SILER CITY — Donald Matthews will be the new mayor of Siler City, unseating Chip Price in unofficial results on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
In a rematch of their contest in 2022, Matthews prevailed, …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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11/7/23
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PITTSBORO — Jay Bonitz, J.A. (Jay) Farrell and John Foley claimed seats on the Pittsboro Town Council on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
With results reported on election night, Bonitz led the …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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11/7/23
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PITTSOBORO — Town commissioner Kyle Shipp will soon officially become mayor with Tuesday's election results completed. In July, he was the only candidate to file for the office.
Backed by …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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11/7/23
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PITTSBORO — O'Quinn's Butcher Shop held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on Friday, Oct. 27, at 193 Lowes Drive in Pittsboro.
The family-owned business, which has been …
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Ena Sellers and PJ Ward-Brown, Chatham News & Record
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11/6/23
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PITTSBORO — Chatham County held a grand opening ceremony for its new 37,435-square-foot Emergency Operations Center on Friday, Oct. 27, at 112 Innovation Way in Pittsboro.
Steve Newton, …
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Ena Sellers and PJ Ward-Brown, Chatham News & Record
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11/4/23
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What is your position on the proposed agreement with Sanford for water and sewer treatment for Siler City?
In my opinion, this is the best possible solution to an ongoing problem. This project …
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Chatham News & Record
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11/2/23
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What is your position on the proposed agreement with Sanford for water and sewer treatment for Siler City?
Water & sewer are two of the most important issues facing Siler City. To …
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Chatham News & Record
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11/2/23
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SILER CITY — Chatham County truckers are on edge with how inflamed conflict in the Middle East, coupled with The U.S. Treasury Department’s recent statement reinforcing Russian oil …
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Cooper Metts for the Chatham News & Record
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11/1/23
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Kendall Anderson, a junior at Seaforth High School, achieved a perfect score on her Advanced Placement (AP) United States Government and Politics exam, placing her among only 48 students globally to …
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Abby Cavenaugh, North State Journal
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10/27/23
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PITTSBORO — Moncure, a community in Chatham County, is poised for growth and development following the county Board of Commissioners' endorsement of a long-term plan last week. The "Plan …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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10/27/23
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VinFast's second earnings report showcased both promising and concerning elements as the Vietnamese firm continues construction on its $4 billion plant in Chatham County, North Carolina.
North …
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Cooper Metts for the Chatham News & Record
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10/20/23
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SILER CITY — A missing referendum for the upcoming election ballot generated a heated discussion at Siler City town hall during the council’s second monthly meeting on Oct. 16.
Town …
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E.J. Sellers, North State Journal
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10/18/23
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RALEIGH — I made my annual visit to the fair on Monday with my wife, Beth, and our sons, Everett, 13, and James, 8. I've been going to the state fair since I can remember going anywhere. I've …
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Neal Robbins
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10/18/23
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A crucial recruitment campaign is currently underway across North Carolina, aiming to tackle the severe shortage of volunteer firefighters throughout the state, with a special emphasis on departments …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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10/12/23
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Chatham County's labor force participation rates have lagged behind national rates since the onset of the pandemic, according to data from the Federal Reserve and American Community Survey. Siler …
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Cooper Metts for the Chatham News & Record
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10/12/23
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a series of initiatives last week with significant implications for North Carolina's farmers. These measures aim to bolster …
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North State Journal staff
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10/12/23
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BEAR CREEK — A Chatham County native is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after political hands in North Carolina. Chase Gaines grew up in Bear Creek and is earning a reputation for …
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Matt Mercer, North State Journal
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10/11/23
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SILER CITY – At 67, Siler City Mayor Thomas K. "Chip" Price III shows no signs of slowing down. His busy schedule includes city government, part-time work in retirement and managing his cattle …
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Chuck Thompson, Chatham News & Record
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10/5/23
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NEW HILL – The 85 outdoor warning sirens at the Harris Nuclear Plant will be tested on Wednesday, Oct 11. Working with emergency officials from Chatham, Harnett, Lee, and Wake counties, Duke …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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10/5/23
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PITTSBORO — The Pittsboro Board of Commissioners approved zoning changes, established a downtown social district, and appointed new Planning Board alternates at their recent meeting, last week. …
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North State Journal staff
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10/4/23
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