New Bern Sun Journal

The Sun Journal is a daily newspaper based in New Bern, North Carolina, USA. It started its journey in 1916 after the combination of two earlier publications, the Sun and the Journal, which merged in 1914. In 1923, the New Bernian newspaper took ownership. Then, in 1974, Freedom Communications, Inc. became the owner. Freedom held onto the paper until 2012, when it sold its newspapers in Florida and North Carolina to Halifax Media Group. In 2015, GateHouse Media acquired Halifax, and later that same year, New Media Investment Group took over Halifax.

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Beachgoers advised to watch for rip currents

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Morgan Starling

It’s the time of year for local beaches to be packed full of residents and tourists alike, and while the beautiful crystal coast is a major local attraction, it’s important to remember the dangers, too. Rip currents are the biggest killer in the Carolinas, with almost 200 deaths since 2000, said Erik Heden, warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Morehead City.
Golf tournaments raise funds for cancer patients

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

The 13th Annual Journey of Hope Golf Tournament will commence on Saturday at three different locations in New Bern to raise funds for local cancer patients. This is the first time in the event’s history that a combined golf event will occur on the same day by three different locations, hosted exclusively by women’s groups, said Brandy Popp, director of public relations for the CarolinaEast Health System.
Retired police sergeant receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

Retired New Bern Police Department Sgt. Ben Lewis was recently presented with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine for his contributions to the state in public service. Presented by North Carolina governors, the award is North Carolina’s highest civilian honor. Since 1992, Lewis has served in law enforcement in Craven County, beginning with the Craven County Sheriff's Office before joining the River Bend Police Department.
2 injured in Saturday shooting on Bryant Drive

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

The Craven County Sheriff’s Office and New Bern Police Department are investigating a potential link between two shootings that left two men injured in New Bern Saturday. The sheriff’s office responded to the first shooting at about 9:30 p.m., within the 700 block of Dry Monia Road, according to investigator Mike Sawyer with the Craven County Sheriff’s Office.
Community partnership provides mobility assistance for patients

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

The New Bern Civitan Club is seeking more volunteers to help build handicap ramps for area residents with mobility needs. For about 15 years, the New Bern Civitan Club and the CarolinaEast Foundation have partnered to build handicap ramps for residents in need, said Jared Brinkley, executive director of the CarolinaEast Foundation.
Congressional artwork on display at courthouse

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

For the first time, all student artwork from the Congressional Art Competition in the 3rd Congressional District will be on display at the federal courthouse in New Bern. Each spring, the Congressional Art Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to encourage and recognize artistic talent nationwide. Students submit entries to their representative’s office and panels of district artists select the winning entries.
City considers 3% electric rate increase

1 week ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

After conducting a work session on electric rates, the New Bern Board of Aldermen scheduled a public hearing on July 8 to consider an electric rate increase for customers. Charles Bauschard, New Bern’s director of public utilities, told the board during the June 10 work session that he’s in support of an electric rate increase and modernization of rate designs. This follows a power cost adjustment, PCA, with a 1.5 cent per-kilowatt-hour cap that the board approved in December.
New Bern resident competes on MasterChef

2 weeks ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

A pair of best friends from North Carolina, one of which is from New Bern, are competing for a $250,000 grand prize on Gordon Ramsay's 15th season of MasterChef. MasterChef is an American competitive cooking reality television series that first premiered in 2010. Kevin Fuller, of New Bern, and Trey Wade, of Charlotte, have made it into the top 12 of season 15, which for the first time in MasterChef history, has welcomed dynamic duos of home cooks.
Aldermen approve changes to land use ordinance

2 weeks ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

During their regular meeting on Tuesday evening, the New Bern Board of Aldermen approved several changes to the city's land use ordinance and discussed proposed general obligation bonds. Jessica Rhue, New Bern director of development services, presented three recommended text amendments to the city's land use ordinance. Each amendment came before the board with the support of city staff and the New Bern Planning and Zoning Board, Rhue said.
Defend the Constitution rally protests VA cuts

2 weeks ago | newbernsj.com | Caramia Valentin

Area residents took to the streets of downtown New Bern Friday evening for a Defend the Constitution rally, calling for the protection of veterans. The rally was hosted by Alexandra Dixon and Indivisible Craven United at 314 South Front St. in New Bern. Indivisible Craven United is a national social movement organization that promotes democracy and aims to build a progressive vision for the future, according to the organization's website.