(GDN) — More help for those recovering from addiction in Wayne County. The County of Wayne and City of Goldsboro donated 807 Nile Street to Hope Restorations in 2021. Hope Restorations has received a grant and will work with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office to renovate the property. Chris Jenkins, Executive Director of Hope…… read more »
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Hope Restorations Ready To Begin Renovating Nile Street Home
Bobby Croom Selected As Goldsboro Engineering Director
The City of Goldsboro has selected Bobby Croom as the new director of the engineering department. Croom will replace Marty Anderson, who is retiring Jan. 1, 2022, after more than 13 years with the city. The new position is effective as of Jan. 3. His salary is $102,300. “The city staff, residents and visitors are…… read more »
Kenny Talton Named Goldsboro Planning Director
The City of Goldsboro has selected Kenny Talton as the new director of the Planning Department. Talton has served as interim director since September. The new position is effective as of Dec. 15. His salary is $83,211.72. “I look forward to Mr. Talton’s continued leadership of the Planning Department,” said City Manager Tim Salmon. “I…… read more »
More Water & Sewer Rate Hikes Recommended For Goldsboro
(GDN) — Once again, the City of Goldsboro is having to consider a potential water and sewer rate increase for its residents. Dave Hyder of Stantec presented the new water and sewer rate study at Monday’s Goldsboro City Council meeting. Hyder says the study shows the city would need: A 15% increase in the rates…… read more »
City, County Offices Closed For Thanksgiving
The following schedule changes will be taking place this week in observance of Thanksgiving: Goldsboro City Offices will be closed Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26. County of Wayne Government Offices closed Thursday, November 25, 2021 and Friday, November 26, 2021. Offices will re-open Monday, November 29, 2021 for normal business hours. All branches…… read more »
Closings For Veterans Day
The following schedule changes will be taking place today in observance of Veterans Day: Goldsboro City Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021. County of Wayne Government Offices closed Thursday, November 11, 2021. Offices will re-open Friday, November 12, 2021 for normal business hours. All branches of the Wayne County Public Library closed…… read more »
City Leaders Highlight Public Safety, New Projects During State Of The Community
The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the Community provides a look at the last year’s developments in the City of Goldsboro. Tuesday’s event featured updates from city and county leaders who emphasized the idea of “one community.” Goldsboro Mayor David Ham praised the first ever NC Freedom Fest held in September which…… read more »
City Names Felecia Williams as Community Relations Director
The City of Goldsboro has named Felecia Williams as the director of the Department of Community Relations and Development. Williams’ position is effective Oct. 6. Her salary will be $69,150.39. “I give honor to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and pray that I walk worthy of the vocation for which I am called,” Williams…… read more »
Downtown Fountain Turned Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Downtown Goldsboro is showing its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Wednesday afternoon, representatives from Wayne UNC Health Care, Southeastern Medical Oncology, and the City of Goldsboro were on hand as the downtown fountain at the corner of Center and Walnut streets was turned pink for the month of October. The purpose of Breast Cancer…… read more »
City Accepting Applications For The 2022 Citizen’s Academy
The City of Goldsboro is accepting applications for its upcoming Citizen’s Academy, which will be held Jan. 13 through March 3, 2022. The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 29. The 2022 Citizen’s Academy was established to create opportunities for residents to participate and learn more about the operation of city government. This program serves as…… read more »
