Monthly Archives: March 2021
SCAMMERS RAMP UP CALLS
BAYBORO – The phone number is local, and appears to be legit. I answer my cell phone like I always do: “This is Jeff,” which apparently triggers a recording. The guy sounds official. No foreign accent. Then, his serious tone immediately begins.
He is with the Social Security Administration (or so he claims) and he says, in no uncertain terms: “Your Social Security Number has been suspended for suspicious activity. Stay on the line and Press 1 for more information.”
No greeting. No beating around the bush with this guy. He wants to rip me off just as fast as possible. At least he could inquire if I am…
Utility considers sale | Opponents quickly rally
TOWN OF BEAUFORT — Carteret County for Public Water is a group of concerned citizens, formed as a response to the pending sale of the now county-owned Water System. We have a common goal — look for transparency on the potential sale.
Many citizens attended the March 15 meeting of the Carteret County Commissioners, and spoke during Public Comment in opposition.
Several Commissioners were condescending later in the meeting when discussing the public comment and made statements that they have met with us and have answered our questions.
For two weeks, multiple citizens have…
Everybody Else’s History | Believing this requires seeing!
By Lisa Rice
ALLIANCE – This is the official launch for a series of articles in the County Compass. We’re calling it “Everybody Else’s History!”
I feel honored to have been entrusted with a wide variety of items – antiques, curiosities, and you-name-its. Much of it resides behind our house in what originally began as a ‘man cave’ for my husband, Jake Rice!
Our collection began because Jake and I each came into our marriage with a few little treasures. They were from our individual histories and past experiences. The first item was Jake’s pool table. You see, I no longer wanted the pool table in t…
CRAVEN GOP
By Tamara Leonard
NEW BERN – The Craven County Republican Party will hold its annual convention on Saturday, March 20, 2021. Due to the COVID restrictions in North Carolina, we will be having a hybrid convention, meaning that delegates may attend in person or virtually via Zoom.
All registered Republicans in Craven County should have attended either an organized or open precinct meeting in February to register. If you have registered as a delegate or alternate, you will be receiving an email with the instructions on how to attend the Convention via Zoom.
If you choose to attend in person, th…
‘Almost new’ ambulance saves taxpayers big bucks!
BAYBORO – A huge thank you, and accolades, to the Pamlico County Rescue Squad for an innovative procedure that upgrades and improves much of an existing ambulance, saving the County Commission (and ultimately the taxpayers) $75,000.
T.W. Harris, Captain of the Rescue Squad, explains:
“This ambulance, known as EMS 3, was an original 2010 Braun Ambulance first purchased in October 2010 for $173,000. After 10 years of extensive use, and having been driven 125,000 miles, the recent remounted module is a lower cost way of getting a new ambulance.
“Basically the box is taken off the current ch…
First Annual ‘Trump Luncheon’ set for Saturday, March 13
By Dave Wickersham, Chairman | Pamlico County Republican Party
ORIENTAL – The first annual Trump Luncheon will be held immediately following our Pamlico County Convention at Brantley’s Village Restaurant on Saturday, March 13 at noon. Tickets are limited so please let us know if you would like tickets by calling Carol Brookman at (252) 670-5625, or me at (252) 269-4101. Our guest speaker for the Convention is Kyshia Lineberger, RNC Committeewoman from North Carolina. Kyshia will give us an update on what is going on and future plans of the Republican National Committee and some insight in…
New Bern selects Police Chief | Opening had pool of 74 applicants
By Colleen Roberts | Public Information Officer | City of New Bern
Deputy Chief Patrick Gallagher, from Virginia Beach, Va., has accepted the position of Chief of Police for the New Bern Police Department. His first day in the office will be Monday, March 22. He takes over after the retirement of Chief Toussaint Summers, Jr. on March 19.
Gallagher’s law enforcement career spans more than 30 years and started when he joined the United States Army Military Police Corp in 1983. In 1990, he joined the Virginia Beach Police Department and advanced through the ranks from patrol officer to deputy chi…
FISHES & LOAVES receives $50,000 donation
By Bill Miles
ORIENTAL – Pamlico County Fishes and Loaves Outreach, affectionately know by the acronynm PCFLO, has served as an important food pantry for the past 14 years. Needy clients are increasing and, as a result, the nonprofit’s food storage needs are also increasing. PCFLO will soon move its distribution center from the current location at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church to a newly purchased facility at 108 Straight Road in Oriental.
The church’s generous donation is an incredible step forward, but more funding is being sought.
PCFLO began its mission in 2007, distribu…
