Butters Group has received zoning approval to build two low-rise light-industrial buildings in Boca Raton instead of an office tower previously planned by another developer. The project targets tech and pharmaceutical companies seeking flexible workspace options amid rising demand in southern Palm Beach County.
Palm Beach County’s luxury real estate market saw major gains during the first quarter of this year, especially among high-end homes on Palm Beach island itself. While single-family homes posted strong increases across several metrics, condominium results were more varied.
Home and condo inventories have fallen across coastal Miami markets for the first time since 2023 while sales rebounded strongly in both beachside communities and mainland neighborhoods. Luxury transactions set new records even as median prices shifted downward or remained stable.
FEMA has reinstated its BRIC hazard mitigation grant program after legal action by states forced restoration of frozen funds for community resilience projects. Experts say continued collaboration among local leaders is essential for closing gaps in national disaster preparedness.
Palo Alto has decided not to impose new restrictions on large luxury estates known as megacompounds. Officials weighed concerns about targeting wealthy homeowners against potential impacts on local jobs and investment.
Andrea Goldsmith has been inaugurated as Stony Brook University’s seventh president during an April 18 ceremony attended by academic leaders past and present. Her address outlined ambitious plans under ‘ASPIRE 2035’ while emphasizing unity between diversity,
economic growth,
and educational excellence.
St. John’s baseball split its Saturday doubleheader at UConn but secured an overall series win after taking game one with a late rally before dropping game two by shutout.
Liam O’Leary pitched a complete game shutout as St. John’s beat UConn 4-0 to open their BIG EAST series. Key offensive contributions came from Ayden Frey and strong defensive plays helped secure the win.
Cornell women’s track and field split its team between two meets on April 17. Francine Stevens won the 400 meters at Wake Forest while strong results were recorded across multiple events.
NYU’s men’s and women’s track and field teams participated at the Paul Donahue Invitational on April 18. Several athletes earned top finishes ahead of next week’s UAA Championships.