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Theft, vandalism of campaign signs a crime, police say
Political sign stealing is as old as political campaigns themselves. And as passions run hot during this election cycle, stealing or vandalizing a campaign sign may seem like an innocent thing to do to help your favored candidate win. But defacing or stealing campaign signs is against the law, say Edenton and Chowan County law enforcement officials. “The sheriff’s office has received complaints about campaign signs being stolen, damaged, or...
R-CCC selects new MOA/OA Program Coordinator
AHOSKIE – Roanoke-Chowan Community College (R-CCC) has selected Kelly Raynor to serve as the new Medical Office/Office Administration (MOA/OA) Program Coordinator. Raynor started on Aug. 12 and assumed the position from Beverly Sessoms who retired in June after 26 years of service to the college. Most recently, Raynor served as the Health Information Manager at […] The post R-CCC selects new MOA/OA Program Coordinator appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.
New chief looks to build on Edenton police successes
EDENTON — The Edenton Police Department’s new chief, David LaFon, says the department’s biggest challenges over the next few years are pretty clear: gangs, guns, gun violence, recruiting quality officers, and building stronger relationships within the community. LaFon, a former Edenton police captain who took over the reins of the department on Monday, said he sees the agency making progress on all of those fronts. But keeping that progress on track will be harder, he says. ...
Police Blotter: Edenton police probe report of discharged firearm
Chowan Sheriff Simple assault was reported Sept. 11 at the Chowan Detention Center at 100 Court St., Edenton. Found narcotics were Sept. 24 in the 400 block of Cannons Ferry Road, Tyner. A white powder and two glass pipes were seized. Discharging a firearm was reported at a residence Sept. 21 in the 200 block...
Unity Prayer set for Oct. 5
AHOSKIE – Local churches will be joined by Hertford County Public Schools and the Hertford County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, Oct. 5 for a Unity Prayer. At 10 a.m., prayer will commence for 30 minutes at the following local churches: Ahoskie Soul Saving Station, 337 Ahoskie-Cofield Road, Ahoskie; Carpenter’s Shop Church International, 903 South Catherine […] The post Unity Prayer set for Oct. 5 appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.
Fair closes after five days of food, fun, and community competitions
One of Chowan County’s most cherished institutions, the Chowan County Regional Fair, has finished for another year, closing on Saturday, Sept. 28 after a five-day run. Thousands attended the fair, many traveling from across northeastern North Carolina for the rides, exhibits, competitions, and outrageously good food. Figures on attendance were not available at press time, but reports from the fair indicate that ticket sales were strong and the fair was...
Chowan students land internships with local Chambers of Commerce
By Catherine Vickers University Relations MURFREESBORO – A partnership forged between the Murfreesboro and Ahoskie Chambers of Commerce and Chowan University has led to two CU working as interns with the local organizations. “I feel like this agreement, impacting multiple communities, strengthens the unity of Hertford County, continuing the momentum and collaboration shown in recent […] The post Chowan students land internships with local Chambers of Commerce appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.
Important dates ahead for early voting
As people in Bertie County and throughout the United States prepare for Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5, there are many important dates ahead. The N.C. Board of Elections recently began mailing requested absentee ballots to those who have requested them. Official sample ballots are also available by visiting the N.C. Board of Elections website at www.ncsbe.gov. The ballot will include races from President of the United States down to...
Out & About: Week of Oct. 4, 2024
Out and About lists current events sponsored by nonprofit groups and churches in Bertie County. Please send listings to the Bertie Ledger-Advance, P.O. Box 69, Windsor, NC 27983, or e-mail them to twhite@apgenc.com. All events must be submitted by 4 p.m. each Monday. Oct. 4 First Friday Music Series set PLYMOUTH – The First Fridays...
Letter: If Chowan board doesn't include indoor swim pool, many will vote no on bond
A wise person once said “Don’t start vast projects with half vast ideas.” What we have with the Chowan County commissioners’ bond issue is not even a half vast idea, it’s no idea at all. Commissioners have yet to publish a plan showing what specific recreational facilities will be provided with the $15 million bond. The sketch on the county’s web page is a 2007 sketch with limited untitled facilities. ...
Southampton Animal Control teaches pet CPR
Southampton County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Deputy Forest Hart and Capt. Serena White recently presented a Pet CPR program at the Courtland branch of the Blackwater Regional Library to benefit people who own dogs or cats. A library news release noted that Hart and White demonstrated life-saving measures to take in relation to CPR hand […] The post Southampton Animal Control teaches pet CPR appeared first on The Tidewater News.
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