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Over 130 fentanyl pills seized in BCSO arrest
On April 25, 2024, Deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jaleza Aneice Alexander on multiple drug charges. This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the sale of fentanyl in the Beaufort County area and more arrests are expected. As a result of this investigation, Deputies seized over 130 fentanyl pills. Jaleza […] The post Over 130 fentanyl pills seized in BCSO arrest appeared first on Washington Daily News.
PROFILE 2024: Jared Adams
Jared Adams Northside HS Athletic Director Age 32 Residence: Washington Bath native Jared Adams played football, basketball, golf and baseball while at Northside High School. The 2009 graduate played club golf while obtaining his undergraduate and graduate degrees in Physical Education with a Math concentration from East Carolina University. The 32-year old Adams wasn’t planning […] The post PROFILE 2024: Jared Adams appeared first on Washington Daily News.
One dead, one injured in early-morning shooting in New Bern
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — One person was killed and another injured in an early-morning shooting that happened in New Bern. Police responded just before 4 a.m. to the 1900 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard for a reported gunshot victim. They found two people suffering from apparent gunshot wounds in the parking lot […]
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office to receive custom made vest for K-9
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A non-profit organization has donated a bullet and stab protective vest for a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office K9 named Athos. Vested Interest in K9s, INC., is a charity whose mission is to provide these vests as well as other forms of assistance to dogs related to law enforcement and other agencies […]
Opinion: NC Wildlife Commission has failed to protect black bear cubs, other wildlife
This is the second high-profile bear cub abuse case I am aware of in North Carolina that the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission failed to prosecute. In the first case, Richard Godley posted videos of himself and his dogs tormenting two, approximately 2-month-old cubs in Beaufort County. Two-month-old cubs weigh a mere 4-6 pounds and cannot survive without their mother. The Wildlife Commission searched for those cubs for an hour and then gave up, ensuring their deaths. Even...
Bike NC Coastal Ride kicks into gear in Washington
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WNCT) — A combination of boats and bicycles took over Mac “Bear” Hodges Park in Washington on Thursday as the Bike NC Coastal Ride opened up for its ride this weekend. The ride features over 1,300 participants, spanning in age from 4-91 with the average age being 63. Two riders, Jennifer Betts and […]
Cycle North Carolina Ride event begins, bringing influx of cyclists
Eastern North Carolina — Beaufort County is preparing for an influx of cyclists for the Cycle North Carolina Ride event starting today, April 26. The City of Washington is hosting this event from Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28 that is anticipated to bring a lot of cycling enthusiasts to the area. Officials say the routes will span across Beaufort, Pitt and Martin Counties along various roadways.
Beaufort County Arts Council awards top photographers
The Beaufort County Arts Council held its 15th Annual Juried Photography Show awards and closing reception at the Turnage Theater on April 25. Judges Latrell Broughton and Charles Thrasher awarded top honors across several categories, highlighting the diverse talents of local photographers. The results of the competition, which drew entries from 28 participants, are as […] The post Beaufort County Arts Council awards top photographers appeared first on Washington Daily News.
BCSO K9 Athos to get donation of body armor
Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office K9 Athos will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Athos’ vest is sponsored by John and Molly Shirk of Redmond, WA and will be embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest […] The post BCSO K9 Athos to get donation of body armor appeared first on Washington Daily News.
New Bern man charged with murder in connection to body found in 2018
NEW BERN, Craven County — A New Bern man has been charged with an open count of murder in connection to a body found in Craven County. Gerard Alexander Brimmer Jr., 28, of New Bern was the man charged. On July 26, 2018, 25-year-old Leon Deondre Carmon was reported...
Blounts Creek firefighter suffers serious injuries in ATV rollover incident
BLOUNTS CREEK, Beaufort County —We’re learning that a fire fighter was involved in an ATV rollover. It all happened just before 11 a.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024. The Blounts Creek Volunteer Fire Department posted to its Facebook page that a firefighter suffered serious injuries after the ATV he was riding overturned off a bulkhead onto large rocks next to the water.
Suspect arrested in 2018 Craven County murder case
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The Craven County Sheriff’s Office has arrested and charged a man in the 2018 murder of another man. Gerard Alexander Brimmer Jr., 28, of 5455 N.C. Hwy 55 West in New Bern has been charged with an open count of murder in the death of Leon Deondre Carmen. Brimmer was […]
Fountain’s racing legacy celebrated on “Reggie Day”
Powerboat racing and boating industry legend Reggie Fountain was celebrated on Tuesday, April 23 by friends, family and Fountain Boats employees. They gathered to honor Fountain on what is now, officially known as “Reggie Day” in Beaufort County. “I am honored by this special day and appreciate the decades of coverage we’ve received from The […] The post Fountain’s racing legacy celebrated on “Reggie Day” appeared first on Washington Daily News.
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