Bond is set at $100,000 secured for a Wayne County man accused of trafficking a controlled substance. On Saturday, April 17th, a deputy with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Patrol Division pulled a vehicle over for an equipment violation in the southern area of the county. During the stop, a large amount of methamphetamine was reportedly…… read more »
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Dudley Man Charged For Trafficking Schedule II
SHP Encourages Driver Vigilance Around Agricultural Areas
As North Carolina’s vibrant agricultural industry becomes more present on the roadways this time of year, the State Highway Patrol reminds motorist of practices they can take to keep everyone safe. It is legal in North Carolina for farm equipment to travel on public roads except for controlled access roadways such as interstates. Farm equipment…… read more »
May 1st Is Decision Day For College Students
May 1st has long been known as “Decision Day” in the world of traditional higher education. It is a national day of celebration for students who have decided on their college or university of choice. For many colleges and universities, it signals the deadline for students to pay enrollment deposits and commit to fall enrollment.…… read more »
Survey To Assist With WCC’s Homegrown Talent Initiative
As we come out on the other side of the pandemic, and as the labor market remains extremely tight, Wayne Community College is partnering with community allies and stakeholders to find new ways to help meet the workforce needs of local industries. WCC doesn’t want to start down this road though without first knowing the local needs…… read more »
Groups Work To Make Wayne County More Resilient For Children
Special attention is being given to Wayne County’s children this month, and advocates are hoping the effort continues well beyond April. Melissa Harrell is the Mental Health Services Manager at WAGES Head Start/Early Head Start. She says one goal during Positive Parenting Awareness Month is to let the community know about the local programs that…… read more »
Suspect Leads Deputy On Chase With Speeds Over 100 MPH
A wanted suspect is accused of leading Wayne County authorities on a high-speed chase. On Sunday, a Wayne County Sheriff’s deputy spotted 19-year-old Karl S. Ferrera of Mount Olive driving in a vehicle. Ferrera reportedly had ten outstanding orders for arrest, so the deputy attempted to pull the vehicle over. Ferrera would not stop and…… read more »
WCC Receives Eight GM Trucks For Technician Training
Wayne Community College has received eight General Motors diesel trucks for use in its automotive technology program. The 3.0-liter diesel 2019 GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks were donated to WCC by General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales for use in the GM-ASEP (Automotive Service Education Program). Each of the trucks, all light-duty pre-production…… read more »
KPD: Monday Shooting Sends One Person To The Hospital
Around 4:30 PM on Monday, the Kinston Police Department responded the report of a person being shot at the corner of Davis Street and Shine Street. The officers found a 26-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Vidant Medical Center. The KPD says the investigation into the shooting is currently…… read more »
City To host Virtual Career Fair May 5
The City of Goldsboro’s Human Resources Department will host a virtual career fair from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 5. Representatives will be available to discuss job opportunities and share general information about working in local government. Those interested in participating in the event should visit https://www.goldsboronc.gov/human-resources/virtual-career-fair/ to register. Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/goldsboronc to view…… read more »
Motorcyclist Killed In Hwy. 70 Crash Near La Grange
A Goldsboro resident is killed in a crash along a Lenoir County roadway. The State Highway Patrol says 21-year-old Royal Ciancanelli was reportedly travelling east on U.S. 70 early Saturday morning when his motorcycle left the roadway and struck a ditch. He was ejected from the bike and hit the median guard cable. Ciancanelli was…… read more »
