Fireworks at Lawson Creek Park taken on July 4, 2022, in New Bern, NC. (Photo by Wendy Card) Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in New Bern, Havelock, and River Bend NC. New Bern Enjoy the Glorius Fourth celebration, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Tryon Palace in New Bern. New Bern’s Independence Day Parade begins at… July 4th activities in New Bern, Havelock and River Bend: Read Article »
A bobcat in the Croatan National Forest in Craven County, NC. A deer, wild turkeys, a rabbit…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… Photos: Back to nature: Read Article »
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… Letters: Clearing up Questions: Read Article »