New Bern, North Carolina, a city rich in history and charm, is also a hub of dynamic growth and exciting new initiatives. From economic expansion to infrastructure upgrades and community enhancements, there’s always something evolving in this beloved riverfront town. Hereās a rundown of the key developments shaping New Bern’s present and future. 1. Economic […]
Welcome to “The Pulse of New Bern,” your go-to source for staying connected, informed, and engaged with everything happening in our vibrant historic city. From civic updates to exciting events and local business spotlights, we’ve got your essential roundup right here! Civic & Government Updates Staying informed about local governance is key to a thriving […]
Dining alfresco in historic downtown New Bern offers coastal river breezes, passing sailboats, and chef-inspired Southern cuisine. Whether you are looking for golden-hour sunset cocktails or a shaded courtyard lunch, here are 5 top-rated outdoor patio and riverview dining destinations. 1. Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant Situated directly on the banks of the Neuse River, Persimmons features […]
Craven County Administration Building in New Bern, NC. The Craven County Board of Commissioners will consider a new contract that will expand use of services that track citizen issues and other items on Monday. This comes after they decided to stop video recording the petition of citizens portion of the meeting on general topics and […]
Fireworks at Lawson Creek Park taken on July 4, 2022, in New Bern, NC. (Photo by Wendy Card) Celebrate Americaās 250th birthday in New Bern, Havelock, and River Bend NC. New Bern Enjoy the Glorius Fourth celebration, 9 a.m. ā 12 p.m. at Tryon Palace in New Bern. New Bernās Independence Day Parade begins at […]
A bobcat in the Croatan National Forest in Craven County, NC. A deer, wild turkeys, a rabbitā¦and a bobcat, oh my! Several animals were spotted during a short trip to the Croatan National Forest in Craven County, North Carolina on July 2, 2026. The deer and bunny were camera shy, but the bobcat and turkeys […]
There’s a moment every evening in River Bend when the Trent River goes glassy, the cicadas start their chorus, and the only notification that matters is the osprey diving for dinner off your dock. š Support New Bern Local Insider Tip When navigating local services or visiting historic downtown spots along Middle Street and Pollock […]
F our members of the Tourism Board resigned at a Town Board Special Meeting held Thursday, June 26. They write in explaining their decision. To the Citizens of Oriental, We would like to clear up any questions you might have. Our decision to resign from the Tourism Board was made after thoughtful consideration. While each […]