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Ayden woman charged with fentanyl, meth possession

1+ hour, 4+ min ago  (117+ words) WCTI Ayden woman charged with fentanyl, meth possession by News 12 Staff GRIFTON, N. C. " A Pitt County woman is facing multiple drug charges following an arrest by Grifton Police. According to arrest warrants, 33-year-old Candace King of Ayden is charged with felony…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > swansboro-police-seek-help-identifying-person-in-larceny-case

Swansboro police seek help identifying person in larceny case

2+ hour, 12+ min ago  (96+ words) WCTI Swansboro Police are asking for the public's help in identifying an individual connected to a larceny investigation. Officials say the person shown in the released image may be involved in a theft that occurred in the area. Authorities are…...

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wcti12. com > news > for-pets-sake > celebrate-national-pet-month-the-little-moments-that-matter

Celebrate National Pet Month: The little moments that matter

5+ hour, 43+ min ago  (155+ words) by For Pet's Sake May is National Pet Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the important role pets play in our lives. Pets impact everyday moments that shape our routines, relationships, and well-being. Throughout the month, it's an opportunity…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > nc-lawmakers-weigh-bill-to-deannex-three-parcels-from-morehead-city-limits

N. C. lawmakers weigh bill to deannex three parcels from Morehead City limits

7+ hour, 33+ min ago  (129+ words) A bill is under consideration in the North Carolina legislature that would remove three properties from the city limits of Morehead City. The proposal calls for the deannexation of the parcels, which are identified by their county tax identification numbers,…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > ocracoke-firefighters-train-with-new-105-foot-aerial-truck-before-it-enters-service

Ocracoke firefighters train with new 105-foot aerial truck before it enters service

4+ hour, 9+ min ago  (155+ words) The Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department is upgrading its equipment with a new aerial truck now in training. Firefighters spent April 30 testing out the department's new 105-foot aerial truck at the base docks, getting hands-on experience as they prepare to place…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > homes-under-construction-in-new-bern-aimed-at-providing-housing-for-veterans

Homes under construction in New Bern aimed at providing housing for veterans

15+ hour, 44+ min ago  (275+ words) by Mary Grace Armistead Two new homes are under construction in New Bern, designed specifically to provide safe and accessible housing for veterans. The project is a partnership between Purple Heart Homes and Locke-Lane Construction, with funding support from the…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > organizers-urge-shoppers-to-bring-umbrellas-as-oriental-yard-sale-goes-on-rain-or-shine

Organizers urge shoppers to bring umbrellas as Oriental yard sale goes on rain or shine

3+ hour, 52+ min ago  (139+ words) Shoppers in Oriental are being encouraged to grab their umbrellas and head out for a day of treasure hunting this weekend. The town's annual Town-Wide Yard Sale is set for Saturday, May 2, and organizers say the event will go on…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > lane-closure-expected-on-east-front-street-in-new-bern-for-gas-line-work

Lane closure expected on East Front Street in New Bern for gas line work

20+ hour, 55+ min ago  (98+ words) Drivers in downtown New Bern can expect delays Thursday as Piedmont Natural Gas works to retire a gas line. The project will take place in the 200 block of East Front Street, just past Union Point Park, and is expected to…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > greenville-man-arrested-on-murder-charge-in-kinston-fatal-shooting-police-say

Greenville man arrested on murder charge in Kinston fatal shooting, police say

13+ hour, 11+ min ago  (168+ words) A Greenville man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Kinston, police said. Kinston police said 18-year-old Carmello Tavion Banks was taken into custody in Greenville and charged with first-degree murder in the death of 36-year-old Charles…...

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wcti12. com > news > local > bill-seeks-to-deannex-19-acres-from-washington-change-would-take-effect-june-30-2026

Bill seeks to deannex 19 acres from Washington; change would take effect June 30, 2026

7+ hour, 50+ min ago  (143+ words) A bill moving through the North Carolina legislature would remove nearly 19 acres of land from the city limits of Washington. The proposal calls for the deannexation of around 18. 93 acres, meaning the property would no longer be considered part of the…...