The 23rd Annual 9/11 Memorial Service was held this morning, at the 9/11 Memorial in Pearson Park. The service commemorated the events of September 11, 2001, and honored individuals who made significant sacrifices that day.
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Update: KPD announce arrest for damage in Pearson Park
On November 24, 2022, the Christmas decorations in Pearson Park were damaged. KPD previously released photos of possible subjects involved. On December 5, 2022 Detectives with KPD obtained an arrest warrant for Timothy Grey (20) of Lenoir County for Damage to Personal Property.
KPD requests assistance in identifying subjects related to recent Pearson Park damage
On November 24, 2022, the Christmas decorations in Pearson Park were damaged. KPD is requesting assistance in identifying the subjects in the photos. The subjects are two white males and two white females. The are believed to be around 18 years old. If you have any information on the subjects please call the KPD tip line at 252-939-4020 or Stoppers at 252-523-4444.
Recent acts of vandalism led to a community meeting in Pearson Park
Concerned citizens met on Saturday at Pearson Park to discuss recent vandalism and the overall safety of Kinston. Local businesses and decorations at Pearson Park have been damaged, reportedly by juveniles. After discussing the incidents of vandalism, the group cleaned up the damaged property in Pearson Park.
The Gate of Lenoir County hosts free concert with Capello, gospel rap artist
The Gate of Lenoir County is hosting a free concert with gospel rap artist Capello on July 23, 2022. Family activities at Pearson Park begin at 3:00 pm with the concert starts at 6:00 pm. The Gate is a faith-based community center that empowers youth to take ownership of their decisions.
Restrooms at Pearson Park are underway
Downtown Kinston Revitalization, formerly Pride of Kinston, posted the following on their Facebook Page. “How exciting! Restrooms at Pearson Park are underway! Thanks to our Woodmen Lodge 46 for making this possible!”
WoodmenLife Chapter 46 donates $35,000 for restrooms at Pearson Park
During the most recent City Council meeting, the City Council accepted the WoodmenLife Chapter 46 donation of $35,000 for bathrooms at Pearson Park.
Harvest Festival at Pearson Park this Saturday
There's a new festival coming to downtown Kinston. Lenoir County Parks and Recreation's Neuseway Nature Park will launch the inaugural Harvest Festival on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pearson Park on Gordon Street.
Catch the Christmas spirit in downtown Kinston
A Kinston Christmas will be held on December 6th & 7th.
9/11 Memorial Service held at Pearson Park
Across the nation Wednesday, there were ceremonies held to commemorate the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, where nearly 3,000 people lost their lives with twice as many injured. Kinston was no different, as the annual 9/11 Memorial Service was held at Pearson Park.
Lenoir/Greene United Way set to start annual campaign
Lenoir/Greene United Way will kick off its fund campaign at Summerfest on Aug. 15.
Pearson Park now features "Dragons Love Tacos"
Partnership for Children of Lenoir and Greene County presents “Dragons Love Tacos”.
Event held to protect our county's elderly
Several agencies came together at Pearson Park on Friday to raise awareness of elderly abuse.
Summerfest concert series kicks off Thursday
Bounce! is the first of six bands to play during this year’s Kinston Summerfest concert series, which starts Thursday at Pearson Park.
Helping the 'Lucky Cats'
Volunteers are helping to feed, spay and neuter Kinston’s feral cats.