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 in love with the people that pray with me and the …
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>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 did some research and made some observations. I hope you do …
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 Board voted on this issue. On many serious zoning issues, I …
Coastal Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention
The Coastal Coalition for Substance Abuse Prevention (CCSAP) covers Carteret, Craven, Jones, Onslow and Pamlico counties. We are working with the communities through county task forces to make significant policy changes and changes in the environment to reduce underage drinking, alcohol related car crashes and abuse of prescription drugs. This past summer, we …
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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 a business plan, even if you’re not asking for financial support. …
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. Jeanne Balaoing, I had an all new perspective of the volunteers …
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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 law enforcement, community neighborhood watch groups, and local residents. Building relationships …
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