Romantic selfies and Singing Valentines boost New Bern holiday
Romantic selfies join New Bern Valentine events with art music and dinners. DowntownIn Read runs through Tuesday offering a $300 gift basket prize for best selfie posted downtown. Singing Valentines by the Southern Gentlemen Barbershop Chorus cost 25 dollars, with proceeds aiding MERCI Clinic and Coastal Women's Shelter. military sing duration and details provided.
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Convention Center to stay closed for repairs this summer
Craven County says the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center will remain closed through summer after Hurricane Florence caused extensive water damage to the first floor. Engineers found the building structurally sound, but floors, carpets, furniture, and wall coverings have been removed for repairs.
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Panel advances Trump's AG nominee Barr wins Senate panel approval
The Senate Judiciary Committee backed William Barr’s nomination for attorney general along party lines, Democrats questioning transparency amid Mueller probe. Barr, a former AG, would replace Jeff Sessions. acting AG Matthew Whitaker currently serves. The panel sent the nomination to the full Senate where confirmation is expected next week. Barr vows transparency within department rules, while critics urge full Mueller report release.
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