Aqua Vitae Plans Luxury Cocktail Lounge Opening in Apex
APEX, NC — Aqua Vitae, a new luxury cocktail lounge from owners Kenny Patel and Maulik Parikh, is preparing to open at 2701 Lawnview Ln Suite 108, Apex, NC 27523. The concept will focus on craft cocktails, mocktails, beer, and wine in a high-end lounge setting. The team is targeting a March opening.
Gunfire Slams GoRaleigh Bus On Garner Road, Riders Rattled But Safe
A routine Tuesday night ride on Garner Road turned tense when gunfire hit a GoRaleigh bus, leaving three passengers shaken but unhurt, according to Garner police. Officers responded around 8:30 p.m. after reports of shots fired and discovered the bus had been struck. A 911 call about the incident came in at about the...
Come Saturday, Refresh Your Space Without the Sticker Shock
Your living room called, and it’s officially bored with that winter aesthetic. If your humble abode needs a seasonal glow-up, head over to the Unleashed Furniture warehouse on Saturday, March 21, 2026. This isn’t your typical showroom stroll—they are throwing open the warehouse doors to the public for a massive...
Raleigh Parents Accused Of Hot-Water Horror On 11-Year-Old
Raleigh police arrested Tamara and Christopher Ross on Thursday after investigators say the couple poured scalding hot water on their 11-year-old child, leaving the child with severe burns and holding them against their will. Police say an active investigation into the incident is underway. According to WRAL, a video...
North Carolina could vote on property tax constitutional amendment this November
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The future of property taxes across North Carolina could be in the hands of voters this November, as the General Assembly considers a constitutional amendment to limit property tax increases. “I think anything that limits taxes is probably a good idea,” said homeowner Brian Wilson. A State...
Rare 1.24-acre listing in Chapel Hill’s historic core could test ‘missing middle’ era
A 1.24‑acre cluster of properties has hit the market in Chapel Hill’s historic core, setting up a test of how aggressively investors are willing to bet on redevelopment inside one of the town’s most fiercely protected neighborhoods. Tucked inside the Cameron-McCauley Historic District and listed for $7 million , the...
Which Triangle restaurants should have been in The N&O’s Top 50? Let us know
Every restaurant is someone’s favorite. When we set out to put a spotlight on the Top 50 restaurants in the Triangle , we knew the list would, by nature of determining an exclusive few, leave out some absolutely spectacular places. Our region is bursting with culinary gems, personal favorites and dining icons. Note:...
Cary, North Carolina Tacos ’N Taps, Beer Festival: Win Tickets
It’s time for the 7th annual Tacos ’N Taps, Beer Festival. If your idea of a perfect day involves bold tacos, cold craft beer, and live entertainment, mark your calendar, because the Cary Tacos ’N Taps, Beer Festival is back. I am so excited because this festival brings together North Carolina’s best food, drinks,...
15 Top Golf Courses in Raleigh (and the Triangle Area)
Raleigh is well known for government offices, technology, research labs, and its college campuses, but nestled between the buildings and warehouses are manicured green spaces turned into world-class fairways. Yep, Raleigh is also a popular golfing destination in North Carolina, and it’s easy to see why. I’ve played...
Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant could relocate amid possible redevelopment
The owners of Amedeo's Italian Restaurant have filed a rezoning request with the city of Raleigh to potentially make way for more height on its Western Boulevard property. Why it matters: Amedeo's has been a fixture of the Raleigh dining scene, especially among the Wolfpack faithful, for six decades. But...
