Smithfield
Planning Board Rejects 1,147-Lot Bellamy Subdivision
SMITHFIELD — The Smithfield Planning Board has voted unanimously against a proposed 1,147-lot residential development, raising concerns about traffic, land use compatibility, and the impact on nearby rural infrastructure. At…
Two Charged After Alleged Break-In At Vacant Brogden Road Home
SMITHFIELD – Two individuals have been arrested and charged with misdemeanor breaking and entering after they were reportedly found inside a vacant rental property east of Smithfield on Sunday night.…
Pedestrian Injured In Parking Lot Mishap
SMITHFIELD – A pedestrian sustained minor injuries Sunday afternoon following a mishap in the parking lot of the Brightleaf Flea Market, located at 2320 S. Brightleaf Boulevard. According to the…
Juvenile Crashes Stolen Vehicle During Police Pursuit
SMITHFIELD – A 17-year-old juvenile is facing a series of charges following a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle that ended in a crash on Sunday afternoon in Smithfield. According to…
Gunshots Disrupt Baseball Game At Public Park
SMITHFIELD – A Labor Day weekend pickup baseball game at Smith-Collins Park was briefly thrown into chaos after gunshots were fired during an on-field dispute. The incident occurred around 4:00…
Attempted Armed Burglary Reported In East Smithfield
SMITHFIELD – Police are investigating a reported attempted armed burglary that occurred at a home in East Smithfield. The incident took place around 10:25 a.m. on Thursday, August 29, in…
Johnston Community College And Corning Collaborate On Fiber Optic Training Course
SMITHFIELD – Johnston Community College (JCC) has partnered with Corning Incorporated, a global leader in optical communications technology, to introduce an advanced Train-the-Trainer Fiber Optic Technician Course. This collaboration comes…
Thieves Break Into Car Wash Payment Kiosk
SMITHFIELD – Smithfield Police are investigating a break-in at a local car wash that resulted in the theft of an undisclosed amount of cash. The incident occurred in the early…
Assault Reported In Downtown Smithfield; One Man Injured
SMITHFIELD – A 37-year-old man was treated and released from the hospital after an early morning assault in downtown Smithfield, authorities said. The incident occurred around 12:20 a.m. on Monday,…
Police Dismantle Check Fraud Ring Tied To Nearly $200K In Counterfeit Deposits
SMITHFIELD — Smithfield Police have arrested four individuals following a months-long investigation into an elaborate counterfeit check-cashing operation involving fraudulent U.S. Treasury checks. According to authorities, the suspects are accused…
Authorities Investigating Damage To Airplane
SMITHFIELD – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating damage to an aircraft propeller that may have been caused by a gunshot. Deputies responded to the Johnston County Airport on…
Local Filmmaker’s Short Movie To Premiere At PLJCS On Sept. 11
JOHNSTON COUNTY – Local filmmaker Char Vinar has announced the premiere of her independent short movie, “Black Honey,” on Thursday, September 11, starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Public Library…
