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Meet the new faces of Beaufort County

The 2026 election brought a wave of change across the country and Beaufort County. Voters elected two new county commissioners, one new member of the Board of Education and a new state house representative. Beaufort County Commissioners. John Edwards. In his early 30s, Edwards is the youngest commissioner. A 2010...

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Residents call for town manager’s resignation

A group of Belhaven residents called for the resignation of Town Manager Lynn Davis during the regular meeting of the Board of Aldermen, Nov. 9. Kisha Moore spoke on behalf of the group, using the name “Concerned Citizens of the Town of Belhaven,” during the New Business portion of the meeting.

Belhaven, NC · 1d
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Beaufort County shares dates and application options for heating assistance

Who qualifies for automatic LIEAP payments in Beaufort County?. Why are some households notified in November without applying?. Beaufort County residents may be able to get help paying their heating bills through the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program, or LIEAP. The federally funded program provides a one-time payment directly to a...

Beaufort County, NC · 2d
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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 · 14h
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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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Widespread frost/freeze for most areas Saturday night

Eastern North Carolina remains on target for a widespread, significant frost/freeze risk Saturday night through 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. Due...

Martin County, NC · 1d

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Tucked Off A Two-Lane Road In Ayden, North Carolina, Bum’s Restaurant Has Served Whole-Hog Barbecue For Generations

Some towns are known for a single landmark, and in Ayden, that landmark might be a barbecue pit. This small Pitt County town sits in the heart of eastern North Carolina, where whole-hog barbecue is less a menu item and more a local tradition. One family-run spot here has kept...

Ayden, NC · 2d

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Brush fire burns about two acres in Chocowinity

Fire crews responded to a brush fire Thursday, November 11 in the area of West Barr Road in Chocowinity. The Chocowinity Fire Department says crews found about two acres burning, with flames spreading into nearby woods. Limited access to the fire meant only brush trucks could reach the area. Blounts...

Chocowinity, NC · 1d

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New Bern aldermen postpone Weyerhaeuser rezoning vote after resident concerns

NEW BERN, N.C. (WITN) - The New Bern Board of Aldermen voted to postpone a vote on a rezoning request by Weyerhaeuser after neighbors voiced opposition at Tuesday’s meeting. The company is seeking to rezone 1,245 acres of land near the Greenbrier neighborhood. The land is near the Highway...

New Bern, NC · 2d

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New Bern residents invited to weigh in on 1,200-acre development proposal

People in New Bern will have an opportunity this (Tuesday) afternoon to learn more about a proposal to rezone more than 1,200 acres near the U.S. 70 and Highway 43 connector. Timber company Weyerhaeuser wants to rezone three large parcels for commercial and residential development near the Greenbrier, Arcadia Village and West New Bern communities.

New Bern, NC · 3d

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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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ENC sports: East Duplin prepares for playoffs, North Pitt soccer advances to quarters

EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — The second round of the high school football playoffs kicks off Friday night, with top-seeded East Duplin preparing to host Washington in a matchup between two teams coming off very different starts to the postseason. Meanwhile, North Pitt's boys soccer team is headed to the...

Beulaville, NC · 2d

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Confirmed rabies cases in Pitt County now at five after rabid raccoon attacks dog

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — New numbers from the Pitt County Health Department are shining a light on rabies cases in the area. Health department officials said after a rabid raccoon attacked a dog in Winterville on Monday, the number of cases in the county is now at 5, more than double the number this […]

Pitt County, NC · 15h

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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.

New Bern, NC · 2d

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Community in every cup: Coffee Chapel opens in Chocowinity to serve coffee and serve the community

Crafted with sanctuary in every sip, Coffee Chapel in Chocowinity blends faith and coffee with a mission that goes beyond the daily brew, uplifting the local community. Coffee Chapel opened Oct. 2 in Chocowinity. Though Harbor Church shares space with Coffee Chapel, the two are separate entities, with Harbor Church using a portion of the building for its Sunday morning worship services.

Chocowinity, NC · 1d

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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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New Bern Children’s Museum aims to open by the end of the year

What is the opening timeline for the New Bern Children’s Museum?. What features are included in the New Bern Children’s Museum exhibits?. From a moving dinosaur to a miniature town, a whole new world for kids is taking shape in New Bern. “This is one of the neatest...

New Bern, NC · 15h

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New Bern golf tournament helps fund cancer patient support

NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — The 2026 Journey of Hope Golf Tournament has raised $145,560 to help benefit local cancer patients. Journey of Hope provides financial assistance as well as support service to cancer patients who are receiving treatment through CarolinaEast. By helping patients with expenses and needs, it allows patients to focus on healing […]

New Bern, NC · 1d

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Wreaths Across America chili cookoff returns to New Bern with 16 teams Nov. 21

As colder weather moves into eastern North Carolina, chili lovers will have a chance to sample recipes and support local veterans at an upcoming cookoff in New Bern. The third annual Wreaths Across America Chili Cookoff is scheduled for Nov. 21 at Union Point Park. The event will feature chili from 16 teams, along with live music and a vendor fair. It runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

New Bern, NC · 2d

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New Bern P & Z Board to consider adding cryptocurrency mining facilities and data centers language to ordinance — Nov. 12

Citizens of New Bern will have a chance to weigh in on proposed changes to the “Land Use” appendix in the Code of Ordinances on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026. City of New Bern Planning and Zoning Board will consider changing the Code of Ordinances to define Cryptocurrency Mining Facilities and Data Centers and add them to the Table of Permissible Uses within the Industrial 1 (I-1) and Industrial 2 (I-2) districts by right and the Commercial (C-3) district as a special use on Nov. 12, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the second-floor Courtroom at City Hall, 300 Pollock St. in New Bern, NC, according to the meeting agenda.

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