Chapel Hill leaders honored at Peace and Justice Plaza ceremony

These two Chapel Hill legends had their names added to the plaque at the Peace and Justice Plaza in Chapel Hill on Wednesday morning.

After over 40 years, sewer service in the Rogers Road Neighborhood is complete

“We didn’t have any power, so we had to put people in office that thought like us, and that’s what we started doing,” Caldwell said. “And we ...

A day in the life of a Chapel Hill Transit driver

The grip of Tammy McNair’s leather-gloved hands tightened as she watched the red light turn to green. Her foot eased off the brake as she spun the wide ...

Police K-9s are officers too, so this organization helps outfit them for the role

It's not just about looking on-duty, but being protected from threats when these K-9s enter high-risk situations. Thanks to a grant from Vested Interest ...

Carrboro Farmers' Market celebrates 40th birthday with cake and community

The Carrboro Farmers' Market hasn't always looked the same or been in the same location, but the mission is still the same: selling locally-made products ...

Chapel Hill police remind drivers to be vigilant following increased accidents

Minimize accidents and maintain safe driving with these tips. 

Remembering former Orange County Sheriff Albert "Lindy" Pendergrass

Selfless, hardworking, often tough and disciplined, and determined. The Daily Tar Heel remembers Albert "Lindy" Pendergrass, family man, eight-time Orange ...

Local businesses bring together community through Jaws-themed festival

Sometimes, deadly sharks team up with oysters to save the North Carolina shoreline, or at least, at this year's JAWSFest, these two things went hand in ...

Feeling overwhelmed by the mass of restaurants on Franklin? We picked some for you

Looking for some food? Can't decide from the growing list of restaurants on Franklin Street? Look no further than our guide with the restaurant for your ...

Now that I'm on campus, what does voting look like as a student?

Wondering how you'll be voting when you are hundreds of miles away from home? Never fear, we've got answers for you here, and on how you can get involved ...

Chapel Hill celebrated culture and community with Bloom Fest

This year's Bloom Fest, celebrating culture and diversity, as sponsored by WE SENSE took place on Sunday in the 140 W. Franklin St. plaza. 

One person injured Wednesday in a shooting on Della Street

A shooting on the 100 block of Della Street on Wednesday sent one to the hospital, no suspect is currently in custody. 

Column: The town doesn't stop over the summer

Carrboro Board of Aldermen member Damon Seils seeks re-election

Damon Seils announced on Thursday that he will be running for a fourth term on the Board of Aldermen, with hopes to continue advocating for multiple initiatives ...

Honeysuckle employees speak out about what they describe as mistreatment at work

The complaints center around the elimination of breaks, distrust of staff by management and the gradual replacement of locally-sourced products with cheaper ...

Chapel Hill Police Reports: April 19 - April 22

An update on crime in Chapel Hill over the last weekend. 

UNC junior Tai Huynh announces candidacy for Chapel Hill Town Council

Tai Huynh is the fourth UNC student to campaign for Chapel Hill Town Council since the voting age was brought down in 1971.

‘We need this’: Town of Chapel Hill continues work on climate action plan

The draft for the Town's 2020 plan to reduce its carbon footprint includes initiatives to replace non–LED lighting in Town-owned facilities, increase ...

Orange County Veterans Memorial construction enters phase II after receiving funding

Carrboro recently voted to contribute $25,000 to the construction of the Orange County Veterans Memorial. While most members of the Board of Aldermen ...