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Raleigh News & Observer

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Long-awaited pedestrian bridge opens near the Lenovo Center in West Raleigh

The signature red steel bridge over Wade Avenue in West Raleigh opens Saturday, providing safe passage for cyclists and pedestrians along a stretch of Blue Ridge Road near the N.C. Museum of Art . The bridge and connecting sidewalks are the first in what could be several changes in how people move about the area around the Lenovo Center as it develops into a 24-hour destination in coming years. It’s a milestone in the development of the area, said Nathan Spencer of the West Raleigh Alliance, a community group . “This bridge is the culmination of years of work by the alliance, in partnership with NCDOT and the City of Raleigh, to create a safe, dedicated pedestrian crossing for everyone: residents, State Fair visitors, concertgoers, and Wolfpack and Canes fans alike,” said Spencer, who co-chairs the group’s transit and transportation committee. The bridge will officially open at 11:30 a.m. as part of a wider celebration organized by the alliance and the city. “West Raleigh Multimodal Day,” as the event is called, aims to highlight the various ways of moving to and through a part of the city that draws visitors from throughout the region. The bridge parallels Blue Ridge Road

Raleigh, NC · 1d

The Johnstonian News

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Untreated wastewater discharge reported near NC 42 in Johnston County

Aqua North Carolina reported a 7,500-gallon untreated wastewater discharge in Johnston County; state officials are reviewing the incident.

Johnston County, NC · 2d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Wake County implements hiring freeze

The freeze is expected to be in place through June amid financial concerns.

Wake County, NC · 1d

hoodline.com

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West Raleigh's $5.5 Million Wade Avenue Crossing Ran Years Late

A dedicated crossing over Wade Avenue was supposed to be ready before crowds arrived for the 2023 North Carolina State Fair. The piece is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge in West Raleigh, running parallel to Blue Ridge Road, inside a $5.5 million city project that also builds a 10-foot-wide path along that road.

Raleigh, NC · 19h
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We Ranked 8 North Carolina Churches With Soaring Steeples And Stained Glass That Feel Straight Out Of Europe

My neck started hurting just reading about the first tower. It rises 210 feet above a North Carolina college campus, with a design inspired by Canterbury Cathedral in England. That was enough to send me down a very Gothic rabbit hole. Soon I was finding stained glass painted in Munich...

North Carolina · 3d

Raleigh News & Observer

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PBS North Carolina announces merger to strengthen statewide programming

Public media organizations PBS NC and WTVI PBS Charlotte have announced a merger to preserve statewide educational media. The agreement between the Raleigh and Charlotte-based organizations will allow for public service programming in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region to reach a statewide audience following approval by the Federal Communications Commission, according to the press release . “WTVI has been a trusted presence in living rooms across the Charlotte region, and I have deep respect for what the station has meant to its viewers, members and to the community,” David Crabtree, PBS North Carolina’s chief executive officer and general manager, said in the release. “Bringing WTVI into the PBS NC family means that everything WTVI has built now has a statewide stage.”

Charlotte, NC · 2d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Christmas parades and holiday events across central NC: 2026 Holiday Guide

Here are some events across central NC the whole family can enjoy together.

Raleigh, NC · 1d

FOX8 News

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Concerned mother starts online petition to fix dangerous Siler City intersection

SILER CITY, N.C. (WGHP) — Every day, Lizzi Clontz takes her kids to and from school and daycare along Silk Hope Liberty Road, which runs from Liberty into Siler City. One day last year, she lived through a nightmare. Coming to the blind intersection with Staley Snow Camp Road, another driver pulled away from the stop […]

Siler City, NC · 3d

WRAL

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Wake County schools prepare facility repairs after $680 million bond approval

Leaders in Wake County schools are gearing up to address facility upgrades following the approval of a $680 million bond by voters.

Wake County, NC · 1d

NC Newsline

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Former top NC lawmaker faces indictment related to Kentucky bourbon tour

The indictment charges former state Rep. Jason Saine, a Republican from Lincoln County, with felony embezzlement of more than $100,000 and obtaining property by false pretense.

North Carolina · 2d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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New study reveals gaps in healthcare, access to benefits for veterans

A new report highlights gaps in health care and support for veterans long after active-duty service ends.

North Carolina · 1d

The Johnstonian News

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Johnston County DSS announces 2026 Giving Tree locations

Johnston County DSS seeks holiday gifts for children and young adults in foster care through its 2026 Giving Tree Project, with gifts due Dec. 4.

Johnston County, NC · 1d

FOX8 News

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14th North Carolina tornado confirmed from last month as Isaias remnants hit state

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The National Weather Service has confirmed that 14 tornadoes touched down last month across North Carolina — with 10 of those in the Raleigh-Durham region — during an outbreak from Isaias.  The newly detected twister was a Raleigh-area EF-0 with winds of 80 mph that hit within a heavily wooded area near […]

North Carolina · 1d

WRAL

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Triangle residents raise concerns about litter as cleanup groups collect alarming amount of trash

Trash along roads, in wooded areas and near waterways is frustrating Triangle residents who say they’re seeing more litter in their communities. But determining whether the problem is actually getting worse is proving difficult, even as local organizations remove hundreds of thousands of pounds of garbage. Heike Meissner has...

Raleigh, NC · 1d

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As drought strains Triangle water supplies, municipalities plan for the future

North Carolina's ongoing drought has drained reservoirs and hit crops across the state. Durham now has less than 80 days of easily accessible water. As residents adhere to water restrictions, the city — and other municipalities across the Triangle — is working to expand its water storage in upcoming years.

Durham, NC · 2d

WRAL News

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Franklin County water deal is reached, NC lawmakers say, after protests derailed earlier legislation

A fight over water access in the counties north of the Triangle simmered for years before hitting a boiling point this spring, causing protests at the state legislature. But it’s now resolved, at least for the near future, with a new deal that allows Franklin County to buy more water to help fuel the county’s fast-paced growth.

Franklin County, NC · 4d

WRAL News

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Judge appoints business professional to make decisions about St. Aug’s future

A new man is in charge of the future of Saint Augustine’s University. Just as the deadline arrived for school leadership to submit a formal, forward-looking plan to the court, they instead decided to hire a business professional to take the lead. The troubled HBCU filed for Chapter 11...

Raleigh, NC · 3d

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What to Do in Raleigh in December 2026

This December, soak up the season with twinkling light displays, holiday classics on stage and festive markets across the Triangle. Each holiday season, it’s a delight to see homes transformed with twinkle lights, but few do it better than the folks on Winter Song Road in North Raleigh’s Bedford community. Jenn Nowalk, who has lived on the street since 2012, is one of many neighbors who help bring the display to life. What began during COVID, when neighbors gathered around firepits, has grown into a holiday tradition involving about 30 homes on Winter Song Road, with neighboring streets joining in. Hundreds of thousands of lights are strung around tree trunks and in swags across the road, complementing the individually decorated homes. Highlights include a light tunnel, a 26-foot illuminated Fairybell tree, a giant Yeti, a talking Santa, a selfie station and even the occasional snow machine. “When you put this many together in one area on the same street, it shines bright and is really impactful,” Nowalk says. “It’s become a place where memories are made, traditions are started and the simple magic of the holidays comes to life.” Kids also hand out candy canes and collect donations for Triangle Spokes Group, a nonprofit that provides new bikes to local children. Nowalk, a co-founder of the group, has helped coordinate the charitable efforts, which have raised more than $50,000 in recent years. To cut down on traffic, visitors are encouraged to park at the Shoppes at Bedford (3607 Falls River Ave.) and walk up Winter Song Road. For more festive lights, consider visiting the Stonehenge, Ridgewood or Boylan Heights neighborhoods, which are also known for their elaborate displays. — Katie Mangee.

Raleigh, NC · 1d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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New Durham emergency operations center aims to modernize response, backup 911 service

Durham is replacing its aging emergency operations center with a modern facility.

Durham County, NC · 18h

WBTV

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Former NC lawmaker and former Mooresville commissioner face embezzlement charges

Mooresville, NC · 1d