Wendell Hires Its First Human Resources Director
WENDELL, N.C. - The Town of Wendell is pleased to announce the hiring of Melanie D. Joyner as Human Resources Director. In this new role, effective Jan. 12, 2026, Joyner will oversee the efforts of a people-first organization to serve a growing staff, which will allow for added efficiency of services provided to the...
New cafe offering banh mi & baked goods is opening soon in the Triangle
A chain known for banh mi, baked goods and drinks such as boba tea is expanding in the Triangle. A new Paris Banh Mi location is expected to open next month in Chapel Hill , joining a store in Cary . Owned by Durham resident Thai Doan, the 2,200-square-foot location will offer some of the same items as other Paris...
Former Cary police officer launches startup for police departments
BeamRail, a public-safety startup founded by a former Cary police officer, has raised $700,000 in pre-seed funding to get off the ground. The startup is the maker of an AI-based platform that aims to reduce the amount of time police officers spend on administrative work. Why it matters: The investment...
NC AG reviews 89 complaints against Raleigh wedding photographer after Troubleshooter investigation
The NC Attorney General's Office confirmed it is formally investigating Holly Christina Photography.
Pet Dies in Wake County House Fire, Authorities Confirm
Fire in Wake County Home Leaves One Pet Dead, Fire Officials Say I never thought I’d read about a fire […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
North Carolina National Guard infantry battalion plans to deploy after Raleigh send-Off
NEW HANOVER COUNTY (WWAY) — Members of the North Carolina National Guard received a send-off ceremony Tuesday in Raleigh. Approximately 800 members of the 1-120th Infantry Battalion are mobilizing for a yearlong deployment to Kuwait in support of Operation Spartan Shield. Some unit members say the changeover helps...
Wake County house fire displaces family
Firefighters had difficulty getting water on the fire because of the location on the home.
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...

















