New Bern Now is an independently owned local news and information source. We connect our audience with the people, places, events, and happenings in New Bern and surrounding areas. We’re looking to hire a Media Coordinator with exceptional communication skills and the ability […]

“If any vote has a direct substantial financial impact on a member, you will not be able to vote.” – Tom Carruthers Update: This was published prior to Mayor Odham taking the oath of office so we updated his title to reflect […]

NOTE: In some areas of our watersheds, we’ve had some hard rain on Thursday into Friday. If there’s a hard rain in the 24 hours between when we take our samples (Thursday) and when get results (Friday), our results may not be […]

Craven County Master Gardeners are hosting a fundraiser dinner at Dancing Branch Farm, September 17 from 4 – 7 p.m. Dinner will be catered by The Country Biscuit and there will be an auction of delicious desserts home made by Master Gardeners. […]

AMENDED: Email received at 4:38 p.m. on August 12, 2022 1. Meeting opened by Mayor Dana E. Outlaw. Prayer Coordinated by Mayor Outlaw. Pledge of Allegiance. 2. Roll Call. 3. Consent Agenda 4. Consider Adopting a Resolution Calling for a Public Hearing […]

Around Town Discover Scuba with Divin’ Dawgs! Their experienced team of certified divers introduces newcomers to the diving world. Seasoned divers can sign up for fun dives. They offer classes for beginnings to others needing recertification. Check out their Dive Shop located […]

The New Bern Civitan Club is having its semi-annual BBQ Rib Fundraiser on Saturday, September 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Piggly Wiggly on 1208 Simmons Street, New Bern. A full rack of these slow-cooked ribs cost $20 and can […]