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'I wouldn’t have done it any other way': Carrboro police Capt. Cornell Lamb retires

By Julianna Robbins | September 30

After over two decades of service, Lamb recently retired and said he believes it was time to move on and open up the door to something new.

Chapel Hill Town Council brainstorms for UNC Master Plan at last week's meeting

By Taylor Heeden | September 29

For Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger, finding a way to connect the University to the town is an important aspect of the Master Plan.

One dead, two injured in Franklin Street crash

By Jamey Cross | September 29

A fatal, two-motor-vehicle collision occurred on Franklin Street on Sunday afternoon.

Could a new hotel be coming to downtown Chapel Hill?

By Kayleigh Carpenter | September 27

The hotel is still in its early stages, but if approved, it could have 140 rooms and be up to seven stories tall.

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations hope to 'enrich the community'

By Mark Morrison | September 26

For Hispanic Heritage Month, the Seymour Center in Orange County brought together people of all backgrounds to celebrate Hispanic culture and contributions ...

Here's what you need to know about the new collaborative Orange County Climate Council

By Brittany McGee | September 26

Chapel Hill, Hillsborough and Carrboro joined together with local organizations to fight climate change, resulting in the formation of the Orange County ...

How bars and restaurants on Franklin are trying to prevent underage drinking

By Sofia Lesnewski | September 25

Being in college isn't an excuse to drink underaged. Bar and restaurant owners in Chapel Hill are taking an extra step in preventing illegal alcohol consumption ...

How Glen Lennox will honor women trailblazers during its renovations

By Katherine Alissar Tannous | September 25

Glen Lennox's latest redevelopment project plans to honor feminine trailblazers by naming new buildings after women like Gwendolyn Harrison and Lucienne ...

'We go beyond that': PTA Thrift Shop's new name better aligns with its work

By Victoria Johnson | September 24

The decision fulfills the thrift shop’s recent agreement with the National PTA to drop 'PTA' from its name by the end of the year.

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Carrboro wants you to get on the bus this week

By Niharika Vattikonda | September 24

Carrboro's Public Transportation Week not only provides opportunity for residents to learn and explore new routes around the Carrboro and Chapel Hill ...

Orange County dogs make a splash at 15th annual Dog Swim

By David Saff | September 23

Over 100 dogs took a dive into the Heritage Hills Recreation Club pool at the Orange County Animal Services 15th annual Dog Swim.

Chapel Hill Town Council talks technology, housing and overcoming language barriers

By Crystal Yu | September 23

The Chapel Hill Town Council discussed upgrading technology, creating language support programs and developing affordable housing at Wednesday's meeting. ...

Book re-launch honors Town of Chapel Hill's 200th anniversary

By Elizabeth Egan | September 23

An architecture book is getting a re-launch as part of the Town of Chapel Hill's 200th anniversary celebration.

Carrboro participates in Global Climate Strike Week

By Taylor Heeden | September 22

Carrboro started its participation in the Global Climate Strike Week with a walkout on Friday. Involvement continued into Saturday with a town meeting ...

Chapel Hill Public Library launches podcast about town and University monuments

By Anna Pogarcic | September 22

The Chapel Hill Public Library has launched a new podcast series in order to tell lesser-known stories about local public spaces and monuments.

Big changes may be coming to University Place in Chapel Hill

By Julianna Robbins | September 19

Out with the old and in with the new: University Place has plans for redevelopment.

Here's where to eat if your family is coming to town this weekend

By Suzannah Claire Perry | September 19

Figuring out where to eat in Chapel Hill has never been easier. Read to find out which local spots you should be going to for breakfast, lunch and ...

Orange County students and residents to bike to Raleigh as part of climate strike

By Brittany McGee | September 19

The Chapel Hill Climate Strike was organized by 16-year-old climate activist Ember Penney to pressure the Chapel Hill Town Council to adopt local climate ...

New exhibit illuminates North Carolina’s complicated history with women’s suffrage

By Hannah Correll | September 19

Artist Craig Walsh honors women's suffrage, which was a long time coming to North Carolina, with projection art installation, "1971."

Committee discusses parking citations, lighting and updates to UNC's transportation

By Preston Fore | September 18

UNC's Advisory Committee on Transportation & Parking (ACT) met on Wednesday afternoon to update community members on upcoming changes regarding parking ...