Scam Alert
BEWARE … There are imposters calling members of the community claiming to be PBSO deputies. These imposters are advising the recipients of the call that he or she or a member of their family has a warrant for their arrest that can be rectified with money. If not, the imposters threatened to go to the resident's home to make an arrest. Please know, this is a SCAM! We do NOT call asking for money or personal information. It's unfortunate, people can...
Xera Med Offering Drive-Thru Testing
Xera Med is offering drive-thru testing for the COVID 19 in the parking lot of Chabad of Central Boca Raton: 17950 N Military Trail. Patients will get tested without leaving their cars to maintain social distancing. Schedule an appointment by calling 561-295-8946.
Sheriff Bradshaw: Stay Home
Sheriff Ric Bradshaw has been very clear from the beginning. "If you don't have to be out, the smart thing is just to stay the heck home." An emergency order from county leaders issued this week closed what are considered by the county to be "non-critical" businesses and took effect at 5 p.m. Thursday. "The bottom line is if you don't have to go to these places and you don't have to be out, the smart thing is just stay the...
Domestic Abuse Reminder
We understand that staying home might be easier for some than others. For everyone experiencing abuse during this COVID 19 social distancing, the Domestic Violence Hotline is still operating 24/7. If you’re concerned for your safety or a loved one, call 1-800-799-7233. For emergencies, call 911
A Message for PBC Residents
For questions related to Coronavirus, please call the FL Department of Health’s call center at 1-866-779-6121, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or email: COVID-19@flhealth.govBeware of Scammers
Not even the current situation stops people from Scamming! Many are even using today's circumstances surrounding COVID 19 to scam people by marketing fake test kits, door-to-door visits and other sneaky ways to steal from people. Stay alert!
Feeling Overwhelmed?
It's understandable to feel overwhelmed during this time. If you or someone you know is experiencing depression, anxiety, or feel like harming themselves or others please call 9-1-1 or the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration’s Helpline: 1-800-985-5990.
Price Gouging is a Crime
While experiencing this crisis, we want to remind the public that price gouging is a CRIME! Violators will face civil penalties from $1000 to $25,000 per violation committed. To report Price Gouging call 1(866) 9NO-SCAM.
