Historic Trent Court building may be preserved from upcoming demolition
One of Trent Court’s historic apartment buildings could be saved from demolition and preserved as a public space, according to a report from New Bern Housing Authority Executive Director Tiffany Askew. During a June 19 meeting of the NBHA Board of Commissioners, […]
Craven County hires first veterinarian as new shelter director
Dr. Tanya Osler became the first veterinarian named as the new director of Craven-Pamlico Animal Services Center on May 31. Craven County Manager Jack Veit told the board of commissioners during the June 19 meeting that Dr. Osler “was already working part-time […]
U.S. Forest Service proposes recreation fee changes on Croatan National Forest, welcomes public input
The U.S. Forest Service is proposing to add new recreation fees at two sites on the Croatan National Forest and the public is invited to provide input to proposed new fees for 60 days ending on August 22. The goal of these […]
FEMA projects, contracts, appointments, among agenda items for New Bern Board of Aldermen meeting – June 27
The June 27, 2023 meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Courtroom at City Hall located at 300 Pollock St. in New Bern, N.C. Read the packet with background information on the agenda here. 1. Meeting opened by Mayor Odham. […]
6 sites fail water-quality tests in upper Neuse, Tar-Pam
Six recreational sites on local waterways failed the Swim Guide test this week: Poole Road canoe launch, Falls of the Neuse canoe launch, Clayton Riverwalk, Smithfield Town Commons, and Club House Beach and Pavilion Beach at Lake Royale. “We can blame the […]
Craven Commissioners approve phase 1 development for new Madeline Farm subdivision
The Craven County Board of Commissioners have approved plans for phase 1 of a new subdivision in New Bern near Carolina Colours. According to plans presented by Craven County Planning Director Chad Strawn, Madeline Farm Phase 1 will consist of 95 lots […]
Nicholas Sparks honors retiring head of Epiphany School at Gala, matches donations
More than 300 people gathered at The Epiphany School of Global Studies’ Southern Soirée Gala & Auction to raise money that will support the school and students. Nicholas Sparks, co-founder of the school and nationally known author, was in attendance to honor […]