The Boynton Beach Your Parents Knew Is Gone Forever
Remember Boynton Beach in the 90s? Here's What Changed
Three decades ago, Boynton Beach was a different world. In 1995, the city was home to around 50,000 residents - nearly 33,000 fewer than today’s 83,000 plus population. Interestingly, crime was a persistent concern, with rates significantly higher than they are now. Downtown felt quieter and less connected - still searching for its identity.
A typical home cost a fraction of today’s prices. What $100,000 might have bought you in the mid-90s now requires nearly $400,000! The city leaned heavily on retirees and seasonal visitors, with far less of the international diversity that defines Boynton Beach today. In 2025, nearly one in three residents was born abroad, bringing new cultures and energy to every neighborhood in the city.
As temperatures drop below 50 degrees in Boynton Beach, cold-blooded iguanas experience paralysis and fall from trees, potentially landing on cars, sidewalks, and people before recovering when it warms up. Meanwhile, coyote sightings have increased, including a recent dog attack in Boynton Lakes. To stay safe, residents should secure garbage, pick up fallen fruit, keep pets enclosed, and use short leashes during walks. Visit myfwc.com for more wildlife safety information.
West Boynton Welcomes New Senior Healthcare Facility
Amicus Medical Center, part of the Conviva Care Center family, is opening in 2026 on Hagen Ranch Road near Boynton Beach Blvd. This senior-focused facility will offer primary care physicians and specialists with an emphasis on preventative, holistic care to help patients age gracefully, providing West Boynton residents with expanded healthcare options.
Today we honor all veterans - past and present - in Boynton Beach and across our nation. Your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to protecting our freedoms deserve our deepest gratitude. To those who served and those still serving, thank you for defending America and the values we hold dear.
🎉This Week’s Featured Events
The Second Annual Boynton Beach Business Expo will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Courtyard by Marriott (1601 N. Congress Ave). Hosted by the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, this event offers valuable networking opportunities to showcase your brand and build business relationships. Admission is FREE for Chamber members, $10 for non-members. To exhibit, email jmarguart@boyntonbeach.org or call (561) 395-4433.
The Eudemonia Summit, a three-day health and wellness event, runs November 13-16 at the West Palm Beach Convention Center (650 Okeechobee Blvd). This transformative summit features over 100 medical experts. They’ll be offering discussions, treatments, and cutting-edge testing focused on wellness, longevity, and regenerative health. For tickets, visit eudemonia.net.
Lily’s Handmade Ice Cream celebrates its grand opening with a ribbon cutting on Friday, November 14th at 11:00 am at 3837 West Woolbright Rd. Named best ice cream shop in South Florida by the Sun Sentinel, this local favorite now has a location in Boynton Beach. Come out to support this new business and sample their delicious selection. This event is sponsored by the Boynton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Info: boyntonchamber.org/events.
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🤔 Did You Know?
Boynton Beach was incorporated in 1920 and today ranks as the third largest municipality in Palm Beach County, behind only West Palm Beach and Boca Raton. Despite its size, it has managed to maintain a small-town, coastal charm that keeps both residents and visitors feeling connected to its local roots.
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