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Camp Lejeune confirms Marine was killed in parachute accident last week
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Camp Lejeune now says a Marine who died last week was in a parachute mishap. Sgt. Colin Arslanbas died late Thursday night in Carteret County. The Marine was part of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Composite Unit Training Exercise. The Naval Safety Command says...
Woman hit while riding bicycle dies from injuries sustained in crash
HAVELOCK, Craven County — A woman who was critically injured after being hit by a vehicle while riding her bicycle in Havelock on Apr. 17, 2024, has died. The crash happened at the intersection of U.S. Highway 70 and Stonebridge Trail. Alisha Kelly, 23, was the woman who was...
UPDATE: Cyclist with no lights, reflectors dies in pre-dawn crash
HAVELOCK, N.C. (WITN) - Police say a woman on a bicycle has now died after she was hit by a vehicle early Wednesday morning. Havelock police say Alisha Kelley was trying to cross four-lane U.S. 70 at Stonebridge Trail when she was struck by a vehicle going through the intersection with a green light. The crash happened Wednesday morning around 4:30 a.m.
Brothers returns to Newport for new role as finance officer
NEWPORT — Betsy Brothers had three goals when she was brought on as finance officer for the town of Newport in February. “I want to get these audits done, that’s the first one and by far the most important,” Brothers said. “Getting those straight will allow us to start applying for grants again, and third, we will be more organized as a department.”
Public comment period opens for temporary rules to implement new mandatory harvest reporting law
Members of the public may submit comments in any of the following ways:. Emailed to regulations@ncwildlife.org (include name, county, and state of residence in e-mail) At a combined agency public hearing to be held virtually on May 1, 2024, at 6 p.m. Pre-registration is required:. Join by phone: Toll-Free 833-568-8864.
Beaufort Wine and Food Festival is back again to raise money for charities
BEAUFORT, N.C. (WITN) - If you’re a foodie, wine lover, or just want a chance to give back, a festival this weekend is perfect for you. Culinary talent, wine dinners and mingling through a fashion show, the Beaufort Wine and Food Festival offers it all. “It’s amazing energy. Leading...
Weather Radio Wednesdays return with Chief Meteorologist Donnie Cox
Our area can experience some pretty dramatic weather which is why having a weather radio can help you and your family stay weather alert. We’re partnering with local businesses every Wednesday in the month of May for a weather radio event. You can purchase a weather radio and before you go a staff member will program it for you.
Havelock’s Edmonds transferring from ECU Football program
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Havelock’s Kamarro Edmonds has shared on social media he will enter the transfer portal from the ECU football program following spring ball. Edmonds started his college career at UNC and transferred to ECU where he has been part of the Pirates program the past two seasons.
Carteret Co. Business Expo returns for 15th year tonight
MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WITN) - Carteret County’s “Business after Hours” expo is returning for its 15th year!. Today’s business expo will be held from 4 to 7:30 p.m. tonight inside the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City. During the expo area businesses can display the...
NEW INFO: Troopers now say light-colored SUV killed woman in Carteret Co. hit-and-run
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - State troopers now say a light-colored SUV struck and killed a woman Friday night in one Eastern Carolina county. Cierra Bergins, of Sneads Ferry, was walking when she was hit on Tootle Road, just outside of Morehead City, around 8:20 p.m. The Highway Patrol originally...
‘Meeting the farmers behind the food:’ Craven County Schools hosts Farm Expo
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — More than 900 fourth graders from Craven and Jones counties gathered in New Bern on Wednesday for Craven County Schools’ Farm Expo. There were 26 booths showing students where milk comes from, how crops like rice are grown, how food is harvested and transported and also letting the students try […]
How you can make a difference in the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
New Bern, CRAVEN COUNTY — May 11 marks the 31st anniversary of the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive where communities across the nation join forces in the ongoing battle against hunger. It’s an effort spearheaded by the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC). This initiative hailed as the largest...
New Bern Board of Aldermen meet, contract work for roadways approved
NEW BERN, N.C. (WNCT) — On Tuesday, the Board of Aldermen met in New Bern. One of the items on the agenda included the approval of a contract for work on Walt Bellamy Drive and Bern Street. Just over half a million dollars will go into water and sewage improvements for both the 1200 block […]
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