The award-winning fall festival, MumFest, is kicking off a month-long celebration in historic Downtown New Bern beginning on the weekend of October 8 and 9! Throughout MumMonth, Swiss Bear is welcoming over 200 hundred vendors, including 30 food vendors, nearly 20 musical […]
MumFest, MumFeast, and MumMonth Happening in October Read More »
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are taking a short respite to reflect and regroup so we can continue to provide you with valuable news and information about our community of New Bern and surrounding areas. If you send us information, we will
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Good morning, New Bern Now Readers! Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening in and around town. Pic of the Day: Christ Church in Downtown New Bern, NC Bear Outlook Via National Weather Service Today: Sunny, with a high near 86. Calm wind
What’s What in New Bern Weekend: June 17 – 20, 2021 Read More »
Learn about the people, places, and local resources in New Bern, NC and surrounding areas! The Podsquad: George Oliver (Oliver & Cheek), Kathy Morrison (New Bern Historical Society), and Wendy Card, were joined by Special Guests Jeff Schulze (CCC Volt Center) and
New Bern Now Podsquad – Episode 186 Read More »
We’re taking time to reexamine our business plan and prepare for the New Year. Posting will resume on Monday, January 4, 2021. The Podsquad will return on January 7 from 1 – 2 p.m. as we zoom live to Facebook. Wishing you
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As of October 5, 2020, 45 people have died from COVID-19 in Craven County, NC. Although we do not know the names of those who died, we believe they deserve to be recognized in hopes that it means something to their families.
Ringing the Bell in Memory of Residents who Died from COVID-19 Read More »
Disappearing Guests, City Hall Community Meetings, Hobbies, and More! We’re connecting you with the community by talking about the people, places, and local resources in New Bern, NC and surrounding areas! The Podsquad: Jane Maulucci (The Reactive Voice), George Oliver (Oliver & Cheek),
Living in New Bern and Beyond – Episode 153 Read More »
People from across our country are mourning the killing of George Floyd. Many of us have seen the horrific footage of him taking his last breaths as the Minneapolis Police Officer, Derek Chauvin, pressed his knee on his neck and suffocated George Floyd
Ways We Can Reduce Social Prejudice Read More »
We’re really excited to announce the re-launch of NewBernNow.com! We couldn’t do it without Jeremy LeRay, owner of New Bern Web Design! He has been our “Peace of Mind” for years by maintaining and updating the security side of the website.
Preparing to Re-Launch: New Bern Now’s Website Read More »
New Bern, NC – The ReStore at Habitat for Humanity of Craven County is hosting a special event on Friday, November 15th, to raise funds for the purchase of a new truck to be used for donation pick-ups. Local artists and Do-It-Yourself
Habitat ReStore to hold “Shabby to Chic” and Auction Fundraiser Read More »