institutional Advancement Director, Kjelgaard will lead philanthropic and fundraising efforts to support Morikami’s
Eight Lesser Law Firm Attorneys Named to 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers® in America
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel is proud to announce that eight of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers ® in America. Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser is joined by Partners Joseph B. Landy, Glenn E. Siegel, Joshua D. Ferraro, Jeffrey F. Gordon and Steven J. Clarfield and Senior Counsel Michael S. Smith as recipients of the Best Lawyers in America ® Award. Firm Attorney Imani M. Williams is recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch ® in America. “Our
Comcast Unveils New $5.9 Million Florida Region Headquarters in West Palm Beach
Comcast marked the grand opening of its new Florida Region headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, marking a significant investment in the local community and the company's continued commitment to the employee experience.The new facility spans 42,000 square feet, with 34,000 square feet fully renovated with modern features that foster creativity, innovation and well-being. The $5.9 million investment supports more than 200 employees who will work out of the new location. Their roles span from field
Lesser Law Firm Welcomes Tami R. Wolfe as Partner, Expands with New Broward Office
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC, a 98-year-old personal injury law firm renowned for its commitment to fighting for the best results, is pleased to announce that Tami R. Wolfe has joined the firm as a Partner.Wolfe will spearhead the opening of the Firm’s new Broward County office, marking a significant expansion in the firm’s unparalleled service to personal injury clients across Florida.“Tami’s extensive experience, her outstanding reputation in the legal community, and her deep
MHCommercial Real Estate Fund II Acquires Grocery-Anchored Retail Center Merritt Crossing on Florida’s Space Coast for $9,135,000 ($102/SF)
MHCommercial Real Estate Fund II Acquires Grocery-Anchored Retail Center Merritt Crossing on Florida’s Space Coast for $9,135,000 ($102/SF) West Palm Beach, FL – MHCommercial Real Estate Fund II (“MHCREFII”), a South Florida based real estate private equity fund, has purchased Merritt Crossing, a 90,000 square-foot grocery anchored retail center located in the heart of Merritt Island, Florida, for $9,135,000 ($102/SF). The acquisition of Merritt Crossing brings total purchases by MHCREFII and its
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Comcast Names Romy Seals as Vice President of Finance for the Florida Region
Comcast today announced Romy Seals has been appointed Vice President of Finance for the company’s Florida Region. In this role, Seals will lead the region’s financial strategy and operations, supporting Comcast’s continued growth and customer experience initiatives across a highly competitive footprint. Leading Financial Strategy Across a Competitive Market Seals will oversee a team which manages customer experience, project management, business operations, and financial reporting for Comcast’s Florida
Too Many Voices, One You: Winning Clarity in a Noisy Local Scene
When you're one of dozens—maybe hundreds—of businesses vying for attention in a single ZIP code, clarity isn’t just nice to have. It’s your survival tactic. Customers don’t have time to decode your pitch. You’ve got seconds—maybe less—to spark connection and plant a reason to care. What you say, how you say it, and where it shows up matters more now than ever. This isn’t about volume or slickness. It’s about saying the right thing, the right way, at the right moment, with just enough friction to earn
Forum Club Unveils Leadership for Historic 50th Anniversary Season
Forum Club Unveils Leadership for Historic 50th Anniversary Season West Palm Beach, Fla. – The Forum Club of the Palm Beaches today announced its 2025-2026 Executive Committee and Board of Directors, marking a historic milestone as the organization enters its 50th anniversary season. The Forum Club is Florida’s largest nonpartisan political and public affairs organization, renowned for bringing together nearly 800 community leaders and hosting national and international figures from across the ideological
Comcast Builds All-New Fiber Internet Network in Westlake, Florida
A new and powerful fiber Internet network is being built across Westlake, Florida. Once finished, more than 1,200 homes and businesses will have access to reliable and ultra-fast Internet, mobile, streaming, and other services with Xfinity and Comcast Business. The construction is being completed in phases and will continue through 2026. Comcast is already making significant progress on the network build. Construction is finished in The Pines, The Terraces 1 & 2 and Woodlands communities, enabling more
Five Lesser Law Firm Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers®
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith and Siegel, PLLC is pleased to announce that five of our attorneys have been selected to the 2025 Florida Super Lawyers list. The Super Lawyers honorees are Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser and Partners Joseph B. Landy, Michael S. Smith and Michael V. Baxter. Attorney Imani M. Williams is recognized as a Rising Star for the second consecutive year. This marks 20 years and the 17th consecutive year that Gary Lesser, Joseph Landy and Michael Smith have been
Medical Malpractice Attorney Michael Baxter Joins Lesser Law Firm as Partner
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Lesser, Landy, Smith and Siegel, PLLC is proud to announce that seasoned trial attorney Michael V. Baxter has joined the firm as a Partner in its West Palm Beach office where he will focus his practice on representing individuals and families who have been catastrophically injured due to medical negligence. With nearly three decades of legal experience, Baxter brings a powerful combination of courtroom skill and deep knowledge of medical malpractice litigation. “Mike Baxter is well
Comcast Launches Five-Year Price Guarantee for Xfinity Internet Customers
For the first time, Comcast is introducing the option to choose a five-year price guarantee when customers sign up for a new Xfinity Internet package. The nationwide offer includes Xfinity’s best-in-class WiFi gateway and unlimited data – for one simple monthly price starting as low as $55 per month. The rate is locked in for five years with no annual contract required, giving customers the freedom and flexibility to cancel at any time without penalty. The price guarantee is rolling out as part of
Clerks for Arts Raises $4,760 for Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School’s Art Program
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (April 17, 2025) – The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County raised $4,760 for Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School’s art program through employee donations and a public art auction. Students from Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School in suburban Lake Worth created unique pieces for Clerks for Arts, a program that helps students show off their artistic talents and raise money for their school art programs, which were then sold at auction to raise money for the
Clerk Abruzzo Launches New Online Tool for Taxpayers to See How Their Money is Spent
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (March 17, 2025) – A new online financial transparency tool launched by Joseph Abruzzo, Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller for Palm Beach County, provides access to information relating to Palm Beach County financial activities. OpenGov is an interactive online portal that provides access to county financial records. Users can search the county’s “checkbook” by vendor name, review one-cent surtax expenses and revenues, the county’s annual revenues and expenses and more. OpenGov
NAI Merin Hunter Codman’s Jay M. Grossman and Richard W. Brockney Complete 40,000 SF of Leasing at 951 Yamato Road, Boca Raton.
Press Release For immediate release:January 29, 2025Melissa MulcahyNAI/Merin Hunter CodmanPhone: 561-471-8000mmulcahy@mhcreal.com NAI Merin Hunter Codman’s Jay M. Grossman and Richard W. Brockney Complete 40,000 SF of Leasing at 951 Yamato Road, Boca Raton.- 951 Yamato is now 94% occupied. - Boca Raton, FL – One of South Florida’s leading commercial real estate services firms, NAI/Merin Hunter Codman, Inc., announced that President, Jay M. Grossman and Managing Director,
Lesser Law Firm Announces Name Change
We are proud to announce that our Firm has changed its name to Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC. The name change acknowledges the significant contributions of Firm Partner Glenn Siegel and marks an exciting new chapter in our almost 98-year history as a personal injury law firm in Florida. “Glenn has worked in our firm for almost the entirety of his lengthy legal career,” Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser said. “He exemplifies our values of working hard to get great results for our clients with personal
Clerk Abruzzo Offering Free Passport Photos in Palm Beach County for Veterans, Service Members
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (January 14, 2025) – Joseph Abruzzo, Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller for Palm Beach County, is proud to permanently offer free passport photos for veterans, active-duty military and reservists when they apply for a new passport or renew an expired passport and cannot renew by mail.“Our service members give our nation so much and their dedication to our country is unparalleled,” said Clerk Abruzzo. “Waiving this fee is one way our office and community can show our appreciation
Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s Finance Team Recognized with Top Award for Transparency and Accountability
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (December 4, 2024) – The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County, has once again demonstrated its commitment to financial reporting and transparency. For the 35th consecutive year, the office has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. This prestigious recognition acknowledges the Clerk's office's outstanding work in its
