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St. Croix Rotary Club Restores Little Bay Beach to Beauty
Acts of KindnessJan 27

St. Croix Rotary Club Restores Little Bay Beach to Beauty

Volunteers from the Rotary Club of St. Croix Mid-Isle joined forces with community partners Saturday to clean up Little Bay Beach, removing debris and restoring one of the island's natural treasures. The hands-on project shows how local action creates lasting environmental change.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Palm Beach Volunteers Remove 78 Pounds of Beach Trash
Acts of KindnessMay 26

Palm Beach Volunteers Remove 78 Pounds of Beach Trash

Volunteers across Palm Beach County spent their Saturday morning cleaning beaches and waterways, pulling 78 pounds of litter from one coastal stretch alone. The effort was part of a nationwide movement to restore natural spaces and protect local wildlife.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Palm Beach Volunteers Clear Beaches in National Cleanup
Acts of KindnessMay 26

Palm Beach Volunteers Clear Beaches in National Cleanup

Volunteers in Palm Beach joined forces to remove trash from their coastline during the Greatest American Cleanup, sifting through seaweed and sand to protect local wildlife. From plastic piggy banks to discarded barrels, community members spent their day making sure pelicans and beachgoers alike have a cleaner shore.

Google: ocean cleanup2 min read
Palm Beach Volunteers Clear 78 Pounds of Beach Trash
Acts of KindnessMay 26

Palm Beach Volunteers Clear 78 Pounds of Beach Trash

Volunteers of all ages teamed up on a weekend morning to remove 78 pounds of litter from Palm Beach's coastline. The community cleanup celebrated the Great American Cleanup and brought neighbors together for their local environment.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Palm Beach's Turtle Tuesday Hits 20 Years of Beach Cleanups
Acts of KindnessJun 9

Palm Beach's Turtle Tuesday Hits 20 Years of Beach Cleanups

What started as a small team-building activity in 2006 has become a two-decade movement protecting sea turtles along Palm Beach's shores. Volunteers have removed over 14,000 pounds of debris while safeguarding critical nesting habitats.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
St. Pete Firm Cuts Emissions 46%, Beats Climate Goal Early
Planet WinsFeb 19

St. Pete Firm Cuts Emissions 46%, Beats Climate Goal Early

A St. Petersburg manufacturing giant just proved that ambitious climate goals aren't just achievable—they're beatable. Jabil crushed its five-year emissions target two years ahead of schedule while growing into a $29.8 billion global operation.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
Long Branch Launches Beach Cleanup Stations at 2 Beaches
Acts of KindnessJul 10

Long Branch Launches Beach Cleanup Stations at 2 Beaches

A New Jersey city is turning every beach visit into a chance to help the environment with free cleanup buckets at major beach entrances. The idea came from a local resident who spotted the concept in Florida and emailed her mayor.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup3 min read
St. Pete Lights Sky With 60-Mile Rainbow Laser Display
Acts of KindnessFeb 25

St. Pete Lights Sky With 60-Mile Rainbow Laser Display

When Florida banned Pride crosswalks, St. Petersburg responded by projecting rainbow lasers visible for 60 miles across the night sky. The three-night light show turned heartbreak into hope during Winter Pride celebrations.

Good Good Good3 min read
Long Beach Invites Residents to Independence From Litter
Acts of KindnessJul 2

Long Beach Invites Residents to Independence From Litter

After July 4th celebrations, Long Beach is hosting a community beach cleanup to restore six miles of coastline. The drop-in event welcomes volunteers to show civic pride while protecting ocean wildlife.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Myrtle Beach's SkyWheel Launches Community Cleanup Program
Acts of KindnessJul 24

Myrtle Beach's SkyWheel Launches Community Cleanup Program

A beloved beachfront attraction is turning its 15th anniversary into action with a new program bringing locals together to protect the coastline. The SkyWheel Myrtle Beach launched SkyWheel Cares with its first community beach cleanup this week.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Hundreds Clean Miami Beach After July 4th Gets Messy
Acts of KindnessJul 6

Hundreds Clean Miami Beach After July 4th Gets Messy

The day after Independence Day is historically the dirtiest beach day of the year, but hundreds of Miami Beach volunteers weren't having it. Armed with trash bags and determination, they removed thousands of pounds of litter to protect ocean life.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Long Beach Doubles Cleanup Sites for Coastal Celebration
Acts of Kindness2h ago

Long Beach Doubles Cleanup Sites for Coastal Celebration

Long Beach is inviting volunteers to clean up 10 coastal locations this September, doubling last year's effort to celebrate 50 years of California's landmark coastal protection law. Last year, 950 volunteers removed over 2,375 pounds of beach debris in just three hours.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Rockaway Beach Cleanup Brings Community Together June 6
Acts of KindnessJun 1

Rockaway Beach Cleanup Brings Community Together June 6

Hundreds of volunteers will gather at Rockaway Beach this Saturday to kick off World Ocean Day with a massive coastal cleanup. The event unites Beach.com and a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through ocean stewardship.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
60 Volunteers Remove 120 Pounds of Trash From Daytona Beach
Planet WinsJun 9

60 Volunteers Remove 120 Pounds of Trash From Daytona Beach

Dozens of volunteers turned out for Daytona Beach's Ocean Day cleanup on Saturday, hauling away at least 120 pounds of debris from the coastline. A second cleanup event is already scheduled for Sunday at nearby New Smyrna Beach.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Wilson Beach Volleyball Wins 4th Straight League Title
SportsMar 26

Wilson Beach Volleyball Wins 4th Straight League Title

The Wilson Bruins beach volleyball team secured their fourth consecutive Moore League championship with a decisive 4-1 victory over Long Beach Poly. The win showcases a young program that's built a winning culture while staying humble about their success.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
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Community HeroesMar 16

St. Maarten Students Head to Robotics Challenge in St. Kitts

Two students from St. Maarten earned spots on their island's first robotics team heading to a regional competition. Science Week 2026 brought together 61 students from six schools to celebrate innovation and hands-on learning across the island.

Google: robotics innovation3 min read
Panama City Beach Cleanup Seeks Volunteers April 25
Acts of KindnessApr 18

Panama City Beach Cleanup Seeks Volunteers April 25

Panama City Beach is hosting a free beach cleanup on April 25 to protect sea turtles and wildlife from harmful debris. Last year's event drew 25+ volunteers who cleared trash from half a mile of shoreline.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Melbourne Beach Renamed for 22-Year-Old Goalie Patrick Beach
SportsJun 26

Melbourne Beach Renamed for 22-Year-Old Goalie Patrick Beach

A famous Melbourne beach just got a new name in honor of Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach, whose stellar World Cup performance has captured the nation's heart. The 22-year-old's surprise debut has helped Australia reach the knockout rounds for just the third time in history.

SBS Australia2 min read
Mississippi Volunteers Clean 4th Beaches for Wildlife
Acts of KindnessJul 13

Mississippi Volunteers Clean 4th Beaches for Wildlife

Volunteers across Mississippi's Gulf Coast turned post-holiday cleanup into ocean protection, removing fireworks debris from beaches stretching Bay St. Louis to Pascagoula. The annual Star-Spangled Cleanup protects marine animals while teaching communities to care for coastal ecosystems.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Three Costa Rica Beaches Make 2026 Corona Top 100 List
Planet WinsJun 16

Three Costa Rica Beaches Make 2026 Corona Top 100 List

Costa Rica just scored three spots on Corona's prestigious 2026 Beach 100 list, showcasing the country's stunning coastal diversity from Caribbean surf to Pacific whale watching. The recognition puts a global spotlight on beaches that capture why this tiny nation remains a tourism powerhouse.

Tico Times Costa Rica2 min read

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