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Friday, April 3, 2009

Goldsboro asking for millions in federal stimulus funding

The city of Goldsboro has requested more than $373 million in federal stimulus funds to date, and city officials currently anticipate receiving more than $18 million in funding, with more potentially on the way. Goldsboro is on the list...

Shriners batter up

Owen Jackson, left, and Shawn Harris prepare batter for frying at the Wayne County Shrine Club Fish Fry at Herman Park this morning. The annual event started at 11 a.m. today, with lunch served until 2 p.m. Dinner plates are...

GATEWAY hears audience views on changes in county's routes

Andre Selby uses the GATEWAY bus system three or four times a week. On Wednesday, he was among those who attended a workshop at the City Hall Addition to learn more about the system and to offer some ideas...

Hospital's new director: Cherry 'on track'

With nearly a week already under his belt, new Cherry Hospital Director Phillip Cook said Thursday he is encouraged by what he has seen at his new post so far. "There have been no surprises at this point," he...

Public record

Sex assault under investigation An alleged sex assault that reportedly took place while the victim was asleep is being investigated by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. A 24-year-old woman reported that a man she knows sexually assaulted her at a...

At home outside: durable, stylish lawn furniture

Warmer weather is on the horizon, and you will want to spend more time outside. But if you don't have a porch or a deck to enjoy the sunny days on, don't worry. You can create an outdoor living...