Would you like to comment on the quality of policing in Goldsboro? The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) has transitioned from receiving in-person public feedback to a web-based public comment portal. Access to the portal is provided as an opportunity for the public to submit comments or commendations regarding the Goldsboro Police…… read more »
After a successful home build on McCaskill Drive in 2022, we are excited to announce we are opening up our next application process as we are looking for two qualified homeowners to build with in Lenoir County in 2024. Applications will be accepted on our website and in-person until 4PM, Friday, May 12, with all documentation due…… read more »
Five hundred and fourteen students at the University of Maine at Presque Isle have been named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester, including part-time student Sandy Lofton of Dudley. according to Dr. Ray Rice, UMPI President and Provost. There are no longer distinctions between highest honors, high honors, and honors; instead, all students who…… read more »
Communities Supporting Schools of Wayne County has a mission to keep kids in school. There are around 100 volunteers working in ten schools in Wayne County — with reading programs in elementary schools and success coaches helping older students. Selena Bennett — the Executive Director of the organization — says funding the programs is always…… read more »
Wayne County broke ground on a new detention facility Thursday. The new lockup will be next to the Carey A. Winders Detention Center on North William Street. Commissioners will meet Tuesday, March 21 to discuss funding for a new DSS/Health facility. The commissioners are expected to set a Public Hearing for April 4th to discuss…… read more »
HERDI South has named Wayne Community College President Patty Pfeiffer to its advisory board. The HERDI (Higher Education Research and Development Institute) South is an organization that links corporate America with community colleges. Its advisory board consists of 40 members from 11 southern states, representing more than 275 community and technical colleges. As a member,…… read more »
This week’s spotlight is on Leo, a Retriever/Labrador mix that is very sweet and friendly. Age 2 years Gender Male Size Large Color Black/White Spayed/Neutered Leo is waiting at the Wayne County Animal Shelter to find his FUR-ever home. To make an appointment at Wayne County Animal Services call 919-731-1439 option “0” or email [email protected].… read more »
Mayor David Ham joined UScellular to announce the three winners of its eighth annual Black History Month Art Contest with Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County at a celebration held today the Club located at 1401 Royall Ave. Public voting for the finalists’ art was available online, and the winning artists were awarded gift…… read more »
The period for high school seniors to apply for Wayne Community College scholarships for next year is now open. Seniors have from now through May 31 to complete the online application for Foundation of Wayne Community College scholarships. If applicants would like to be notified of their award status before high school graduation, they must…… read more »
On March 7, 2023, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Goldsboro Police Department’s Housing Unit conducted a traffic stop in the 2300 block of US 117 South for a traffic violation. During a probable cause search of the vehicle, a concealed SCCY 9mm handgun was recovered. The front seat passenger, 40-year old Rontragus Atkins, was taken into…… read more »
