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New Bern Now returns with a new plan to deliver local news, become sustainable

New Bern Now is back after taking time to evaluate processes. We are determined to figure out how to continue providing in-depth, local news to you without creating a paywall. We have a small newsroom with two reporters committed to covering issues …

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After years of frustration, the New Bern Housing Authority says the process to demolish buildings at the Trent Court apartment complex that were condemned after Hurricane Florence may finally be back on track. Photo by Todd Wetherington.

New Bern Housing Authority considering options to finally rebuild Trent Court

Plans to rebuild New Bern’s Trent Court appear to be moving forward again more than four years after Hurricane Florence flooded many of the apartment complex’s buildings. The New Bern Housing Authority is considering a proposed memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Laurel …

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Steven Smith and "Bear" were part of a crew removing fallen trees in Fairfield Harbour. Photo by Wendy Card.

Fairfield Harbour residents clean up trees and debris after supercell storm

Members of the Fairfield Harbour community began tree and debris removal after a severe thunderstorm caused damage on May 9. Steven Smith and “Bear” were on one of the teams’ clearing trees on May 15. NBN received initial reports of a tornado …

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J.T. Barber Elementary School in New Bern, N.C. Photo by Todd Wetherington.

J.T. Barber Elementary will remain K-5 school after superintendent recommendation

After several weeks of indecision, the Craven County Board of Education voted to allow J.T. Barber Elementary to remain a K-5 school, with its existing pre-school classes in place. The board voted 6-0 during a May 3 special called meeting to adopt …

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New Bern Now’s newsroom depends on your support, we’re taking time to evaluate operations

Dear Readers, We asked for your help to continue providing in-depth news coverage to New Bern and surrounding communities last week. In the article, we explained why local independent newsrooms are in crisis. Our small team works at least 140 hours a …

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Armed robbery suspect in Bridgeton NC

Bridgeton Police ask for public’s help in identifying armed robbery suspect

On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at about 2:45 a.m., a lone gunman entered the Speedway on Highway 17 in Bridgeton and robbed the clerk of money and cigars. The suspect is described as a black male. If you have any information, please get …

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Photos: Craven Sketch Club Draws Kind of Blue

On the blustery morning of May 3, the sun was beaming into the front windows of Kind of Blue, illuminating the antiques:  perfect lighting for Craven Sketch Club’s first outing.  Customers shopping for furniture and tchotchkes through the store’s labyrinthine aisles were …

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