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Statewide ‘Move Over Law’ Enforcement Campaign Kicks Off In Smithfield
Move Over Law Event Coincides With Peace Officers Memorial Day SMITHFIELD – A nationwide campaign to raise awareness of the ‘Move Over Law’ is underway to coincide with national Peace Officers Memorial Day. Peace Officers Memorial Day pays tribute to local,…
Deron George Signs To Play At St. Augustine University
Smithfield Selma High School athlete Deron George has signed to play football for St. Augustine University. He becomes the first member from his immediate family to go to college. Deron will now further his education and football career in Raleigh…
East Clayton Elementary Teacher Named A Super Star
The Clayton Chamber of Commerce has recognized Ms Kasey Beeson as the Super Star Teacher for the month for April. Super Star teachers demonstrate excellence and leadership in their classroom, creativity and motivation of their students and show a high…
Police: Driver Was Arguing And Speeding When He Crashed
Charges have been filed against the driver of a car that police said caused a two car crash that injured three people. Emergency crews responded to the 11:08pm collision Saturday, May 11th at the intersection of Highway 70 (Market Street)…
$1,200 Raised During Annie D. Jones Enrichment Fund 3K Walk
The 4th annual Annie D. Jones Child Enrichment Fund 3k Walk was held on Saturday, April 27th. A total of 35 participates walked the Greenway at Smithfield Community Park raising $1,200 to fund scholarships for disadvantaged children in the East…
Sampson County Woman’s Mother’s Day Ticket Wins $1.3 million Jackpot
For Mother’s Day, Vielka Roman of Autryville got the gift of a lifetime when her sister’s present to her turned into a $1.3 million jackpot. “I just can’t believe it,” said Roman. “I’m still in shock.” On Sunday, Roman, her…
Kenly Man Drowns At Atlantic Beach
A Kenly man drowned Tuesday after being caught in a rip current at Atlantic Beach. The Atlantic Beach Police Department said the incident happened at 1:45pm Tuesday near the 700 block of East Fort Macon Road. Family and friends identified…
Town Of Coats To Vote On Alcohol
The Coats town board voted Thursday night to put the issue of alcohol sales in local establishments on the November ballot, giving the voting public the ultimate decision on what has been a controversial issue in some communities. The board…
Police Officer Will Face No Charges After Causing Auto Accident
A police officer operating an unmarked police car will not face any charges after causing a two car accident. Officer D.A. Tyndall with the Smithfield Police Department was operating a 2018 Dodge Charger patrol car at 3:33am Monday in the…
Smithfield Litter Sweep Rescheduled For This Saturday, May 18th
The Town of Smithfield’s Litter Sweep, postponed last month due to the weather, will be held this Saturday, May 18th beginning at 7am at the following locations: Smithfield Community Park, 600 E. Booker Dairy Road Bob Wallace Jaycee Kiddie Park,…
