‘Canary in the Coal Mine?’ Local Woman’s Plight May Foretell Our Future
Editor’s Note: Congress gave local officials the authority to control the deployment of wireless infrastructure in their communities. Now the FCC is trying to take that authority away. The current system is working, but telecoms are impatient with local zoning laws and want unfettered ability…
Sheriff in Carteret Spots Good Time to Run for Congress
Aggressive, hard-hitting, take-no-prisoners gerrymandering has transformed the state’s First Congressional District – held by a Democrat since 1883 – into a likely GOP cakewalk for the 2026 elections. A whopping 23 counties – many snared from the Third Congressional District – should be fertile ground…
Nonprofits Hobnob Over Lunch
By Katie Shorter More than 40 Pamlico County nonprofits representatives attended a complimentary luncheon honoring their commitment to serving local residents. As part of its mission to support nonprofits delivering services to Pamlico County residents, fellow nonprofit Imagine Pamlico hosted “Pamlico Proud: A Celebration of…
Superstar Stunt Pilot to lead off Nov. 29 Air Show
Mild-Mannered Daredevil, now 35, Attended School in Arapahoe NEW BERN – This guy is good. And, he is a perfect complement to many other world-class aviation experts who will appear over the skies of Union Point Park beginning at 4:30pm on Saturday, Nov. 29 for…
5G Build-Out Poses Threat Yet Dodges Local Control
The official notice is known as FCC Docket No. 25-276. Backed by Big Telecom, the FCC intends to allow cell site towers in your neighborhood every 600 to 800 feet. And, in the fine print, local standards like zoning and Home Owner Association rules are…
Regulations Loom for Area Vape Shops
PAMLICO COUNTY – Responding to citizen complaints, elected officials vowed Monday night to come down hard on the half dozen brightly illuminated stores, hinting the lights might shroud a dark side to inappropriate business practices. Expressing his approval of a detailed three-page ordinance – a…
‘Super Stars’ of Formation Flying — Featured at Nov. 29 Air Show – FREE!
For the third consecutive year, this phenomenal, incredible, and spectacular performance happens Saturday, Nov. 29, at 4:30pm over Union Point Park in Downtown New Bern, compliments of Buddy & Wendy Stallings. Wonderful post-Thanksgiving fun for the entire family.
Complaint to FCC Solves Internet Problem at Warp Speed
Editor’s Note: If you have Brightspeed telephone and/or internet service, this article will be of particular interest. If your Brightspeed service fails, you will want to file a complaint with the FCC. Brightspeed will respond to FCC complaints because the FCC grants Brightspeed an exclusive…
‘Ghost Students’ Popping Up
Higher education officials in California have cracked down on the “fake students” enrolling in their community colleges, occupying much-needed seats and, in some cases, collecting federal and state student aid. But they downplay the cost of the fraud, which Secretary of Education Linda McMahon recently…
‘Food Desert’ May End Soon
Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina is excited to bring a community food market to Aurora, in the old Family Dollar building. The market will have fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, dairy, and other food – at affordable prices. The goal is to make it…
Hay Bale Decorating
HIGHWAY 306 HALF WAY BETWEEN GRANTSBORO & AURORA – Faye Gladson calls this event “a beloved fall tradition that celebrates creativity and community spirit.” Call her at 252-670-7447 for a registration form, which must be received by Oct. 10. The actual painting and décor…
‘Shrimp-gate’ Triggers GOP Squabble
Compiled from Staff Reports It appears to have been the last straw for the NCGOP 3rd Congressional District’s Executive Committee. After Phil Berger failed to pass Constitutional Carry (while Republicans held the super-majority), and rumors continue to swirl about arm twisting for gambling, now much…
