February 29, 1936 – February 19, 2023 NAGS HEAD — Neil Stapelman, 86, of Nags Head, NC (formerly of Brooklyn, NY) passed away on February 19, 2023. Son of Abraham and Sarah Stapelman, he is predeceased by his sister, Marilyn Cohen. He is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Janet, children Eric Stapelman, […]
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Dare County seniors may qualify for assistance with legal services
The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services’ Division of Social Services has received funding from the Older Americans Act Title III to help eligible residents 60 years and older with essential legal guidance and services. The funding will provide qualifying seniors with assistance to attain legal services to secure important documents such as […]
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Occupancy, meals tax collections in Dare County up nearly 6 percent in 2022, setting new annual record
Although December 2022 saw a drop in occupancy and meals collections when compared to the record set in 2021, the two key indicators of Dare County’s visitor economy again established new records and rose by nearly six percent over the entire year. In a report to the Dare County Tourism Board at their Feb. […]
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North Carolina Ferry Division to host Hatteras Career Fair on Feb. 28
People will have a chance to embark on a rewarding new career as the North Carolina Ferry Division hosts a career fair Feb. 28 at the Hatteras Village Community Center at 57689 Highway 12. The fair will run between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Applications will be accepted for all positions at all experience levels, […]
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Dr. Seuss Birthday Party to be held in Rodanthe on March 4
On Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. to noon, the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Civic Association will host a Dr. Seuss Birthday Party in celebration of Read Across America Week. “Come join the fun and games while we celebrate reading, stories, and our favorite Seuss characters,” stated organizers in an update. “There will be games, crafts, snacks, and […]
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Public hearing scheduled for proposed shellfish leases in Hyde County
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries will hold a public hearing on proposed shellfish leases in Hyde County at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 29. The hearing will be held in-person at the Hyde County Government Center, 30 Oyster Creek Road, Swan Quarter and by WebEx. Ocracoke Salt Company, LLC (Dylan L. Bennink, agent) has applied […]
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Meet the Outer Banks SPCA Pet of the Week Flo
Meet the Outer Banks SPCA pet of the week, Flo, courtesy of their latest video produced by Dare County’s CURRENT TV. For more information on Flo, and the many other Outer Banks pets currently up for adoption, visit the Outer Banks SPCA website at https://www.obxspca.org/, or their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/obxspca
Kirby Jane Sadler
February 23, 2002 – February 14, 2023 MANTEO — Kirby Jane Sadler of Manteo, N.C. passed away on February 14, 2023, at the age of 20. In her short time on Earth, Kirby was a prolific artist whose creativity knew no bounds. True to her artistic nature, she was never afraid to be an individual, […]
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William Arthur Hall
October 6, 1938 – February 19, 2023 MANTEO — William Arthur Hall, aged 84, of Manteo, NC died peacefully on February 19, 2023. He was born on October 6, 1938, in Washington, DC. William, Bill to his friends, had a storied military career in the United States Marine Corps that spanned 22 years from 1961 […]
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Bruce Ray Walker
July 24, 1956 – January 21, 2023 KILL DEVIL HILLS — Bruce Ray Walker, scholar, attorney, and friend, passed away January 21, 2023, following a short illness. He was born on July 24, 1956, in Charleston, West Virginia, and was a Stonewall Jackson High School alumnus. Bruce retired in 2018 after more than 35 years […]
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