GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The holiday season has officially arrived at Berkeley Mall, and over the coming weeks, shoppers will see the local shopping center transform into a festive destination filled with holiday cheer. As November and December unfold, Berkeley Mall will not only be bustling with shoppers and retailers but also with heartfelt community initiatives…… read more »
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Berkeley Mall Kicks Off Holiday Season with Wish Trees and Community Giving
Local Veterans Benefit from 3rd Annual Day of Honor and Whole Hog Cook-Off
Community event combines BBQ competition with support for area veterans WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Freedom Biker Church will host its 3rd Annual Veterans Day of Honor and Whole Hog Cook-Off on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST at 669 Tarheel Road in Benson. The community celebration welcomes all attendees to…… read more »
Four North Carolina Schools Earn Inaugural State Blue Ribbon Honors for Excellence
NORTH CAROLINA -– The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) today announced four public schools as the first recipients of the state’s newly established Blue Ribbon Schools Award, honoring schools that demonstrate exceptional academic performance and progress in closing achievement gaps. Celebrating Academic Excellence Across the State The North Carolina Blue Ribbon Schools program…… read more »
Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies Hosts Pups & Pumpkins Fundraiser to Support Puppy Rescue Efforts
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Local animal lovers are invited to enjoy an afternoon of fall fun for a cause at the Pups & Pumpkins fundraiser benefiting Blazin’ Trails Bottle Babies Rescue. The event will take place Saturday, November 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Planet Peace Farm, located at 6121 Forestville Road. A…… read more »
United Way of Wayne County Mobilizes Emergency Food Support for SNAP Recipients
ALTA Foods Leads $5,000 Challenge Campaign Amid Federal Shutdown Uncertainty GOLDSBORO, N.C. — United Way of Wayne County is launching an emergency fundraising initiative to support local families receiving SNAP benefits who may face interruptions due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The relief effort comes as concerns mount over potential disruptions to the Supplemental…… read more »
Breaking the Cycle: North Carolina Launches FACT Teams to Bridge Mental Health and Justice Systems
WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), alongside First Lady Anna Stein, has announced the launch of a new pilot program designed to help individuals with severe mental health needs successfully transition back into their communities after involvement with the criminal justice system. The initiative, backed by a…… read more »
NC Pickle Festival Opens Vendor Applications Early for 2026 Event
Earlier Timeline Aims to Improve Planning for 40th Anniversary Celebration WAYNE COUNTY N.C. — The North Carolina Pickle Festival is breaking with tradition this year, opening vendor applications three months earlier than usual as organizers prepare for the event’s 40th anniversary in 2026. Applications became available Monday, November 3, and will remain open through February…… read more »
NCDOT Plans Major Widening Project for N.C. 242 Near Benson
Public Input Sought on $23 Million Highway Expansion BENSON, N.C. – The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking public feedback on plans to widen a critical stretch of N.C. 242 north of Benson, transforming more than a half-mile of the existing two-lane highway into a modern four-lane roadway. Project Overview The proposed expansion would…… read more »
Pedestrian Injured in Halloween Night Hit-and-Run on US 70
Goldsboro Police Seek Driver Who Fled Scene GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Goldsboro Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a local man injured on Halloween night. Officers responded to 709 East US Highway 70 at approximately 7:56 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2025, following reports of a vehicle-pedestrian collision. Incident Details According to the Goldsboro…… read more »
November Gardening Tips: Preparing Your Landscape for Winter
By Jessica StricklandWayne County Horticulture Extension Agent As November arrives and thoughts turn toward the upcoming holiday season, gardeners shouldn’t overlook the important tasks that remain in preparing landscapes for winter. Local horticulture experts recommend several key activities to ensure gardens emerge healthy and vibrant come spring. Soil Testing and Lawn Maintenance Now is an…… read more »
