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Weatherization funds available until May 1

WAGES is offering eligible residents in Wayne County the chance to weatherize their homes before funding runs out June 30. "We typically have two areas of funding -- one is for weatherization and HARRP, or Heating and Air Conditioning...

Strike up the bands

Matthew Thompson of Faith Christian Academy plays trumpet during the large instrumental group section of the North Carolina Christian School Association, or NCCSA, Eastern Regional Elementary Fine Arts Competition. Faith was the only local private school participating in the...

Hospital purchases building

Wayne Memorial Hospital has purchased the former Social Security building at 2605 Medical Office Place for use as the Wayne Memorial Hospital Service Center. "Patient Financial Services, which are now over on William Street, are going to be in...

City has $100,000 in fund for repairs to low-income homes

Low-income and special needs homeowners in Goldsboro will be able to apply for help with home repairs up to $8,000, beginning in August. The city's Planning and Community Development Department has received $100,000 from the state Housing Finance Agency...

UMO offers new technical communication course

MOUNT OLIVE -- The University of Mount Olive is offering a new certificate in Technical and Professional Communication (TPC). The certificate equips UMO students with the tools necessary for today's global economy by providing hands-on learning and real-world examples....

Location moved for weekend meals for youths

In an attempt to increase the number of participants who can benefit from Goldsboro's child feeding program, the location has been changed. The feeding sites have been changed to Fairview Community Center and ADLA Structure Day Center. The overall goal...

Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Dr. G. Herman Porter, right, was presented with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine by Gov. Pat McCrory during recent ceremonies at the N.C. Association of Community College trustees meeting in Raleigh. The Governor referred to Porter as "one...

Alumni assocation honors three graduates

MOUNT OLIVE -- Three people were honored by the University of Mount Olive Alumni Association during its recent Alumni Reunion Day. Brandon Mills of Jacksonville, was named Business Associate of the Year; Heather McPherson of Clarendon was given the...