Young Lawyers set June expunction clinic

Many of the people who arrived at the Wayne County Courthouse on June 3 last year hoping to have their criminal records expunged came away empty handed, as the event was only for young people who had graduated from the...

Published: Jun 14, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story

One killed, three injured in U.S. 70 wreck

The N.C. Highway Patrol is investigating a three-car wreck on U.S. 70 that left one person dead and three more injured Wednesday. The wreck occurred around 1 p.m. Wednesday, at Exit 370, where the U.S. 70 Bypass begins just inside...

Published: Jun 14, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story

Praying for peace

Community leaders and residents gathered at the Cornerstone Commons Wednesday night to pray for an end to gun violence in the city. The second annual Impact Teens Citywide Prayer vigil is part of an ongoing effort by the youth-driven group...

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Kelly remembered as a dedicated rescue volunteer

MOUNT OLIVE -- Anthony Kelly spent many hours at the Mount Olive Rescue Building. He spent even more hours over the years working to help others as a member of that volunteer squad. Kelly will return to that building for...

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Athletes compete, win at Special Olympics Summer Games

Special Olympics Wayne County had numerous winners in the Summer Games, held recently in Raleigh. The local athletes competed in softball skills, track and field, bowling, cycling and swimming, said D'Leeshia Lee, local coordinator. The following is a list of...

Published: Jun 14, 2018 5:50 AM Full Story