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NC health workers detected lead contamination in applesauce that led to a nationwide recall, several lawsuits
Quick work from a North Carolina pediatrician and Catawba County public health authorities helped detect mass lead poisoning that has affected more than 500 children in at least 44 states. Their action helped get the word out quickly to unsuspecting parents across the country about tainted applesauce. In a new...
Severe storms and flash flooding cause problems across central NC on Monday afternoon
The chance for severe storms became a reality Monday afternoon in central North Carolina.Shortly before 3:15 p.m. a severe thunderstorm pushed through Durham, Granville, Wake and Franklin counties for a little over an hour.The storm brought flash flooding to some areas, including a service road along side 15-501 in Durham. The driver of a white truck crashed into a hole in the ground while trying to cut the corner and avoid the flooded part of the service road.Dangerously, the crashed truck rested on top of a natural gas line. Because of that, emergency crews had to take extra precautions when...
Pelosi delivers speech to NC Democrats with notable absence — Biden’s future as nominee
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — In a state expected to help decide the presidency, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi did little to quell speculation on President Joe Biden’s path forward as the Democratic nominee to a room full of North Carolina Democrats on Saturday. Pelosi addressed more than 900 people at the North Carolina Democratic Party […]
Man charged after search leads to largest seizure of fentanyl in ENC county’s history
MESIC, N.C. (WNCT) — A Pamlico County man was arrested on fentanyl and methamphetamine charges after a search of a home on Upper Neck Road in Mesic. This was done as part of an ongoing investigation into the selling and distributing of meth and fentanyl in the county. As a result, investigators found 2.8 pounds […]
Greenville man charged with reporting false information 911 call center
PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - A man in the east is behind bars Monday morning after being accused of lying to 911 system operators. Arrest warrants obtained by WITN show Marque Sutton, 33, was arrested by the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office after reporting false information to 911 Sunday. Officials...
New Bern's 'Yappy Hour' invites you and your pup this Friday at DoubleTree
A unique happy-hour in New Bern this week will offer some fun activities for both dogs and their owners. “Yappy Hour” will take place at 5:30 Friday night, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown. Admission is free. The event will feature a Margaritaville theme, a tiki bar and...
Southpaws clinch playoff spot after wild day of rain delays and venue changes
Waking up this morning the New Bern Southpaws knew it would take just one more win to punch their ticket into the playoffs a dream scenario for the Paws' inaugural season which ended up turning into a wild and crazy adventure just to finish up two shortened games today. As...
Fisheries committee starts work to revise oyster, clam harvest rules
NEW BERN — The Oyster and Clam Advisory Committee (AC) of the N.C Marine Fisheries Commission (MFC) got down to business last week in New Bern, kicking off what will be a long effort to revise management rules for the two important fisheries. Thomas Newman, fisheries liaison for the...
Winterville police seek help to find 17-year-old runaway: Samria Whitley
WINTERVILLE, Pitt County NC — Have you seen Samria Whitley?. The Winterville Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a 17-year-old runaway. Officials tell us Samria was last seen in the area of Braselton Drive on Friday, July 12. Samria is described as a black female with...
Optimum and the History Channel host military appreciation event in New Bern
NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - In one Eastern Carolina city, a cable system partnered with the History Channel to honor local American heroes. The event was on Sunday at New Bern’s Union Point Park. Optimum says it was a way to honor local veterans in New Bern and throughout...
Grimesland man charged with statutory rape; victim's mother charged as accessory
A Grimesland man has been charged with sex crimes alleged by a child in his care and the victim's mother was also charged for failing to report the abuse at the pair's home. The Pitt County Sheriff's Office said in May their agency received multiple notices from Child Protective Services regarding alleged abuse. The investigation determined a juvenile child disclosed incidents of sexual abuse by Matthew Steven Mills, 34, of 7396 Pitt St., Grimesland. ...
About 41,418 gallons of wastewater flow through storm drain to New Bern creek
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The City of New Bern had what is believed to be 41,418 gallons of wastewater discharge into Renny’s Creek through a storm drain on July 21. The overflow of wastewater is due to influent pumps at the Wastewater Treatment Plant becoming disabled, leading the water to rush out of a […]
Greenville launches new 52-week support program for small businesses
GREENVILLE, Pitt County — The City of Greenville is launching a new technical support program for local small businesses. City officials are now accepting applications for this 52-week program that offers technical assistance in marketing, risk management, financial management, and regulatory compliance. This program is made possible through the City of Greenville's Neighborhood and Business Services Department in partnership with Monday Solutions Group experts.
Bank employee arrested for Assault by Strangulation
On June 20, 2024, KPD officers responded to an assault report at Wells Fargo located at 1903 W Vernon Avenue. Upon arrival, they made contact with the victim, who stated that while she was waiting in line, a bank employee named Lucretia McMurtry (55, of Kinston) began yelling at her. The verbal altercation escalated when McMurtry grabbed the victim by the neck, shook her head uncontrollably, and began strangling her.
NEW INFO: Two Virginia men injured in Carteret County plane crash
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Federal authorities are investigating last night’s plane crash in Carteret County that injured two Virginia men. The crash happened around 7:40 p.m. on Highway 101 near Merrell Farm Road. The Highway Patrol says the pilot, 63-year-old Charles Tippett, Jr., of Warrenton, Virginia, and passenger,...
Appeals court reinstates former officer's qualified immunity in 2019 Greenville shooting death
A federal court ruled recently that a former Greenville police officer acted within the bounds of immunity granted to officials during a 2019 shooting that killed an unarmed man. The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals partially reversed and dismissed a 2022 U.S. District Court of Eastern North Carolina decision that would have allowed a jury to consider whether former Greenville police Officer David Johnson violated the Constitutional rights of Sean Rambert, 23. ...
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