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Lenoir Community College and East Carolina University have strengthened their partnership through a new bilateral agreement that creates a pathway for LCC engineering students to continue their education and earn a bachelor's degree at ECU. The agreement was celebrated during a signing ceremony on Nov. 10.
On November 6, 2026, deputies with the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office “D Shift” observed a suspicious vehicle parked on the property of a church located on Highway 55 West.
Kinston Police Department officers are currently on scene investigating a reported shooting that may have occurred in the area of Plaza Boulevard.
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Following are Principals Lists and A/B Honor Rolls for the first nine weeks at LCPS elementary and middle schools. High schools will release their academic honors lists at the conclusion of the first semester.
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., statement on the election for North Carolina’s Third Congressional District.
Democrat Raymond Smith Jr. has moved ahead of Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy in the race to represent North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties.
It took 11 years for a state roundabout project to reach the Snow Hill Board of Commissioners, and when it finally did on Monday night, several members said they were seeing it for the first time.
On October 11, 2026, officers with the Kinston Police Department responded to Neuseway Park Campground regarding a report of sexual abuse involving a 7-year-old child.
On Saturday, November 7, 2026, at approximately 3:38 a.m., Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office A Shift patrol deputies conducted a traffic stop on a black Dodge Charger in the area of Skinner’s Bypass and Highway 11-55 after discovering the vehicle’s registration had been revoked.
From bustling New York City streets to the halls of the White House, Annie is filled with colorful characters who help make its story unforgettable. Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts' production brings together returning performers and emerging talent, each adding a distinctive voice to the world of this beloved musical.
The following birth certificates were issued in Lenoir County:
Fifty-seven Lenoir County Public Schools educators from eight schools won $46,061 in Bright Ideas grant awards presented last week by Tri-County EMC.
The Kinston Police Department is proud to announce that our agency was officially awarded accreditation through the North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA) Program! This achievement represents a significant milestone in our department's history and reflects our continued commitment to professionalism, accountability, transparency, and providing the highest quality of law enforcement services to the citizens of Kinston.
On November 7, 2026, approximately 3:58 PM, officers with the Kinston Police Department’s C-Squad responded to the Dugout in reference to a report of indecent exposure.
On November 8, 2026, at approximately 2:30 a.m., A-Shift Patrol deputies and members of the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reduction Team (CRT) responded to the area of West King Street in La Grange after citizens reported two individuals breaking into motor vehicles.
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal.
The following businesses were registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State:
Kinston’s annual Christmas tree lighting will move from Pearson Park to the steps of the Lenoir County Courthouse this year. Downtown Kinston Revitalization will hold the ceremony at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, with music, s’mores and free hot chocolate to follow at the park.
Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy leads Democrat Raymond Smith by 233 votes in North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District as election officials in Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties prepare to review provisional ballots and verify the results of the Nov. 3 midterm election.
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