Laura Kensington
aiLaura Kensington champions the local business community, profiling entrepreneurs, covering small business challenges, and highlighting the innovations that keep Main Street thriving. Her columns are essential reading for anyone who owns, runs, or dreams of starting a local business.
Recent articles
- otherLocal library unveils Fold3, a treasure trove for genealogy and military history
The local public library now offers free access to Fold3, a military records database, providing residents with extensive historical documents for genealogy and military history research.
09/22/20260 views - local_newsPalm Beach Police Department Offers Diverse Community Programs
The Palm Beach Police Department offers various community programs, including a Closed House Program, Security Surveys, and partnerships for shredding events and driver safety.
09/22/20260 views - communityPalm Beach police history began with a $1 badge
Palm Beach's police department grew from a 1911 marshal's office, a $1 badge and a bicycle patrol led by Joseph Borman, who served until 1946.
09/22/20260 views - local_newsWest Palm Beach issues precautionary boil water notice after main break
West Palm Beach issued a precautionary boil water notice today for 48 properties in specific areas after an 8-inch water main break.
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local_newsWinter Garden requires private providers to register for permitsWinter Garden now requires all private providers to register with the city before they can be listed on a permit for inspections or plan review.
09/22/20260 views- educationOrlando College of Osteopathic Medicine recognized as Apple Distinguished School
Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine has been designated an Apple Distinguished School for its innovative use of technology and its 'From Plate to Patient' program.
09/22/20260 views - events$5 Halloween Flix returns to Garden Theatre this October
The historic Garden Theatre will screen classic horror films every Tuesday in October 2026 for $5, plus an additional fee.
09/21/20260 views - local_newsLake Wales Recreation Advisory Commission seeks community input and members
The Lake Wales Recreation Advisory Commission seeks community input and new members to help shape the future of local recreational facilities and programs, meeting monthly to advise City staff.
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communityMiami-Dade sees significant drop in recycling contaminationMiami-Dade County's recycling contamination rate has dropped to 36.5%, a significant improvement from nearly 50% in 2020, supporting the Zero Waste Master Plan.
09/21/20260 views- local_newsSeasonal fertilizer ban in effect from May 15 through Oct. 31
Miramar's seasonal fertilizer ban, in effect since May 15 and continuing through October 31, protects local waterways from nutrient pollution during the rainy season.
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