(Press Release) ​Boca Raton, FL (May 20, 2026) --Boca Helping Hands’ (BHH) Board of Directors has elevated Executive Director Andrew Hagen to Chief Executive Officer, reflecting the organization’s continued growth and expanding impact. Boca Helping Hands provides food assistance and workforce development programs, helping thousands of local residents move from crisis to stability. Dr. Hagen, a Boca Raton resident of 20 years, was appointed Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands in June 2025 after serving eight years on the organization’s Board and as a long-time volunteer.
 
“This change reflects not just a new title, but a new season of leadership as Boca Helping Hands continues to grow in impact and vision,” said Dr. Hagen. "We have a span that is remarkable. We serve kids, seniors, families—everybody.”
 
The Board’s decision aligns with a strengthened organizational structure and its evolving role focused on governance and strategy, enabling staff leadership to focus on daily operations.

(Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL (May 19, 2026) — Cardinal Newman High School celebrated its historic 2025 FHSAA Class 1A Football State Championship season with a special Ring Ceremony on May 14, honoring the players, coaches, and legendary former Head Coach Sam Budnyk, whose 46-year tenure helped lay the foundation for the success of Crusader football.

(Press Release) SINGER ISLAND, FL – Amrit Ocean Resort is pleased to debut its inaugural Amrit Food & Wine Showcase on Thursday, June 18, inviting guests to experience an elevated evening of progressive dining across the resort’s signature restaurant venues.
 
Beginning at 5 p.m., guests will travel through LaLa, Tula, AYRE by Karma, Jeevi, and Taaza, savoring chef-curated tastings at each stop. VIP admission includes early access at 4 p.m., featuring a private pre-event cocktail reception, exclusive lounge privileges, and a post-event nightcap experience.

(Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL – May 19, 2026 – Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS) announced today it will host free monthly Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) trainings at the Recovery Community HUB of Riviera Beach. Open to the public, the classes are designed to equip adults with essential skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges.
 
The monthly sessions are made possible through a partnership between Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service, The City of Lake Worth Beach, Drug Abuse Foundation, and The Recovery Community HUB of Riviera Beach.

(Press Release) Boca Raton, Fla. (May 19 , 2026) - More than 300 guests gathered for the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center’s (Levis JCC) Helene & Roy Schwedelson Special Needs Department’s 11th Annual Shine Like A Star Luncheon, held April 24 at Boca West Country Club.

The inspiring afternoon brought together community members, families, advocates and supporters for a meaningful event benefiting the Levis JCC’s programs and services for individuals with special needs and their families. Guests enjoyed a silent auction, luncheon and a featured presentation by autism advocate Kaelynn Partlow, star of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum.

(Press Release) (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) – The Education Foundation of Palm Beach County (EFPBC) hosted the 5th Annual Bill Malone FORE Our Schools Golf Tournament, presented by the Moss Foundation, on April 24 at the PGA National Resort. With incredible community support, the sold-out tournament soared past fundraising goals, raising more than $500,000 for public education initiatives, programs, classroom grants and essential school supplies for Title I schools across the School District of Palm Beach County.