Page 15 - Palm City Spotlight - March '25

Palm City Spotlight, Page 15

Dish With The Commish Welcome Lynora’s

House of Hope

February’s Dish with the Commish was an inspiring
conversation with Martin County Commissioner Ed Ciampi
and Rob Ranieri, the CEO of House of Hope. Their insights
into the organization’s work shed light on the incredible
difference one group can make in the lives of those facing
challenges in our community.
House of Hope stands as a true lifeline for individuals
and families in need, offering support through essential The South Florida history began in 1974 when
services such as food, clothing, and financial assistance. Raffaele and Maria Abbenante immigrated from the
But what truly sets this organization apart is its dedication tiny Italian island known as Ponza. Together, they began
to providing life-changing programs focused on education, selling pizza by the slice in Lake Worth, Florida. Using
health, and job readiness. These services, offered at no cost her Mom’s traditional Italian recipes, Maria introduced
to those who require them, are helping people break through flavors of Italy to South Florida.
barriers and build healthier, more stable futures. Over the next 35 years, the Abbenante family served
The work being done by House of Hope is a testament thousands of locals and visitors and quickly, Lynora’s
to the difference we can make when we come together to became known as the Best Italian restaurant in South
help our neighbors. Whether it’s through a meal, a new set Florida. We are thrilled to have Lynora’s now call Palm
of clothes, or providing someone with the tools they need to City home and look forward to many years of success.
succeed, the impact is immeasurable.
A heartfelt thank you to Rob Ranieri for sharing the
incredible work House of Hope is doing right here in our
community. Community

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Ambassador Amy Ondrovic, First Southern Bank;
Rob Ranieri, CEO House of Hope, Ed Ciampi, Martin County Ambassador Cher Fisher, Kiwanis Club of Indiantown;
Commissioner District 5 Ambassador Dawn Smith, First Southern Bank
Central Eyes North Ribbon Cutting

Located at 3188 S.W. Martin Downs Blvd., Central Dr. Miller pursued his optometry degree in Chicago at Dr. Miller provides routine eye care focused on dispensing
Eyes North is open for business. Dr. Miller was born and the Illinois College of Optometry. eyeglasses and soft contact lenses for all age groups.
raised in Jupiter, Florida. He completed his undergraduate Dr. Miller has a special interest in comprehensive Dr. Christopher Miller (Dr. Peter Miller’s dad) built a
education at Florida Gulf Coast University where he medical eye care with emphasis on dry eye, glaucoma, hometown practice in Jupiter over 25 years ago and we
earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology. Upon graduation, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. In addition, are so excited to bring Central Eyes North to Palm City.