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The Dunkin' Donuts logo is seen on a storefront. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
National chains and local brands headed to Northwood Landing
PITTSBORO — Soon, local residents will find out if “Chatham County Runs on Dunkin’” as Chatham Park’s Northwood Landing has announced five new commercial tenants, … more
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The VinFast model VF8 is featured during the VinFast Groundbreaking Ceremony in Moncure on July 28, 2023.
Chatham economic development officials focused on what’s next
PITTSBORO —  Multibillion-dollar manufacturing projects headline the bright future ahead for economic development in Chatham County, but local officials are also focused on the necessary … more
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FILE - A man using a phone. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)
Jury duty scam reported in Chatham County
SILER CITY —  An ongoing scam involving jury duty has surfaced in Chatham County and surrounding counties. Last week, Sheriff Mike Roberson’s Office issued a cautionary alert to … more
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The Haw River is shown in this photo taken on Sept. 26, 2023. Chatham officials addressed concerns about another release of 1,4 dioxane over the weekend but subsequent testing revealed the levels were below an advisory level.
1,4 Dioxane detected in Haw River, drinking water within safe limits
PITTSBORO —  Alerts were issued over the weekend related to a chemical found in the Haw River, but preliminary testing of Pittsboro's drinking water does not show dangerous levels of the … more
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Chatham County law enforcement officers remove illegal gambling equipment.
Sheriff’s Office makes arrests for illegal gambling operations
SILER CITY — Undercover operations by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in nine arrests which include 36 felony and 39 misdemeanor charges. The operations focused on … more
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Pittsboro Mayor Cindy Perry is sworn in for her 2021-23 term by Judge Joe L. Webster in this file photo.
Pittsboro mayoral term increased to four years
PITTSBORO —  Pittsboro Town Board of Commissioners held their regular scheduled meeting Monday, Sept. 11.   Among the items on the agenda included a landscaping proposal change … more
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Blood donations urgently needed for hospital patients in wake of back-to-back climate disasters and critical summer shortfall.
Chatham Library to host urgent Red Cross blood drive
PITTSBORO – Chatham Community Library will be hosting a community blood drive with the American Red Cross next month. The blood drive will be held in the Holmes Family Room on Wednesday, … more
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Andrew Waters is the new Farmland Preservation Coordinator in Chatham County.
Farmland Preservation Coordinator Andrew Waters takes on new role 
PITTSBORO- Thursday, Aug. 31, was Andrew Waters’ first day in the Soil and Water Conservation Department for Chatham County.     “I was really excited when this position … more
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From left to right: Buddy Keller (Carolina Commercial Contractors), Carter Keller (Carolina Commercial Contractors), Kyle Shipp (Pittsboro Town Commissioner and Mayoral Candidate), Kirk Bradley (Lee Moore Capital), Cindy Perry (Pittsboro Mayor), and Jimmy Keen (Truist Bank).
Medley at Northwood Landing apartment community officially breaks ground
PITTSBORO – A significant milestone was celebrated last Thursday as Carolina Commerce Contractors (CCC), in partnership with Lee Moore Capital Company, marked the official groundbreaking of … more
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Latarndra Strong mugshot via Orange County Sheriff's Office
NAACP activist and former Orange County School board candidate charged in infant alcohol poisoning
RALEIGH — A former Orange County School Board candidate who was also a former president of the Northern Orange NAACP has been arrested on felony neglect child abuse charges in connection with … more
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Ledford Brady receives the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award.
Community honors native son with special day, award
Here’s a question to ponder: How many flat tires can a man fix in 60 years?    The world may never know, but there is someone who probably could come close to providing the … more
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Cooper visits Moncure School
MONCURE – Gov. Roy Cooper stopped by Moncure School on Wednesday, Sept. 7, to drop off school supplies through the Governor’s School Supply Drive Donations.   Cooper visited … more
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Charlie Farris one of the owners cuts the ribbon at The Grand opening of Jersey Mike’s Subs during the Ribbon cutting ceremony in Siler City ,NC on August 30, 2023. PJ WARD-BROWN/NORTH STATE JOURNAL
Jersey Mike’s holds grand opening in Siler City
SILER CITY – Here’s one sub that won’t let you down. The newest Jersey Mike’s Subs in Siler City held its grand opening Aug. 30 at 1119 E. 11th St. just off Highway 64 and was … more
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General Manager of Kingston 99 Kitchen Jason Rhoden at the Plant will be the areas only Jamaican food within 40 minutes in Pittsboro, NC on August 22, 2023. PJ WARD-BROWN/NORTH STATE JOURNAL
Kingston 99 Kitchen brings new flavor to Pittsboro
PITTSBORO — A new eatery has opened in Pittsboro that is serving the unique sights, sounds and delicious flavors of Jamaica.   Nestled in the commercial hub known as The Plant on … more
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Staff Sgt. Chris Marcum (left) is pictured wearing the Exemplary Gold Badge, which was presented to him by Sheriff Mike Roberson (right). 
Chatham Sheriff’s Office names Marcum as ‘exemplary’ employee
Detention Transportation Supervisor Staff Sgt. Chris Marcum has been named as the August (non-sworn) Exemplary Officer by The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.   Marcum plays a crucial … more
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Superintendent Anthony D. Jackson took his 13th annual first-day-of-school ride on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023.
Superintendent continues tradition of riding school bus on first day of class
“This tradition dates back to my days as a building principal when I would annually ride the bus to meet students and families in the community,” Jackson said. “Since becoming a … more
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Annual Chatham County visitor impact report shows 11.3% increase
PITTSBORO — Domestic and international visitors to and within Chatham County spent $75.72 million in 2022, an increase of 11.3% from 2021, according to new data.    The spending … more
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CCS Director of Nutrition Services Jennifer Ozkurt (left) and School Nutrition Operations Coordinator Renee Langley (right) joined fewer than 1,600 school nutrition colleagues across the country who have achieved this nationally recognized designation. Photo by John Wood
Chatham County Schools gain two certified Nutrition Specialists
PITTSBORO – Chatham County Schools announced the completion of School Nutrition Association (SNA) training by two child nutrition employees, who are now School Nutrition Specialists (SNS). … more
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Sheriff Mike Roberson addresses the issue of mental health within the Chatham police force during the safety meeting on Monday June 26th, 2023.
Sheriff Roberson elected NC Sheriffs’ Association’s first vice president at NCSA Conference
RALEIGH — Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson joined other sheriffs and law enforcement professionals from across North Carolina at the recent North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association … more
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County workshop gives updates on childcare, nutrition and climate change considerations
PITTSBORO —  The Chatham County Commissioner met at 2 p.m. on Monday afternoon at the Chatham Agricultural & Conference Center for their regularly scheduled workshop ahead of the … more
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