Working on the Railroad Day at New Hope Valley Railway April 25
New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill North Carolina, is bringing back a favorite event from years past: Working on the Railroad Day. It takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This special event invites guests of all ages to step back...
What exactly is academic freedom? UNC System tries to define it
Hello Dean’s List subscribers! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Jane Winik Sartwell, and I’ll be your new guide to higher education in the Triangle and North Carolina here at The N&O. I’m so excited to dive in with you. As a new Raleigh resident, I’m still getting my bearings — a mission that was somewhat...
The science of winter: Lessons learned during N.C. storm
RALEIGH, N.C. — It was a winter weather event that packed a punch but didn’t hit North Carolina quite as hard as neighboring states. The meltdown is under way in Raleigh after a weekend winter storm across North Carolina. Residents cleared out the remnants, and rooftops dripped dry...
U.S. East Coast bomb cyclone could bring heaviest snow in decades to North Carolina
A storm will rapidly strengthen along the East Coast this weekend, delivering heavy snow from the Carolinas to New England, with blizzard conditions likely in the hardest-hit areas. Coastal flooding is anticipated. A storm will rapidly intensify along the Atlantic Coast of the United States this weekend and is...
NC Powerball jackpot winner comes forward to claim $209 million prize
It is the second-largest prize won in North Carolina lottery history.
It’s Triangle Restaurant Week!
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE. The annual Triangle Restaurant Week event is set to run the week of January 26- February 1, 2026. During the event, participating restaurants within Raleigh, Cary,Chapel Hill, Durham and surrounding areas will offer a special 2 or...
Gold Medal Games at Downtown Cary Park Feb. 7
Bundle up for a winter games–themed celebration full of fun, competition, and creativity! Cheer on Team USA as they chase the gold, then step into the action yourself by trying out a variety of winter sport–inspired challenges. Explore hands-on winter games and themed art activities designed for the...
Breeze announces new flights, including ones to RDU’s top unserved destination
Breeze Airways flies to more places from Raleigh-Durham International Airport than any other carrier. On Wednesday, it announced three more destinations, including the largest unserved market from RDU. Breeze will begin flying nonstop to San Antonio, Texas, and Madison, Wisconsin, on May 8 and to Atlantic City, New...
This North Carolina Diner’s Fried Bologna Sandwich Has Cult Status
I had no idea a fried bologna sandwich could change my life until I walked through the doors of The Shiny Diner, tucked away at 1550 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, United States. My friend had been raving about this place for months, promising me that it was more than just a retro diner. She swore the food had...
These North Carolina Oyster Bars Serve Flavor That Hits Every Time
North Carolina knows how to serve up oysters with style, flavor, and a whole lot of coastal charm. From the mountains to the sea, oyster bars across the state are shucking fresh bivalves and pairing them with creative preparations that make every bite memorable. Whether you crave them raw on...
