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Update from the New Bern Police Department on July 7: We are saddened to provide the following update to the shooting incident involving the infant, Nalaoni Sheptock. Last evening, we learned the tragic news that she succumbed to her injuries and had […]
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Michelle L. Toth of New Bern N.C. began serving as Craven County’s new Register of Deeds on July 1, 2023. Toth was nominated by the Craven County Democratic Party and appointed by the Craven County Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired
Toth serving as Craven County’s new Register of Deeds Read More »
Craven County is set to receive $15.5 million over the next 18 years as part of the state’s share of a nearly $50 billion national opioid settlement with distributors and manufacturers. According to information presented at the June 29 Craven County
The meeting will be held on July 5, 2023, at 6 p.m. in the Craven County Commissioners Meeting Room at the Craven County Administration Building in New Bern. View the agenda here. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE APPROVE AGENDA
Only one site failed the Swim Guide test this week, so it’s safe to swim on the lower Neuse this Fourth of July weekend. Slocum Creek failed for a fifth week in a row. “We’re glad that the lack of rainfall has
One site fails water-quality standards on Lower Neuse Read More »
The City of New Bern announces plans for its 4th of July Celebration. Residents and visitors are invited to join us at Lawson Creek Park, located at 1309 Country Club Road, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on July 4. Festivities include live music,
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As North Carolina residents prepare to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services officials are urging them to watch out for the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that can damage crops and trees. Thanks
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The State Board of Elections on Tuesday unanimously approved temporary rules related to the implementation of the photo ID requirement for voting in North Carolina elections. Voters will be asked to show photo ID when voting in person and via absentee ballot,
North Carolina approves voter ID requirement, appoints county board members Read More »
The New Bern Redevelopment Commission has requested that property set aside for a new health and wellness center be turned back over to the city along with funding earmarked for the project. During the RDC’s June 28 special called meeting, the board
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Erika Hodges always knew one coffee shop wasn’t going to be enough. After becoming the sole owner of River Brew in River Bend last August, Hodges said she almost immediately began thinking about opening a second location. “I knew from the beginning
River Brew to open second New Bern location for more homemade, handcrafted flavors Read More »