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Man robbed at gunpoint during home invasion

The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating after an unknown suspect kicked in the door to a home on New Hope Road and robbed the owner Thursday, according to an incident report. According to the report, late Thursday night the victim...

Police seek information in vehicle breaking and entering at Deeper Life Church

On Oct. 2, at approximately 12:51 p.m., officers with the Goldsboro Police Department responded to Deeper Life Church at 600 11th Street, in reference to breaking and entering to a motor vehicle.  A member of the church said on Sept....

Police investigate armed robbery on Lionel Street

Goldsboro police are investigating after a man was robbed at gunpoint on Lionel Street Thursday afternoon, according to a police incident report. According to the report, a man was walking on the 100 block of Lionel Street just after noon...

Sunday in the Park slated

Sunday in the Park will take place Sunday at Herman Park. The event, co-sponsored by the Arts Council of Wayne County and the Parks and Recreation Department, will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. On hand will be craft...

Putting on a show

William Tripp stood beside Jenny Mac just outside the ring Thursday evening. He looked around, stuck his thumbs in the belt loops of his jeans -- and then planted a quick kiss on Jenny's cheek. The 6-year-old was about to...

Wild west comes to Wayne County

Ed Gurkins darted out of the sheriff's office with several deputies locked in a gunfight in a western town set up at the Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair. Deputies continued to shoot at outlaws, who were hidden  behind barrels and other...

Veterans Stand-Down offers access to services

The annual Veterans Stand-Down is about more than ensuring that veterans have access to the services they need. It also is about helping homeless veterans and bringing them back into the community fold, Melissa Watkins, a Gold Star Spouse, and...