A teacher assistant from Banks Elementary School has been arrested for assault on a child under the age of 12.
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LCSO: Armed white male sought in area of U.S. 258 and Wheat Swamp Road
BREAKING: An armed white male is being sought in the area of U.S. 258 and Wheat Swamp Road. All residents in that area are asked to STAY IN THEIR HOMES at this time. If you have any information in regards to this incident, please call the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office at 252-559-6100. Updates will be forthcoming.
Kinston Police arrest two suspects in connection with murder of Melvin Lofton
Detectives with the Kinston Police Department have obtained arrest warrants for two individuals, Jeramiah Golphin, 21, of Snow Hill, NC, and Kobe Sheppard, 26, of Kinston, in connection with the murder of 35-year-old Melvin Lofton.
Harleigh Blackman named 2023 President’s Service Excellence Award winner at UNC Health Lenoir
UNC Health Lenoir is pleased to announce that Harleigh Blackman is the 2023 President’s Service Excellence Award winner. The PSEA is selected by peers as an employee who exemplifies superior performance, strong leadership, effective communication, and service excellence. Harleigh began employment in June of 2019 as a Dietary Technician
BBQ plate fundraiser to be held for Marie Williams
This Friday, November 15th, there will be a BBQ plate benefit fundraiser held for Marie Williams. Marie recently received the devastating news that she has Leukemia
Four jailed after violent vehicle confrontation ends in La Grange
Four people were sent to jail Friday morning following an incident involving a man ramming his vehicle into another vehicle that had his child inside it.
Former Greene County Sheriff Lemmie Smith injured in tractor accident, undergoes surgery
The Scuffleton Rural Fire Association has requested community prayers following a serious accident involving former Greene County Sheriff Lemmie Smith, who was struck by a vehicle while on his tractor.
Kinston mourns the loss of former mayor O.A. “Buddy” Ritch
Leaders and citizens alike mourn the passing of Buddy Ritch, reflecting on his legacy of service and dedication to the city he loved.
Kinston Community Council for the Arts hosts Veteran Art Exhibit reception
The Kinston Community Council for the Arts will hold a special reception for its Veteran Art Exhibit this Thursday, November 14, at 5:30 p.m. The exhibit, located at 400 N. Queen Street in Kinston, showcases works by veterans from the local community and beyond.
Help Wanted: Branch Manager
The La Grange Public Library seeks a friendly, innovative Librarian I for full-time service in a dynamic community role.
Two out on pretrial release rearrested for felony vehicle theft
Two people out of jail under pretrial release are back behind bars after committing felony larceny of a motor vehicle.
Kinston Police Department investigates shooting incident involving juvenile
On Sunday, November 11, 2024, at approximately 12:47 p.m., officers from the Kinston Police Department responded to a reported shooting on the 700 block of East Lenoir Avenue. Upon arrival, law enforcement located a 15-year-old male victim who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his extremities.
Former Mayor Buddy Ritch passes away
Buddy Ritch, former mayor of Kinston, passed away Monday evening, leaving behind a significant legacy of community service. O.A. “Buddy Ritch was 95. He served as mayor from 1985-1997 and for a fourth term from 2005-2009.
Letter to the Editor: A real investment in our future
A short while ago, our dishwasher at home broke. Like many of you, my family and I went to Lowe’s in Kinston to look for a new one. We bought a replacement and had it installed. I didn’t give much thought to where it was made or who built it.
Lenoir County marriages
The following couples were married in Lenoir County: