Municipal election day set for November fifth
The Sun Journal notes voting is on November fifth for all Craven County municipalities. Only registered voters inside town limits may vote, with polls open 6 30 a m to 7 30 p m at each home precinct. The 2019 slate includes Bridgeton Cove City Dover Havelock River Bend Trent Woods Vanceboro and First Craven Sanitary District with varying mayor commissioner or alderman seats. See ELECTIONS A7 for the full candidate list.
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New Bern Woman Wins 257000 Cash 5 Lottery Jackpot
Linda McBride of New Bern won a 257 594 Cash 5 jackpot on Halloween after her husband bought a Quick Pick ticket at Handy Mart on South Glenburnie Road. She claimed the prize in Raleigh, netting 182 248 after taxes and plans a modest Christmas.
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Veterans Base Camp revives after Florence flood damage
VEBCOG in New Bern shows signs of life a year after Hurricane Florence submerged gardens and sheds. Founder Loray Wallace-Singleton describes heavy losses of wooden beds, tools, and equipment while renovation continues with a goal to be back up to speed next year.
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Giving Tuesday Craven County Partners In Education feature
Sun Journal and the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit Council team up for Giving Tuesday on December 4. The Craven County Partners In Education nonprofit aims to boost Craven County Schools through three focus areas: optimum student achievement classroom innovation and collaborative community involvement.
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