Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Chief: Gangs are in city
Goldsboro police Chief Jeff Stewart admitted Tuesday night that there are nationally recognized street gangs operating in Goldsboro. Speaking after a Goldsboro Partners Against Crime call-in, at which 14 violent offenders were cautioned to change their ways or to...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Local dad, daughter make finals in dance contest
Thanks to viewers of one of the most popular morning shows in the nation -- and the Goldsboro and Wayne County residents who took to the Internet to cast votes -- a 4th Fighter Wing airman and his little girl...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Aid, with strings
The Salvation Army of Wayne County is not just handing out fish anymore. Learning how to fish is part of the assistance -- and the requirements -- too. Capt. Kenny Igleheart said the organization is still helping families and...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Mail is stolen from city dental offices
Nine mailboxes outside the offices at Wayne Dental Center, 2300 Wayne Memorial Drive, were pried open and robbed Sunday. Dr. Dwight Smith, a dentist at the facility, which houses several practices, said a crowbar likely was used to force...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Beak Week is coming to city this September
Goldsboro residents are in for a "hen of a good time" as the first Beak Week Festival kicks off Sunday, Sept. 7. The weeklong series of events is aimed at celebrating the local poultry industry, one of the largest...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Free fitness
Diamond George stands before a Wayne County juvenile court charged with assaulting a teacher. The judge asks if she feels any remorse. The 11-year-old, uncertain, glances around the courtroom. "No," she answers. "I just shook my head," Tricia Haigler...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Peggy Tate is honored for her volunteer work
A lot of people are glad Peggy Tate learned more about Medicare than she ever imagined she would need to know. And they often express that appreciation with hugs. Those hugs and the satisfaction of being able to help others...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Fremont officials eyeing change in town
FREMONT -- The town of Fremont will soon be getting something of a facelift after several decisions were made by the Small Town Economic Prosperity committee at a meeting Tuesday night. Following a presentation by Judy Hills on the results...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Crime of the Week
On Monday, Aug. 25, at approximately 10:20 p.m., employees of the Sky Light Mini Mart located at 720 East Ash Street reported two black males entered the store, displayed a handgun at them, struck one employee with the handgun and...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story
Marijuana seized during drug bust
A member of an alleged outlaw motorcycle club operating in Wayne County has been arrested as the result of a joint drug investigation conducted by local and federal law enforcement agencies. Anthony Kirk Phillips, 43, 1200 Old Grantham Road,...Published: Aug 27, 2014 1:46 PM Full Story