Neuse River Bridge in New Bern, NC.

Eastern Carolina Council issues statement on organizational challenges and path forward

Eastern Carolina Council Interim Executive Director David Rosado today issued a statement in response to a request for comment on the Craven County commissioners’ decision to withdraw membership. The Craven County Board of Commissioners voted on April 20, 2026, to withdraw membership […]
Craven County Board of Commissioners meeting in New Bern, NC on April 20, 2026 (Screenshot of video)

Craven County Board of Commissioners meeting – April 20, 2026

The Craven County commissioners approved the purchase of 76 acres of land to prepare and sell it to a future owner, voted to withdraw membership from the Eastern Carolina Council of Government, accepted a federal grant for a new air traffic control […]
Neuse River in New Bern N.C. (Photo by Wendy Card)

Community Bulletin: April – June

Looking for something to do in New Bern, NC and surrounding areas? April 21 – May 5: Neuse River Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition. Call 252-636-6606. April 24 – May 9: 9 to 5 – A musical comedy at the Masonic […]
City Hall Courtroom in New Bern, NC (Photo by Wendy Card)

On the agenda: New Bern Board of Aldermen — April 28, 2026

The New Bern Board of Aldermen will consider several agenda items tonight. Public hearing on the city budget, sale of city-owned properties, street closures, rezoning, New Bern 101, presentation on alcohol sales during downtown events, Historic Preservation Commission guidelines and standards, funding […]
Craven County Board of Education meeting.

Craven County Board of Education to hold public hearing on proposed school closure — April 28

The Craven County Board of Education will hold a public hearing on the proposed closure of Graham A. Barden Elementary School on April 28, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Havelock High School, 101 Webb Blvd., Havelock, NC, according to a public note. […]
New Bern Board of Aldermen meeting at City Hall on April 14, 2024. (Photo by Wendy Card)

New Bern Board of Aldermen meeting – April 14, 2026

Board of Aldermen vote to extend term from 4 to 5 years; approve sale of properties, expand boundary, buy new fire truck, talk about “sip and stroll,” and more. The Board of Aldermen approved a motion to ask the North Carolina General […]
City Hall Courtroom in New Bern, NC (Photo by Wendy Card)

City of New Bern elected officials want 5 years in office

The New Bern Board of Aldermen and mayor voted on Tuesday night for a resolution that will prevent residents from electing city officials in 2029 and move elections to 2030, if a local bill and charter change are approved. Aldermen Trey Ferguson, […]