Photos: Tropical Storm Ophelia impacts New Bern
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Recovery study shows Craven County students making strong comeback from COVID shutdown
A recent study indicates that Craven County students have shown signs of recovery in nearly every subject since the school system shutdown imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago. The Recovery Analysis Report assesses student performance by comparing where their tests
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Havelock Bypass nearly 70% complete; James City improvements on track for 2025 completion
Work on two of Craven County’s largest highway projects are moving forward on schedule, according to recent data from the New Bern Area Metropolitan Planning Organization and the state Department of Transportation. According to information released Monday, work on the Havelock Bypass
Board of Ed confirms COVID-19 protocol changes for Craven County schools
Craven County Schools has officially instituted new, relaxed safety protocols for dealing with suspected COVID-19 cases. The decision reinstates the school system’s pre-pandemic health guidelines for staff and students. During their September 19 meeting, the Craven County Board of Education unanimously approved
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ENC Tech Bridge in New Bern could be gateway for business, military partnerships
A former church located in New Bern has been chosen as the site for the new Eastern North Carolina (ENC) Tech Bridge. When completed the facility will allow Fleet Readiness Center East (FRC East) to engage with small businesses, academia, nonprofits, and
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Craven County Sheriff says gangs behind recent surge in violence at local high school
The Craven County Board of Commissioners have approved funding for a second resource officer at West Craven High School. The move comes as law enforcement has reported a surge in gang related violence at the school. Craven County Sheriff Chip Hughes
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Proposed changes to New Bern’s downtown parking ordinance could benefit new businesses
Changes to New Bern’s parking ordinance for downtown businesses have been given the green light by the city’s Planning and Zoning Board. The revised ordinance will now go to the Board of Aldermen for consideration. If approved, the proposed changes would expand
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New Bern program could be a ‘lifesaver’ for residents with cognitive disabilities who go missing
A new program being implemented in New Bern will help aid citizens with cognitive impairments who are in danger of going missing. Last month the New Bern Board of Aldermen approved a memorandum of understanding between the city and the Eastern Carolina
Weekend Happenings in and around New Bern: Sept 15-17
Announcements Saturday at Creekside Park: “The DYLANSTRONG Tournament starts at 8:30 a.m. and runs most of the day. Some info about the tournament: Concessions open at 9 a.m. (serving hot food at 10:30 a.m.); kids skill competition registration is open all morning
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Board of Aldermen approve $10M loan plan to fund new Stanley White Rec Center
The City of New Bern will seek a loan of $10 million to cover construction costs for the new Stanley White Recreation Center. An agreement to finance the full construction of the building was unanimously approved by the Board of Aldermen during
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