After years of plans, delays and promises, one of downtown Boynton’s biggest developments has officially celebrated its groundbreaking. Ocean One, the eight-story project along Federal Highway just north of Ocean Avenue, will bring 371 luxury rental apartments and roughly 25,500 square feet of shops, restaurants and commercial space to the heart of the city. Construction actually began months ago. But city officials and developers only gathered this past Tuesday to make it official.
Backed by a $108 million construction loan, Ocean One also qualifies for up to $11.5 million in city redevelopment incentives over 14 years. The development will provide 110 public parking spaces - a welcome addition to an area hoping to attract more visitors and businesses. Completion is expected in 2028. For Boynton residents, the project promises new places to shop, dine and gather, along with hundreds of new neighbors and, yes, more traffic. Whether Ocean One finally delivers the vibrant downtown Boynton has envisioned for decades remains the $108 million question.
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Two People, One Big Idea And A Whole Lot of Boynton!
One year ago today, The Boynton Weekly was little more than an idea - a vision of two people determined to make local news a little more colorful. My partner Marilyn and I saw an opportunity to bring Boynton residents something fresh, informative and entertaining. So we rolled up our sleeves and got to work. What followed was a year of experimenting, improving and occasionally wondering where all the hours went! We’ve traveled throughout Boynton, chasing stories, taking pictures and discovering just how much our community has to offer.
Producing two newsletters a week while juggling a full-time job (for me) wasn’t easy, but Marilyn and I poured our hearts into every edition. Today, we’re celebrating 3,200 subscribers and an average of 5,000 views per issue. Not bad for an idea that started from scratch! We’re proud to call Boynton Beach home and have no plans of slowing down. To our wonderful sponsors and loyal readers, thank you for making this first year possible. Here’s to many more!
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🎉This Week’s Featured Events
The Good Day Market – Oktoberfest Edition — Sunday, October 11, from 9:00 am–2:00 pm at 129 E. Ocean Avenue in downtown Boynton Beach. Celebrate fall with a lively Oktoberfest-inspired market featuring more than 50 local vendors selling handmade crafts, specialty foods, plants, vintage treasures and unique gifts. Enjoy a festive atmosphere while supporting local businesses and exploring downtown Boynton. Admission and parking are FREE. For more information click here.
The Monkee Men: A Tribute to The Monkees — Saturday, October 10, at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm, and Sunday, October 11, at 2:00 pm at the Delray Beach Playhouse, 950 NW 9th Street, Delray Beach. Take a nostalgic trip back to the swinging ‘60s with live performances of classics like “I’m a Believer,” “Daydream Believer” and “Last Train to Clarksville.” The show also features a dance-off, a ‘60s costume contest and plenty of good old-fashioned fun. Tickets start at $59. For more information, click here.
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Back to the Moon: Apollo to Artemis — Sunday, October 11, from 3:00–4:00 pm at the West Boynton Branch Library, 9451 Jog Road, Boynton Beach. Blast off on a fascinating journey through America’s exploration of the Moon with NASA engineer and Space Ambassador Jeff Hessel. Discover how the historic Apollo missions paved the way for today’s ambitious Artemis program and humanity’s next chapter in lunar exploration. Admission is FREE. For more information click here.
Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds — Friday and Saturday, October 9–10, from 6:00 pm–midnight at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach. Get ready for a spine-tingling Halloween adventure featuring three haunted houses, creepy characters, and much more. This popular annual attraction promises plenty of screams and thrills! Haunted houses open at 7:00 pm. Admission is $48.50, plus $10 for parking. For more information, click here.
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Boynton's Historic Oyer Sign Gets A New Lease On Life
Some pieces of Boynton Beach history are too special to end up in a dumpster. One is the familiar Harvey Oyer sign at Hurricane Alley, a reminder of the city’s fishing heritage and old Florida charm. With downtown redevelopment moving forward, the sign’s future had become uncertain. But on Tuesday, city officials voted unanimously to preserve and relocate the landmark.
The project carries an estimated $132,000 price tag, with developers contributing $40,000. For longtime residents, the sign represents a connection to the waterfront community that existed long before luxury apartments and towering cranes. Progress may be inevitable, but preserving a slice of history is just as important as building something new.
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🤔 Did You Know?
On October 9, 1985, Boynton Beach Mall opened its doors for the very first time! Now celebrating its 41st anniversary, the mall became much more than a shopping destination. For generations of residents, it was the place to meet friends, hang out after school and make lasting memories.
