The railroad bridge over the trent river in new bern, nc

We Give Thanks on Small Business Saturday

New Bern Now (NBN) could not operate without the help from local small businesses. Especially the following: Jeremy LeRay owns New Bern Web Design. He has been NBN’s “Peace of Mind” for over ten years, hosting and keeping the news site secure. […]
Director New Bern Parks and Recreation Kari Greene-Warren

Kari Warren Selected as the New Director of New Bern Parks and Recreation

UPDATE: New Bern Now (NBN) received a press release from the city on Nov. 28 stating “Kari Warren received her bachelor’s degree in Recreation Leisure Studies from Mount Olive College and a master’s degree in Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Sports Management from […]
Christmas Trees and Wreaths for sale in the Greater New Bern area

Locations to Buy Live Christmas Trees in the Greater New Bern Area

Are you looking for a live Christmas tree? They are on sale at the following locations in the greater New Bern area: The New Bern Civitan Club are selling trees and wreaths in the lot located at 3931 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. […]
Christ Church Cookie Walk

Join Christ Episcopal Church for 23rd Annual Cookie Walk

Christ Episcopal Church will host its 23rd Annual Cookie Walk at the Harrison Center on 311 Middle Street on Dec. 10. Doors open at 10 a.m. so come early to get the best selection. Enjoy live music while you take in the […]
Riverwalk in New Bern, NC (Wendy Card)

Things to Do Around the Greater New Bern Area: Thanksgiving Weekend

Around Town New Bern High School Bears face the Rolesville Rams in the playoffs on Friday at 7 p.m. It’s a home game at 4200 Academic Drive. Purchase tickets here. Tap That Craft Beer and Wine Bar is hosting Pie a Local […]
New Bern Police Department logo with contact information

“Click It or Ticket” Campaign Focuses on Keeping Motorists Safe This Holiday Season

The New Bern Police Department is encouraging motorists to stay safe by buckling up as they travel this Thanksgiving holiday. The department is partnering with law enforcement agencies across the state in increasing patrols to educate and enforce federal requirements for seatbelt […]
Caregiver

Eight Ways to Support an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and Family Caregivers Month. To mark these events, the Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter is encouraging people to lend a helping hand to more than 356,000 family members and friends serving as Alzheimer’s […]