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Town of Beaufort provides road project updates

BEAUFORT, N.C. (WITN) - The Town of Beaufort is giving an update on its roadwork projects. Crews have finished paving Mulberry Street and are still working on Broad and Pine streets. They are removing old pavement and leveling the road in the 700 and 800 blocks of Broad Street, east...

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Beaufort Pirate Invasion kicks off Friday with free waterfront reenactment

Beaufort’s pirate invasion begins Friday with a free reenactment of the Spanish attack on the town’s waterfront in 1747. The kickoff is scheduled from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. at Eury Park. Organizers invite people to come dressed as pirates and take part in the action. The main festival...

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Two Morehead City areas designated for federal economic development incentives

Which Morehead City census tracts received Opportunity Zone 2.0 designations?. Which 2018 Opportunity Zone remains active under the new program in Carteret County?. MOREHEAD CITY, Carteret County — Two areas of Morehead City have been selected for a federal program designed to encourage investment, create jobs and support economic development in communities.

Morehead City, NC · 3d
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Carteret County’s Bogue Banks sand project set to begin

Carteret County’s massive $37.6 million 2026-27 Bogue Banks beach-nourishment project originally set to begin by the end of this month may be pushed to mid-December, but Atlantic Beach Mayor Danny Navey said Monday the contractor was already mobilizing. “We’re all excited,” he said. “The contract is in place, and...

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Families, veterans and school track teams invited to Beaufort 5K Run/Walk for Recovery

BEAUFORT, Carteret County — Loaves and Fishes of Beaufort and Veterans Services of the Carolinas are hosting a 5K Run/Walk for Recovery on Saturday, Nov. 14. Organizers say the run and walk will begin at 8 a.m. near the intersection of Front and Craven streets. The event is open...

Beaufort, NC · 17h

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Newport man breaks state fishing record after catching mutton snapper over 20 lbs

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WNCT) — A Newport man broke a North Carolina record after pulling in a 20-pound, 14.72-ounce mutton snapper, the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries announced. Miles Dover caught the fish 70 miles offshore in Onslow Bay. Officials said the previous record was set last year at 17-pounds, 12.8-ounces.

Newport, NC · 1d

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Coastal Federation to open new Coastal Protection and Restoration Center in Newport

What is the purpose of the Coastal Protection and Restoration Center?. NEWPORT, Carteret County — The North Carolina Coastal Federation will celebrate the grand opening of its new Coastal Protection and Restoration Center in Newport on Saturday, November 14. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at...

Newport, NC · 21h

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JD Vance arrives in New Bern for Marine Corps birthday ball

NEW BERN, NC- Vice President JD Vance made a special appearance in New Bern on Thursday night, alongside a heavy law enforcement presence. We captured footage during our 6 o’clock show, when Vance was pulling into the Riverfront Convention Center. News 12 team was there live for the arrival.

New Bern, NC · 1d

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Fleet Readiness Center East sends 1st C-130T aircraft for maintenance at Global TransPark

LENOIR COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Fleet Readiness Center East has welcomed its first C-130T Hercules aircraft for maintenance at Global TransPark’s new facility. It is the first to undergo full repairs since the Navy chose FRCE to handle its C-130 fleet. FRCE Commanding Officer Col. Christopher McDonald II said...

Havelock, NC · 16h

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Bystanders and Pamlico Rescue revive man after cardiac arrest with CPR, defibrillator

A man in Pamlico County is expected to recover after bystanders and first responders acted quickly during a cardiac emergency Friday morning. Pamlico 911 received a call at 8:48 a.m. for a man experiencing chest pain, according to the Pamlico County Sheriff’s Office. By 8:53 a.m., the man had collapsed.

Pamlico County, NC · 11h

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Carteret County offering free rabies vaccinations for pets Nov. 21

MOREHEAD CITY, Carteret County — Carteret County pet owners can get their dogs, cats and ferrets vaccinated against rabies for free during an upcoming drive-thru clinic. Carteret County Animal Control will host the vaccination clinic on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 8 to 11 a.m., or while supplies last. The...

Carteret County, NC · 1d

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Widespread frost/freeze still on track for Saturday night

Eastern North Carolina remains on target for a widespread, significant frost/freeze risk Saturday night into early Sunday morning. The coldest air we have seen this season will settle in from Friday through early next week. This will bring the coldest air to most areas along and west of Highway 17.

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22-mile Veterans Day march travels from Havelock to New Bern

HAVELOCK, Craven County — American Legion Post 539 organized a 22-mile Veterans Day march from Havelock to Union Point Park in New Bern. The walk began at the AMC theater in Havelock and followed U.S. 70, according to organizers. Post 539 says the march raises awareness about veteran suicide.

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North Carolina recovers record $3.7 million in unpaid wages as worker complaints rise

North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley says complaints about unpaid wages are increasing across the state, with his department recovering a record $3.7 million for workers last year, including nearly $14,000 in Craven County. Farley discussed the issue with Public Radio East on Tuesday while visiting New Bern for a...

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2 underrated Scotland defenders to watch against Swansboro

LAURINBURG — This Friday, Pate Stadium will host a second-round playoff matchup between the No. 4-seeded Fighting Scots and the 13th-seeded Swansboro Pirates. Winners of nine straight, Scotland enters the playoffs following a first-round bye, while Swansboro is coming off a first-round victory over White Oak. Here are two...

Swansboro, NC · 3d

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Former Kinston firefighter Brad Parker passes away

Former Kinston Department of Fire and Rescue Engineer Brad Parker passed away on Nov. 9, the department announced. Parker served with the department from June 23, 2003, through Jan. 29, 2020. The department asked the community to keep his family in its thoughts. Visitation is scheduled from 12:30 to 1:30...

Kinston, NC · 9h

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Trent Court buildings set for demolition after sitting vacant since Hurricane Florence

NEW BERN, Craven County — New Bern’s Board of Aldermen approved an agreement to begin the process of demolishing the vacant Trent Court buildings, according to Alderman Trey Ferguson. Ferguson says the agreement is with the New Bern Housing Authority and the State Historic Preservation Office. The demolition...

New Bern, NC · 1d

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Without Limits Christian Center marks 13th year of Operation Give Thanks food giveaway

As many families prepare for Thanksgiving, a New Bern church is working to help those facing food insecurity by providing free holiday meals. Without Limits Christian Center in New Bern will give away 500 turkey dinner boxes as part of its annual “Operation Give Thanks” event. The giveaway is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21 at 8:30 a.m.

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Teens get 1-hour Q&A with correctional officer at Havelock library

HAVELOCK, Craven County — Havelock Public Library is hosting a conversation with a local correctional officer for teens Friday, Nov. 13. The library says teens can ask questions and learn about a career in corrections. The session will also cover workplace skills that can be useful in any job...

Havelock, NC · 20h

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Researchers near completion of Slocum Creek pollution study

Researchers are nearing the end of a yearlong effort to track down the sources of bacteria pollution in Slocum Creek in Havelock. Sound Rivers Water Quality Specialist Taylor Seijo completed the 10th round of water sampling this week. The project began in January with funding from the North Carolina Land...

Havelock, NC · 18h