Category Archives: Local News
Dudley Farmer Josh Young Named Young Farmer of the Day at 2026 Got to Be NC Festival News Story:
RALEIGH, N.C. - A Wayne County farmer will be recognized during one of North Carolina's largest agricultural celebrations this week. Josh Young of The Young-Outlaw Ranch in Dudley has been named the Y...
May 10, 2026
Wayne County Sheriff's Office Investigating Fatal Shooting on Becton Circle
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate a fatal shooting that occurred earlier this month on Becton Circle. According to authorities, deputies responded Sunday...
May 10, 2026
Registered Sex Offender Arrested for Alleged Child Premises Violation in Wayne County
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - The Wayne County Sheriff's Office says a registered sex offender was arrested after allegedly being found on property that included child play areas, which he was prohibited from vis...
May 10, 2026
Statewide "Move Over" Enforcement Campaign Begins May 12 Across North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. - The N.C. Governor's Highway Safety Program and law enforcement agencies across the state are launching a statewide enforcement campaign to remind drivers about the importance of North ...
May 10, 2026
Multiple Injured in Crash Involving 18-Wheeler on U.S. 70 in Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO, NC - Multiple agencies responded to a serious multi-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon near the intersection of U.S. 70 and North Oak Forest Road in Goldsboro. According to officials, first r...
May 09, 2026
Goldsboro Leaders Push for New Public Safety Complex Following Facility Tour
GOLDSBORO, NC - Federal, state, and local leaders toured the City of Goldsboro's aging Public Safety Complex on Friday as officials continue efforts to secure funding for both immediate repairs and a ...
May 09, 2026
Parent Charged After Handgun Found at Eastern Wayne Elementary
GOLDSBORO, NC - A Goldsboro woman is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after a handgun was discovered on the campus of Eastern Wayne Elementary School earlier this week. According to authorities, ...
May 09, 2026
Social Security Administration Marks One Year Under Commissioner Frank Bisignano with Major Service Improvements
BALTIMORE, Md. - The Social Security Administration is marking one year since Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano was sworn in as the agency's 18th Senate-confirmed leader, highlighting major improvements...
May 09, 2026
Smithfield Man Killed in Thursday Night Goldsboro Shooting
Goldsboro - A 42-year-old man died Thursday night following a shooting in the 100 block of Vanderbilt Circle, according to the Goldsboro Police Department. Police said officers were dispatched at appr...
May 08, 2026
Curtis Hayes Wins "The Motherload Giveaway" with Heartfelt Tribute to Special Mom
GOLDSBORO, N.C. - Goldsboro Daily News has announced the winner of its Mother's Day "The Motherload Giveaway," a promotion designed to honor the love, sacrifice, and dedication of mothers throughout t...
May 08, 2026