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Local mill in New Bern ceases operations
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — Weyerhaeuser has shut down the operations at their mill in New Bern. In a press statement the company said, “We did not come to this decision lightly given the significant impact on our employees, their families and the surrounding community, where we have a long history.” The company went on […]
Authorities investigate second death at Warsaw motel
WARSAW — The Relax Inn, located at 509 N. Pine St. in Warsaw has been a topic of concern for Warsaw residents and public officials alike due to nuisance and criminal activity. This year alone, from January through June, Duplin County 911 Communications received 63 calls for assistance including...
EDPNC International Trade Division visits Kinston
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina's (EDPNC) International Trade Division held an event at Lenoir Community College's Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Center to assist local businesses with exporting their products and services. The event, part of EDPNC's annual outreach program, brought trade experts and resources directly to the local community.
Greenville Tar Heel Little League wins 10-12 year old division state championship, to represent NC in Southeast Regional
WILSON, N.C. (WITN)– Greenville’s Tar Heel Little League beat Bull City of Durham 10-0 in the North Carolina Little League Baseball State Championship game on Thursday morning to advacne to the Southeast Regional. Tar Heel outscored their opponents 45-3 in the state tournament to go 4-0. They last...
Multi-agency operation nets drug bust in ENC, suspect held without bond
A Greenville man is being held without bond after a multi-agency investigation resulted in multiple charges and the seizure of drugs, money, and firearms. Patrick O'Brien Coffey, 25, of Greenville, was arrested on Monday, July 8, after a search warrant was executed on a residence in Edward, North Carolina. Officials...
Community Crossroads raising funds for resource center
Nearly a month after breaking ground on its resource center project, Community Crossroads Center is urging community members to contribute to its capital campaign. The center, Greenville’s only homeless shelter, needs to raise $1 million to fully fund construction of the 13,000-square-foot facility. It will house a medical clinic, learning labs, classrooms, conference space, offices for partner organizations, and storage. The cost of the project is $4.2 million. Once it’s...
EXCLUSIVE: Henderson Councilwoman apologizes for posts about former President Trump: 'I'm sorry'
Councilwoman Geraldine Champion has regrets after posting online that the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump was staged. She called it fake news because people in the audience did not run away."I felt like Mr. Trump had orchestrated this for the purpose of getting more votes. I did not believe he had been shot. The public official didn't make that statement. The private citizen did," said Champion. "The piece I'm sorry about is I didn't wait until I got the full report."Champion only wanted to speak with ABC11 Eyewitness News to clear her name. She took to Facebook...
Franklin County horse farm tour Aug. 2
Area horse owners and equine enthusiasts are invited to join the Franklin County Center for the 28th Annual Franklin County Regional Horse Farm Tour Aug. 2. The tour starts at 7:30 a.m. and will conclude around 2:30 pm. Participants will carpool to three area horse farms in the Bunn and Louisburg areas followed by lunch and door prizes. Cost is […] The post Franklin County horse farm tour Aug. 2 first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Rocky Mount Animal Services waiving adoption fees until next Monday
ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (WNCN) — The Rocky Mount Animal Services Unit is waiving adoption fees until next Monday, July 22. Those interested in adopting a pet may visit the shelter at 1017 N. Church St. in Rocky Mount. The shelter is open Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Missing Endangered Alert issued for woman in Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Center for Missing Persons has issued a Missing Endangered Alert for Kayla Marie McCryndle. Fayetteville Police Department officers are asking citizens to be on the lookout for McCryndle, who has a cognitive impairment. Investigators say she is a 22-year-old black woman, who...
So far, no rush to use convenience sites for free
SMITHFIELD — Johnston County’s solid waste convenience sites are now to free to use. But so far, county residents aren’t flocking to the sites with their trash and recycling. “We are still in the early stages but haven’t noticed a significant change in usage since the elimination of decals,” said Brian Beasley, the county’s director of solid waste. Still, whether […] The post So far, no rush to use convenience sites for free first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Nash school board calls special meeting
Nash County Board of Education members plan to take action on an undisclosed matter they’re first scheduled to discuss behind closed doors. A special called meeting is set for noon on Monday, Nash County Public Schools announced in a news release Wednesday afternoon. Members will meet via videoconference, and all public portions of the meeting will be livestreamed on a […] The post Nash school board calls special meeting first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Sheriff's office warns of phone scam targeting Cumberland County residents
The Sheriff's Office is warning the public of a phone scam targeting Cumberland County residents. The sheriff's office said citizens are receiving phone calls from callers impersonating law enforcement officers claiming to be Sergeant Hamlett. The caller says they have legal papers and must call back immediately. When calling the number back the impersonator has the voicemail set up to reflect the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. The number calling citizens is 910-479-5277.
Grimesland's new fishing area to open this fall, enhancing local recreation opportunities
Grimesland, PITT COUNTY — A new fishing area is set to open in Grimesland to provide residents and visitors a new resource for public fishing. This is being made possible through a partnership with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and the DOT. The proposed new fishing area will be...
Henderson City Council holds emergency meeting after controversial Trump post by a councilmember
City adopts social media policy following council member's Trump posts. The Henderson City Council held an emergency meeting on Wednesday afternoon to address a social media post by Councilmember Geraldine Champion regarding the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. In a Facebook post, Champion wrote, "Now the taxpayers have to pay...
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