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Most seniors want to spend their remaining years in their homes. But, for many, that’s not always possible. People over the age of 65 are one of the fastest growing demographics in North Carolina, and some will need to rely on nursing homes, assisted living facilities and other senior care centers for help as they age. In 88 North Carolina counties, there are more people over the age of 60 than there are people under the age of 18, according to state data. U.S. News and World Report released its

A major restaurant group is expanding in the Triangle as the mall makeover continues at Crabtree Valley. The upscale Italian chain Maggiano’s will open a new location at Crabtree next year, taking over the former Brio space at the mall. Maggiano’s is usually connected with shopping malls, but there’s currently only one location in the Triangle — at Durham’s Streets at Southpoint mall. Crabtree Valley owner Macerich confirmed the addition of Maggiano’s in an email. “Maggiano’s Little Italy has bu

Veterans Day events across the Triangle, including ceremonies, observances, free meals and community gatherings

Albert Rodebaugh won the N.C. State Fair giant pumpkin title at 2,123 pounds, and a Blacksburg couple's 1,861.8-pound pumpkin set a Virginia record.

Jim ‘N’ Nick’s Community Bar-B-Q is set to open its first Triangle location in Holly Springs on Wednesday, bringing the Alabama-born chain’s slow-smoked pulled pork, brisket and banana pudding to a new quick-casual spot at 115 Grand Hill Place. A grand opening celebration follows Thursday, complete with photo opportunities and a check presentation benefiting the Holly Springs Food Cupboard.

Wake Forest's Blackbird Brewery is opening a taproom in downtown Durham's Unscripted hotel , taking over the space formerly occupied by Pour . Why it matters: The move introduces a new local spot for drinks and food downtown looking out onto CCB Plaza. State of play: Blackbird plans to begin selling beer this month in the Corcoran Street space. "A rolling opening is what we're calling it," Blackbird co-founder Harmony VanGundy says, laughing as she adds: "We still have no money. We need to sell

A North Carolina police officer facing assault charges in Florida was fired Monday, the police department said. Officer Michael Bonfiglio, 42, of Raleigh was arrested in July after allegedly assaulting a police officer and jail employees in Marco Island, Florida, The News & Observer previously reported . The Durham Police Department announced Oct. 30 that Bonfiglio had been placed on administrative duties as the department investigated the allegations. On the night of July 8, Bonfiglio allegedly

RALEIGH, N.C. — November 9, 2026. Veterans Day arrives Wednesday, November 11, and businesses and organizations throughout Raleigh and the Triangle are preparing to recognize the men and women who have served our country. For veterans, active-duty military personnel, reservists and their families, the holiday brings opportunities to enjoy...

A Clayton woman now faces an upgraded charge after investigators say she crashed into a grandmother’s car while allegedly on drugs, court records show. Jennifer Cameron, 49, was indicted last week and arrested Friday on a charge of involuntary manslaughter in the June 24 accident that killed 79-year-old Patricia Ann Malile. State troopers were called to the area of Wellesley Drive and McLemore Road in Johnston County’s Cleveland community about 11:15 a.m., according to court documents. Cameron a

The front of Guys Clips barbershop was heavily damaged Sunday afternoon when a Range Rover Discovery struck the storefront in a south Raleigh shopping center. Police said no one inside the barbershop or the neighboring appliance store was injured. The crash happened just after 2:20 p.m. at 2720 Lake Wheeler...