New Bern Live

06/05/2026

Good Morning New Bern!

06/05/2026

Happy World Environment Day! Here are some ways you can help sustain the environment: Avoid single-use plastics whenever possible. Carry reusable water bottles, coffee mugs, and grocery bags. Conserve Energy and Water.

Make it a green day, everyone!

06/03/2026

Awesome

06/03/2026

Identification Sought for Fraud Suspect

The Craven County Sheriff's Office needs the public’s assistance in identifying a female subject wanted for identity theft.

The suspect used the information of the victim to make purchases in Craven County.

If you have any information on this incident, please contact the Craven County Sheriff's Office at (252) 636-6620 or Craven County Communications at (252) 633-2357. You can also submit tips anonymously through the Craven County Crime Stoppers app at p3tips.com/986

06/03/2026

Get out and experience life on two wheels!

06/02/2026

Lambert joins United Way of Coastal Carolina from United Way of Wayne County, where she most recently served as Resource Development Director, bringing with her extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, relationship-building and community engagement.

United Way of Coastal Carolina Announces New Executive Director Savannah Lambert, Marking an Exciting New Chapter for the Organization

06/02/2026

"Finished with toasted oak staves and bottled at 108 proof, this carefully selected bourbon is limited to just 1,500 bottles. The release is the result of a partnership between ACT, Bespoken Spirits in Lexington, Kentucky and Give 270, a nonprofit based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky."

New bourbon release commemorates retirement of the AV-8B Harrier fleet

06/02/2026

On May 30, 2026, the Craven County Sheriff's Office responded to 935 U.S. 70 Highway New Bern, N.C. in reference to a larceny of a cellphone and money.

An investigation conducted by the Criminal Patrol Bureau found that the victim was placing groceries in her vehicle when a vehicle stopped near her shopping cart and grabbed her cellphone that had a wallet attached to it.

The victim was able to track her cellphone and found it discarded near the entrance of the parking lot near Williams Road. The victim reported $400.00 in cash was missing from her wallet.

Based on surveillance footage and interviews, Deputies were able to identify Victoria McWhorter, 33, of Neuse Cliffs Road New Bern, N.C., Jordan Wiley, 26, of Cowan Drive New Bern, N.C., & Emily Sawyer, 20, of Simmons Loop Road New Bern, N.C. as the perpetrators.

McWhorter, Wiley, & Sawyer were arrested for felony larceny and are being held in the Craven County Confinement Facility.

06/02/2026

As part of New Bern's 250th Anniversary Celebration, the Yarn Bomb of the New Bern Bears will transform downtown and surrounding areas into a colorful outdoor gallery from July 2–16.

This fun community art project will feature New Bern's beloved bears adorned with handmade scarves and cowls created by talented volunteers (many are anonymous). Each bear has its own unique personality and style, making every stop a delightful surprise.

We invite residents and visitors alike to join the fun! Take photos with as many yarn-bombed bears as you can find and share them on our page

When you post your photos, tell us:
Which bear is your favorite?
What attracted you to that particular bear?
Did a bear's location, colors, theme, or story make it special to you?

Whether you're a longtime resident or visiting New Bern for the first time, the Yarn Bomb of the New Bern Bears is a wonderful way to celebrate our community, creativity, history, and the spirit of being "Woven Together for 250 Years."

Grab your camera, explore the bears, and join the adventure!

06/01/2026

June 5th!

Craven CC to Provide Free Haircuts, Chair Massages to Support New High School Programs