Red-headed Woodpecker by Manny Salas and Barred Owl by Matt Boley

Join the Count: Good for You, Good for Birds — Happening this weekend

Positive vibes go both ways when people connect with birds The 26th annual Great Backyard Bird Count takes place Feb. 17, through Feb, 20. Bird and nature lovers everywhere unite in the effort to tally as many of the world’s bird species […]
Joseph and Ginny Seeley of Cavalry Appliance Service in New Bern

Cavalry Appliance Service receives “Most Professional Servicer Award”

Joseph and Ginny Seeley, of Cavalry Appliance Service, in New Bern, N.C., recently attended the 2023 Annual Service Training Institute, North America’s largest training and networking event for appliance repair professionals. During the event, the Seeleys connected with industry leaders, appliance manufacturers, […]
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 […]
Dinner on Five Continents

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 […]
Neuse River Senior Games & Silver Arts

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. […]