The Ward 1 alderman resigned his seat. Aldermen Rick Prill of Ward 1 notified the Board of Aldermen during a meeting on Oct. 28 that he was resigning from the board effective Nov. 1, 2025. He said some time ago, he and […]
Tuesday is the last day to vote for the mayor and Ward 4 alderman runoff races. If you haven’t voted again for New Bern’s mayor and Ward 4 alderman races, you can vote on Tuesday, which is the Runoff Election Day in […]
A look back at the city’s electric utility gives insight into the expansion of electric power in New Bern, NC. Every election year, some politicians say New Bern has one of the lowest property tax rates east of Interstate 95, but they […]
Demonstrators gathered in downtown New Bern for “No Kings” rally. Over 1,000 people lined East Front and South Front Streets in downtown New Bern, NC during the “No Kings 2” rally on October 18, 2025. The event kicked off around 11 a.m. The […]
Early voting is underway for mayor and Ward 4 alderman runoff races. Voters living in the city will get another chance to cast ballots for mayor and Ward 4 alderman candidates in New Bern, NC. The runoff between mayoral candidates — Jeffrey […]
>A special thanks to Mr. George Poveromo, a “nationally recognized sport fishing authority” for promoting fishing on the Neuse and Trent Rivers. He recently wrote an article for ESPN and Saltwater Sportsman Magazine referring to New Bern’s 300th Anniversary celebration and the […]
>The only “Tonsorial Parlor” in town, C. Foy and his friendly staff offer personal grooming services for men, women, and children. As I walked into this elegant “Barber Studio”, I was taken aback by the upscale and sophisticated furnishings. I enjoyed a […]