Lake Clarke is so corrupted by nitrogen and phosphorus it was declared an impaired waterway last fall. Three blue-green algae health alerts have been issued since mid-May for a West Palm Beach spillway where new apartments and kayak launches are planned. ...
Clean water in ample supply is the lifeblood of Palm Beach County. This is true everywhere but especially here because it is vital for our growing economy. Residents want to know when we turn on our taps that our water is safe to drink....
With all due respect for our County Commissioners, throwing money at the affordable housing crisis is the wrong approach. Alternatively, cities and counties across America have adopted policies to address similar problems while targeting multiple related concerns like mental and physical health declines, global warming, pollution’s threat to clear air and water and pedestrian safety....
The wading birds exploded from the grassy wetlands like confetti from a popped balloon. Gawky wood storks and great blue herons with sparks of pink roseate spoonbills circled and swooped, then settled again in a prey-rich pond in the far western reaches of Palm Beach Gardens....