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3 Killed In Goose Creek Double-Murder Suicide Identified
The Berkeley County Coroner's Office has identified three people killed in what Goose Creek police are calling an apparent double-murder suicide. The post 3 Killed In Goose Creek Double-Murder Suicide Identified first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Hanahan Man Killed After Striking Tree With Vehicle In North Charleston
HANAHAN, S.C. – A Hanahan man has died following a crash Saturday in North Charleston. According to the Dorchester County Coroner’s Office, Alan Aguilar, 18, of Hanahan was one of two people to die in the collision. Katherine Garcia-Nativi, 20, of North Charleston also lost her life in the crash. According to Coroner Paul J. Brouthers, the crash happened around […] The post Hanahan Man Killed After Striking Tree With Vehicle In North Charleston first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Nikki Haley’s Bus Stop Tour Headed To Moncks Corner Friday
Presidential hopeful Nikki Haley will make a stop in Moncks Corner on Friday just one day before the first-in-the south Republican presidential primary. The post Nikki Haley’s Bus Stop Tour Headed To Moncks Corner Friday first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
BCSD’s Approved 2024-2025 Instructional Calendar Includes Earlier Start Date
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – Next year’s instructional calendar will look a little different for Berkeley County parents, teachers and students. On Tuesday, the Berkeley County School Board unanimously approved a recommended draft for the 2024-2025 school year. The new calendar will have teachers returning to the classroom on Aug. 7, 2024 – seven days earlier than the current calendar. Students […] The post BCSD’s Approved 2024-2025 Instructional Calendar Includes Earlier Start Date first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Goose Creek Police Investigating Walmart Parking Lot Shooting
Goose Creek police are investigating a shooting that took place in the Walmart parking lot on St. James Avenue on Tuesday night. The post Goose Creek Police Investigating Walmart Parking Lot Shooting first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Century Aluminum Contributes $773M Yearly To SC’s Economy: Report
The study documents the economic impact that Mt. Holly has on South Carolina, where the average wage among all direct jobs supported by Century Mt. Holly is $102,302. The post Century Aluminum Contributes $773M Yearly To SC’s Economy: Report first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Traffic Stop Leads To Cocaine, Meth, Pill Bust In Berkeley County
Berkeley County deputies recently arrested Albert Ray Boshard Jr., 54, for trafficking cocaine, possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine and several other charges. The post Traffic Stop Leads To Cocaine, Meth, Pill Bust In Berkeley County first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Stratford High School Senior’s Artwork Featured on Home Telecom Directory Cover
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The Verdant Beauty of Cypress, drawn by Stratford High School senior Ash Trespicio, will grace the cover of the annual Home Telecom Directory this year after winning first place in the 2024 Home Telecom Directory Art Challenge competition. In its 10th year, the challenge is one of Home Telecom’s ongoing education outreach programs directed at art […] The post Stratford High School Senior’s Artwork Featured on Home Telecom Directory Cover first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
New Fire Station To Be Built In Pimlico Community
The new 10,000-square-foot facility will house the department's new ladder truck, one engine, a light rescue and will become the headquarters station for PRVFD. The post New Fire Station To Be Built In Pimlico Community first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Moncks Corner Police Search For Liquor Store Armed Robbery Suspects
According to police, on Jan. 28, two masked men dressed in black entered the Tailrace Spirits Liquor Store at 509 North Hwy. 52 armed with guns and demanded cash from the store clerk. The post Moncks Corner Police Search For Liquor Store Armed Robbery Suspects first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Deputies Searching For Goose Creek Man
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Brian Cator Bustamante, 34, of Goose Creek. The post Berkeley County Deputies Searching For Goose Creek Man first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Santee Cooper Announces EVolve Recipients
The EVolve Grant program allows eligible commercial customers to apply for up to $25,000 in grant funding for EV projects in the categories of make-ready research, education and outreach, EV charging infrastructure and electric fleet conversion. The post Santee Cooper Announces EVolve Recipients first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
U.S. Marshals Arrest Berkeley County Man Wanted In Charleston Car Dealership Thefts
The United States Marshals Service has arrested a Berkeley County man and another person in connection to the January theft of several vehicles at a West Ashley automobile dealership. The post U.S. Marshals Arrest Berkeley County Man Wanted In Charleston Car Dealership Thefts first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Wassamasaw Tribe Discusses Land Preservation, Native American Rights With Lawmakers
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. – The Wassamasaw Tribe recently advocated for land preservation and Native American legislation during a series of private meetings at the State Capitol with legislators Sylleste Davis, Larry Grooms, and Brian Adams. Last week, representatives from the Wassamasaw Tribe engaged in productive discussions with lawmakers Davis, Grooms, and Adams addressing critical issues related to land preservation and the […] The post Wassamasaw Tribe Discusses Land Preservation, Native American Rights With Lawmakers first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Arrest Made In Fatal Goose Creek Apartment Shooting
Davon Dwayne Devore, 30, has been charged with murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime and two counts of possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. The post Arrest Made In Fatal Goose Creek Apartment Shooting first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
Berkeley County Child Care Educators, Staff May Qualify For Federal Wage Bonus
This is a unique chance for child care professionals to receive wage bonuses while doing the job they love using a limited, one-time source of federal money. The post Berkeley County Child Care Educators, Staff May Qualify For Federal Wage Bonus first appeared on The Berkeley Observer.
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