Posted on: June 11, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 11, 2021
A Community Food Distribution event is scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, June 24, at Carrboro High School, 201 Rock Haven Road, Carrboro, NC 27510.
Anyone in need is welcome. The distribution is first come, first served. It is free of charg...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 10, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is recruiting members to a new Community Safety Task Force.
In the interest of developing new approaches to public safety beyond policing, the task force will include five to seven residents of Carrboro. The Town Council seek...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 11, 2021
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Elizabeth "Libba" Cotten
Catch the final Freight Train Blues concert tonight (Friday, June 11)! We celebrate such amazing talent! If you have missed any of the previous concerts, sit back and relax as ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 28, 2021
Did someone say pop-up?! Swing by Carrboro Connects Pop-Up booths taking place Thursday, June 10 through Saturday, June 12, 2021, to share input on our Town's very first Comprehensive Plan!
Join your neighbors to talk about transportation, housing...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 10, 2021
News Release from the Town of Chapel Hill -- Note to Carrboro Residents: The Town of Chapel Hill invites your feedback and participation as well!
The Town of Chapel Hill is proposing to add bike lanes to Culbreth Road as part of a schedu...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 10, 2021
News Release from the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO)
If you’re interested in highway, bicycle, pedestrian, and transit projects for our region, you’re invited to give your feedback on an assessment of fu...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 10, 2021
News Release from Orange County, N.C.
The Orange County Board of Commissioners appointed the BOCC Elections Advisory Group (BEAG) in February 2021 to study how county commissioners are elected in Orange County and to recommend possible changes for conside...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 10, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Friday, June 11, is South Orange Rescue Squad Day in Carrboro.
“I encourage all Carrboro residents to celebrate the service that SORS has contributed to our community over the last 50 years,” said Mayor Lydia Lavelle, who issued...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 17, 2021
A coalition of local organizations invites the community to be a part of the first annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration. Planning partners include the Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School Office of Equity a...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 8, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town of Carrboro will celebrate Juneteenth as a holiday on Friday, June 18. Household trash will not be collected on Friday. Residents who normally receive waste collection services on Friday will be serviced on Monday, June 21. Town...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 8, 2021
The following is an update on the continuing reopening of the Carrboro Century Center and related department programs, events and reservations.
Since May 17, the Century Center at 100 N. Greensboro St. has been open for limited, reduced capacity pre-regist...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 2, 2021
Around Carrboro Pop-Ups Coming Up!
Did someone say pop-up?! Swing by Carrboro Connects Pop-Up booths taking place Thursday, June 10 through Saturday, June 12, 2021, to share input on our Town's very first Comprehensive Plan!
Join your neighbors to talk abou...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 7, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 4, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Saturday, June 5, is “Trails Day” in Carrboro, proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
Residents are invited to enjoy the hiking opportunities that can be found in our region and to celebrate the outdoors.&nbs...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 2, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed June 2021 as "Immigrant Heritage Month” in Carrboro.
“I encourage all residents to respect and honor the many contributions that immigrants have made in our community and country,” Mayor Lav...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 3, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. – The first Friday in June (June 4) is National Gun Violence Awareness Day in Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“I encourage all citizens to support their local communities’ efforts to pr...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: June 2, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- June 2021 is LGBTQ Pride Month in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) Pride Month is celebrated nationally each year in the month of June. This month was chosen ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 28, 2021
Feel Small Town Pride this June! The towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill are collaborating to show LGBTQ+ Pride, and to affirm community values ensuring that all residents, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, are treated with respect and di...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 27, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 26, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. (May 26, 2021) -- Lydia Lavelle announced today that she will leave office at the end of her current term as Mayor of Carrboro, a position she has held since 2013.
“It has been a great honor to serve Carrboro, the town I consider t...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 24, 2021
Recognizing that period poverty is a public health issue, Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed May 24-30 to be Period Poverty Awareness Week in Carrboro.
National surveys and research studies report that one in four women and girls struggle to secure enough ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 23, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is looking for people to serve on its Safe Routes to School Committee.
We're interested in filling the following seats:
- Two (2) students of either an elementary or middle school (from different schools) located in Ca...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 19, 2021
Free and Convenient Local Vaccine Options
We're posting digital and paper flyers everywhere to let the community know about free and convenient options for the COVID-19 vaccine! Help us spread the word!
Pop-up clinics are being held from...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 21, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 19, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Department of Economic Development has announced a BIPOC Business Roundtable Discussion scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday, May 27.
The Town of Carrboro seeks to hear the needs and challenges of Black, Indigenous, Latinx and Peopl...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 19, 2021
Today (Wednesday, May 19) is Carrboro Jaguars Men’s Tennis Day, proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
The Carrboro High School Jaguars won the NCHSAA 2-A Team Tennis Championship at Cary Tennis Park on Saturday, May 15, 2021. They are the ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 19, 2021
It’s Public Works Week in Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“Despite the unprecedented challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, our public works professionals continue to perform the myriad essential services that allow our Town...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 14, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 14, 2021
Message from Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle: “Governor Cooper’s announcement today was possible because most of us have taken this pandemic seriously since last spring by following the state’s health protocols, and get...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 14, 2021
Congratulations to the UNC-Chapel Hill Class of 2021 from the Carrboro Town Council!
While the past months have been full of challenges, you have proven that focus, hard work, and dedication can get you to your goal. Thank you for being a wonderf...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 14, 2021
Congratulations to the UNC-Chapel Hill Class of 2021 from the Carrboro Town Council!
While the past months have been full of challenges, you have proven that focus, hard work, and dedication can get you to your goal. Thank you for being a wonderful part of...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 7, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- As part of the Town’s ongoing comprehensive planning process, Carrboro Connects, community members from Myanmar participated in a listening session with Mayor Lydia Lavelle on Tuesday, May 4, 2021.
The listening session aired li...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 7, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 6, 2021
Happy Mother's Day
We see you. We honor you. We cherish you. We love you. Happy Mother’s Day!
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Carrboro Celebrates Bike Month
This May, the Town of Carrboro is celebrating Bike Month!
“I urge all Carrboro residents to have fun this month by ridin...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 6, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- May is Mental Health Awareness Month in Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“I ask all residents to support those who struggle with mental health challenges, to understand the resources that are available t...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: May 4, 2021
CARRBOBO, N.C. -- This May, the Town of Carrboro is celebrating Bike Month!
“I urge all Carrboro residents to have fun this month by riding a bike,” said Mayor Lydia Lavelle, who proclaimed Bike Month in Carrboro.
Established in 1956 and promoted ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 30, 2021
Note: The following is information provided by the state and Orange County Health Department.
North Carolina is easing the mask mandate outdoors and increasing mass gathering limits in an executive order that takes effect at 5 p.m. Friday, April 30.
The ord...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 30, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 30, 2021
In January 2020, the Town of Carrboro, Town of Chapel Hill, and Orange County adopted the Greene Tract Resolution for a Path Forward. This resolution initiated the drafting of an environmental assessment in order to obtain site-specific information on env...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 29, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. – Residents needing assistance with fees and costs imposed due to criminal justice or traffic court involvement are now able to apply for relief through the Criminal Justice Debt Program.
The Carrboro Town Council voted o...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 28, 2021
Carrboro Day is Sunday, May 2
The annual Carrboro Day Event is scheduled for Sunday, May 2nd, 2021. This year’s event will be presented in a virtual format with activities presented via YouTube and Zoom. Content will...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 28, 2021
The Orange County Health Department has issued the following information from the CDC:
The CDC has updated its guidance for fully vaccinated people. Some of the changes include:
- Fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear a mask outdoors, except in cert...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 30, 2021
Photo Caption: We thought it might be fun to glance back to 2019 Carrboro Arbor Day when Mayor Lydia Lavelle planted a tree with Carrboro Elementary School students. This year, a tree will be planted at Anderson Park by our Public Works Department.
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 28, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed the Town of Carrboro to be a 2021 Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians, and other leading health organizations,...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 27, 2021
News from Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO)
DURHAM, N.C. – If you’re interested in the future highway, bicycle, multi-use paths, and transit projects for our region, you’re invited to give your feedback now on a prop...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 26, 2021
The Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department will be re-opening the Carrboro Century Center at 100 N. Greensboro St. for limited indoor programming and reservations beginning the week of May 17, 2021.
The followin...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 23, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 23, 2021
Town of Carrboro and Music Maker Announce Freight Train Blues 2021!
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Town of Carrboro, the Carrboro Tourism Development Authority, WUNC, Music Maker Relief Foundation, Soul Bag, and Artarie will present a livestream version of the annu...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 22, 2021
CARRBORO, NC – Habitat for Humanity of Orange County is collaborating with the Town of Carrboro and other partners to build four units (two duplexes) of affordable housing on Cobb Street in Carrboro.
The project is a culmination of a collaboration among th...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 22, 2021
News from Orange County, NC
North Carolina counties are required to revalue properties regularly to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of the property tax burden. The Orange County Tax Office recently completed its 2021 revaluation and mailed notice ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 21, 2021
The annual Carrboro Day Event is scheduled for Sunday, May 2nd, 2021. This year’s event will be presented in a virtual format with activities presented via YouTube and Zoom. Content will also be shared via the Carrboro Recreation, Park...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 21, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- Moody’s recently evaluated the Town of Carrboro’s financial condition and assigned a credit rating of Aa1.
“This rating is the highest of high quality and is only one notch below the highest possible rating of ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 19, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- Roundabout construction at N. Greensboro Street and Estes Drive will be about 75% complete when the traffic shifts into an initial roundabout design on Tuesday, April 20.
This is the final stage of the NC Department of Transportat...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 16, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 16, 2021
News from NC Department of Transportation
Note: Crews plan to be at work on Saturday, April 17, in preparation for the traffic shift.
CARRBORO, NC – N.C. Department of Transportation contractors plan to shift traffic next week onto a new...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 16, 2021
Affordable Housing Coming to Cobb Street in Carrboro
Friday, April 16, was BRIGHT DAY for new affordable housing in Carrboro! Thanks to Carrboro Town Council (left to right) Members Damon Seils, Susan Romaine, Barbara Foushee (Mayor Pro Tem) and Randee Hav...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 15, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is recruiting for the newly established Racial Equity Commission.
The Racial Equity Commission is empowered to make short, mid- and long-term recommendations that will make significant progress toward repairing the damage cau...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 15, 2021
LIVESTREAM MUSIC SERIES HONORING PIEDMONT BLUESWOMAN ELIZABETH ‘LIBBA’ COTTEN
PERFORMANCES BY AMYTHYST KIAH, JOHNNY RAY DANIELS, THE HAMILTONES, ALEXA ROSE, AND HARVEY DALTON ARNOLD
Livestream each concert via the links below:
F...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 15, 2021
News Release from CASA
ORANGE COUNTY, NC – CASA is pleased to announce that they have broken ground on their newest community in Orange County. The site is located along South Merritt Mill Road and straddles the border of Chapel Hill an...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 13, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) sent a message to health care providers around the state advising that they follow the federal recommendation to pause use of th...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 9, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 8, 2021
Everyone 16 and older in North Carolina is now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine
Walk-in clinic for COVID-19 vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) will be held on Saturday, April 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at TARHEEL TOWN PHARMACY; 370 E Main Street, Suite...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 8, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- Mayor Lydia Lavelle has signed the National Wildlife Federation’s Mayor’s Monarch Pledge nwf.org/mayorsmonarchpledge a step aimed at protecting the iconic butterfly, a species whose eastern populations have declined by ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 7, 2021
“As we enter the second year of the coronavirus pandemic, it continues to be ever so timely for a proclamation recognizing the value and essence of poetry.” –Mayor Lydia Lavelle
CARRBORO, NC -- Mayor Lydia Lavelle has declared April Poetry Month ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 7, 2021
Everyone 16 and older in North Carolina is now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Note from Town of Carrboro: Walk-in clinic for COVID-19 vaccine (Johnson & Johnson) will be held on Saturday, April 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at TARHEEL T...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 6, 2021
The Orange County HOME Consortium is seeking public input on the draft Annual Action Plan for the FY 2021-22 HOME Program.
Each year, Orange County receives funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the HOME In...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 5, 2021
Anyone who has symptoms of COVID-19, has been around people outside of their household or thinks they have been exposed to the virus should get tested.
Monday-Saturday Testing Chapel Hill:COVID-19 testing is available every weekday Monday through...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 1, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 1, 2021
Meeting of the Minds will host a virtual, communitywide Affordable Housing Panel Discussion and Q&A on Monday, April 12, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The discussion will center on the housing needs of people living at 30% AMI and below.
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 1, 2021
Town Holiday Service Changes
Town of Carrboro government offices will be closed in observance of the town holiday on Friday, April 2. Residents who normally receive solid waste collection on Friday will be serviced on Monday, April 5. Orange County Solid W...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 31, 2021
“Tonight, even though we were virtual, we had a sense of community…and that is what will be remembered about Carrboro in 20 years to come.” – Council Member Randee Haven O’Donnell
CARRBORO, NC -- More than 100 people from across Carrboro came tog...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 30, 2021
News Release from Carrboro Police Department
The Alamance County Sheriff’s Office attempted to stop a vehicle suspected of being involved in a shooting in Graham yesterday evening (Monday, March 29). The vehicle fled and was chased into...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 30, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is recruiting for a Carrboro representative to serve as Board Member of the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA).
The position will become available upon the completion of a term held by Robert Morgan that is set to expir...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 29, 2021
The Carrboro Arts Committee is offering an award of up to $1,000 to assist emerging young artists in developing their talent through a summer apprenticeship. A total of three (3) apprenticeships are available.
Purpose:To encourage and support eme...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 29, 2021
Town of Carrboro government offices will be closed in observance of the town holiday on Friday, April 2.
Residents who normally receive solid waste collection on Friday will be serviced on Monday, April 5.
Orange County Solid Waste Manag...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 26, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. announced beginning on March 31, people in Group 4 who are essential workers ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 26, 2021
Saturday, March 27, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., is declared as “Earth Hour” in Carrboro by the Town Council, which is calling on all everyone to join and demonstrate a commitment to address climate change by supporting the effort. &nbs...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 26, 2021
News Release from Governor Roy Cooper's Office
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D., announced on Thursday, March 25, 2021, an accelerated timeline for moving to Groups 4 and 5 for vaccin...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 26, 2021
School is Open for In-Person Learning
Watch your speed in school zones! It's great to see safety guards like Roy Lungsford again, seen here on Hillsborough Road.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools’ return of students to classrooms on Monday, March ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 23, 2021
News from NC Governor Roy Cooper's Office
NC Governor As North Carolina’s trends continue to show improvement and vaccine distribution increases with 31.7% of North Carolinians over 18 having received at least one dose of vaccine, Governor Roy Co...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 22, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- On Sunday, March 21, 2021, at 6:09 p.m., members of the Carrboro Fire Rescue Department responded to a report of a fire in the 100 Block of BPW Club Rd.
Responding fire crews arrived just over five minutes after dispatch and found...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: April 23, 2021
Orange County Solid Waste Management will hold two free Shred-A-Thons for confidential paper this spring. Bring your confidential papers for free, safe, and contact-free shredding.
The event is open to residents of Orange County and Carrboro, small busines...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 19, 2021
Carrboro Town Council Approves The ArtsCenter Development
The Town Council has approved a conditional use permit application for The ArtsCenter’s new two-story building plan at 315 Jones Ferry Road.
The $5.5 million building will replace the nonpr...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 15, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. announced beginning on March 17, people in Group 4 who have a medical condition that pu...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 12, 2021
Get Connected!
Participate in the Carrboro Connects Community Workshop to listen, learn and share input into Carrboro’s first comprehensive plan.
- Attend the Community Workshop on Thursday, March 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. via Zoom.
- RSVP to obtain the login informat...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 12, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 11, 2021
News from NC Department of Health and Human Services
Today (Thursday, March 11), Governor Cooper and Secretary Cohen announced that beginning on March 17, people in Group 4 who have a medical condition that puts them at higher risk and people who...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 11, 2021
News from the Orange County Health Department
Join us on Saturday, March 13 at 3 p.m. for a virtual panel discussion, "The COVID-19 Vaccination: Make An Informed Decision."
During this program, you will hear from a panel of four physicia...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 10, 2021
News from the Carrboro Farmers' Market
Mark your calendars - the Carrboro Farmers' Market hours are changing soon! The Wednesday afternoon market will start back up again on Wednesday, March 17, and the Saturday morning market w...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 9, 2021
The Carrboro Police Department responded at about 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, to a disturbance call on the 200 block of Prince Street.
Upon arrival, officers found a subject who was shot and who was subsequently treated at the scene.
Th...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 9, 2021
A Community Food Distribution event is scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, March 25, at Henry Anderson Community Park, 302 N. Carolina Hwy 54W, Chapel Hill, NC 27516.
Anyone in need is welcome. The distribution is first come, first served. It is free o...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 8, 2021
The towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill are inviting residents and businesses to help clean our urban streams this March.
Due to the public health safety concerns, we are not leading organized groups for the cleanup effort this year. Families and p...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 5, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 5, 2021
Frontline Essential Workers Now Eligible for Vaccination
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. announced that additional frontline essential workers in Group 3 will be eligible for vac...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 5, 2021
Get Connected!
Participate in the Carrboro Connects Community Workshop to listen, learn and share input into Carrboro’s first comprehensive plan.
- Attend the Community Workshop on Thursday, March 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. via Zoom.RSVP to obtain...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 3, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. announced that additional frontline essential workers in Group 3 will be eligible for ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 3, 2021
March is Women’s History Month in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
All residents are encouraged to celebrate this observance, to learn more about the important achievements of women throughout history, and to find insp...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 3, 2021
The Town of Carrboro has awarded a $60,000 business loan through its Revolving Loan Fund to Tesoro, a pasta-focused neighborhood restaurant slated to open this spring at 100 E. Weaver St.
The application from David Peretin, a managing member of T...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: March 2, 2021
- Gov. Cooper Announces Frontline Essential Workers Eligible for Vaccination Beginning March 3.
- Group 4 vaccinations to begin March 24 for people who have a medical condition that puts them at higher risk or who live in certain congregate settings....
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 26, 2021
The Orange County Human Relations Commission is delighted to announce the winners of this year's Pauli Murray Awards.
Congratulations to Quinton Harper (adult winner), Savannah Clay (youth winner), and Present Day on Main (business winner...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 26, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 26, 2021
Family Fun Sunday Series with JeGhetto
Join us for this free online zoom program scheduled from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28.Tarish Pipkins a.k.a. Jeghetto has fine-tuned his skills by doing street performances with his puppets. He has worked with Pap...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 26, 2021
The Town received a 2020 Legacy Tree Fund Grant from the NC Urban Forest Council to restore a stream buffer in Henry “Hank” Anderson III Community Park.
Attend a virtual presentation from 11 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday, March 6, to learn more about ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 25, 2021
News Release from the Orange County Health Department
As North Carolina’s numbers continue to show improvement and vaccine distribution increases, Gov. Cooper has announced that the state will carefully ease some of its COVID-19 restric...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 24, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
Governor Roy Cooper announced Feb. 10 that childcare workers, educators and school personnel in pre-K through grade 12, including private and charter schools, will be eligible to receive a COVID v...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 19, 2021
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Feb. 21-27 as Scholastic Journalism Week in Carrboro.
“I ask all residents to express their encouragement and gratitude to our student journalists and the teachers and advisers who support them,” Mayor...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 19, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 19, 2021
Get updates on Town of Carrboro Projects from the Climate Action Plan to sidewalk improvements and business outreach initiatives -- and much more at https://bit.ly/3dsI9zh
Curious about the CASA Merritt Mill Affordable Housi...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 21, 2021
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Feb. 22-28 as “Carrboro Invasive Species Awareness Week” and asks residents to join in the efforts to support native species.
An invasive species is an organism that causes ecological or econ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 19, 2021
Blue Skies Ahead!
Most days this past week were cold, raining and dreary -- but we did have blue skies on Tuesday, Feb. 16, as seen here from McDougle Middle School Track. Blue skies are ahead, and the first day of spring is March 20!
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 17, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is preparing for winter weather expected to bring freezing rain and ice to our area late Wednesday to Friday, Feb. 17-19.
Winter Storm Warning The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning until 7 a....
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 16, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- The Carrboro Department of Economic Development has announced a BIPOC Business Roundtable Discussion scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25.
The Town seeks to hear the needs and challenges of Black, Indigenous, Latinx and People of Color bu...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 15, 2021
The swearing-in ceremony of Chris Atack as the new Carrboro Police Chief took place today (Monday, Feb. 15) in a short, socially distanced event at Town Hall.
The ceremony was led by Town Clerk Catherine Dorando with Town Manager David Andrews. I...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 12, 2021
For the Love of Carrboro
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Business Alliance and the Carrboro Tourism Development Authority (CTDA) encourage all local residents to show and share their #CarrboroLove this Valentine’s Day in commemoration of For the Love of Car...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 12, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 12, 2021
The Carrboro Town Council plans to recognize the artists who were commissioned for Black Lives Matter murals at its next virtual meeting scheduled at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16.
The community is invited to join the live stream program at YouTube.com...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 12, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. – On Friday, Feb.12, 2021, at 3:04 a.m., members of the Carrboro Fire Rescue Department responded to the 200 block of Cedarwood Lane, for the report of a smoke coming from the roof of a residence.
Responding fire crews arrived in just over f...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 10, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
Governor Roy Cooper announced Feb. 10 that childcare workers, educators and school personnel in pre-K through grade 12, including private and charter schools, will be eligible to receive a COVID v...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 11, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Town Manager David Andrews has announced the appointment of Police Capt. Chris Atack, a 22-year veteran of the Carrboro Police Department, as the next Police Chief for the Town of Carrboro, effective Feb. 15, 2021.
“Chris has t...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 8, 2021
Three ways to show and share your #CarrboroLove this Valentine’s Day and celebrate all that makes Carrboro a great place to live, learn, work, play, and visit.
CARRBORO, N.C. -- The Carrboro Business Alliance and the Carrboro Tourism Development ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 8, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 5, 2021
Carrboro Celebrates Black History Month
Carrboro is proud to recognize and honor the history of Black people in Carrboro and throughout the nation, and to remember and celebrate them during Black History Month.
Black History Month grew out of the establishm...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 3, 2021
Carrboro is proud to recognize and honor the history of Black people in Carrboro and throughout the nation, and to remember and celebrate them during Black History Month.
Black History Month grew out of the establishment, in 1926, of Negro History Week by ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 3, 2021
After more than 30 years in local government service, Town Manager David Andrews has announced plans to retire from the Town of Carrboro on July 31, 2021.
“While I will leave with many enjoyable memories, I am also looking forward to making new o...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: February 1, 2021
The Town of Carrboro is recruiting for the newly established Racial Equity Commission.
The Racial Equity Commission is empowered to make short, mid- and long-term recommendations that will make significant progress toward repairing the damage cau...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 30, 2021
CARRBORO, NC – The Town of Carrboro will be hosting a virtual program to commemorate the 120th anniversary of George Henry White’s historic farewell address to Congress. The online event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 1.
Aft...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 29, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Monday, Feb. 1, is Police Chief Walter Horton Day in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“I want to offer my thanks and appreciation to Chief Horton for his twenty-seven year career with the Town of Carrb...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 29, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 28, 2021
Town of Carrboro to Commemorate George Henry White as part of Black History Month
CARRBORO, NC – The Town of Carrboro will be hosting a virtual program to commemorate the 120th anniversary of George Henry White’s historic farewell address to Congress. &...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 28, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- Congress passed the federal stimulus package, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), in March 2020 to aid individuals, business and communities throughout the U.S. affected by the economic impacts of COVID-19...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 28, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
The Orange County Health Department would like to recognize local businesses that have been vigilant in ensuring that their staff and customers feel safe, secure and well-served during the COVID-1...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 27, 2021
Due to inclement weather, there will not be a food distribution at Carrboro High School on Thursday, Jan. 28.
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS CANCELED.
A Community Food Distribution event scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at Ca...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 27, 2021
Don’t miss the chance to review and provide comment on a draft plan for recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and other disruptions. The comment period ends Friday, Jan. 29.
The draft Orange County Long-Term Recovery and Transformation Plan is attached and a...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 26, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
For the third week in a row the Orange County Health Department has not received any first dose allotment of COVID-19 vaccines from the NCDHHS. The lack of first dose allotment will not affect or ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 25, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- The Carrboro Fire-Rescue Department has been selected by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) www.nfpa.org to participate in the second phase of a pilot program to build a digital community risk assessment (CRA) tool. Aligned to...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Construction on the N. Greensboro Street-Estes Drive roundabout continues.
Work on the installation of a large stormwater pipe will resume the week beginning on Monday, Jan. 25.
Please be alert. Traffic patterns may change and there may ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 22, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Tuesday, Jan. 26, as Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett Day in the Town of Carrboro to honor the Orange County native who played a key role in developing one of the COVID-19 vaccines.
“We recognize her remarkable research an...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 21, 2021
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO
RECEIVE COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS ON CARRBORO COMMUNITY NEEDS AND PRIORITIES
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 BUDGET BEGINNING JULY 1, 2021
On February 2, 2021, the Carrboro Town Council will hold a public hearing to receive commen...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 20, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
The Orange County Health Department is receiving an extremely high volume of phone calls and emails regarding vaccine registration. It is asking for the public’s patience and sharing inf...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 19, 2021
The Orange County Human Relations Commission will present the 31st Annual Pauli Murray Awards at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28. The community is invited to acknowledge and celebrate the honorees for their displays of courage in upholding the ideals of social jus...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 19, 2021
Please join us for an update on the South Greensboro Street sidewalk project!
The Town of Carrboro will be holding two remote public meetings on the installation of a sidewalk along South Greensboro Street from the north end of Old Pittsboro Road...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 15, 2021
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Town of Carrboro administrative offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 18, for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
Residents who normally receive yard waste collection on Monday will be serviced on Tuesday.
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 15, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- A Black Lives Matter mural was completed Friday, Jan. 15, at the Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro St.
The selected artist, Erbriyon Barrett of Atlanta, painted the mural on the building’s side facing E. Main Street. Mr...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 15, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 18, 2021
The draft Orange County Long-Term Recovery and Transformation Plan is ready for review, with two virtual public meetings occurring this week and public comment available online through Jan. 29.
The draft plan for recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and oth...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 15, 2021
News Release from Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. ? The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) revised its vaccine distribution plan on Jan. 14 to simplify who is eligible to receive the vaccine.
North C...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 13, 2021
CARRBORO, N.C. -- To pause and reflect on the lives that we have lost to COVID-19, Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Tuesday, Jan. 19, as COVID-19 Memorial Day in the Town of Carrboro.
“Carrboro Town Hall will be lit on this evening, and I urge all church...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 11, 2021
Due to inclement weather, there will not be a food distribution at Carrboro High School on Thursday, Jan. 28.
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS CANCELED.
A Community Food Distribution event scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at Ca...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 8, 2021
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. ? The Orange County Health Department has more than 4,200 people signed up for vaccination in Phase 1b Group 1 for individuals 75 and older since registration opened, Jan. 7, and appointment slots are being filled already for ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 7, 2021
Local Governments to Consider New Protections for LGBTQ People in Orange County, NC
Local governments in Orange County, North Carolina, will consider adopting new safeguards against LGBTQ discrimination this January, following the expiration of ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 8, 2021
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 7, 2021
JOINT NEWS RELEASE FROM Town of Carrboro, Town of Chapel Hill, Town of Hillsborough and Orange County, NC
Local governments in Orange County, North Carolina, will consider adopting new safeguards against LGBTQ discrimination this January, following the exp...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 7, 2021
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. -- Gov. Roy Cooper has extended North Carolina’s modified stay at home order through at least Jan. 29, and the state health department has issued a secretarial directive for North Carolinians to take immediate actions to prote...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 7, 2021
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News Release from the Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. -- North Carolina has moved into Phase 1b Group 1 of COVID vaccine distribution, meaning individuals 75 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID vaccine. There is no requireme...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 6, 2021
CARRBORO, NC -- After 27 years in law enforcement, Carrboro Police Chief Walter Horton has announced that he plans to retire effective Jan. 31, 2021.
“I want to thank Chief Horton for his service to Carrboro,” Town Manager Dav...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: January 4, 2021
Mayor Lydia Lavelle announced today (Monday, Jan. 4) that the Town of Carrboro was awarded $900,000 in CDBG-CV funding for emergency housing assistance. This is the maximum grant amount awarded by the NC Department of Commerce.
The funds will al...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 30, 2020
In an effort to reach people who do not access information via computers or the internet, the Town of Carrboro is piloting a Neighborhood Message Center system.
The first message center was put up on Christmas Eve at the Rocky Brook Mobile Home Park, a com...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 22, 2020
Join the community from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021, to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a webinar event with special guest speakers.
The panel discussion titled "He Had a Dream. Are We Living It?" will feature the fo...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 20, 2020
Artist Tyrone Small and his student artist team joyfully unveiled on Friday, Dec. 18, their completed Black Lives Matter mural on the side of the CommunityWorx building facing West Main at the intersection of Jones Ferry Road in Carrboro.
Friday’s unveilin...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 18, 2020
Winter Holidays Service Schedules
In observance of winter holidays, Town of Carrboro offices will be closed for services Dec. 23-25, 2020, and Friday, Jan. 1, 2021.
Carrboro Public Works will collect residential trash routes as follows:
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 17, 2020
Responding to community needs for social distancing and outdoor gathering spaces, the Town of Carrboro will continue to waive fees through March 31 for pavilion rentals at public parks.
Pavilions are located at the following parks:
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 16, 2020
In honor of WCHL Radio Host Ron Stutts’ last day on the air before his retirement, Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Friday, Dec. 18, as “Ron Stutts Day” in the Town of Carrboro.
While on the air, whenever noting the temperat...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 14, 2020
The Orange County Health Department will be hosting various free COVID-19 testing events during the week of Dec. 14, 2020.
For the most up-to-date information on testing please visit: orangecountync.gov/testing .
Daily testing will conti...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 11, 2020
News Release from Orange County Health Department
When a COVID vaccine is available for the general public, the Orange County Health Department has a plan to ensure the vaccine is distributed equitably and efficiently to county residents.
To help determine...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 23, 2020
The Town of Carrboro is excited to present our Annual Holiday Program for 2020!
Each year, the Town welcomes the community to gather in front of Town Hall for the lighting of the holiday tree along with remarks from our elected officials and songs from our...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 10, 2020
News Release from NCDHHS/Orange County Health Department
North Carolina will begin a modified stay at home order at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11, due to a rapid increase in North Carolina’s key COVID-19 trends. The order requires people to stay at home...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 5, 2020
Black Lives Matter Mural Installation Begins in Carrboro
Artist Tyrone Small and a student artist team has begun work this week on a Black Lives Matter mural on the side of the CommunityWorx building facing West Main at the intersection of Jones Ferry Road...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 4, 2020
News Release from Carrboro Business Alliance
The Carrboro Business Alliance (CBA) has launched the new Carrboro Cheer Gift Guide (www.CarrboroCheer.com), which showcases more than 60 curated, uniquely Carrboro gift ideas for the holiday shopping season. Th...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 4, 2020
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at www.townofcarrboro.org/signup
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 2, 2020
The Town of Carrboro is happy to announce another successful review of the Town’s efforts in promoting LGBTQ inclusion.
Since 2014, the Town has been rated by the Human Rights Commission in their annual report of the Municipal Equality Index (MEI...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: December 1, 2020
Artist Tyrone Small and a student artist team has begun work this week on a Black Lives Matter mural on the side of the CommunityWorx building facing West Main at the intersection of Jones Ferry Road in Carrboro.
The Carrboro Town Council selected the mura...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 30, 2020
Construction on the N. Greensboro Street-Estes Drive roundabout will move to the east side of the roadway on Monday, Dec. 7.
Traffic will experience a lane shift when the westside lane reopens, and the eastside lane closes. Flaggers will continue...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 24, 2020
We wish you all a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving!
In observance of the holiday, Town of Carrboro offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26-27. We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
North Carolina Tightens Existing Mask Requirements and E...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 25, 2020
Dec. 1 Meeting Notice and Past Meeting Summary
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 24, 2020
News Release from Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. November 24, 2020 ? Gov. Roy Cooper has issued additional COVID-19 safety measures to tighten mask requirements and enforcement as cases continue to rise rapidly in North Caroli...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 24, 2020
The Orange County Long-Term Recovery Group has identified potential strategies for recovering from COVID-19 and needs your input on which strategies best meet the community’s needs.
Community members are asked to take a 10-minute online survey be...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 23, 2020
News Release from the Governor's Office
Governor Roy Cooper today issued additional COVID-19 safety measures to tighten mask requirements and enforcement as cases continue to rise rapidly in North Carolina and across the country. Executive Order ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 23, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed the Saturday after Thanksgiving as Small Business Saturday in Carrboro.
“This year, more than ever, supporting our local businesses is even more necessary to their survival; support is easily accompl...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 20, 2020
Meet the Designers Special Event
The public is invited to meet the designers for the 203 Project, a public center-library planned for 203 S. Greensboro St.
The building will house the Orange County Southern Branch Library; Town of Carrboro Recreation, Parks...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 20, 2020
Past Meeting Summary and Dec. 1 Meeting Notice
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 20, 2020
Today (Friday, Nov. 20) is Transgender Day of Remembrance in the Town of Carrboro, proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
Mayor Lavelle asks all residents to reflect on the challenges facing the transgender members of our community, and work to ensur...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 19, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Thursday, Nov. 19, as Care to Share Day to help raise funds for the Care to Share bill-assistance program administered by OWASA and the Inter-Faith Council for Social Service.
This year’s Care to Share Day will, like most...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 18, 2020
The public is invited to meet the designers for the 203 Project, a public center planned for 203 S. Greensboro St.
The building will house the Orange County Southern Branch Library; Town of Carrboro Recreation, Parks and Cultural Resources Department; the ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 6, 2020
Nov. 17 Meeting Agenda and Past Meeting Summary
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 13, 2020
Carrboro Connects: Creating Community Together!
The Town of Carrboro is launching our first comprehensive plan, Carrboro Connects: Creating Community Together!
Through Carrboro Connects we will be exploring our community’s needs and priorities sur...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 13, 2020
HELP US BETTER SERVE OUR COMMUNITY!
As part of the Town of Carrboro’s race and equity initiative, maintaining data is important to ensure we are reaching and serving all members of our community. In order to achieve this goal, we hope to gain a b...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 6, 2020
A Community Food Distribution event is scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Carrboro High School, 201 Rock Haven Road.
Anyone in need is welcome. The distribution is first come, first served. It is free of charge, and there are no eligibilit...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 13, 2020
The Carrboro Police Department is investigating an incident involving gunshots being fired from a vehicle in the area of Old Fayetteville Road.
An off-duty officer heard shots shortly after 5 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, and notified on-duty officers o...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 12, 2020
News Release from Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. ? North Carolina’s indoor mass gathering limit will be lowered to 10 people again, effective at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. Anyone planning to gather with non-household members for ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 10, 2020
CARRBORO, NC -- The Carrboro Department of Economic Development has announced a BIPOC Business Roundtable Discussion scheduled for 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19.
The Town seeks to hear the needs and challenges of Black, Indigenous, Latinx and People of Color bu...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 10, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed this Veterans Day on Nov. 11, as a day to remember the invaluable contribution of our veterans, and urges all residents of Carrboro to take every opportunity to honor our veterans today. Thank you to all who have served....
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 10, 2020
CARRBORO, NC -- Last week, the Carrboro Tourism Development Authority (CTDA) launched “Visit Carrboro,” an initiative to promote safe travel and tourism in the Town of Carrboro. The new initiative includes a dynamic new website (www.Vi...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 10, 2020
The Orange County Health Department is offering a free, virtual Healthy Homes Class from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19.
Participants will learn about potential environmental triggers in the home, green cleaning principles, and home injury prevent...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 9, 2020
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. ? Any scenario in which people gather together poses a risk for COVID-19 transmission. The Orange County Health Department offers information on how to gather more safely during the holidays, including guidance for students leaving coll...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 6, 2020
Carrboro People Photo Album
In time for Thanksgiving, the Town of Carrboro is creating a Carrboro People Photo Album.
If you would like to be included, take a photo of yourself, your pod, or your family pets to be included, and feel free to add yo...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 6, 2020
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at www.townofcarrboro.org/signup
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 6, 2020
Carrboro, NC – Volunteers will pick up their shovels from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, to plant trees in Henry “Hank” Anderson III Community Park at 302 N Carolina Hwy 54 W, Chapel Hill, NC 27516.
The tree planting is part of a town project to ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 4, 2020
November 4, 2020
I have been asked to share my thoughts about the Black Lives Matter flags currently flying at Carrboro Town Hall.
Shortly after the killing of George Floyd in May, the Town Council began conversations about placing a Black Lives Matter mura...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 30, 2020
The work of a group developing a plan for recovery from COVID-19 can now be seen on the group’s website, orangencforward.org.
The Orange County Long-Term Recovery Group is a partnership of nearly 150 community stakeholders, Orange County and the towns of C...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 30, 2020
Happy Halloween!
We hope you're enjoying the fun activities brought by the Town of Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources. For more guidance on celebrating Halloween safely during a pandemic, please check out this information provided by the O...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 1, 2020
On Friday, Oct. 30, at 9:25 p.m., members of the Carrboro Fire Rescue Department responded to the 300 block of Warren Court, in the South Orange Fire District, for the report of a kitchen fire.
Responding fire crews arrived within six minutes an...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 30, 2020
Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Carrboro Town News at www.townofcarrboro.org/signup
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 28, 2020
The Town of Carrboro has received an award for exceptional financial reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
The award is the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the comprehensive annual financial...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 23, 2020
Residents Celebrate Barred Owl Creek Neighborhood
There’s a new neighborhood in Carrboro! Named Barred Owl Creek, it is a series of subdivisions formerly designated Plantation Acres until a unanimous vote on Oct. 13 by the Town Council approving ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 23, 2020
Oct. 27 Meeting Agenda and Oct. 20 Meeting Summary
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 23, 2020
The Town of Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources is excited to share to fun, socially-distant activities for the community to safely enjoy for Halloween! With traditional activities, such as trick-or-treating being discouraged thi...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 31, 2020
Free COVID-19 testing will be offered Sunday, Nov. 1, at McDougle Middle School, 900 Old Fayetteville Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. See flyers below.
Pre-registration is encouraged and can be done online.
Regular testing events offered in Orange Co...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: November 19, 2020
The Town of Carrboro is launching our first comprehensive plan, Carrboro Connects: Creating Community Together!
Don’t miss a beat! Get involved:
- Mark your calendar for Thursday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. when we hope you can join us for the Comprehensive...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 17, 2020
New Mural of Elizabeth Cotten Coming Soon
A new mural will celebrate legendary blues musician and local hero Elizabeth Cotten.
Located on the Carrboro-Chapel Hill line at 111 N. Merritt Mill Road, the mural is part of a statewide project to honor famous Nor...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 16, 2020
Oct. 20 Meeting Agenda and Oct. 13 Meeting Summary
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 16, 2020
SOBRE LA SOLICITUD DEL CONDADO DE ORANGE PARA FONDOS DEL PROGRAMA CDBG-CV PARA ASISTENCIA DE VIVIENDA DE EMERGENCIA - el 27 de octubre de 2020, a las 7:00 de la noche
Antecedentes
El ciudad de Carrboro va a aplicar para conseguir $900,000 en fondos...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 13, 2020
There will be a COVID-19 testing event Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
There will also be FREE Flu Shots during this event!
Where:
Lattisville Grove Missionary Baptist Church1701 Jimmy Ed Road EHurdle Mills, NC 27541
When: Saturd...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 15, 2020
Join the Orange County Climate Council for its Annual Community Update from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22.
The update will be held online, and a participation link will be sent to meeting registrants. Register at https://bit.ly/31eAg9I
The Orange County...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 16, 2020
TOWN OF CARRBORO APPLICATION FOR CDBG-CV FUNDS FOR EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE - October 27th, 2020 at 7:00 pm
Background
The Town of Carrboro plans to apply to the North Carolina Department of Commerce for $900,000 in Federal Community D...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 14, 2020
News Release from Orange County Government
Early voting starts Oct. 15 and continues through Oct. 31 in Orange County with a key difference this year due to the coronavirus pandemic: The Orange County Board of Elections Office will not serve as a...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 13, 2020
A new mural will celebrate legendary blues musician and local hero Elizabeth Cotten.
Located on the Carrboro-Chapel Hill line at 111 N. Merritt Mill Road, the mural is part of a statewide project to honor famous North Carolina musicians in their hometowns....
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 12, 2020
News Release from Orange County Health Department
The Orange County Health Department is urging community members to protect themselves, their families and those around them by getting vaccinated against Influenza as the county enters flu season ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 12, 2020
A Community Food Distribution event is scheduled for 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Carrboro High School, 201 Rock Haven Road.
Anyone in need is welcome. The distribution is first come, first served. It is free of charge, and there are no eligibilit...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 12, 2020
Today, Monday, Oct. 12, is Indigenous Peoples Day in Carrboro.
The Town Council of Carrboro recognizes the second Monday of October as “Indigenous People’s Day” in Carrboro. The Council strongly supports the proposition that Indigenous Peoples' Day shall b...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 10, 2020
Saturday, Oct. 10, is Marriage Equality Day in Carrboro!
The Town Council of Carrboro, North Carolina (then known as the Board of Aldermen) voted unanimously in 2014 to recognize October 10th each year as “Marriage Equality Day.”
On Octo...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 9, 2020
West End Poetry Festival To Be Held Virtually
Carrboro’s West End Poetry Festival, on the theme Poetry for a Change, will take place Oct. 16-17.
As always, there will be readings by nationally known and locally famous poets, a workshop...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 9, 2020
Oct. 13 Meeting Agenda and Past Meeting Summary
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 8, 2020
What initially was envisioned as a community activity to bring people together to create a mural has continued to evolve. We have received feedback from community members and local artists and we have heard you. Therefore, the Black Li...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 7, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed October "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH” in the Town of Carrboro.
“I encourage residents to show support for victims and survivors of domestic violence, and to work toward a future when all peo...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 7, 2020
PRESS RELEASE FOR WEST END POETRY FESTIVAL
Carrboro’s West End Poetry Festival, on the theme Poetry for a Change, will take place October 16 and 17, 2020. As always, there will be readings by nationally known and locally famo...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 5, 2020
Now that patronage of Town park facilities has increased, due to the re-opening of park amenities and the nice weather, it is important that all park patrons practice safe social distancing guidelines. Additionally, masks are currently required ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 2, 2020
Orange County Moves into Reopening Plan
Orange County will align with Gov. Roy Cooper’s executive order taking North Carolina into Phase 3 of the state’s reopening plan, effective at 5 p.m. Oct. 2. The order allows bars, movie theaters ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 2, 2020
News Release from Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. ? Orange County will align with Gov. Roy Cooper’s executive order taking North Carolina into Phase 3 of the state’s reopening plan, effective at 5 p.m. Oct. 2. The order allows ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: October 1, 2020
News Release from the Orange County Health Department
HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. ? Halloween is typically celebrated in ways that include prolonged and repeated contact with non-household members. This year, because of COVID-19, it is important to plan early and i...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 30, 2020
The Town of Carrboro will present the 23rd Annual Carrboro Music Festival on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 3-4, 2020. This year's event will be presented in a virtual format with a combination of live and pre-recorded music featuring 100 performances with an ...
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Carrboro Music Festival Website
Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 25, 2020
HAPPY 50TH! Mayor Lydia Lavelle proclaims Saturday, Sept. 26, as Community School for People Under Six Day in the Town of Carrboro.
“We join the faculty, staff and many volunteers who support the Community School for...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 23, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Sept. 21-27 “Diaper Need Awareness Week” in the Town of Carrboro.
“I encourage residents of Carrboro to donate generously to diaper banks and diaper drives, maybe even host your own diaper dr...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 22, 2020
Today is Voter Registration Day in the Town of Carrboro, as proclaimed by Mayor Lydia Lavelle.
“I ask all citizens in Carrboro to make your voting plan,” Mayor Lavelle said. “This means making certain you are properly register...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 18, 2020
Carrboro Town Council Meeting agendas and updates are issued from the Town Clerk’s Office. To receive these by email or text, sign up for Town News at www.townofcarrboro.org/signup
The Town Council encourages your civic participation for a more i...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 16, 2020
While we watch for potential local impacts from Tropical Storm Sally, the Town of Carrboro’s Public Works team is making sure that culverts and storm drains are clear of debris to reduce flooding.
Are You Prepared?
Check for news and weather updat...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 16, 2020
Carrboro celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15)! Receiving the proclamation from Mayor Lydia Lavelle and the Town Council at their meeting on Tuesday, Sept 15, with “thanks for our welcoming community” was Elizar Posa...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 15, 2020
The Town of Carrboro invites the public to learn more about renewed plans for the 203 Project, a public center planned for 203 S. Greensboro St.
The estimated $25 million project will house the Orange County Southern Branch Library; Town of Carrboro Recrea...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 14, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Sept. 13-19 as Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week in the Town of Carrboro.
Carrboro has more than 60 BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) owned businesses making up about 15% of the Town&r...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 31, 2020
Orange County’s Long-Term Recovery Group is creating a plan for recovery from COVID-19 to help strengthen our community for all people. Your input is needed to identify the values that will help shape the County’s path forward. Please ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 11, 2020
The Carrboro Town Council met virtually Tuesday, Sept. 8, to consider an agenda with the following highlights. View the complete agenda and video at https://bit.ly/3bQdf0J
Budget Amendment The Council approved a budget amendment. The Fire Department has be...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 4, 2020
News Release from Orange County Health Department
Following the state’s lead, Orange County will move into Governor Roy Cooper’s Phase 2.5 of the statewide reopening plan at 5 p.m. today, Sept. 4, with a few exceptions.
Orange County has...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 4, 2020
The Carrboro Town Council met virtually Tuesday, Sept. 1, to consider an agenda that includes the following highlights. View the complete agenda and video at https://bit.ly/32U4HC7
Council meeting recaps are issued from the Town Manager’s Office....
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: September 4, 2020
A Message from Carrboro Town Hall
From Town Manager David Andrews and Race and Equity Officer Anita Jones-McNair
With Labor Day marking the unofficial end of summer, it’s timely to look back at the season spent in Carrboro. As in parts o...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 21, 2020
Community Message From Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle:
“The health and safety of our community continues be paramount during this pandemic. Everyone should be following the Phase Two restrictions regarding gatherings, and wearing their ma...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 21, 2020
Council Meeting August 18 Summary
The Carrboro Town Council met virtually Tuesday, Aug. 18, to consider an agenda that includes the following highlights. View the complete agenda and video at https://bit.ly/34kKwQa
Council meeting summaries are is...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 18, 2020
The Orange County Housing Helpline is available for residents to find emergency housing and assistance for security deposits, utility deposits and rent.
Call 919-245-2655 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday or email housinghelp@orangecountync.gov
Th...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: August 10, 2020
Carrboro welcomes new and returning residents arriving for UNC-Chapel Hill’s fall semester. The Town of Carrboro reminds newcomers that you share this community with neighbors.
Welcome to Carrboro. Be a good neighbor. Due to the coronavirus pande...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: July 29, 2020
Together with our partners, the Town of Carrboro is responding to community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more in this special issue of The Carrboro Courier.
Distributing Free Masks to All
North Carolina has mandated the use ...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: July 23, 2020
Mayor Lydia Lavelle has proclaimed Sunday, July 26, 2020, as “Americans with Disabilities Act Day” in the Town of Carrboro.
“I encourage all residents to celebrate the positive changes brought about by the ADA, to reaffirm our...
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Carrboro Town News
Posted on: July 16, 2020
The Carrboro Town Council met virtually Tuesday, July 14, to consider an agenda that includes the following highlights. View the complete agenda and video at https://bit.ly/2CB9iPZ
Council meeting summaries are issued from the Town Manager’s Offi...
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Carrboro Town News
