Pollocksville bypass opens between Belgrade and New Bern
As of 11 a.m. Thursday drivers could access the 16.3 mile US 17 bypass linking Belgrade and New Bern. The project began in October 2015, with a $143 million contract and $140 million disbursed. NCDOT officials celebrated with Secretary Jim Trogdon and Pollocksville Mayor Jay Bender.
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Merger approval clears path for GateHouse Gannett deal
Shareholders of GateHouse Media and Gannett Co approved a 1.13 billion merger. New Media Investment Group, operating GateHouse, and Gannett expect to close in days, consolidating USA Today parent with GateHouse papers including the Austin American Statesman the Columbus Dispatch and the Palm Beach Post in a nationwide consolidation.
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Fatal shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita
One person died and several students were injured in a shooting at Saugus High School around 7:30 a.m. authorities said the student gunman was in custody. Hospital reports listed one female patient dead, two males in critical condition, and one male in good condition. Further injuries unclear.
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Aldermen hear marijuana presentation at December meeting
New Bern officials will hear a cannabis advocate Max Oglesby present on legalizing medical marijuana at the December 10 meeting. Residents requested a Board resolution to push the issue to municipalities. Medical marijuana is legal in 33 states and DC.
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