SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
 Log in
News
Sort by: Featured Most recent
55 results total, viewing 41 - 55
Adam Sides Jr., 43, has dealt with chronic homelessness for several years. While he’s finally found permanent shelter in Chatham County, it has been a long, winding road to reach stability.
The long road home
Adam Sides Jr. has a long fuse. As a kid, Adam always told people he wanted to be in the military. He said he wanted to help people who couldn’t help themselves. His doctors, however, told … more
|
Tylr Stinson is the new Siler City Parks & Recreation director. Stinson's first day was on July 3, 2023, and said his previous role as recreation coordinator helped him get ready for his new position.
Meet Tylr Stinson, Siler City Parks & Recreation Department’s new director
SILER CITY — The Siler City Department of Parks & Recreation has a new director. Former recreation coordinator Tylr Stinson, who planned the Spring Chicken Festival and Easter Eggstravaganza, transitioned into the new role on July 3. more
|
Rev. Donald Matthews announces mayoral campaign
SILER CITY — Supporters gathered at the Chatham Rabbit on June 24 to celebrate Rev. Donald Matthews and his run for the mayor’s seat in Siler City.  more
|
Breaking down Russia’s civil unrest and recent events in Ukraine
On Feb. 24, 2022, former U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye (Turkey) Bob Pearson woke up in his Chatham County home to the news of war: Russian forces invaded Ukraine and began their attack on major cities including the capital city of Kyiv. more
|
Summer activities to do in Chatham County
Summer is one of the most anticipated times of the year; coveted enough that Disney made a show about what to do over the 104 days of summer vacation.  more
|
Intrepid Builders opened its doors in Pittsboro last Friday. The business, which connects subcontractors to construction projects around the county and beyond, aims to make a big splash in Chatham County.
PHOTOS: Intrepid Builders hosts grand opening in Pittsboro [Photo gallery]
|
Chatham Chamber of Commerce honors graduates of leadership academy [Photo gallery]
PITTSBORO — The Chatham Chamber of Commerce hosted a graduation ceremony for its class of 2023 leadership academy. The 26 graduates were honored at the Chatham County Agriculture & … more
|
A plaque in memory of former Chatham News + Record owner Mary John Little Resch, who died in 2022, adorns a piano donated to the N.C. Arts Incubator in her memory. Dozens of people attended a celebration at the nonprofit art galley Saturday evening to celebrate Resch’s life and the piano she used to own.
PHOTOS: Grand piano donated to NC Arts Incubator in honor of Resch [Photo gallery]
SILER CITY — Former Chatham News + Record owner Mary John Little Resch, who died in 2022, was honored Saturday. A grand piano with a plaque adorning her name was donated to the N.C. Arts … more
|
Players from East Chatham Little League rush the field for opening day in Pittsboro on Saturday.
PHOTOS: 50 years of big swings and big hearts [Photo gallery]
PITTSBORO — East Chatham Little League hosted its 50th annual opening day celebration Saturday at Tommy Burns Ball Park behind Pittsboro Elementary School, marking half a century of youth … more
|
Viva Hydration's grand opening. Owners Lucy Nunnery and Juliana Baca Roman cut the ribbon at the grand opening event for Viva Hydration Saturday in downtown Siler City. Shown, from left, are Siler City Mayor Chip Price, Jay Underwood, Nunnery, Roman, and the Chatham Chamber of Commerce's Cindy Pointdexter and Cherry Littleton.
PHOTOS: vIVa Hydration hosts grand opening in downtown Siler City [Photo gallery]
SILER CITY — vIVa Hydration hosted its grand opening in downtown Siler City on Saturday. The opening was marked by a ribbon cutting along with the Chatham Chamber of Commerce. The business will … more
|
Fidelity Bank breaks ground on new Pittsboro location. Fidelity Bank broke ground on its new Pittsboro location on Monday in a ceremony featuring Pittsboro branch associates, members of the bank’s leadership team and local government officials. The new full-service branch will be located at 24 Commerce Court and will feature 10 offices, a conference room, three drive-thru lanes and a drive-up ATM. Fidelity Bank has operated in Pittsboro from a temporary branch located at 32 Industrial Park Drive, Suite 140. since June 2021. The Pittsboro branch team consists of Market Executive Katie Walker, Business Development Officer Tony Cash, Branch Manager Teresa Farrell, Relationship Bankers Cindy Cochie and Sondra Cooper, and Business Loan Assistant Courtney Lowe. ‘Our team is thrilled to expand our presence in Pittsboro with this investment in the community,’ Walker said. ‘We’re passionate about serving the local businesses and residents of Pittsboro and the surrounding communities and are committed to providing Right By You customer service, offering products and services that meet the needs of the community, and volunteering in local organizations to give back to the people of the Town of Pittsboro.’.
PHOTOS: Fidelity Bank breaks ground on new Pittsboro location [Photo gallery]
PITTSBORO — Fidelity Bank broke ground on its new Pittsboro location on Monday in a ceremony featuring Pittsboro branch associates, members of the bank’s leadership team and local … more
|
N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper visited Chatham County last Thursday, attending a Democratic Party event in Pittsboro at the invitation of Rep. Robert Reives II. Cooper, shown speaking with some attendees at the event, helped honor county volunteers and donors. ‘Our officer team is deeply indebted to Robert Reives’ campaign for making our event so incredibly successful,’ said Liz Guinan, who’s stepping down from the local party’s chairperson position. ‘Robert’s generous spirit is on display to all of us in Chatham County, as witnessed by his devotion to bringing manufacturing jobs to Chatham, his work in addressing Pittsboro’s water issues, his cooperation in negotiating a state budget, and a host of issues he fights for every day. Robert consistently works to improve lives in Chatham County, regardless of party affiliation. We cannot thank him enough.’ Cooper, Reives. Sen. Natalie Murdock and others spoke at the event, held at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center.
PHOTOS: Gov. Roy Cooper visits Chatham Democrats [Photo gallery]
PITTSBORO — N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper visited Chatham County last Thursday, attending a Democratic Party event in Pittsboro at the invitation of Rep. Robert Reives II. Cooper, shown speaking with … more
|
Chatham County Schools Exceptional Children department is using the PresenceLearning Platform to help with challenges of remote learning, seen here being used my EC teacher Rebecca Bouldin and her student, Anastasia Evans. ‘I feel like I’ve really been able to learn a lot of new digital tools that allow me to reach my students in ways that I never have before,’ Bouldin said.
‘We want to be engaged’: CCS EC families and teachers adapt to Plan C
Rebecca Bouldin watches proudly as her 5th-grade student, Anastasia Evans, wins their virtual game of Go Fish by securing a final match — soon, an applause sound effect joins in with her own … more
|
From March 17, the start of the district’s COVID-19 meals guidelines, CCS averaged 25,532 meals per week through June 12 and 7,017 meals per week during summer feeding, June 21 to Aug. 14.
What you need to know about Plan C meal services
After five months of providing free meals to children 18 years old and under, CCS School Nutrition Services will resume its normal school breakfast and lunch programs on Aug. 31. Under this program, … more
|
« Prev | 1 | 2 | 3
Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.

Support the makers, movers, and shakers. Shop local.
Copyright ©2001-2024 Chatham Media Group | Terms of Use / Privacy Policy
Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions