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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 · 16h

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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...

Beaufort, NC · 15h

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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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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 · 12h

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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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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 · 1d

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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 · 22h

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More than 50 march 22 miles from Havelock to New Bern for veteran suicide awareness

More than 50 people pushed through sore feet and aching bodies to complete a 22-mile walk from Havelock to New Bern on Wednesday, driven by personal ties to military service and a mission to support veterans. The annual “March for the 22” ended at the Freshwater Beer Company brewery in...

New Bern, NC · 1d

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Camp Lejeune is advising drivers to expect delays and temporary gate closures next week

Camp Lejeune is advising drivers to expect delays and temporary gate closures next week. On Tuesday, November 17, drivers can expect delays at the Piney Green Gate from noon until 3 p.m. The Stone Bay Gate will also have delays and changes to traffic patterns from 6 p.m. Tuesday until...

Camp Lejeune, NC · 1d

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Stretch of highway in Jones County dedicated to former state senator

JONES COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - A stretch of highway in Jones County now honors former State Senator Cecil Hargett. The North Carolina Department of Transportation dedicated part of U.S. 258, from Highway 41 to Tuckahoe Swamp, in his honor. Family, friends, and colleagues gathered in Trenton on Tuesday for a ceremony to unveil the signs.

Jones County, NC · 2d

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ECU basketball hosts doubleheader as Swansboro prepares for playoff road trip

How long is Swansboro High's road trip to the second-round playoff game?. Why is Wake Forest's ACC matchup at SMU considered a tough test?. GREENVILLE, Pitt County — It's a busy day for East Carolina University basketball, with both the men's and women's teams taking the court at Minges Coliseum on Wednesday.

Swansboro, NC · 1d

publicradioeast.org

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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This Free North Carolina Powwow Fills a Weekend With Drums, Dancing, and Dozens of Native Vendors

Some of the best weekends in North Carolina start at a place you would normally drive right past without a second look. Picture a plain veterans hall with a wide grassy field, and then imagine that field filling with the deep beat of drums, swirling regalia, and the smell of good food drifting from vendor tents.

Jacksonville, 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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Second annual Crystal Coast fishing weekend invites wounded warriors, limited to 50 daily

Wounded warriors are invited to fish on the Crystal Coast this weekend during the second annual Pier and Surf Fishing Weekend. Take A Warrior Fishing says Saturday’s pier fishing starts at 7 a.m. at Bogue Inlet Pier in Emerald Isle. Participants will receive a 24-hour fishing pass, and fishing gear will be provided.

Emerald Isle, 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 · 23h

The Laurinburg Exchange

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 · 2d

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Battle of the Badges softball game returns to Jacksonville

ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Onslow County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Jacksonville Police Department are coming together for the 5th Annual Battle of the Badges Softball Game. This event will take place at the Jacksonville Commons, 100 Recreation Ln., Jacksonville, on Friday, Nov. 13 at 6:30 pm. The entry fee is $10 and […]

Jacksonville, NC · 1d

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Craven County Government Center East to get elevator, DMV and magistrate offices

What is the size of the renovated Craven County Government Center East building?. Which departments will be housed in the renovated Craven County Government Center East?. Why is a new elevator being installed in the Craven County Government Center East?. HAVELOCK, Craven County — Hudson Brothers Construction says work is...

Craven County, NC · 2d

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