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Two incidents occurred in Hertford County, North Carolina this week. The first incident involved a family altercation that resulted in the shooting death of a 25-year-old man by his 20-year-old brother. The second incident involved the armed robbery of a convenience store by three individuals, who were also involved in a separate case of breaking and entering and larceny from a residence.

KELFORD – A local man suspected of firing shots at a vehicle here Wednesday morning is now locked up in the Bertie/Martin Regional Jail with no bond. Jawaun Palmer, age 20, was arrested on Thursday, Dec. 7 and charged with going armed to the terror of the public, and shooting within city limits. The charges […] The post Kelford shooter arrested appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.

More people are being injured or killed in hunting-related shooting accidents, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission warns. According to NC Wildlife, five people have been killed in hunting accidents involving guns this season in North Carolina, more than the past three seasons combined, which had one death between 2020 and 2022.

ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) — A Roanoke Rapids woman has been charged with driving while impaired after a vehicle struck a light pole causing the vehicle to overturn. Around 1 a.m. on Sunday, Roanoke Rapids police responded to Marshall Street concerning a single-vehicle motor vehicle accident. Police said Kelly...

Bertie County Director of Social Services (DSS) Daphine Little is facing an almost insurmountable challenge. The DSS oversees foster children and their care. Currently they are attempting to place the 21 foster children under the county’s care. While the number of Bertie County foster children is high, the number of licensed Foster Care facilities in Bertie County could barely get any lower. There’s only one. The current Foster Parent shortage...

The Roanoke Rapids Police Department reported the following, according to Chief Shane Guyant:. A Halifax man with two pending superior court dates will have a December 21 district court after more charges were lodged against him. Joshua Antonio Burnell, 40, remains in the Halifax County Detention Center without the opportunity...

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to ahoskie..

A year ago Bertie County Sheriff Tyrone Ruffin took his Oath of Office. Since then he has criss-crossed the county speaking on gun awareness, gang violence, the benefits of paying attention and the importance of family. He recently reflected and shared his vision for Bertie County. “My first year as sheriff has been a busy, but wonderful journey thus far. What has made it so wonderful is the prayers and support I’ve received since taking office. It has been wonderful to meet the citizens of...

It was easier for Mr. and Mrs Claus to find the Aulander Community Building once town resident and local icon Bobbie Parker flipped the switch on the town towering Christmas Tree last Friday evening. The event brought parents, infants and toddlers from across the county to partake in the evening’s festivities and share Santa’s lap. Children with wish lists and moms and dads with newborns hovered around the bearded one,...

FRANKLIN, Va. (WAVY) — The reward has been increased to $20,000 for information that leads to the arrest of murder suspect Tashawnda Nicole Drayton. Drayton, 24, has been wanted since the August 9 killing of Franklin 10-year-old La’Marj Holden. U.S. Marshals think family and close associates on the East Coast have been helping to hide Drayton in the meantime.

If you reside in Hertford County, North Carolina and try to stay on top of all the local high school basketball action, we've got you covered. Below, we offer all the details you need for how to watch the games today. Follow high school basketball this season on the NFHS...

The hunt for accused child killer T Shonda Drayton intensifies as the US Marshall service doubles the reward to $20,000. Known as rapper 23 Brazy, Drayton is wanted for the shooting death of a 10-year-old boy in Franklin.

Concerned Citizens of Rich Square holds ribbon cutting celebration The post Working together for a better community appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.

Ralph's Barbecue in Weldon, NC, is a special place with a long history starting in 1941. This place gives you a real taste of Southern BBQ that everyone, whether you're from here or just visiting, will love. Let's take a quick peek at their menu and a standout dish:

Chief Walt “Red Hawk” Brown and other representatives of the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Southampton County recently gave a presentation to students at Sunnyside Elementary School in McKenney on the history of the tribe and its recorded language. The presentation, which included native dancing, was given to around 250 second through fifth grade students […] The post Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) tribe shares history appeared first on Windsor Weekly.

Medicaid has expanded in North Carolina, giving more than a half-million citizens the opportunity to take care of themselves medically. The North Carolina General Assembly voted earlier this year to approve the expansion, which was favored by Governor Roy Cooper. The federal government will pay 90 percent of the cost, as stipulated under the Affordable […] The post Medicaid expansion underway appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.

Carotel Club honors Hertford County EMS The post A job well done appeared first on The Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald.

ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. (WNCN) — A father and son drug felon duo who had a Mercedes-Benz S-class sedan and $8,000 in cash seized during a raid last year have now pleaded guilty on various charges, officials said. A search warrant was executed Aug 5, 2022, at a house in...

A Greensville Correctional Center leader addressed security issues as the facility has faced inadequate staffing, long-term lockdowns, and multiple inmate deaths over the past several months.

The Powellsville Town Commissioners in this Bertie hamlet will have a new look in 2024, and a younger one as well. Two new commissioners took their first oath of office at the Powellsville Town Hall here Tuesday before a packed room of citizens and well-wishers. Antonio Hoggard and Camille Taylor will fill two seats, along with re-elected commissioner Hattie Askew, on the three-member board when they first convene as a...