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🌱 Why officials now say the Polo Trace “shooting” was a car accident

Delray Beach, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi Delray Beach! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why officials now say the Polo Trace “shooting” was a car accident
  • Why Delray Beach tops this new list of Southern retirement beach towns
  • Delray Beach libero helps U.S. women’s sitting team start 2–0

Also on today's calendar: The Kid Officer - Coming of Age In History's Darkest Hour and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What do you call a cow with no legs? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 79 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 94, low: 79.
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 93 and low of 78 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Polo Trace (Apparent) Shooting Victim Identified As A Doctor (bocanewsnow.com) — Residents in West Delray Beach’s Polo Trace community are getting mixed information after authorities walked back an initially reported shooting involving a local doctor, now calling it a vehicle accident. At the same time, sources confirm someone else was shot nearby and taken to Delray Medical Center, surviving the injury. No arrests have been made, and key details remain unconfirmed.
   

• 20 Beach Towns Where You Can Retire By The Water (southernliving.com) — If you’re thinking about retiring in Delray Beach, this guide spotlights the city as a top Southern beach town, praising its walkable Atlantic Avenue, artsy Pineapple Grove district, and cultural offerings like the Cornell Art Museum. It compares Delray Beach with 19 other coastal retirement spots, outlining why its mix of energy, beach access, and amenities appeals to retirees and visiting family alike.
   

• U.S. Women's Sitting Wins Twice to Start 2026 Dutch Tournament (usavolleyball.org) — Team USA’s women’s sitting volleyball squad opened the Dutch Tournament with wins over Poland and Ukraine, and the roster includes libero Maddy Ball of Delray Beach. The event in the Netherlands is their final tune‑up before July’s World ParaVolley Championship in China. Local fans can follow Ball’s progress as she represents Delray Beach on the international stage.
   

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    Thursday June 25
  • Open Figure Studio w/Model
    Arts Warehouse Delray Beach, FL 33444
    2:00 pm
    • Saturday June 27
  • Glow & Pour: Luxury Candle Making NEW →
    Arts Warehouse Delray Beach, FL 33444
    11:00 am
  • Playhouse Playwrights’ Festival of New Plays
    Delray Beach Playhouse , 950 NW 9TH ST, DELRAY BEACH, FL, 33444, United States
    2:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The second Freida McFadden Bookclub luncheon and discussion will be on Saturday June 20 @ 1 pm
    The Bistro In Kings point - open to the public Enter on Monaco off of Jog Road The book will be the Inmate Separate checks The following are… (Nextdoor Kings Point)
  • Hello everyone, unfortunately my daughter‘s dog is in doggy heaven today which is heartbreaking.
    She was an Akita/Lab 65 to 70 pounds. She purchased beautiful clothes for this dog raincoat, Jean jacket. I’m not sure if anyone dresses their pet… (Nextdoor Pines of Delray North)
  • Panera Bread Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Delray Beach. Apply here.
  • Total Wine posted a job opening for Merchandiser / Fulfillment Associate - Part Time - Delray Beach in Delray Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Delray Beach here.

🗞 Nearby News

Boynton Beach

  • Boynton Beach Personal Injury Attorney Guide (2026): Compare Top Local Firms (floridadaily.com)
  • Diocese of Palm Beach: Authorities notified of allegations against beleaguered Boynton Beach priest (wpbf.com)
  • Boynton Forest Preservation Fight Returns To Boynton Beach Agenda (bocapost.com)

Boca Raton

  • Boca Raton HOA Wants To Foreclose Over Nearly $10K In Unpaid Dues, Fees (bocanewsnow.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Ground Beef (Thank you Deb S. for sending it in!)
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