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Just before 8 p.m. tonight, Lenoir County 911 received reports of a structure fire involving multiple vehicles in the vicinity of 2720 Eric Sparrow Road, Deep Run. Fire departments from Deep Run, Pink Hill and Albertson responded and are currently on scene.
Nellie Joyce Callaway, 95, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 27, 2024, surrounded by her three loving daughters. Visitation is scheduled for November 2, 2024, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at Edwards Funeral Home, 702 North Queen Street, Kinston, NC.
Neuse News sat down with Merwyn Smith, incumbent Lenoir County Public Schools Board Member, as he seeks to retain his At-Large seat in the upcoming election. Smith is facing fellow incumbent Bruce Hill, along with candidates Jonathan Britt and Shannan Harrison.
The Lenoir County Education Foundation, a committee created by the Chamber of Commerce, has long partnered with Lenoir County Public Schools to support teachers as they strive to foster strong educational environments for all students.
Hello, Dolly! bursts onto the stage, bringing to life the bustling world of New York City at the turn of the 20th century. Audiences are invited to join Dolly Levi, the spirited matchmaker with an unshakable wit and a heart as grand as her dreams, on her quest to find love, not just for others but, perhaps, for herself.
On Monday, October 28, 2024, at approximately 11:43 AM, officers responded to reports of shots fired in the vicinity of N Queen Street and W Daniels Street. Upon arrival, B-Squad officers found evidence at the scene. Through their investigation, they identified 20-year-old Ja’mir Strong of Kinston as the individual responsible for the incident.
A new Mexican restaurant has arrived in downtown Kinston, adding to the city’s diverse dining options. Plaza Del Mariachi, owned by Rene Mendez and managed by Manuel Lopez, opened with a focus on providing authentic Mexican dishes and a family-oriented atmosphere. The restaurant, located in a historic building downtown, marks the team’s first expansion beyond their original location in Jacksonville, NC.
Neuse News publisher BJ Murphy sat down with Bruce Hill, incumbent Lenoir County Public Schools Board Member, to discuss his campaign to retain his At-Large seat in the upcoming election.
The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program launched the “Halloween Booze It & Lose It” campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while impaired.
A Deep Run man was arrested Wednesday, Oct. 23 on multiple felony charges in a case that started one month earlier.
At approximately 3:14 PM on October 27, 2024, A-Squad officers responded to a reported disturbance on the 700 block of N Herritage Street. Upon arrival, officers observed a suspect, identified as Mark Tadeo (34), fleeing the scene and initiated a pursuit.
On October 26, 2024, at approximately 4:40 AM, officers from C-Squad responded to a report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers made contact with a female victim who reported that 36-year-old Jerry Cannon had assaulted her.
On October 26, 2024, at approximately 12:15 PM, officers from A-Squad responded to a report of shots fired on the 300 block of S. McDaniels Street. Upon arrival, officers learned that 53-year-old Charles McPhail had allegedly fired shots at the caller while brandishing a firearm.
Child Found Unattended in Vehicle; Mother Arrested for Neglect and Child Abuse
A man who is suspected of breaking and entering into a vehicle at a home on Will Baker Road was shot by the homeowner and is in serious condition at a Greenville hospital.
As part of sorting through items so we know what to keep and what to toss, Sandra has been going through the thousands of photos we have taken and maintained throughout our married years. She has found a ton of photos of our kids when they were small, and we have a starry host of pictures of our grandkids.
Six economic development professionals across North Carolina were awarded professional development scholarships from the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA) Foundation. The recipients were announced at the NCEDA’s fall conference in Greensboro on October 22.
An eight-mile stretch of Interstate 95 in North Carolina was dedicated Wednesday to G.K. Butterfield, a Wilson native who served in Congress from 2004 to 2022 after a distinguished judicial career.
Biscuitville Fresh Southern® is pleased to announce that it will celebrate the grand opening of its Kinston, North Carolina, restaurant on Tuesday, November 5 at 2401 N. Herritage Street.
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
