The Thetis was owned by millionaire Charles H. Fuller of Pawtucket, Rhode Island. It was built in 1901 by George Lawley and Son in Neponset, Massachusetts. This luxury yacht was quite the marvel of its day. Weighing 98 tons, it was 128 feet long, nearly 16 and a half feet wide, and a draft of […] The post The Thetis: A luxury yacht from a different era appeared first on Washington Daily News.

It has been one week since Beaufort County Schools added metal detectors to campuses across the county. Principal of Northside High School, Tracey Nixon, shared with the Daily News how her school is adjusting to the change.  Northside High School is a 1A school located in Pinetown that has about 385 students who take four […] The post Northside High School adjusts to metal detector appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Two female elementary school students in Beaufort County died nine days apart during the month of October.  Nariyah I. Gibbs, 11, of Washington and a student at P.S. Jones Middle School died on Oct. 3. Nakyra N. Weston, 10, of Belhaven and a student at Northeast Elementary died on Oct. 12. Paradise Funeral Home, Inc., […] The post Two Beaufort County students die nine days apart appeared first on Washington Daily News.

BCCC’s Best is Beaufort County Community College’s monthly recognition of students who embody our best qualities. This month we are recognizing our students who show respect to their fellow Beaufort community members. The post BCCC’s Best for October 2024 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

From Pitt County Sheriff’s Office: Pitt County, N.C. – On October 25, 2024, the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office concluded a two-week investigation into a shooting that occurred at 220 Jimmy Ln. on October 9, 2024. The investigation ended when detectives from the Gang and Gun, Special Operations, and Major Crimes Units along with deputies from […] The post Washington pair arrested on gun, drug charges appeared first on Washington Daily News.

It was a routine shower for Tanna Bishop-Kinsey, of Washington, until she lifted her arm to shave. She could feel a lump near her left breast. Considering she had been experiencing tenderness in her breasts for the last two weeks, Bishop-Kinsey immediately did a self-examination.  At first, Bishop-Kinsey “didn’t think anything of” the tenderness, because […] The post Washington woman’s self-examination helps detect breast cancer early  appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The towering luxury yacht docked along the riverwalk in Washington has been capturing the attention of young and old alike. Captained by Verdes Terblanche, the X95 Princess yacht is en route to Florida. “I am the captain of the Impromptu for the owner, who resides in New York and Florida,” said Terblanche. “We are currently […] The post Luxury yacht captivates onlookers appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The Washington Police Department is requesting the public’s help in located Jamarion Windley, also known as “Choo Choo.” Windley is wanted on three charges – attempted murder, weapons offenses and resisting arrest, the department shared on social media. Windley may be in the Washington, Greenville or Williamston areas. If seen, residents are encouraged to contact […] The post WPD searching for man wanted on attempted murder and other charges appeared first on Washington Daily News.

On Oct. 23, deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office observed 47-year-old Linwood Michael McRoy Jr. entering the Speedway in Chocowinity.  Deputies confirmed Linwood McRoy Jr. had an outstanding Order For Arrest out of Wayne County and approached him to place him under arrest.  During a subsequent search of Linwood McRoy Jr., deputies located 22 […] The post Deputies find meth while arresting Chocowinity man for outstanding warrant appeared first on Washington Daily News.

During the month of October, candidates for state legislative offices, judicial offices and local seats were presented with an opportunity to share information about their educational and professional backgrounds, qualifications and platforms, all of which will be part of a voter guide published in the Saturday, Oct. 26 edition of Washington Daily News.  Information about […] The post Get to know candidates with this year’s voter’s guide appeared first on Washington Daily News.

During the month of October, candidates for state legislative offices, judicial offices and local seats were presented with an opportunity to share information about their educational and professional backgrounds, qualifications and platforms, all of which will be part of a voter guide published in the Saturday, Oct. 26 edition of Washington Daily News.  Information about […] The post Get to know candidates with this year’s voter’s guide appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Editor’s Note: Seth Edwards is running unopposed.  Seth Edwards  Residence: Washington  Highest level of education: JD  Occupation: District Attorney  Political affiliation: Republican  Personal Statement:  It has a great honor to serve the citizens of Beaufort, Hyde, Martin, Tyrrell and Washington counties for the past 22 years as your District Attorney. I look forward to continuing […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidate for NC Superior Court Judge District 2 Seat 2 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Bob Brinson  Residence: New Bern  Highest level of education: Master of Public Administration Occupation: NC Senator  Political affiliation: Republican  Personal statement:  I currently serve as your NC Senator. I decided in High School government class that I would live a life of public service. I graduated from New Bern High School and received an appointment […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidates for NC Senate District 3 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Malissa Polk Residence: Washington  Highest level of education: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education Occupation: Substitute Teacher Political Affiliation: Polk did not provide her political affiliation.  Personal Statement:  I am running to ensure that your children and mine are safe from being bullied. I want the teachers to have better resources available to them to […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidates for Board of Education District 1 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Editor’s Note: Keith Mason is running unopposed.  Keith Mason   Residence: Washington  Highest level of education: Law degree (JD) Occupation: District Court Judge  Political affiliation: Democrat  Personal statement:  I became a District Court Judge because I believed that I could no longer sit on the sidelines and watch what was happening to my country. It needed […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidate for NC Superior Court District 2, Seat 4 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

F. Mac Hodges  Residence: Washington  Highest level of education: 14 Graduate of Pitt Community College Occupation: Field Representative, NC Farm Bureau Federation, Funeral Director, Paul Funeral Home Political affiliation: Democrat  Personal statement:  I have been a member of the Beaufort County Board of Education since 1984. Throughout my 40 years of service, I have worked […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidates for Board of Education District 5 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Editor’s Note: Daniel Hudson is running unopposed.  Daniel Hudson  Residence: Pinetown  Highest level of education: Two Years of Technical Training  Occupation: Fleet Support Specialist  Political affiliation: Republican  Personal statement:  I was born and raised in Beaufort County, and I graduated from Washington High School. I am married to Heather Hudson, who was also born and […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidate for Board of Education District 9 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Jason Williams:  Residence: Washington  Highest level of education: Juris Doctor from University of Florida College of Law Occupation: District Court Judge  Political affiliation: Democrat  Personal statement:  I was appointed to be a District Court Judge last year when a sitting judge retired. Prior to that, I practiced law in the Second Judicial District for a […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidates for NC District Court Judge District 2 Seat 3 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Editor’s Note: Carolyn Walker is running unopposed.  Carolyn S. Walker  Residence: Washington  Highest level of education: BCCC Occupation: Retail Merchant  Political affiliation: Republican  Personal Statement:  I am currently on the Beaufort County School Board, and I am running for re-election for District 7.  I have always been a strong supporter of our school system. I […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidate for Board of Education District 7 appeared first on Washington Daily News.

TW Allen  Residence: Pinetown  Highest level of education: 2-year College  Occupation: Manager of Engineering and Edge of Grid Assets  Political affiliation: Republican  Personal statement:  TW Allen is a 47-year resident of the Belhaven area. I am running for District 3 Beaufort County School Board. I currently serve as Chairman of the School Board. I have […] The post Voter’s Guide 2024: Meet the candidates for Board of Education District 3 appeared first on Washington Daily News.