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Early morning fire destroys boat in Carteret County

CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - A fire ravaged a boat in Carteret County early this morning. The Broad and Gales Creek Fire Department says its crews were called to a reported boat fire around 4:40 a.m. at Jones Landing Road in Broad Creek. Crews arrived on scene within minutes to...

Carteret County, NC · 1d
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Law enforcement search large foreign-based tanker at the Morehead City State Port

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WITN) - The Carteret County Sheriff’s Office says it was involved in the search of a large foreign-based tanker at the Morehead City State Port. The sheriff’s office says it came at the request of the Department of Homeland Security. The U.S. Coast Guard Base Fort Macon was also involved, along with the sheriff’s office K-9 team.

Morehead City, NC · 4h
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Search crews locate missing kayaker in Pamlico County

A kayaker reported missing Thursday morning was found safe about 80 minutes later, according to the Pamlico County Sheriff's Office. The report came in around 7:30 a.m. Search crews from the Pamlico County Sheriff’s Office, Pamlico County Emergency Management, and the N.C. Marine Patrol worked together to locate the kayaker, PCSO said.

Pamlico County, NC · 7h
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Beaufort intersection to close Nov. 16-24 for water main work; parking limits planned

Which streets will have a lane open for access during the closure?. BEAUFORT, Carteret County — Drivers in Beaufort should prepare for traffic disruptions and parking restrictions as crews begin water main installation work at the intersection of Ann Street and Moore Street. According to the Town of Beaufort,...

Beaufort, NC · 2d
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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...

Beaufort, NC · 19h

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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 · 14h

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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 · 2d

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Hyde County Sheriff’s Office warns of scam calls impersonating deputies

What action does the Sheriff’s Office recommend after a suspicious call?. The Hyde County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about phone calls from people falsely claiming to be sheriff’s deputies. The callers may say they have paperwork for someone and are coming to arrest them, according to...

Hyde County, NC · 1d

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Carteret County veteran reflects on service as New Bern prepares for first Honor Flight

BEAUFORT, Carteret County — Nearly 60 years after serving during the Vietnam War, a Carteret County veteran is reflecting on the friends he lost, the memories that remain and a program helping veterans receive the recognition they deserve. Albert "Porky" Pokrzywa, 78, served in the U.S. Air Force from...

New Bern, NC · 1d