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Category: News
Biz owners worried about proposed project
Owners of properties on West Franklin and West Rosemary streets are in dispute about the proposed closure of the Dawson Place right of way.
County supports banning deer hunting with dogs
A proposal to ban deer hunting with dogs had everyone barking at the Orange County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday night, where the board voted unanimously to continue to support the ban.
School board candidate forum
A public forum will be held with candidates for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Board of Education on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Chapel Hill Town Hall.
UNC responds to NCAA allegations
On Monday, UNC released its response to the NCAA notice of allegations in regards to the investigation of the football program.
New solid-waste center hours
In response to residents’ requests, all five Orange County solid-waste convenience centers will have new hours effective Oct. 3.
OWASA rates to increase in October
Due to higher system maintenance costs, OWASA will enact a 2 percent rate increase on Oct. 1.
Price impressed by community health center savings
U.S. Rep. David Price visited Piedmont Health Services last week.
Carrboro candidate forum on Friday
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce and the Orange/Chatham Sierra Club will host a joint candidate forum for Carrboro municipal candidates on Friday at 7 p.m.
Chapel Hill could ban phoning while driving
In a move that could lead to a ban on cell phone use while driving in Chapel Hill, the Chapel Hill Town Council voted 6-2 to draft a local ordinance of such a regulation for consideration.
Board mulls anti-lingering ordinance
In a discussion regarding Carrboro’s controversial anti-lingering ordinance, the Carrboro Board of Aldermen on Tuesday struggled to find a solution to issues surrounding the ordinance and the problems that led to its creation.
Budget cuts take further toll on mental health system
These are especially trying days for North Carolinians living with mental illness – particularly those without the means to pay for much-needed services – and for those who provide these services.
Retail could replace Lloyd Farms
Roy Lloyd Farm covers 40 acres and encompasses large ponds, beautiful old trees and sprawling pastures.
Fire departments voice concern over dysfunctional system
If you live more than 6 miles away from a fire department, your insurance rates are significantly higher than if you were to live within a 6-mile radius of a department.
Hybrid classes defy school board decision
Hybrid cars might be a current trend in the automotive industry, but according to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro School Board, hybrid classes are a trend that shouldn’t exist.