In an unprecedented move, Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order closing all North Carolina schools until March 30.

A former NFL offensive lineman and Edenton resident shared their life stories of turning hard times into something positive Wednesday, March 11, to a group of about 30 people at Edenton United Methodist Church.

Throughout the month of March those who receive deliveries from Meals on Wheels will probably see a few new faces as the organization hosts its March on Meals.

NC MedAssist will hold a Mobile Free Pharmacy Event in Edenton on Friday, March 27.

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper declared a state of emergency Tuesday as state and local officials continue to deal with the coronavirus.

The Chowan County Tax Office talked about short-term rentals and occupancy tax at a meeting Friday at the Public Safety Center.

With Billy Joel’s “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” playing in the background, Edenton Fire Chief Billy Bass and other members of his department lit a stack of Christmas tree on fire Saturday.

Women’s Giving Circle members voted to fund three projects -- with a total cost of over $10,000 -- that help female patients of Vidant Chowan Hospital and their families.

To contribute to the Kadesh Church renovation project, call the Edenton Historical Commission at 252-482-7800.

Several members of the Edenton Fire Department recently underwent training to improve their skills and expand their knowledge in fire-fighting and rescue techniques.

Chowan County saw a smidge of the white stuff — about two inches of snow — on Thursday and Friday.

The Chowan County Sheriff’s Office and Edenton-Chowan Schools delivered a record 17,127 pounds of food to the Edenton-Chowan Food Pantry on Thursday, Feb. 19.

Albemarle Boats announced the debut of the company’s latest build, the 2020 41 Custom Carolina Edition, at the Miami International Boat Show, Feb. 13-17.

A new member of the Edenton-Chowan Chamber of Commerce held an open house recently.

The Edenton Police Department swore in four patrolmen and promoted a corporal to sergeant detective Thursday, Feb. 13, during a ceremony in the training room, at its Oakum Street building.

Roger Brooks, a tourism and downtown expert, recently told Chowan County and Edenton business owners and officials that the town has its niche an historic mecca secured but needs to do more in order to grow both its population and its tourism industry.

Republicans Michael Dean and Chris Evans have filed to run in the primary for the at-large seat now held by Commissioner Don Faircloth, a Democrat.

For about 100 years, 1899-1993, the cotton mill was the epicenter of industry in Edenton.

Albemarle Sounds to deliver singing Valentine’s

When College of the Albemarle President Jack Bagwell interviewed for his current position, the first stop in his interview process was the community college’s Edenton-Chowan campus.

Former Edenton mayor Roland Vaughan was honored twice – as a lifetime member and for his work with the Boys and Girls Club – Thursday, Jan. 30, at the American Legion Post 40 facility.

Behind John A. Holmes High School, on Oakum Street, sits the old D.F. Walker High School.

Rachel O’Kelley arrived at John A. Holmes High School on Tuesday like any other; ready to teach several science course. The day ended for her like no other.

For the past few weeks, members of Monarch’s Heritage Club day program, have been coming to Edenton Bay Clayworks on Oakum Street to make clay bowls.

The Chowan County Board of Commissioners is awaiting word on whether the county will receive a grant allowing the county explore the option of having a regional water treatment plant. Because of the wait, the commissioners unanimously voted put plans to install a water treatment discharge pi…

Time Financing Service of Edenton is the newest member of Edenton-Chowan Chamber. Local manager David Roth invites you to come see them at 703 Luke St., behind Speedway, for your small loan needs.