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Brian Pecheles, owner of Pecheles Ford Toyota in Washington, visited Chocowinity Middle School on May 10 with a special delivery for the school and for one of its teachers.
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Brian Pecheles, owner of Pecheles Ford Toyota in Washington, visited Chocowinity Middle School on May 10 with a special delivery for the school and for one of its teachers.
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On May 2, Lieutenant Jamie Cahoon obtained a warrant charging Clarence K. Thigpen, of Tranters Creek Drive in Washington, with one count of Failure to Register Change of Address as a Sex Offender.
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On May 2, Lieutenant Jamie Cahoon obtained a warrant charging Clarence K. Thigpen, of Tranters Creek Drive in Washington, with one count of Failure to Register Change of Address as a Sex Offender.
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On April 11, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of an alleged sexual assault against a child that occurred in October of 2010.
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On April 11, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of an alleged sexual assault against a child that occurred in October of 2010.
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Some familiar faces landed in the Top 3 for the annual 2011 Beaufort County Transportation Department's School Bus Rodeo on April 19.
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Some familiar faces landed in the Top 3 for the annual 2011 Beaufort County Transportation Department's School Bus Rodeo on April 19.
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The storm system responsible for causing more than 150 reported tornadoes and at least 280 deaths across Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia will pass through Beaufort County this afternoon.
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The storm system responsible for causing more than 150 reported tornadoes and at least 280 deaths across Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia will pass through Beaufort County this afternoon.
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Unemployment figures for March 2011, released today by the North Carolina Employment Security Commission, show Beaufort County's unemployment rate improving for the second-consecutive month.
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Unemployment figures for March 2011, released today by the North Carolina Employment Security Commission, show Beaufort County's unemployment rate improving for the second-consecutive month.
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Marcrissa Carswell was a Top 10 finisher in the Job Interview event, and Yasmen McDonald was a Top 10 finisher in the Word Processing I event.
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Marcrissa Carswell was a Top 10 finisher in the Job Interview event, and Yasmen McDonald was a Top 10 finisher in the Word Processing I event.
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Southside High School Future Farmers of America would like to congratulate Josh Tippett for being recognized by the Beaufort County Grange as the 2011 Outstanding FFA Member of the Year.
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Southside High School Future Farmers of America would like to congratulate Josh Tippett for being recognized by the Beaufort County Grange as the 2011 Outstanding FFA Member of the Year.
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Megan Smith of the Southside High School Future Farmers of America chapter participated in North Carolina's FFA Horse Evaluation Career Development Event on Apr. 16 in Martin County.
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Megan Smith of the Southside High School Future Farmers of America chapter participated in North Carolina's FFA Horse Evaluation Career Development Event on Apr. 16 in Martin County.
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The suspect was identified as Shawn Dean Walker, age 36, of Roberson Road in Washington.
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The suspect was identified as Shawn Dean Walker, age 36, of Roberson Road in Washington.
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James Edward Clemmer, age 18, of Core Point Road in Blount's Creek, is being held in the Beaufort County Detention Center on a $100,000 secured bond.
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James Edward Clemmer, age 18, of Core Point Road in Blount's Creek, is being held in the Beaufort County Detention Center on a $100,000 secured bond.
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On Jan. 11, the Sheriff's Office received a report alleging that a child was given an alcoholic beverage and physically assaulted by an adult at a home on Boyd Loop Road in Pinetown.
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On Jan. 11, the Sheriff's Office received a report alleging that a child was given an alcoholic beverage and physically assaulted by an adult at a home on Boyd Loop Road in Pinetown.
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On Apr. 7, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of a sexual offense involving a child under the age of 10 that occurred in the Crystal Beach community.
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On Apr. 7, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of a sexual offense involving a child under the age of 10 that occurred in the Crystal Beach community.
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If you have any information on the whereabouts of Austin Asby, please call Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at 252-974-6400.
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If you have any information on the whereabouts of Austin Asby, please call Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at 252-974-6400.
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Members of the public may comment on the current district plans, communities of interest, voting history, or any other topic related to redistricting.
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Members of the public may comment on the current district plans, communities of interest, voting history, or any other topic related to redistricting.
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Any N.C. District 6 resident, with a social or political concern, can rest assured that they will be granted some face time with their representative to the N.C. General Assembly this Thursday.
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Any N.C. District 6 resident, with a social or political concern, can rest assured that they will be granted some face time with their representative to the N.C. General Assembly this Thursday.
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Though the BoCO Music Festival weekend got off to a temperate start tonight at Music in the Streets, there was some apprehension in the air over tomorrow's forecast for severe weather.
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Though the BoCO Music Festival weekend got off to a temperate start tonight at Music in the Streets, there was some apprehension in the air over tomorrow's forecast for severe weather.
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Since July 2003, Spruill has been a steadying force in the county, amidst equally constant disturbances.
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Since July 2003, Spruill has been a steadying force in the county, amidst equally constant disturbances.
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Replacing Spruill, at least temporarily, will be Beaufort County Assistant Manager and Finance Officer Jim Chrisman.
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Replacing Spruill, at least temporarily, will be Beaufort County Assistant Manager and Finance Officer Jim Chrisman.
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In February 2011, according to the NCESC, the percentage of Beaufort County residents, over the age of 15, who reported being unsuccessful in procuring employment for pay was 10.7 percent.
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In February 2011, according to the NCESC, the percentage of Beaufort County residents, over the age of 15, who reported being unsuccessful in procuring employment for pay was 10.7 percent.
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Unless state legislators take swift action, beginning Apr. 16, the maximum number of weeks for which a North Carolina resident can file for unemployment benefits is set to be reduced from 99 to 79.
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Unless state legislators take swift action, beginning Apr. 16, the maximum number of weeks for which a North Carolina resident can file for unemployment benefits is set to be reduced from 99 to 79.
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Deatherage's motion failed, with only him and Commissioner Hood Richardson voting in its favor; and Commissioners Jay McRoy, Al Klemm, Robert Cayton, Ed Booth and Jerry Langley voting against.
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Deatherage's motion failed, with only him and Commissioner Hood Richardson voting in its favor; and Commissioners Jay McRoy, Al Klemm, Robert Cayton, Ed Booth and Jerry Langley voting against.
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In a 5-2 vote, with Dem. Commissioner Robert Cayton crossing the isle, the board approved Rep. Commissioner Stan Deatherage's resolution of county support in Senate Bill 8.
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In a 5-2 vote, with Dem. Commissioner Robert Cayton crossing the isle, the board approved Rep. Commissioner Stan Deatherage's resolution of county support in Senate Bill 8.
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Matthew Roughton, age 19, of Pollard Road in Chocowinity, is charged with one count of Obtaining Property by False Pretenses and one count of Misdemeanor Larceny.
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Matthew Roughton, age 19, of Pollard Road in Chocowinity, is charged with one count of Obtaining Property by False Pretenses and one count of Misdemeanor Larceny.
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On Feb. 28, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of an alleged sexual offense involving a juvenile that resulted in the birth of a child.
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On Feb. 28, the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office received a report of an alleged sexual offense involving a juvenile that resulted in the birth of a child.
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Paul Anthony Cox was arrested on Monday and held in the Beaufort County Detention Center on a $15,000 secured bond set by Magistrate Donald Sadler.
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Paul Anthony Cox was arrested on Monday and held in the Beaufort County Detention Center on a $15,000 secured bond set by Magistrate Donald Sadler.
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Jose Luis Bennett was arrested and held in the Beaufort County Detention Center without bond because of the domestic nature of the charges.
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Jose Luis Bennett was arrested and held in the Beaufort County Detention Center without bond because of the domestic nature of the charges.
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Anyone with information on the identity of the black male who fled the scene is asked to call Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at 252-974-6400.
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Anyone with information on the identity of the black male who fled the scene is asked to call Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at 252-974-6400.
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On Feb. 10, the Clark's Neck Volunteer Fire Department and Old Ford Volunteer Fire Department discovered an abandoned camper trailer that was fully engulfed in flames.
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On Feb. 10, the Clark's Neck Volunteer Fire Department and Old Ford Volunteer Fire Department discovered an abandoned camper trailer that was fully engulfed in flames.
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The common method in these scams is the caller's need for the victim to wire money as soon as possible to help a relative. These con artists are taking advantage of our citizens' good nature.
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The common method in these scams is the caller's need for the victim to wire money as soon as possible to help a relative. These con artists are taking advantage of our citizens' good nature.
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Shauna Shalana Moody, age 44, of Stilley Station Road in Blount's Creek, was arrested last Friday and released on a $5,000 secured bond.
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Shauna Shalana Moody, age 44, of Stilley Station Road in Blount's Creek, was arrested last Friday and released on a $5,000 secured bond.
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The burglary victim reported several items stolen, including a safe and four rifles.
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The burglary victim reported several items stolen, including a safe and four rifles.
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The event is scheduled from 6 p.m. April 29 to 1 p.m. April 30 at Washington High School. The event brings together all those wanting to help fight cancer and find a cure.
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The event is scheduled from 6 p.m. April 29 to 1 p.m. April 30 at Washington High School. The event brings together all those wanting to help fight cancer and find a cure.
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Over the past few days, three more suspicious Bath-area fires have been reported, raising the total number of suspected arsons in that area, since Feb. 22, to 10.
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Over the past few days, three more suspicious Bath-area fires have been reported, raising the total number of suspected arsons in that area, since Feb. 22, to 10.
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A portion of the $11.5 million loss in 2010 can be attributed to management's $4 million write-off of doubtful receivables.
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A portion of the $11.5 million loss in 2010 can be attributed to management's $4 million write-off of doubtful receivables.
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Since identifying these suspects, the WPD has coordinated investigations with law enforcement agencies from other areas, leading to additional charges in towns across N.C. and S.C.
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Since identifying these suspects, the WPD has coordinated investigations with law enforcement agencies from other areas, leading to additional charges in towns across N.C. and S.C.
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Todd Austin Jarvis, age 26, of Elliott Road in Bath, faces charges relating to three of the fires in Bath and the fire in Washington County. He attributes his actions to emotional distress.
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Todd Austin Jarvis, age 26, of Elliott Road in Bath, faces charges relating to three of the fires in Bath and the fire in Washington County. He attributes his actions to emotional distress.
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After being suggested for the post by Ashley Woolard, recurring candidate for U.S. Congress Greg Dority easily secured his Party's chairmanship with a resounding "Yea!" from the delegates.
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After being suggested for the post by Ashley Woolard, recurring candidate for U.S. Congress Greg Dority easily secured his Party's chairmanship with a resounding "Yea!" from the delegates.
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Investigators do not believe the fire on VOA Road was set by the same suspect in the recent Pinetown and Bath arsons.
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Investigators do not believe the fire on VOA Road was set by the same suspect in the recent Pinetown and Bath arsons.
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During the investigation, investigators discovered that the adult had assisted victims under the age of 16 in being videotaped engaging in inappropriate activities.
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During the investigation, investigators discovered that the adult had assisted victims under the age of 16 in being videotaped engaging in inappropriate activities.
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As a result of the investigation, Investigator Rob Voliva applied for and obtained a warrant charging Daniel Elliot Toler, age 27, of Old Brick Road in Vanceboro with one count of Identity Theft.
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As a result of the investigation, Investigator Rob Voliva applied for and obtained a warrant charging Daniel Elliot Toler, age 27, of Old Brick Road in Vanceboro with one count of Identity Theft.
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Anyone with information about these fires is asked to call Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at 252-974-6400 or the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office at 252-946-7111.
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Anyone with information about these fires is asked to call Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at 252-974-6400 or the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office at 252-946-7111.