Gaston County shelter in crisis as dogs overwhelm intake
More than 15 dogs have waited over a month at Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement Shelter as it endures a steady influx. Since December, the facility has taken in over 120 animals, mainly dogs, while capacity remains full. Shelter leaders say the strain affects staff and the community weighs the euthanasia pace.
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Jessica Hilderbran
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Humane Society
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Elizabeth Henderson
Laura Day
Homeless advocates urge fuller view of Gaston County need
Gaston County records show 388 homeless people in January, down from 497 last year, but officials say nicer weather hid encampments and counting gaps. Councilman Kellogg notes a tipping point as more groups join efforts, urging real solutions and coordinated action across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. See HOMELESS, Page 2A
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Gaston Lincoln Cleveland Continuum of Care
Gastonia
Robert Kellogg
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Gaston County restaurant inspections released for Nov 13-19 2023
North Carolina health inspectors released Gaston County restaurant scores for November 13 through 19, 2023. The list includes Bojangles locations in Gastonia, Mount Holly and Belmont as well as numerous other eateries with scores ranging from 96 to 100. Descriptions note that follow-up checks and daily variations may occur and that a single inspection may not reflect long term conditions.
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Captain’s Cap
Linwood Road
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E. Church St
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S. Main St
Belmont
Taco Bell
N. Chester St
Taxco Mexican Grill
Bearded Buffalo
N. Main St
Villa Roma
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Wendy’s
Chester St
W. Franklin Blvd
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