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100-plus tour Hertford's historic sites during PCRA's Jollification!The Daily Advance9 hours ago
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Perquimans sheriff arrests 2 for shooting, seeks one for 2nd shooting
HERTFORD — The Perquimans Sheriff’s Office has arrested two men in connection with a weekend shooting incident and is seeking a suspect in a second, unrelated shooting. Perquimans Sheriff Shelby White said Wednesday his office responded to two shootings over the weekend, the first in Hertford Friday evening, the second on Harvey Point Road late Saturday night, early Sunday morning. No fatalities were reported but two shooting victims received medical...
Perquimans Sheriff's Crimewatch: Hertford man arrested for larceny of vehicle, other charges
Mandy Lane, of the 200 block of Windfall Blvd., Winfall, was arrested Aug. 25 and charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle and driving while license revoked. She was released on a written promise to appear in court. Tyrel Baskins, of the 140 block of Hunt Club Trail, Hertford, was arrested Aug. 26 and charged with larceny of a motor vehicle, possession of stolen goods and breaking and entering a motor vehicle. A $30,000 secured bond was set. He also was charged Aug. 26 with...
100-plus tour Hertford's historic sites during PCRA's Jollification!
HERTFORD — After days of rain drenched the area ahead of Tropical Storm Helene’s arrival in North Carolina, Saturday’s dry and 87-degree weather came as a bit of surprise for both organizers of the Perquimans County Restoration Association’s annual Jollification! historic sites tour and visitors taking it. Sandy Stevenson, president of the PCRA, didn’t seem to mind the unseasonably warm temperatures as he greeted visitors entering the fellowship hall at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church to pick up their guidebooks for the tour of 13 historic...
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...
Help sought for 72 dogs surrendered from Shiloh residence
The Camden County Sheriff’s Office has reported that, in collaboration with several local and state organizations, it “successfully facilitated the voluntary surrender of over 70 dogs from a residence in Shiloh. This comes after weeks of concern from local citizens regarding the health and well-being of the dogs.” According to a Camden County Sheriff’s Office […] The post Help sought for 72 dogs surrendered from Shiloh residence appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Voter with felony withdraws challenge to record removal
A Pasquotank County man has withdrawn his challenge to the county elections board that he is ineligible vote in the Nov. 5 election because he is a convicted felon. Terrence Warren, 58, of the 2600 block of Willis Drive, Elizabeth City, notified county officials of his intent to withdraw his challenge, said Pasquotank Attorney Mike Cox. The elections board had scheduled a preliminary hearing for Tuesday to review Warren’s challenge. ...
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...
LaFon looks to build on EPD's successes
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. ...
Foundation: New Tynch scholarship now an endowed award
A brand new college scholarship named for a former Perquimans County Schools employee and awarded earlier this year for the first time, is now an endowed scholarship. The Perquimans County Schools Foundation recently established the Aubrey Dean Tynch (Trade School or Electrician) Scholarship Endowment, thanks to donations of $11,000. An endowed scholarship is awarded in perpetuity because the principal of the original gift is kept intact, and only the interest...
Coastal Ride to bring 1,300 cyclists to town in April
About 1,300 cyclists are expected to visit Elizabeth City next spring to pedal their way around Pasquotank and surrounding counties. Last week, Elizabeth City Downtown Inc. Director Debbie Malenfant provided City Council a presentation of the N.C. Amateur Sports Organization’s planned Cycle North Carolina Coastal Ride. The event will be held Thursday through Sunday, April 24-27, and is expected to generate additional revenue for city businesses. “The ride will bring...
Perquimans residents asked to help out Rutherford County residents hard hit by Helene
HERTFORD — Perquimans County residents are being asked to help out residents of one of the western North Carolina counties hard hit by Hurricane Helene last week. Perquimans County Emergency Services Director Jonathan Nixon noted Monday that residents of Rutherford County have great need for toilet paper; paper towels; plastic forks, knives and spoons; disposable plates; disinfectant wipes; prepackaged “nabs”; Granola bars; and Pop-tarts. Nixon noted that Rutherford “holds a...
Empty Bowls fundraiser helps food bank's hunger relief efforts
Leeland Desroche said he always enjoys a good meal at Montero’s Restaurant. So the chance to pick up a hearty quart of soup from the Elizabeth City restaurant and at the same time support a good cause seemed like a win-win. “I knew the soup thing was happening today,” he said on Thursday. “My wife texted me and said, ‘Are you going to stop and get some soup?’ And I said, ‘yeah as soon as I finish this job, I’m going to pull in the...
City Council OKs $260K plan to restore Pool Street Park
City Council has agreed to support a $260,000 plan to redesign and restore Pool Street Park. Councilors gave their approval following a presentation by Elizabeth City Downtown Inc. Director Debbie Malenfant at last week’s council meeting. Under the plan, ECDI will lead an effort to acquire tourism funds, grants and private contributions to cover the cost of the planned extensive park facelift. ...
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