Watersports on the Neuse River in New Bern N.C. (Wendy Card)

Things to do in and around New Bern: Feb 16 – 19

Events and Activities 16: After Work: Harp & Friends, 6 p.m. at the Bank of the Arts, 317 Middle St. Call 252-626-5419. 17 – 19: Antique Show and Sale, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 […]
New Bern Board of Aldermen Meeting (NewBernNow.com photo)

New Bern Alderman cites “Transparency” problem over Housing Authority appointments

A New Bern alderman has raised concerns about the recent appointment of two housing authority board members that were made outside of a regularly scheduled, open meeting. During the new business portion of their Feb. 14 meeting, Ward 1 Alderman Rick Prill […]
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Interfaith Refugee Ministry celebrates Dinner on 5 Continents

You are cordially invited to join Interfaith Refugee Ministry for an evening of community, music, and an exquisitely prepared small-plate menu featuring cuisines from Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. Taste, see, hear, and experience the world with IRM on […]
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Volunteers Needed for 2023 Neuse River Senior Games

The Neuse River Senior Games Steering Committee needs volunteers for the 2023 Games being held primarily in New Bern, N.C. April 24 through May 3. The Neuse River Senior Games is a non-profit organization that provides health and fitness programs for seniors […]
Henry “Hank” Dennee of New Bern, NC, is congratulated by Norwich University’s Commandant and Vice President for Student Affairs, Brigadier General Bill McCollough, VSM, after being selected as the university’s 2023-24 Regimental Commander, the highest-ranking cadet of Norwich University’s Corps of Cadets. Photo by Mark Collier/Norwich University.

Henry Dennee of New Bern named new Regimental Commander for Norwich University’s Corps of Cadets

Norwich University Commandant and Vice President for Student Affairs Brigadier General Bill McCollough, VSM, announced that Henry “Hank” Dennee of New Bern, N.C., has been selected to serve as the 2023-24 Regimental Commander, the highest-ranking cadet of Norwich University’s Corps of Cadets. […]
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Walk with a Doc and Keep Fit for Heart Health

Join CarolinaEast Health System for Keeping fit with Heart Health with Dr. Alex Kirby on Feb. 18, 2023 at 9 a.m. at Creekside Park. He will be talking about Heart Health and how exercise can help to lower our risk of developing […]
Gene McLendon, executive director of Hope Mission of Carteret County, discusses the nonprofit's plans for grant funds it was recently awarded through the CarolinaEast Foundation. Photo by Todd Wetherington.

‘Good people doing good work:’ Local nonprofits get financial gift from CarolinaEast Foundation

Twelve local nonprofits have been gifted with funds that will help them expand the reach of their healthcare-related charitable work in the community. On Feb. 14, the CarolinaEast Foundation presented a total of $140,000 to the nonprofits as part of its second […]