Swansboro News

The great thing about Christmas parades on the Crystal Coast is that some of them actually take place on the water.

Heavy rainfall totaling 4 to 5 inches has fallen across portions of Onslow, Jones, and Carteret counties since Wednesday afternoon.

Beaufort NC , North Carolina , United States Friday, November 13, 2009 November 13, 2009 Light rain and wind continued today off and on so when Kate finished school we went to the Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores across the causeway from Morehead City.

Remnants of Tropical Storm Ida deposited nearly 10 inches of rain in some parts of Onslow County last week, and environmental officials and workers warn that contact with floodwater still can pose a health threat.

The Marine Corps League will host its fifth annual Veterans Appreciation Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday.

A new partnership between two area entities is hoping to help job seekers find employment.

During the November Onslow County Board of Education meeting, Kelli Glynn, with Community Prevention Services of Onslow County, recognized the winners of the Red Ribbon Banner Contest held in October.

Expect at least one more day of dreary weather. Friday's forecast for Onslow and Carteret County includes lots of clouds and an occasional drizzle, said Robert Frederick, a duty forecaster for the National Weather Service in Newport.

Those who need to trek out today should use extreme caution as flooding and road closures can make traveling a bit hazardous, according to N.C. Department of Transportation Officials.

A new event being held this weekend in Swansboro will provide family entertainment with a pirate theme.

Sheriff Ed Brown said that he believes the Sheriff's Department has found the body of Virginia Tillman Moll.

Following Tuesday's canvass, Onslow County's municipal election results remain unchanged - except for the fact they're now official.

Some members of local law enforcement recently underwent training to help them better understand and respond to people with mental illnesses and other disabilities.

The string of election successes seen by the Blizzard family of Newport began with a write-in campaign.

Write-in candidates made a strong showing in Swansboro's municipal races, but the candidates with names on the ballot look to come out on top when the votes are made official next week.

TWO EVENTS dealing with small business and their impact on the community were covered in the Oct.

Two polling locations in Onslow County have been changed due to problems with the sites.

It should also be noted that this town has over 20 pharmacies listed within the city limits.

A small business owner from Swansboro is in Washington Thursday for an audience with President Barack Obama to speak about the potential dangers healthcare reform poses to small businesses.

The Commission provides employment services, unemployment insurance and labor market information to the state's workers, employers and the public.