Popular gourmet sandwich shop plans new Triangle location. Here’s where
One of the Triangle’s gourmet sandwich shops is expanding its reach. Founded in Durham , Eastcut Sandwich Bar is opening a new restaurant in Cary. Customers should expect the same experience at the new restaurant that they find at the Durham and Raleigh locations, co-founder Brad Bankos told The News & Observer in an...
Raleigh chef’s creativity shines with Iftar menu
Ramadan ends Friday night at sundown, bringing an end to Raleigh restaurant Peregrine's unforgettable nightly Iftar feasts, which I hope the year-old restaurant makes a tradition. Why it matters: Peregrine chef and co-owner Saif Rahman drew from his Bangladeshi heritage in crafting the multi-course menu. Zoom in:...
Don’t Miss A Gala for Dignity and Hope Next Friday
If your social calendar is looking a little light next week, it’s time to dress up for a cause that’s doing heavy lifting in the 919. On Friday, March 27, 2026, the No Woman, No Girl Initiative is hosting its signature “A Gala for Dignity” at the stunning Raleigh Union Station. This isn’t just a night of black-tie...
🚌 Multiple Wake County Transportation Jobs Paying Up to $100K+
Wake County’s transportation scene is rolling strong this month — from local dump truck gigs to high-paying OTR routes and even a state pilot role. Here are several solid options if you’re ready to get behind the wheel (or the yoke).
11 North Carolina Spring Festivals Where The Food Is The Real Star
Some states have festivals. North Carolina has traditions. Every spring, the whole state shifts into a different gear. Smoke rises from barbecue pits, berry fields open their gates, and downtown streets fill with hungry crowds. These are not afterthought events with a few food stalls on the side. The food...
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...

















