Free Health Insurance Plan for Alderman and Mayor Positions

After reading Alderman Dana Outlaw’s article dated September 14th on this blog, I received calls and emails from readers wanting clarification of the City of New Bern’s policy on health insurance for Mayor and Aldermen. This morning, I called the City’s Director […]

Carmen Andersen, Just Your Average New Bern Bear

Guest Blogger: Carmen Andersen for Alderman Ward 4 I, like so many others, fell in love with the people of New Bern. I fell in love with the hospitality, security, and ambiance of a small town with a big heart. I fell […]

Hwy 70 Corridor Project

>Guest Blogger: Mr. Rodger Whitney There was an interesting meeting on Thursday night at Brinson regarding these spots in particular and touching on the entire “Super 70” idea. 70 Corridor Project, James City area After listening to the discussion on 9-10-09, I […]

Vote for Alderman Dana Outlaw

Guest Blogger: Alderman Dana E. Outlaw, 6th Ward When I have to vote on zoning issues I refer to research given to me by staff in the Zoning Department. I review this information and also I want to know how the Zoning […]
Feature Story

Tips for Becoming a New Small Business Owner

Congratulations on your decision to join the ranks of the Small Business Owners’ (SBO), not only in New Bern, but across the United States! As a fellow SBO, I would like to offer some basic tips to get you started: 1. Create […]
CarolinaEast Volunteer Award

Thank You CarolinaEast Health System’s Auxiliary Volunteers

Another visit to CarolinaEast Medical Center produced new insight into people who have committed their time to volunteer in our community. This time, the focus was on the Medical Center’s Auxiliary Volunteer Force. After meeting with the Health System’s Volunteer Manager, Ms. […]
National Night Out

New Bern’s National Night Out Against Crime Prevention

A special “Thank You” goes out to the National Night Out (NNO) Committee, New Bern Police Department, City Officials, Neighborhood Watch Groups, and local residents for making New Bern’s NNO a great success! The NNO was developed to foster relationships between local […]