Raleigh's yesteryear thrives online
Raleigh was a memorably great place to live, long before the rest of the world discovered it. That's the idea that comes up time after time on a new group on the Facebook social network Internet site called "You know you grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, when ... "
Broughton to get its front parking
But paving most of the school's lawn won't end its parking shortage.
City panel debates park site
The future of Raleigh's park off Strickland Road could rest in the hands of the three members of the City Council's Public Works Committee.
Tougher tests = lower scores
Most area schools experienced sharp drops in the percentage of students passing state exams thanks to tougher new reading exams.
A proud path not taken
Eisley:Several walkways crisscrossing North Carolina's historic Capitol grounds in downtown Raleigh are getting a much-deserved sprucing-up.
A brave new Raleigh?
Letter:Thank you for the attention you have given to Raleigh's decisions regarding the loose toys in Roanoke Park and other local playgrounds.
Cole wants more focus on fresh water
William Cole, 49, a Cary engineering consultant, earned a spot on the low-profile Wake County Soil and Water Conservation District board in last week's election.
Kids vote -- while we don't
Rochman:On a Dreary, Drippy Election Day, the Three Kids and I Set Out for Our Polling Site.
Modern-day patriot preaches liberty
Josh Shaffer:The first thing you notice about Michael Goins is the black, tri-cornered hat -- a tad out of place for a North Raleigh Starbucks.
Dealers bet on Buick
Despite plummeting car sales, Thompson Cadillac Pontiac GMC added the Buick franchise to its car lineup, reports The News & Observer's David Ranii.
Almost last, but no loser
Saylor:Friends looking for Cassidy Sitton's placement in the Nov. 2 City of Oaks Marathon will save themselves a lot of time if they start at the bottom of the list.
Beaucoup bazaars
From Brunswick stew to car washes, area church bazaars offer something to appeal to everyone.
A speech about sacred sites
Raleigh's three city-owned cemeteries hold some of Raleigh's oldest and most prominent figures.
Care for the critters
What better way to butter up potential pet owners than a beer tasting at a pet adoption and fundraiser? Proceeds benefit C.A.R.E. For Animals, a nonprofit, volunteer run animal welfare group.
Putting the 'fun' in fundraiser
Canes mascot Stormy, Clapper the Clown and demonstrators from Pecks Taekwondo America will be entertaining the crowds Saturday at the Festival of Hope. Crafts, a silent auction, music and food will be on hand, too.
Parents, speak out on plan
The Wake County school system will release the draft multi-year student reassignment plan online at 9 a.m. Saturday.
Crime Briefs
Police are looking for a robber who used force to steal an undisclosed amount of money from a man and a woman at an apartment at 4209 Lassiter Mill Road.
Missing Halloween inflatables haunt police
In two separate incidents overnight Oct. 30, thieves stole yard decorations from Raleigh residents.
Lunch break turns man's stomach after bikes stolen
A brief road stop at a Raleigh restaurant on Halloween left a Benson man with a scary discovery: four missing motorcycles and a trailer, together worth $45,000.
Wake schools' decisions stand after revote
The Wake County school board is standing by its recent decisions to strip Daniels Middle School of its magnet program and convert Leesville Road Middle School to a year-round calendar.
