Caramia Valentin

News Reporter at New Bern Sun Journal

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Articles

Childrens author hosts book signing in New Bern

6 days ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

Children’s author and novelist Adrienne Palma will appear at The Next Chapter Books and Art for an upcoming book signing. The book signing will begin at noon and continue until 2 p.m. on June 14 at the bookstore, located at 320 S. Front St. in New Bern. Palma said that her 25-year career as an educator in New Jersey and North Carolina led her to a world of children's books.
Locked in Athletics training facility opens on Pine Street

6 days ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

As a local sports coach watched athletics change over the years, he decided to create an indoor and outdoor sports complex in New Bern to help athletes pursue their fitness and sports goals. Locked in Athletics, at 167 W. Pine St., is the vision of Craven County native JP Whitford, who has spent 20 years coaching local baseball and softball. As a coach, Whitford realized that many athletes want to train year-round.
No property tax hike in proposed county budget

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

Craven County’s proposed fiscal 2025-26 budget holds the line on property taxes and focuses on providing balance and fiscal responsibility in addressing many needs across the county. The Craven County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the budget during its Monday meeting at 6 p.m. in the commissioner's room at the Craven County Administration Building, 406 Craven St. in New Bern.
Hundreds attend Partners in Education annual luncheon

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

Hundreds of community educators, leaders and members filled the Riverfront Convention Center in New Bern Wednesday to support Craven County Partners in Education at its annual luncheon. The annual luncheon is a fundraising opportunity for Partners in Education, a nonprofit that benefits teachers and students of Craven County Schools through various grants and programs.
Police officer, man stabbed in downtown fight

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

A New Bern police officer and a 34-year-old man were stabbed Sunday during a fight that resulted in three people arrested on assault and disorderly conduct charges. Aaron Carter, 33, was charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, inflicting serious injury, and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, inflicting serious injury, on an emergency worker, said Capt. Daren Fuller with the New Bern Police Department. Carter is being held without bond.
Craven Arts to unveil new bear, Juneteenth exhibit

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

The Craven Arts Council will have several events in June, including a Juneteenth celebration, the addition of a Bear Town Bear and focus on community artists. The Craven Arts Council and Bank of the Arts, at 317 Middle St., will kick off the 2025 New Bern Artist Studio Tour, participate in the unveiling of Brother Bradham Bear and host a tie-dye workshop. Local artists will also be featured at the Craven Arts Council with two new exhibits.
Teenager fatally shot near McKinley Avenue

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

A New Bern teenager was fatally shot Friday in what police are investigating as a targeted attack. On Friday at about 11:15 p.m. New Bern police received a ShotSpotter alerts indicating gunfire near Queen Anne Lane. Police responded to the area and found several gunshot shell casings but no victims in the area, said Lt. Robert Holton with the New Bern Police Department.
Aldermen vote to change downtown fishing rules

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

The New Bern Board of Aldermen voted to change fishing rules in the downtown area and changes to the subdivision approval process during its recent meeting. In anticipation of the new Riverwalk Fishing Pier, which opened Friday, City Manager Foster Hughes asked the board to consider changes to fishing and crabbing laws in downtown New Bern.
New Bern man returns to shoot short film downtown

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

A New Bern native is returning home this weekend with a cast and crew to shoot an original short film about a Broadway actress who returns to her hometown under mysterious circumstances. Kemari Bryant, an actor in the Broadway national tour of “The Book of Mormon,” will direct his short film, “Angelique,” downtown Friday through Sunday. Bryant is bringing filmmakers from New York City, Atlanta and North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad to bring “Angelique” to life.
New Bern man returns to shoot short film downtown

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

A New Bern native is returning home this weekend with a cast and crew to shoot an original short film about a Broadway actress who returns to her hometown under mysterious circumstances. Kemari Bryant, an actor in the Broadway national tour of "The Book of Mormon," will direct his short film, "Angelique," downtown Friday through Sunday. Bryant is bringing filmmakers from New York City, Atlanta and North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad to bring "Angelique" to life.